Step-By-Step Tutorials
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Want to Add Something Extra to Your Drab Winter Scarves? Make a Sweet Scarf Pin!
Here’s how to make a super sweet little scarf pin to add some extra cool to your winter scarves. This is especially great for securing shorter scarves.
You will need the following tools and materials to make your scarf pin:
1: Pliers. You will need your flat nose pliers and round nose pliers to make this pin.
2: A scarf pin with charm loops.
3: Two short pieces of chain.
4: A charm connector. I used this bow shaped charm connector.
5: A bead or charm of your choice. I used this green glass bead.
6: A head pin.
7: Three jump rings.
Follow these steps to make your scarf pin:
1: Add the bead to the head pin.
2: Loop the end of the pin using the round nose pliers, securing the bead in place.
3: Add a jump ring to the charm loop and attach it to the middle loop on the pin.
4: Use the other two jump rings to attach the chains to the outer loops on the pin.
5: Open the end links of each chain and attach them to both sides of the connector charm.
Once the connector charm is secured to the chains your pin is finished and ready to be attached to your favorite winter scarf!
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Bright and Adorable, Here’s How to Make Some Beaded Triangle Earrings
Do you need some new earrings in your life? These little triangle cuties are perfect for livening up your jewelry collection.
You will need the following tools and materials to make your earrings:
1: Pliers. You will need your round nose pliers and flat nose pliers to make these earrings.
2: Six eye pins.
3: Two earring hooks.
4: beads of your choice. I used these green glass beads.
Follow these steps to make your own special beaded triangle earrings:
1: Add beads to each of the eye pins.
2: Bend the end of each pin to form a right angle using the round nose pliers.
3: Create a loop at the end of each pin to secure the beads in place.
4: Link three of the pins together, opening the loops slightly to link them together. Repeat this for the remaining three pins.
5: Attach the two end pins together to form a triangle shape. Repeat this step on the other set of pins so that you have two triangles.
6: Open the loop at the bottom of each earring hook at attach it to one corner of each triangle. Close the earring loop to secure the pieces together.
Once your earring hooks are attached to each triangle charm your earrings are complete and ready to wear!
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Need a new decoration for your handbag or keys? Here’s how to make a custom key chain!
This custom key chain is super easy to make and will make a great addition to your handbag! If you’ve got a favorite charm or trinket this is a great way to use it.
You will need the following tools and materials to make your key chain:
1: Pliers. You will need your flat nose pliers and round nose pliers.
2: Scissors. To cut your ribbon.
3: A piece of ribbon, approximately 10cm (approx 3.9 inches) long.
4: A flat ribbon crimp end.
5: A large jump ring.
6: A key chain.
7: A charm of your choice. I used this hematite turtle charm.
Follow these steps to make your key chain:
1: After cutting your ribbon, fold it in half and use the flat nose pliers to squash the crimp end around the ends of the ribbon.
2: Add a jump ring to the top of the ribbon charm and add the charm to the open jump ring.
3: Attach the key chain to the jump ring.
4: Now your key chain is finished and ready to use! Where will you attach it?!
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Velvet and chains, could it get more luxe? This bracelet is Amazing!
Are you in need of some luxurious new accessories? This chain and velvet ribbon bracelet could be the one for you! Contains affiliate links.
You will need the following tools and materials to make your bracelet:
1: Pliers. You will need your flat nose pliers, round nose pliers and cutting pliers to make this bracelet.
2: Two flat crimp ends.
3: Two jump rings.
4: One toggle clasp.
5: A piece of velvet ribbon cut to length to fit your wrist.
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6: A piece of chain that is around the same length of the ribbon.
Follow these instructions to make your ribbon and chain bracelet:
1: Add a crimp end to one end of the ribbon.
2: Repeat this step for the other side of the ribbon.
3: Add an open jump ring to the crimp end and slide one end of the chain onto the open ring.
4: Add one side of the toggle clasp to the open jump ring. Close the jump ring to secure the pieces in place.
