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.
Angel Fish Necklace: Project Instructions
Who can stay away from these cute fish beads?! Teamed with translucent white beads and aqua blue crystals, this necklace is simple to make - read on to find out more!MATERIALS REQUIRED60cm tigertail2 small crimps3 x 6mm strong jump rings2 filigree metal tubes24 milky rounded glass beads20 x 6mm rondelle glass crystals11 plain metal beads8 angel fish glass beads1 'created for you' butterfly metal charm1 parrot claspTOOLS REQUIREDCrimping PliersWire CuttersTwirly WirliesINSTRUCTIONSTake the piece
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21st Mar 2019
Grey Roman Tassel Necklace: Project Instructions
Our Roman tassel necklace incorporates chain, large round and oval rings, crystals and a chain tassel. Working in bronze findings and grey crystals, techniques used include working with chain and jump rings. Read on to find out more.MATERIALS REQUIRED24 x 9mm helix glass crystals4 eye pins8 x 5cm medium heavy oval loop chain23 x 6mm strong jump ring2 x 34mm closed oval rings1 x 25mm closed ring1 chain tassel1 large fancy parrot clasp1 handmade hand charmTOOLS REQUIREDTwirly WirliesCrimping Plier
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18th Mar 2019
Christmas Cherry Necklace: Project Instructions
Get in the Christmas spirit with our Christmas Cherry Necklace. Using small red cherry glass bead charms, techniques covered include closing jump rings and turning loops. Follow our instructions to find out more!MATERIALS REQUIRED60cm tigertail2 small crimps12 x 6mm strong jump rings2 filigree metal tubes23 x 10mm flat oval beads30 x 6mm rondelle glass crystals8 flower barrel leather drops30mm chain8 cherry glass beads1 parrot clasp1 'handmade' hand metal charmTOOLS REQUIREDTwirly WirliesCrimpin
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18th Mar 2019
Christmas Holly Necklace: Project Instructions
Follow our free beading instructions to make your very own Christmas charm necklace. This project utilises glass holly charms, chain, head pins and more, and is great for practicing turning your loops!MATERIALS REQUIRED30cm tigertail2 small crimps13 x 6mm strong jump rings2 crimp covers6 x 8mm stardust metal beads12 x 8mm round glass crystal beads10 x 8mm rondelle glass crystal beads5 flower barrel leather drops5 green holly glass bead charms2 x 12cm chain, 1 x 3cm chain1 large fancy heart parro
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18th Mar 2019
Simple Wooden Necklace: Project Instructions
Using large lightweight wooden beads, this versatile necklace can be worn long, eliminating the need for clasps and the like. Follow our simple instructions to learn how to make your own!MATERIALS REQUIRED
10 large wooden beads1m beading cordTOOLS REQUIRED
ScissorsINSTRUCTIONSTake your length of beading cord and thread on your wooden beads (we have used a pattern of 1 to 2 coloured beads). Cut the cord to length (we kept our necklace quite long, an average of 80cm). Tie an overhand knot, then
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2nd Mar 2019