Here’s how to take apart your beaded jewellery so you can reuse the materials.

Do you have a beaded necklace or bracelet that you don’t like anymore? Here’s a video tutorial that shows you how to take that piece apart so that you can re-use the beads, the wire and most of the findings! Knowing how to take apart jewelry you don’t want anymore is a way to both save money and be a bit more eco friendly! Please note that this tutorial contains affiliate links.

You’ll need the following tools and materials to take apart your jewels:

1: A piece of jewellery you don’t want anymore. I took apart a beaded anklet.

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2: A pair of cutting pliers.

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3: A bowl to put your beads in so they don’t fly everywhere.

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4: A pair of flat nose or round nose pliers for opening jump rings.

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Watch this video to see all the steps:

Will you take apart your old creations, or maybe some vintage jewels you found at a market or online?