Free Beading Instructions
Explore over 200 free jewellery-making projects, including earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and more. Learn a variety of techniques like stringing, wirework, and kumihimo with easy-to-follow, step-by-step tutorials. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, you'll find inspiration for every occasion—including festive Christmas projects—to create beautiful handmade jewellery.
Seed Bead Phone Strap: Project Instructions
                        Create this great phone charm strap made using size 6 seed beads and cute feature beads.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
90 size 6/0 seed beads (3-4mm)
1 x 8mm plain metal bead
1- 3 feature beads
2 x small tube crimps
40cm of tigertail
2 x 6mm strong jump rings
1 x phone dangle
TOOLS REQUIRED
2 x Crimping Pliers (or 1 x crimping pliers and one jump ring tool)
Wire Cutters
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
Take the piece of tigertail and thread through a small crimp, then through a jump ring and back through the
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                11th Sep 2021 
                Kids Single Pink Elastic Bracelet: Project Instructions
                        Stretchy elastic is a great medium to work with - once threaded up, your bracelet will be easy to slip on, no clasps involved. This simple bracelet uses pink beads with a large hole metal bead and charms to hide the knot. Scroll down to see the youtube video!MATERIALS REQUIRED
18 x pink rondelle glass beads8 x translucent pink round glass beads1 x pink butterfly feature glass bead30cm x 1mm beading elastic1 x flower barrel leather drop3 x 6mm strong jump rings2 x charmsTOOLS REQUIRED
2 x crimp
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                11th Apr 2020 
                Colourful Spring Crystal Suncatcher: Project Instructions
                        Suncatchers are a perfect project for young and old alike - this project uses one of our beautiful glass crystals to make a great window hanging! Follow our instructions to find out how.MATERIALS REQUIRED
1m tigertail2 small tube crimps1 x 42mm clear prism faceted crystal suncatcher1 large hole metal bead5 x light sapphire blue 7mm helix glass crystal beads5 x aquamarine blue 7mm helix glass crystal beads5 x pink 7mm helix glass crystal beads5 x peppermint green 7mm helix glass crystal beads3 x
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                11th Apr 2020 
                Swinging Santa Decoration: Project Instructions
                        Get ready for Christmas with this adorable Swinging Santa decoration, featuring a large glass crystal for the body, a white glass pearl as the head and black arms and legs, this ornament is perfect for the Christmas tree!
MATERIALS REQUIRED
4 x 50mm black head pins
2 x 6mm black rondelle crystals
6 x 3mm black plain metal beads
2 x 4mm black round crystals
2 x 4mm black bugle beads
1 x 50mm black eye pin
15cm x silver 20 gauge wire
2 x 10mm black diamante rondelles
1 x 16mm dark red round cryst
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                10th Oct 2019 
                Sparkly Reindeer Crystal Christmas Decoration: Project Instructions
                        Handmade from crystal, glass beads and findings, this reindeer is a perfect decoration for the Christmas tree. Follow our free beading instructions to make your own Christmas ornament, or as a sparkly decoration to hang in the window.MATERIALS REQUIRED
1 x 50x30mm clear pear shaped crystal suncatcher (head)1 x 8mm red rondelle crystal glass bead (nose)1 x 4mm red round glass crystal (centre of rose/wreath)2 x 15mm amber spear shaped Czech drops (ears)2 x 11mm green glass leaves (wreath)1 x 11mm
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                8th Oct 2019 
                Garnet Swarovski & Delica Earrings: Project Instructions
                        Follow our free project instructions to make these dainty garnet red earrings. Featuring Swarovski crystal and small Japanese Delica seed beads, this project is intricate but worth it in the end!
