21/09/2022
Mastering the end fastening technique will allow you to successfully design beaded necklaces & bracelets. Follow these simple instructions for best results every time. Download the PDF here
Learning how to effectively crimp an end loop is no easy task, especially if the jewellery maker attempts to hurry the task. Using a pair of flat nose pliers, follow each step below in turn without skipping any instruction – doing so would likely result in failure.
20/10/2010
Tying a Surgeon’s Knot, for example, is a necessary skill to be acquired in bracelet making. Once designers have mastered the Surgeon’s Knot, a variety of intricate, interesting and professional looking items of jewellery can be produced with relative ease. Follow the instructions below with a steady hand, roll of Stretch Magic and pair of scissors to learn the Surgeon’s Knot technique. For bracelets that have beads going all the way round. Place your beads on. Cross over the two ends. Then with your right-hand, wrap round two times.... Read More
24/08/2010
Using a pair of flat nose pliers, a crimp bead, Wire Guardian and a length of Tiger Tail, the seemingly impossible task of creating intricate items of jewellery such as the Swarovski Star Bracelet can be made relatively simple. Carefully follow the steps below to master Wire Guardian fastening.
Box clasps can substantially enhance the aesthetic appeal of an item of jewellery, particularly a necklace or bracelet. Fortunately, as described below, the technique used to attach box clasps is not especially difficult to master. A pair of flat nose pliers will be required for this job.
It is sometimes the case that there are multiple ways in which to accomplish a jewellery-making task. The calotte fastener, for instance, can be achieved using several different techniques. Carefully follow the guide below to make a calotte fastener the easy way.
Box clasps can substantially enhance the aesthetic appeal of an item of jewellery, particularly a necklace or bracelet. Fortunately, as described below, the technique used to attach box clasps is not especially difficult to master. A pair of flat nose pliers will be required for this job. Begin by folding the end, you can double fold to give it a bigger body. Place the fold into the box clap the close each side with the flat nose pliers. Then trim any loose strands which stick out.
