How Do I Get A Focal Bead To Lay Flat?
how do you string a flower pendant that has a hole in the middle so it lays flat?
View ArticleWhat Am I Doing Wrong Wtih My Candy Stripe Bracelet?
I'm trying the candy stripe bracelet for the first time and i don't think it is turning out right. Could you please tell me what I'm doing wrong?
View ArticleHow-to-Make-Jewelry.com Revamp. What to Expect.
THe site is getting an upgrade. It may take awhile. But will be awesome when complete. Read about the revamp here. Includes a lot of ridiculous self indulgent rambling. Forewarned.
View ArticleMake a DIY Chain Anklet
Make an easy chain anklet with step by step instructions and lots of pictures.
View ArticleDIY How to Make a Simple Beaded Anklet
Make a beaded ankle bracelet with this free tutorial. Supply list, video, and images. Beginner level skill.
View ArticleMake a Beaded Ankle Bracelet
Make a beaded ankle bracelet with this free tutorial. Supply list, video, and images. Beginner level skill.
View ArticleDIY Bracelet Making
Bracelet making is loads of fun. Here are some great bracelet projects and articles to get you started creating your own arm art.
View ArticleHow to Make Friendship Bracelets
Learn how to make friendship bracelets. Here are some instructions for making this fun and easy craft.
View ArticleBead Stringing on Memory Wire
Bead stringing on memory wire is the easiest, quickest way to make jewelry that I know of. So easy a monkey could do it. Make your own in minutes, no joke.
View ArticleDesigning childrens jewelry
Does anyone have info on how to design jewelry for children?
View ArticleCord for Wooden Bead Bracelet
What kind of cord should I use for making a Wooden Beads Bracelet?
View ArticleWhich way to hang an earring dangle?
When placing a earring dangle on the ear wire should you face the subject of the dangle facing forward or to the outside facing left or right? I'm speaking
View ArticleCutting sterling silver chain
How do I cut sterling silver loose chain without wasting a link?
View ArticleSources for stones
Can anyone tell me where to purchase the type of stones and settings used to make Sabike /Mariana type jewelery? I see local people making it but can't
View ArticleSteampunk Pendant - Clockwork Seaglass
I fell in love with steampunk and learned to pair it with my other love, seaglass. I am selling this, along with other pieces, at
View ArticleSteampunk Jewelry Gallery
Share your steampunk jewelry creations and see what your fellow jewelry artists and enthusiasts are making.
View ArticleYour Handmade Jewelry Gallery
This jewelry gallery shows off the work of the How to Make Jewelry Community! Show me yours, and I'll show you mine...
View ArticleFriendship Bracelet Ask and Answer
Ask your friendship bracelet questions here. You can answer questions here, too - this is a great place to share your knowledge and give opinions.
View ArticleManly Friendship Bracelet Ideas?
My friend liked the candy striped friendship bracelet I made, but but wants me to make one that is the same width but more manly. Any ideas on how to
View ArticleWire Work Ask and Answer Questions Here
Ask your wire work related questions here. You can answer questions here too- this is a great place to share your knowledge and give opinions.
View ArticleGetting the Perfect Anklet Size
Getting the right anklet size can be tricky. Learn how to measure and size your ankle bracelet for perfect drape, or, alternatively, how to make it adjustable
View ArticleQuestion about knots
Are the strings on the left always going to be Forward knots and the strings on the right backward knots? also, what is a joining knot??
View ArticleFriendship Bracelet Troubleshooting: Holes And Anchors In Chevron
My chevron bracelet always has loads of holes and you can see anchor strings in it. How do I avoid this?
View ArticleCan Copper Filled with Polymer Clay be Baked in a Toaster Oven?
Can copper filled with polymer clay be put into a toaster oven to bake the clay?
View ArticleDIY Zig Zag Friendship Bracelet Pattern: Make an Easy Friendship Band
Make this zig zag friendship bracelet pattern out of string or embroidery floss. It's easy and your friends will love it when you give them one. Make a dozen and put them on your wrists and even on...
View ArticleHemp Jewelry Basics
What hemp jewelry basics do you need to know? Learn about hemp cord and thicknesses available, materials you can substitute for hemp, what beads to use, and some cool alternative bling you can add to...
View ArticleHow to Make a Chinese Endless Knot
Make a Chinese Endless Knot with these step by step instructions. The Chinese Endless Knot means health, safety and security, and good luck in life and career. It's a great decorative way to finish a...