MATERIALS REQUIRED
2 x 30cm of fireline
2 x Small Curled Leaf Metal Charms
2 x silver lever arch ear wires
36 x 3mm Garnet Swarovski Crystal Bicones
96 x Size 11 Miyuki Delica Seed Beads (DB0105)
TOOLS REQUIRED
Thread Cutter
Beading Needle
INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1
Pick up one of your pieces of fireline a
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                2nd Apr 2019 
                Cat's Red/Crystal Collar: Project Instructions
                        Bling up your cat with this stunning elastic crystal collar. Our instructions tell you how!MATERIALS REQUIRED2m x 0.6mm clear beading elastic162 red 4mm bicone crystals42 clear 4mm bicone crystals59 clear AB 6mm bicone crystals2 large holed metal tube beads1 parrot clasp1 x 6mm strong jump ringTOOLS REQUIREDClear Nail PolishWire CuttersINSTRUCTIONSThis glittering necklet for your cat will add sparkle to any pet lovers life. Made with crystals and elastic it's suitable for daytime sunbathing in t
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                29th Mar 2019 
                Looped Scarf Beaded Ends: Project Instructions
                        This unique project involves putting beaded ends onto both ends of a single scarf, creating a loop. The scarf can then be wrapped around the neck twice to create a stunning look, and a scarf that won't fall off!MATERIALS REQUIRED2 large CCB bead caps1 CCB pendant300mm of 20 gauge colored wire3 strong jump rings1 thin scarf1 margarita flower 6-point pieceTOOLS REQUIREDTwo pairs of crimping pliers(or one pair of pliers and a jump ring tool)Twirly WirliesWire CuttersINSTRUCTIONSCut your 20 gauge wi
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                29th Mar 2019 
                Purple Flower Ring: Project Instructions
                        This simple projects works with a ring base, glue and a large fabric flower to create a statement ring. Read through our free instructions to find out how.MATERIALS REQUIRED1 fabric flower1 medium saucer ring baseTOOLS REQUIREDglueINSTRUCTIONSOur beaded ring is incredibly easy to put together - simply lather the saucer base with glue (we used E6000 multipurpose glue, however any strong supermarket glue should work) and stick fabric flower on top. Use a hairclip or similar to hold the flower in p
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                29th Mar 2019 
                Purple/Teal Beaded Hat Pin: Project Instructions
                        Whether for an actual hat, or to be used instead of a brooch, hat pins are back in! Follow our simple beading instructions to learn how to make your own hat pin, featuring purple and teal beads.MATERIALS REQUIRED1 metal hat pin4 x 8mm rondelle glass crystal beads5 x 3mm plain metal beads2 x 6mm rondelle glass crystal beads2 x 8mm rondelle diamante spacers1 x 9mm helix glass crystal beadsTOOLS REQUIREDE6000 GluetoothpickINSTRUCTIONSTake the stopper off the metal hat pin and thread on:an 8mm ronde
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                29th Mar 2019 
                Cat's Red/Purple Bell Collar: Project Instructions
                        Cat's favourite collar, this project works with both beads and bells, ensuring your moggie doesn't get too close to the wildlife! Follow our instructions to find out how to make your own.MATERIALS REQUIRED40cm x 1mm clear beading elastic18 x 8mm rondelle glass crystal beads18 small purple jingle bells18 silver jingle bells18 small red jingle bellsTOOLS REQUIREDWire CuttersClear Nail PolishINSTRUCTIONSMade with crystals, bells and elastic, this fun beaded cat collar is suitable for daytime sunbat
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                29th Mar 2019 
                Brown Beaded Watch: Project Instructions
                        Follow our free beading instructions to learn how to make this elegant brown beaded watch band. Featuring brown glass crystal beads and a toggle clasp, this project involves crimping, stringing and working with jump rings.MATERIALS REQUIRED1 watch face1 toggle clasp2 x 50cm tigertail2 small crimps2 x 6mm strong jump rings22 x 8mm round faceted glass crystals34 x 3mm plain metal balls2 decorative metal beads with large holes6 x 4mm bicone glass crystalsTOOLS REQUIREDCrimping PliersTwirly Wirlie P
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                29th Mar 2019 
                Pink Heart Diamante Phone Cover: Project Instructions
                        With the majority of the population owning a smart phone these days, the best way to stand out from the crowd is to have a unique phone cover. This phone cover features plastic diamantes - follow our instructions to create your own!MATERIALS REQUIREDblank phone coverapprox 2 grams 4.5mm pink plastic diamantesapprox 4 grams 3mm silver plastic diamantesTOOLS REQUIREDprinter, paper, scissorsblutack wand/jewel setter tool (see below)glueINSTRUCTIONSNotesThis style of bling phone cover will work for
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                28th Mar 2019 
                Owl Cameo Diamante Phone Cover: Project Instructions
                        With the majority of the population owning a smart phone these days, the best way to stand out from the crowd is to have a unique phone cover. This phone cover features plastic diamantes and a funky cameo - follow our instructions to create your own!MATERIALS REQUIREDapprox 1 grams 3mm metallic plastic diamantesapprox 3.5 grams 3mm teal plastic diamantesblank phone cover1 large owl cameoapprox 0.7 grams 4.5mm teal plastic diamantesTOOLS REQUIREDprinter, paper, scissorsblutack wand/jewel setter t
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                28th Mar 2019 
                Dark Cameo Diamante Phone Cover: Project Instructions
                        With the majority of the population owning a smart phone these days, the best way to stand out from the crowd is to have a unique phone cover. This phone cover features plastic diamantes and a funky cameo - follow our instructions to create your own!MATERIALS REQUIRED1 large resin cameoapprox 0.7 grams 4.5mm purple plastic diamantesapprox 1 grams 3mm bright pink plastic diamantesapprox 3.5 grams 3mm volcanoe plastic diamantesblank phone coverTOOLS REQUIREDprinter, paper, scissorsblutack wand/jew
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