How To Make Beaded Jewellery

We stock Beadalon Jewellery Wire The different reels, 7 strand, 19 strand and 49 strand indicates how many pieces of stainless steel have been put together inside the nylon coating. Don’t be fooled though, this doesn’t mean that the higher the number of strands the thicker the wire;the higher the number simply means the flexibility increases. Now that you know what Beadalon Jewellery Wire we have to offer, the question is which one do you choose?! Choosing The Right Beadalon Wire When choosing which Beadalon Wire is best suited for... Read More

Traditionally used in Chinese folk art, Knotting Cord is used as a decorative handicraft. Chinese knotting is the process of creating a symmetrical shape using one length of thread to produce a seamless design that is identical on both sides. Red coloured cord is favored in the traditional process as a symbol of luck and prosperity. More recently, the cord has been popularized as a key material when creating ‘Shambala’ style bracelets.  The shambala bracelet features a technique called Macramé; in particular, the square knotting technique, for which Chinese Knotting... Read More

  Learn how to make this fun and funky necklace is made up of glass pearl beads, large belcher chain and brightly colored Chinese knotting cord. Techniques Opening and closing jump rings and making loops Tools Round nose pliers, flat nose pliers, chain nose pliers, cutters and a bead reamer. Level Beginners Follow step-by-step instructions  Helpful Links Fran Perry In House Designer         Products Used 1m Extra Large Belcher Chain – Gold Plated 72632 strings 8mm Round Glass Pearl beads – Jade Green 121641 string 6mm Round... Read More

  This dainty craft wire jewellery earring and bracelet set is simple but elegant, ideal for anybody looking to explore the world of craft wire or somebody searching for something out of the ordinary. Products Needed 0.8mm silver plated craft wireHook and eye claspFishhook earwireRibbon Bracelet Earrings     Your bracelet and earrings are now complete and ready to wear, well done! Ami Milligan In House Designer

 Make a bold statement with this spike hoop earring. Made using memory wire antique silver plated spike charms. Diamante rhondells and metal spacer beads. Fine steel chain is added for a delicate touch. You will learn how to turn a loop, and open and close jump rings. You will need rounds nose pliers and chain nose pliers, and wire cutters. This is for Beginners Step one Thread on your beads to the memory wire, the fine chain goes directly onto the wire. Step two Thread the memory wire through the... Read More

This necklace combines Purple freshwater pearls with Semi Precious Gemstones alongside black plated chain and findings to give an elegant and sophisticated looking piece of jewellery. This kit will teach you how to open and close jump rings and how to attach calottes. Step One Start by cutting the tiger tail wire in half. Take one half and attach a calotte to one end. Step Two Take the thinner of the two chains and cut in half and set half aside. Step Three Thread the end link of the chain onto the wire... Read More

  Shamballa style bracelets are one of the latest crazes to hit the beading world. Although they look difficult, they’re actually really easy to make, as the whole bracelet is based around one technique. It’s much easier to make if you have a flat surface like a table or tray, as you can stick your bracelet down as you make it. Make sure you’re not using something coated in varnish or paint, though, because it might come off when you remove the tape! Now, onto the bracelet! Step One Firstly,... Read More