View ArticleHow to Size a Bracelet
Learn how to size a bracelet, and download a template for a free bracelet sizing tool. What does it mean to size a bracelet? Bracelets are tricky to size because beads and other bracelet elements have...
View ArticleBubblegum Bead Hemp Bracelet Pattern
Follow this free hemp bracelet pattern to make a really cute "Bubblegum" Bead Bracelet. This free pattern uses thick hemp, colorful wooden beads, and easy-to-do macrame square knots.
View ArticleTwo Strand Mommy Bracelet Tutorial
This Mommy Bracelet will be your favorite gift to give. Free tutorial, project instructions and supply list.
View ArticleHemp Jewelry Making
Looking for hemp jewelry making techniques? Lots of clear pictures and diagrams for the basic macrame knots, including square and spiral knotting.
View ArticleBackwards Knot: How to Make a Backwards Knot for Friendship Bracelets
Backwards Knot: How to make a backward knot for friendship bracelet making. The backwards knot is one of the main knots needed to make patterns on a friendship bracelet. Learn how to make this...
View ArticleBracelet Making Tips
A bunch of bracelet making tips, tricks, and secrets. See what others have submitted and submit your own too!
View ArticleTying Secure Knots for Bracelets and Necklaces
hi everyone! Every time I make bracelets or necklaces they come undone and beads go everywhere even when I use glue. Is there a special knot you have
View ArticleAdding Length To A Metal Stretch Band
Does anyone know how to add beads to a metal expansion stretch band (like a watch band) without using safety pins?
View ArticleWhat Gauge Wire Should I Use For A Wire Jig
I am new to making jewelry and using a wire jig looks like something I am going to enjoy, but I was wondering what you would recommend as the best overall
View ArticleLarge hole beads bracelets and earrings
I have large hole lampwork beads. I don't understand which wire to use for making earrings as the hole is 4 mm. Could you please guide me? How do I
View ArticleIrregular Fused Glass Pendants and Rubber Tubing Question
I'm making irregular fused glass focal pendants. I'm using rubber cord with wire threaded through it as the necklace with a toggle on the back. My
View ArticleHow To Prevent Teardrop Beads From Turning?
I have a necklace that includes 11-12mm teardrop beads between other smaller beads. As it is worn, the teardrop beads may turn up a bit on the wire so
View ArticleForward Knot, Forwards Knots, how to for Friendship Bracelet Making
Forward Knot: How to make a forward knot for friendship bracelet making. Learn how to make this essential knot.
View ArticleKnotted Wire Headpin: How to Make a Knotted Wire Headpin Step by Step
Make a DIY knotted wire headpin with this free jewelry making tutorial submitted by Donna Spadafore. Beautiful, easy, and fast. This step by step tutorial is a great skill for anyone learning to make...
View ArticleMaking Wire Jewelry: What you need to know for DIY Wire Jewelry
Learn the how-to's of making wire jewelry with the basic wire working techniques. These detailed tutorials are a must read for anyone learning to make jewelry of any kind; even jewelry you don't think...
View ArticleLeather Earrings Keep Turning Around
I make leather earrings and have had trouble with some of them turning around backwards. They have an 8 mm jump ring and another tiny jump ring with
View ArticleReady-to-Wear Chain or Cut the Chain Myself?
I'm new to jewelry making and am wondering is it better to use ready to wear chains or cut the chains myself and add the jump rings and clasp? My first
View ArticleHow Do You Attach Clasp to the End of Wire When Making a Necklace
I am teaching myself how to make jewelry and I need to know how to attach a clasp to my finished product.
View ArticleHow Much Do I Charge for My Friendship Bracelets?
I've been making friendship bracelets for a while now and I now have more bracelets than friends. I'm thinking of selling them but I'm not sure who to
View ArticleThicker Bracelets
Hi :) I want to make thicker bracelets, but I can't find any patterns anywhere :( just wondering if anyone had any patterns for thicker bracelets like
View ArticleDIY Sliding Knot Instructions: How to Make a Sliding Knot for Jewelry
A sliding knot is a wonderfully easy way to end off a leather, string, hemp, or corded necklace or bracelet. It looks neat and stylish, is a very practical closure, and is very easy to make.
View ArticleSwitch Knot: How to Tie the Lacy Macrame Switch Knot (With Pictures)
The switch knot is a decorative lacy macrame/ hemp jewelry knot that helps you save on twine too. This tutorial shows you how to tie one with clear pictures and instructions.
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