This tutorial is based on a pattern found here and assumes you are familiar with the basics of crochet.
Needed:
Size E (3.5 mm) aluminum hook
32 gauge wire
Memory wire (bracelet size)
Beads of choice (enough to make it around you wrist once strung)
1. String desired number of beads onto wire. Note: At least one bead will equal one crochet chain, but feel free to add extra beads in order to have two or three beads in each single chain (smaller beads work better for this).
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I came across this Crochet Me pattern a while back and decided it would make an easy, fast Mother’s Day gift to add to the basket.
The pattern itself was pretty basic, however I did change it a bit. I used a smaller gauge wire (32) than what they suggested, and added a few more beads. The pattern instructs you to crochet a bit with the wire and beads, then string it onto a string of sorts to make into a necklace. I decided instead to string it onto a bit of bracelet sized memory wire to... Read Full Story
It seems that there are so many areas in cyberspace where beaders meet that are always changing every other day its often hard to keep them all straight.
The Jewelry Design Network
my profile at Bead-Space
my profile on Bead Showcase
Beadwork at About.com has great guides, tips, and forums
A lot of the forums that once were bigger have lost members as time and companies have changed. nationalbeadsociety.com left and some forums are area specific like ukbeaders.co.uk or... Read Full Story
I am going to post all the jewellery, cards etc. that I make, here, as soon as I can. I currently have a gallery in deviant art where they are displayed. I would like to chat about them more though... and feel they belong here, where I write about my life and what I create. Another angle! I love the various shapes and sizes and colours... and yet they all seem to fit so well together! Read Full Story
We were checking out Foxyfindings.com they have started buying inventory from companies going out of business. They have Jewelry and beading supplies they have purchased from liquidated inventories in bulk and they are passing the savings along to their customers. They have revamped their website to fit today’s economic reality. So to support the jewelry makers and beaders in these tough times they have opened a new beading liquidation and overstock center on FoxyFindings.com. You will not... Read Full Story
S warovski crystals are beautiful accessories to add to your handmade jewelry projects. There are different kinds of colors and cuts that make each one unique. Be careful when purchasing Swarovski crystals online, because there are several companies that sell fake Swarovskis. Follow the steps below to find out how to buy true Swarovski crystals online. Step 1 Purchase Swarovski crystals by bulk, and not the ones on string. Swarovski crystals that are sold on string will not be genuine... Read Full Story
Yesterday one of my friends glass beads and I went to a bead show. It was just a supplier, “Nice persons 4 Y”. They had some great gems, good quality, beautiful. Here is a picture of my latest “stash”.
I thought it would be funny to show you how I go for designing a new piece. So I chose to focus on the ground. Now this is really only a beginning. I’m not thrilled with what it looks like now.
First I went to my bead drawers pulled out and some Bali silver. I had only two strands... Read Full Story
Closures are an important accessory to add to your handmade bracelets. They are what keeps your bracelet secured to your wrist. Unless you are creating a stretch bracelet, having a closure is important. They are very easy to attach to a bracelet. With just a few simple steps, your bracelet will be finished once the clasp has been added. Step 1 Decide on which kind of closure you would like use for your bracelet. You can choose from a spring, lobster, or toggle clasp. You can also use... Read Full Story
Lampwork beads are colorful and fun glass beads to use in handmade jewelry projects. They can be used for creating necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Lampwork beads are highly popular accessories used in jewelry making, and can sometimes be quite expensive as well. There are places online that offer quality lampwork beads at affordable prices, but you must know how to pinpoint lampwork beads that have the best quality. Step 1 Decide or find the jewelry project that you would like to create... Read Full Story
