Free Beading Instructions

Bling up an old pair of heels with our shoe bling. Following our instructions, you'll learn how to work with beads, wire and clips to make it yourself.MATERIALS REQUIRED6 head pins6 teardrop crystal beads12 eye pins20 x 4mm round faceted glass crystal beads20 glass bell flower beads6 x strong jump rings2 x shoe clipsTOOLS REQUIRED2 pairs of Crimping PliersTwirly WirliesWire CuttersINSTRUCTIONSPick up one of the head pins and thread on a teardrop glass crystal bead. Leaving a space of 10mm, cut t …

Pretty and practical - just what you need in a beaded piece! Follow our free instructions to learn how to make your own brooch, complete with a place to hang your reading glasses.MATERIALS REQUIRED1 looped kilt pin1 clear crystal teardrop clip charm1 clear crystal heart clip charm1 open heart clip charm (see notes)TOOLS REQUIRED (see note)Crimping PliersWire CuttersTwirly WirliesINSTRUCTIONSNote: If your open heart charm is not attached to a parrot clasp, you will first need to do that (if …

Peppermint green glass crystals set this necklace apart! This project involves tigertail, crimps, head pins and more - scroll on to find out more! MATERIALS REQUIRED 12 6mm bicone glass crystals 13 8mm round faceted glass crystals 16 x 6mm strong jump rings 1 filigree circle toggle clasp 12 head pins 12 flower barrel leather drops 24 plain metal beads 2 filigree metal tubes 2 small crimps 1 x 30cm tigertail 2 x 10cm chain TOOLS REQUIRED Crimping Pliers Wire Cutters Twirly Wirlies INSTRUCTION …

Small metal roses provide a contrast in this flower drop necklace. Techniques involved include working with wire, turning loops, opening rings and more.MATERIALS REQUIRED34 strong jump rings1 parrot clasp34 small star bead caps29 plain metal beads12 x 6mm bicone glass crystals5 x 8mm round faceted glass crystals12 twisted flat oval beads24 eye pins5 head pins5 metal roses5 x 70mm 26 gauge beading wireTOOLS REQUIREDCrimping PliersWire CuttersTwirly WirliesINSTRUCTIONSLots of twirling eye pins in …

A shop favourite, our crystal heart necklace uses a five strand heart drop as a centrepeice, and several strands of deep purple glass crystal beads to create an unusual look. Follow our instructions to find out how.MATERIALS REQUIREDtigertail (1 x 60cm, 2 x 10cm, 2 x 18cm)10 small crimps12 x 6mm strong jump rings10 large holed filigree metal tubes77 x 7mm helix glass crystal beads66 x 3mm plain metal beads5 flower barrel leather drops1 head pin1 x 5 strand heart drop1 parrot claspTOOLS REQUIREDT …

This fun gothic style necklace features purple glass pearls and lots of chain. We've working in silver colours, but this particular design also looks great with black findings.MATERIALS REQUIRED70cm small chain50cm tigertail2 small crimps2 x 6mm strong jump rings2 filigree metal tubes82 thin bead caps35 x 8mm glass pearl beads20 x 3mm plain metal beads1 parrot clasp1 headpinTOOLS REQUIRED2 pairs of Crimping PliersWire CuttersTwirly WirliesINSTRUCTIONSCut the chain so that you have two pieces of …

Heavy on the chain, this statement necklace features glass pearls , glass crystals, hill tribe style metal charms and more.MATERIALS REQUIRED7 x 9mm helix glass crystal beads12 head pins5 x 8mm glass pearls1 hill tribe style rose pendant1 x 8mm jump rings35 x 6mm strong jump rings2 x 10-link twisted chain, 2 x 13-link twisted chain, 2 x 16-link twisted chain, 2 x 18-link twisted chain, 1 x 22-link twisted chain10 small hill tribe style small flower charms4 spring coil leather ends2 x 16cm thick …