4: Repeat steps 2 to 4 for the other side of the bracelet… and now you’re done!
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Hoops are in! Here’s how to make some beaded hoop earrings.
These hoop earrings are as easy to make as they are stunning to wear! I made mine using some pretty yellow glass beads and some bracelet-sized memory wire. contains affiliate links
You will need the following tools and materials to make these earrings:
1: Pliers. You will need your cutting pliers, flat nose pliers and round nose pliers to make these earrings.
2: Two pieces of memory wire cut to the length of a single circle.
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3: Two earring hooks.
4: Beads of your choice. I used these yellow glass e-beads.
Follow these steps to make your beaded hoop earrings:
1: Create a loop at one end of the memory wire circle using the round nose pliers.
2: Add beads to the memory wire.
3: Continue adding beads until there is approximately 1cm (0.4 inches) left without beads.
4: Create half a loop using the round nose pliers. Hook it around the first loop.
5: Close the second loop using the round nose pliers to secure the ends of the hoop together.
6: Add an earring hook to the top of the hoop and close it to secure it in place.
7: Repeat steps 1 to 6 for the second earring.
How cute are these? What colors will you make your hoops in?
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A Double Chain Bracelet, Because Two is Better Than One!
Chain jewelry looks both delicate and cool, so what could be better than a bracelet that features a double chain detail? Note: features affiliate links
You will need the following tools and materials to make this bracelet:
1: Pliers. You will need your round nose pliers, flat nose pliers and cutting pliers.
2: Two pieces of chain that fit around your wrist.
3: Two smaller jump rings.
4: One large jump ring.
5: A toggle clasp.
6: Two head pins.
7: Beads of your choice. I used this rough smoky quartz and a pair of opalite beads.
Follow these steps to make your own double chain bracelet:
1: Add both chains to one of the smaller jump rings. Add one part of the toggle clasp to the jump ring before closing it to secure the parts in place.
2: Repeat this for the other end of the bracelet using the other small jump ring and the remaining part of the toggle clasp.
3: Add the beads to the head pins.
4: Bend each pin to a right angle using the round nose pliers.
5: Create a loop at the top of each bead using the round nose pliers to secure the bead on the pin.
6: Add both bead charms to the larger jump ring and attach it to one side of the bracelet.
7: once the charms are in place your bracelet is finished and ready to wear!!
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Flowers brighten everything up! Make this cool beaded floral pendant necklace.
This floral pendant looks tricky but it’s actually really easy to make. Use your favorite chunky beads and some cool cotton cord to make this fresh looking necklace.
You will need the following tools and materials to make this floral pendant necklace.
1: Pliers. You will need your cutting pliers and flat nose pliers to make this necklace.
2: Some cotton cord.
3: Two crimp ends.
4: Two jump rings.
5: A lobster clasp.
6: Six chunky beads of your choice. I used some handmade clay beads.
Follow these steps to make your floral pendant necklace:
1: Cut a length of cord using your cutting pliers or some scissors. It can be useful to cut a little more than you think you need.
2: Add all of the beads to the cord, moving them to the center.
3: Pick up the last bead and side the opposite end of the cord through it.
4: Pull the cords in opposite directions, pulling the central bead down to form a circle of beads.
5: Tie the two cords together around the top bead.
6: Add another knot to secure the beads in place.
7: If your ends are uneven, trim them using your cutting pliers or scissors again.
8: Add a crimp end to one end of the cord, securing it in place by squashing each side using the flat nose pliers.
9: Repeat step 8 for the other side of the necklace.
10: Add a jump ring to one side of the necklace, adding a lobster clasp to the jump ring before closing it.
11: Add another jump ring to the other side of the necklace to complete it.
Cute or what? Which beads will you use to make your own beaded floral pendant?
Here’s another one I made using some painted wooden beads.
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Get ready for the warm months with this chunky cord anklet!
