Tutorials
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Here's a straightforward tutorial showing how to make your own chain necklace using Preciosa Rocailles. This design is rainbow but you could easily turn it monochrome by choosing a different colorscheme!Read now
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Easy Beaded Tassel Earrings!
Read nowDesigned by Helena Chmelíková for Preciosa Want to make simple beaded tassels? This project is incredibly straightforward and you can take the basic principles and apply them to nearly any size or mix of bead, as long as you account...
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Frightful Crocodile - Beaded pendant or charm
Read nowDesigned by Helena Chmelíková for Preciosa These make great pendants, charms, or fidget toys! Adorable crocodiles using size 8/0 Rocailles. You will need: (Pick your favourite colors for your own unique design! These listed colors are just as a...
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Easy Beaded Mini Hedgehog
An easy, adorable beaded hedgehog project you can make in an hour! Customize with your favourite colors and mix and match different finishes for a unique look.Read now -
Wonderflex Basics and Instructions
Read nowOriginally posted Feb 2012 What is Wonderflex?WONDERFLEX is an extruded thermoplastic composite sheet. It is comprised of a unique synthetic polymer that when heated in the range of 150-170 degrees Fahrenheit (70-80 degrees C), will soften and activate a built...
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Tila 2-hole Beads Flower Bracelet
Read nowHere's a tutorial showing the process of making a bead flower bracelet, provided by Miyuki Co. Ltd. Finished size: About 18cm Materials: Tila 2-hole beads, Delica beads, 6mm fire-polished beads, nylon beading threadTools: Scissors, ruler, tape, awl, beading needles 1....
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Faux Soldering with Apoxie Sculpt
Create the look of a soldered pendant without the need for soldering! This technique is great if you don't have access to the tools or space needed for working with flame. Materials: Apoxie Sculpt, microscope slides, photos, fabric or artwork, jump ring, Gilder's paste It starts with Apoxie SculptRead now -
Kumihimo Bracelet or Watch Strap
Read nowPhotos by Carmi Cimicata Looking for an easy to make bracelet or watch strap design? Here's a beautiful Kumihimo option you can make in a single sitting! Tools & Materials: Kumihimo Square Plate Kit, cord (Rattail cord, yarn or embroidery...
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Feather Necklace with End Crimps
Read nowby Carmi Cimicata Materials used: End crimps, rattail cord, waxed cotton cord, Ladakhi beads, feathers, hook & eye clasp, jump rings Before the launch of these new End Crimps, I really didn’t give much thought to my necklace or bracelet...