Purple crystals and glass pearls make this necklace sparkle! We have changed things up, and used the toggle clasp at the front; this serves two purposes - it looks great as a focal, and makes the necklace easier to fasten!MATERIALS REQUIRED1 plain circle toggle clasp7 x 9mm helix glass crystal beads48 x 3mm plain metal beads12 x 8mm rondelle glass crystal beads (colour 1)12 x 8mm rondelle glass crystal beads (colour 2)12 x 6mm glass pearls6 x 8mm stardust metal beads4 head pins2 x 6mm stardust m …

Sparkle rondelle spacers and metal beads with diamantes set this necklace apart from the rest. Working with tigertail and crimps, this necklace also features purple glass crystals and glass pearls.MATERIALS REQUIRED36 x 9mm helix glass crystal beads72 x 3mm plain metal beads36 x 6mm glass pearl beads13 x 6mm rondelle glass crystal beads18 x 8mm rondelle diamante spacers7 x 10mm sparkly diamante metal balls2 x 60cm tigertail4 small crimps4 x 6mm strong jump rings4 filigree metal tubes1 flower dia …

Once again working with multiple strand findings (celtic drops in this particular necklace), this project is a cinch to complete using our free beading instructions. Read on to find out more.MATERIALS REQUIRED66 x 6mm glass pearl beads66 x 3mm plain metal beads33 x 7mm helix glass crystals28 rose metal beads3 x 40cm, 2 x 15cm tigertail10 small crimps10 x 6mm strong jump rings10 filigree metal tubes2 celtic drops1 parrot clasp1 extension chainTOOLS REQUIRED2 pairs of Crimping PliersWire CuttersIN …

Wire mesh tubing is a hollow coloured wire tubing - perfect for filling with left over beads! Use our instructions to create your own wire mesh necklace, complete with leather end findings.MATERIALS REQUIRED2 crimp leather ends1 parrot clasp5cm medium twisted loop chain4 x 6mm strong jump rings55cm wire mesh tubingClear 4mm bicone faceted glass crystalsClear AB 4mm bicone faceted glass crystalsClear 8mm round faceted glass crystalsClear AB 7mm helix glass crystalsTOOLS REQUIREDCrimping PliersWir …

Create this elegant necklace made using Purple & Blue Glass pearls, 6mm Smoky Quartz Grey Rondelle Crystals, 12mm Glass Crystal Teardrops and silver findings! Utilises glass crystals, metal beads, chain, tigertail, crimps and more.MATERIALS REQUIRED7 x Grey Purple Glass Pearls8 x Dark Blue Glass Pearls2 x Grey Blue 12mm Teardrops13 x Smoky Quartz Grey 6mm Rondelle Crystals2 x wire protectors2 x small tube crimps2 x crimp covers28 x 3mm Plain Metal Beads30cm x tigertail1 x parrot clasp1 x Han …

Make this long multiple strand seed bead & crystal necklace using tigertail and a fancy heart parrot clasp. This necklace features bronze coloured findings and blue beads.MATERIALS REQUIRED167 aquamarine blue 4mm round crystals220 x 6/0 aqua blue seed beads220 x 6/0 silverlined aqua blue seed beads220 x 6/0 medium aqua blue seed beads220 x 6/0 dark opaque blue seed beads220 x 6/0 opaque light aqua seed beads1 bronze large fancy heart parrot clasp6 x 80cm lengths of bronze tigertail12 bronze …

Cleverly placed chain make this multiple strand heart necklace work well. Follow our instructions to learn how!MATERIALS REQUIRED1 parrot clasp4 x 6mm strong jump rings2 plain metal beads1 eye pin1 large heart glass bead2 x 5cm lengths of chain, 2 x 22cm lengths of chain, 2 x 30cm lengths of chainTOOLS REQUIREDCrimping PliersWire CuttersTwirly WirliesINSTRUCTIONSThe dropThread onto the eye pin:a plain metal beada large heart glass beada plain metal beadLeaving a space of 10mm, cut the excess off …

This elegant multi-strand necklace design features a blend of glass crystals, metal-encased teardrop beads, and chain elements. Perfect for crafters looking for an advanced jewellery-making project, this tutorial will guide you through the steps to craft a beautiful, statement-making necklace using crystal beads, metal filigree components, and tigertail wire. Whether you're creating it for yourself or as a gift, this sophisticated necklace will elevate your jewellery collection. Read on to learn …