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.
Baby Memories Pendant Necklace: Project Instructions
Using a glass cameo and cameo setting, you can preserve memories of your little one using this simple technique. Follow our easy instructions to learn how to make your own baby memories pendant necklace.MATERIALS REQUIRED
1 x 30mm round clear glass cameo4cm square sticky backed felt1 x 30mm plain round cameo silver settinglock of baby hair1.3m x nylon knotting cord2.6m x thin white ribbonTOOLS REQUIRED
E-6000Beadsmith Jewel SetterScissorsINSTRUCTIONSUsing a glass cameo as a template, draw arou
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25th Mar 2019
Amber & Natural Shell Necklace: Project Instructions
This necklace features MOP shell beads and glass crystals. 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 REQUIRED15 natural shell nugget beads1 heart toggle clasp12 strong jump rings1 x 60cm tigertail, 3 x 15cm tigertail8 filigree metal tubes30 x 8mm round faceted glass crystal beads3 shell tear drop beads12 daisy metal beads53 plain metal beads8 small crimpsTOOLS REQUIRED
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25th Mar 2019
Duo Brown/Blue Simple Necklace: Project Instructions
When we saw this fabulous duo coloured glass pendants, we just had to make them into a project. This simple necklace, featuring both blue and brown beads sets them off perfectly!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 pendant2 head pins1 strong magnetic claspTOOLS REQUIRED2 pairs of Crimping PliersTwirly Wirlie PliersWire CuttersINSTRUCTIONSThe patte
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25th Mar 2019
Elegant White/Crystal Two Strand Necklace: Project Instructions
Our elegant two strand necklace uses white glass pearls and clear glass crystal beads, but is readily adapted to suit any beads - follow our free beading instructions to diy!MATERIALS REQUIRED
2 x 60cm tigertail3 small crimps2 x 6mm strong jump rings2 crimp covers36 x 6mm stardust metal beads114 x 3mm plain metal beads20 x 6mm glass pearls28 x 6mm rondelle glass crystal beads14 x 8mm rondelle glass crystal beads1 magnetic clasp with loopsTOOLS REQUIRED
2 pairs of Crimping PliersWire CuttersINS
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22nd Mar 2019
White/Silver Chain Necklace: Project Instructions
Long lengths of chain make the creation of this necklace quite quick. We've also used stardust metal beads, large glass pearls and Swarovski beads to complete the look.MATERIALS REQUIRED20 eye pins42 thin filigree bead caps7 x 12mm glass pearls7 x 8mm stardust metal beads7 x 6mm round faceted swarovski crystal beads1 head pin16 x 5-link pieces of chain, 4 x 2-link pieces of chain, 2 x 1-link pieces of chain1 plain circle toggle clasp1 strong jump ringTOOLS REQUIRED2 pairs of Crimping PliersTwirl
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21st Mar 2019
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
Simple Black/Silver Necklace: Project Instructions
Featuring black and silver lampwork glass beads, this necklace is quick and easy to string up, using tigertail, jump rings and crimps. Use our project instructions to find out how.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
65cm tigertail
1 plain circle toggle clasp
4 x 6mm strong jump rings
1 head pin
2 filigree metal tubes
26 black flat square glass lampwork beads
24 black 6mm glass bicone crystals
2 small tube crimps
TOOLS REQUIRED
Twirly Wirlie Pliers
Wire Cutters
Crimping P
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1st Mar 2019