There’s nothing like an anklet for getting you into a relaxed mood. It’s the perfect accessory for warm summer nights (or any time really)! This anklet has been made out of some cord recycled from a shopping bag, so you can make your purchases go even further!
You will need the following tools and materials to make your anklet:
1: Pliers. You will need your flat nose pliers and round nose pliers to make this anklet.
3: A piece of chunky cord cut to length so that it fits comfortably around your ankle. I used this black piece of cord from a shopping bag.
4: Two flat crimp ends, approximately 1cm (approximately 0.4 inches).
5: Two jump rings.
6: A lobster clasp.
Follow these steps to make your chunky cord anklet.
1: If you need to, trim your piece of cord so that it fits around your ankle.
2: Take one of the crimp ends and place it on one end of the cord.
3: Use the flat nose pliers to squeeze the crimp end around the cord, securing it in place.
4: Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the remaining crimp on the other end of the cord.
5: Add a jump ring to one end of the anklet, slide the lobster clasp onto the open jump ring and close it to secure the clasp in place.
6: Add the other jump ring to the other end of the anklet, closing it using your pliers.
Once the final jump ring is in place your anklet is finished and ready to wear. You could add some charms to your anklet for some extra pizazz!
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Got Some Special Beads You Want to Show Off? Try Making These Triangle-Shaped Ladder Earrings
These earrings are a bit of a hybrid between our triangle chain earrings and our beaded ladder necklace. Make them using some beautiful beads to make a stunning statement.
You will need the following tools and materials to make these earrings:
1: Pliers. You will need your flat nose pliers, cutting pliers and round nose pliers to make these earrings.
2: Two earring hooks.
3: Two jump rings.
4: Four pieces of chain that are all the same length.
5: Six eye pins.
6: Six beads in three different sizes, this will help give you the triangle shape.
Follow these steps to make your own triangle ladder earrings:
1: Attach two chains to each of the jump rings.
2: Add an earring hook to each of the open jump rings and then close the rings to secure the chains to the earring hooks.
3: Add each of the beads to the eye pins. You may need to trim your pins depending on how long they are. I used some that were already cut to size.
4: Bend each pin so that it is at a right angle to the bead using the round nose pliers.
5: Create a loop on the end of each pin to secure each of the beads in place.
6: Take the largest bead and attach it to the end links of the chains on one earring.
7: Repeat step 6 for the second largest bead, attaching it further up the chain and making sure it is level.
8: Repeat this once again for the third and smallest bead, attaching it a few links up from the second bead. You will now have one earring completed.
9: Repeat steps 6 to 8 for the second earring.
Now your earrings are done! What funky beads will you use on yours?
These triangle earrings are made with shell and gemstone beads and delicate chains for a different look.
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You can never have enough chokers! Make this cool lace charm choker.
Do you find yourself reaching for a choker every time you leave the house? Why not add this stunner to your collection? This choker is made using some elegant black lace and a beautiful charm of your choice. This tutorial features affiliate links.
You will need the following tools and materials to make this choker:
1: Pliers. You will need your flat nose pliers and round nose pliers to make this choker.
2: Scissors (for cutting your lace).
3: Two flat ribbon crimp ends.
4: Two jump rings.
5: One larger jump ring.
6: A lobster clasp.
7: Some lace ribbon cut to a length that fits closely around your neck.
8: A pendant or charm of your choice. I used this resin charm that has carnelian stones embedded in it.
Follow these steps to make your lace charm choker:
1: Add a jump ring to the charm (if it doesn’t already have one).
2: Fold the piece of lace in half and add the pendant to the center of the lace. Secure it in place by closing the jump ring.
3: Once the pendant is in place take one of the crimp ends and add it to one end of the lace. Use the flat nose pliers to squash and secure it in place.
4: Repeat step 4 for the other side of the choker using the remaining crimp end.
5: Add a jump ring to one end of the choker and slide on the lobster clasp. Secure the clasp in place by closing the jump ring using your pliers.
6: Add the remaining jump ring to the other end of the choker.
Now your choker is finished and ready to wear!!
