Free Beading Instructions

This elegant necklace makes use of black crystals and bronze findings. Follow our free beading instructions to find out exactly how it is made.MATERIALS REQUIRED12 black 6mm bicone glass crystals13 black 8mm round faceted glass crystals16 x 6mm strong jump rings1 bronze filigree circle toggle clasp12 bronze head pins12 bronze flower barrel leather drops24 bronze plain metal beads2 bronze filigree metal tubes2 bronze small crimps1 x 30cm tigertail2 x 10cm 7.3mm bronze medium rope chainTOOLS REQUI …

Tokens of good luck, this necklace features cute ladybird glass beads nestled in between black beads and red crystals. This necklace is strung on tigertail, with crimps holding everything together.MATERIALS REQUIRED16 x 6mm glass pearl beads44 x 3mm plain metal beads14 x 9mm rounded glass beads7 ladybird glass beads8 x 9mm helix glass crystal beads50cm tigertail2 small tube crimps2 x 6mm strong jump rings2 filigree metal tubes1 parrot clasp1 'created for you' butterfly metal charmTOOLS REQUIRED2 …

Timeless black and red crystals give this necklace a great look. We've used a large round crystal as a centrepiece (traditionally used as a suncatcher!) and three strands of beads. Learn how to make it yourself with our free instructions!MATERIALS REQUIRED29 x 11mm oval glass crystal beads54 x 3mm plain metal beads54 x thin filigree bead caps27 x 8mm round faceted glass crystal beads3 x 40cm tigertail6 small crimps10 x 6mm strong jump rings6 filigree metal tubes2 x 3 strand fancy filigree bar en …

Whilst relatively simple (this necklace is basically five strands of crystals), the overall effect is quite stunning. We've used 4mm round glass crystals, with heart spacers and a small section of chain at the back. Read on to find out more.MATERIALS REQUIRED5 x 50cm tigertail10 small crimps2 x 5 strand heart drops10 crimp covers323 x 4mm round faceted glass crystal beads4 x 6mm strong jump rings2 x 15cm chain1 magnetic clasp with loopsTOOLS REQUIRED2 pairs of Crimping PliersWire CuttersINSTRUCT …

So simple, yet a stunning look, this necklace features lava rock gemstone beads and crystals. Lava rock is thought to help one develop stronger ties with the earth, and is certainly an unusual look. Follow our free instructions to find out more!MATERIALS REQUIRED60cm tigertail2 small crimps2 x 6mm strong jump rings2 crimp covers11 x 7mm helix glass crystal beads38 x 3mm plain metal beads10 x 6mm rondelle glass crystal beads19 x 10mm round lava stone beads1 head pin3cm chain1 parrot claspTOOLS RE …

Cloisonne beads are what set this cute bracelet apart. Decorative enamel work has been fused to (base) metal beads to create a stunning look. Teamed with glass crystals and working with tigertail, this two strand necklace is popular with all!MATERIALS REQUIRED46 x 6mm rondelle glass crystal beads88 x 3mm plain metal beads16 x 7mm helix glass crystal beads7 x 18mm oval cloisonne beads14 x 10mm round cloisonne beads7 x 15mm flat oval cloisonne beads2 x 60cm tigertail4 small crimps4 x 6mm strong ju …

Beautiful black and silver flat square lampwork beads gave us the inspiration for this necklace! Teamed with black crystals and twisted flat oval beads, this piece has a centrepiece of hanging chain.MATERIALS REQUIRED16 twisted flat oval beads1 heart toggle clasp8 x 6mm strong jump rings1 x 60cm tigertail2 x 25mm chain, 1 x 40mm chain2 filigree metal tubes8 x 8mm round faceted glass crystal beads36 small star bead caps36 x 3mm plain metal beads10 black flat square glass lampwork beads2 small cri …

Our 5 strand ancient fan drop pieces lend themselves well to this necklace - with a hole up the top and five at the bottom, plenty of room to hang drops from! Follow our pattern to find out how to make it yourself.MATERIALS REQUIRED1 parrot clasp11 x 6mm strong jump rings20 x 3mm plain metal beads5 eye pins5 head pins1 ancient fan drop10 x 6mm bicone glass crystals2 x 22cm pieces of medium heavy oval loop chain, 2 x 27cm pieces of medium heavy oval loop chainTOOLS REQUIREDCrimping PliersWire Cut …

