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 …

Using a metal cameo setting, you can use ribbons and bows to create a unique pendant using this simple technique. Follow our easy instructions to learn how to make your own wistful lace pendant necklace.MATERIALS REQUIRED 4 Swarovski SS16 hotfix creamrose pearls4 x 2.5mm pointed back clear glass crystal chatons2 x 10mm champagne ribbon roses1 x 10mm cream ribbon rose1 x 10mm lilac ribbon rose5cm wide lace1.3m thin lavender ribbon1.3m thin cream ribbon1.3m thin rose ribbon5cm x 4cm square sticky …

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 …

Handmade from glass crystal, metal beads and findings, this angel is a perfect decoration for the Christmas tree. Follow our free beading instructions to make your own Christmas ornament, or as a decoration to hang in the window.MATERIALS REQUIRED 7 x 50mm head pins7 clear AB 6mm bicone glass crystal beads28 x 3mm plain metal beads20 clear AB 4mm bicone glass crystal beads14 clear AB 3mm bicone glass crystal beads1 rectangular decorative metal bead3 x 50mm eye pins1 fairy skirt bead cap1 x clea …