Floating necklaces are created using tigertail - spacing out each bead, leaving tigertail visible. Our floating necklace uses crystals and smoky quartz to create a lovely draped look. Read on to find out more!MATERIALS REQUIRED1 heart toggle clasp16 smoky quartz flat oval beads12 x 4mm black bicone crystals8 x 4mm black AB bicone crystals72 small crimps2 large crimps2 strong jump rings1 x 47cm, 1 x 51cm, 1 x 55cm, 1 x 59cm tigertailTOOLS REQUIREDCrimping PliersWire CuttersTwirly WirliesINSTRUCTI …

Use our free beading instructions to make this fun project - we've used black beads which give the necklace a gothic look, but consider all the different colour glass pearls you could use!MATERIALS REQUIRED39 x 8mm glass pearls78 thin bead caps50cm tigertail2 filigree metal tubes26 x 3mm plain metal beads2 x 6mm strong jump rings2 small crimps1 parrot clasp1m small drawn cable chainTOOLS REQUIREDCrimping PliersTwirly WirliesWire CuttersINSTRUCTIONSPick up the strand of tigertail and thread on a …

Our massive twisted loop copper chain forms the base of this necklace, with pearl and heart drops dotted about. Use our free beading instructions to find out more.MATERIALS REQUIRED24 x 6mm jump rings8 eye pins8 x 6mm bicone glass crystals3 x 3mm plain metal beads3 large star bead caps3 large heart glass beads3 small barrel crown beads23 links of extra large twisted loop chain (approx 55cm)1 flower toggle clasp11 head pins8 medium natural coloured pearlsTOOLS REQUIREDCrimping PliersTwirly Wirlie …

Clear glass beads and white glass pearls make this necklace stand out, perfect to match any outfit! Use our free beading instructions to learn how to make it yourself.MATERIALS REQUIRED2 x 80cm tigertail3 small crimps4 x 6mm strong jump rings2 spiky decorative large hole metal beads42 x 8mm flat round glass beads136 x 3mm plain metal balls24 x 6mm glass pearls18 x 8mm rondelle glass beads36 x 8mm oval glass beads1 parrot claspTOOLS REQUIRED2 pairs of Crimping PliersWire CuttersINSTRUCTIONSTake y …

Featuring a glass drop, chain and metal charms, our long sparkly necklace is sure to impress. Techniques covered include turning loops, joining chain and more.MATERIALS REQUIRED1m medium oval loop chain9 x 6mm strong jump rings1 large fancy heart parrot clasp2 x 25mm closed rings1 'created for you' butterfly metal charm1 open heart metal charm1 large pinch bail1 flat 'jaggered' crystal drop1 head pin1 x 14mm sparkly diamante metal ball4 metal charmsTOOLS REQUIREDTwirly Wirlie Pliers2 pairs of Cr …

This stunning design features purple and pink hibiscus clay flowers as a centrepiece, with a lovely string of pearls. Follow our free beading instructions to learn how to make your own.MATERIALS REQUIRED60cm tigertail35 large rice pearls38 6/0 glass seed beads3 hibiscus clay flowers2 filigree metal tubes4 strong jump rings1 parrot clasp1 eye pin2 small crimps2 plain metal beads3 head pins1 x 1.5cm small oval loop chain1 x 2cm small oval loop chain1 x 2.5cm small oval loop chainTOOLS REQUIREDCrim …

Glass pendants can add a stunning feature to any necklace - in this project we run with the pink and green colours of the pendant to create a simple necklace. Follow our free beading instructions to make it yourself.MATERIALS REQUIRED24 x 6mm rondelle glass crystal beads47 x 3mm plain metal beads24 x 7mm helix glass crystal beads60 cm of tigertail2 small crimps2 strong jump rings2 crimp covers1 glass pendant1 parrot claspTOOLS REQUIRED2 pairs of Crimping PliersTwirly Wirlie PliersWire CuttersINS …