Indice dei contenuti per Winter 2016 in Jewelry Stringing

Besides attending an occasional wedding, I don’t have many reasons to dress up anymore. I mean really dress up—you know, pull out the party dress and high heels and don the sparkly jewelry. As the holiday season approaches each year, I imagine getting glammed up for a fancy New Year’s Eve party. But who are we kidding?! As a busy working mom of a young child, I barely have the energy to stay awake ‘til her bedtime, let alone dance the night away! However, there are plenty of you out there who will have occasion to sparkle and shine this holiday season. To help you look party-perfect, we’ve gathered six shimmery necklaces in our Mirror, Mirror section (page 23). And don’t miss our feature article, Party Head to Toe (page…

Q&A Q: How do you keep your choice of materials fresh? A: I am a fashion jewelry designer. So, the ever-changing landscape of the fashion world keeps my material and color choices fresh. Q: What is the inspiration behind your design style? A: I’m inspired by casual, everyday fashion. I love to create jewelry pieces that could be worn with jeans and a T-shirt or a sundress. I’m also inspired by foreign cultures, bright and bold ethnic motifs, and exotic materials from around the world. Q: Do you have a favorite quote or saying about beading or creativity? A: “You can’t use up creativity. The more you create, the more creativity and ideas you will have.” I’ve always found that to be so uplifting and encouraging! Q: How did you…

Q: What type of shows do you typically attend, and how many shows do you attend per year? A: I attend a variety of shows. I’ve done everything from high-end art shows to craft markets. I also do a lot of yoga conferences. Last year I did a little more than sixty shows, but this year I’m trying to scale back. Q: What goes into planning for a jewelry show? A: Every show is slightly different. The majority of my shows are out of town, so I have to deal with the logistics of transportation and lodging. A lot of planning and effort go into ensuring that I have enough product—and a key point in product volume is wholesale accounts. I rarely do a show of any size…

MATERIALS AND TOOLS 2 strands of mixed faceted-glass and embellished clay beads Gold .024 beading wire 1 gold 3 or 4mm crimp tube 1 large gold swivel lobster clasp Clutch or wristlet with attached metal loop Wire cutters Mighty crimping pliers (For resource information, see below) 1. Select a length of wire to form a beaded loop that will fit comfortably around your wrist. The one shown here measures about 10" (inside circumference), so the designer used about 16" of wire. 2. Use your length of wire to form a lark’s head knot on the loop of the clutch, or on the lobster clasp if you’d like the strap to be removable. 3. Use both wires to string 1 bead and the crimp tube, then continue adding beads to both…

PROJ EC T INST RUCTIONS [ A– E ] fairest of them all p. 23 [ ANNE POT TER ] MATERIALS 8 clear 10×15mm vintage rhinestone pendants 33 brass 2mm cornerless cubes 12 brass 3mm cornerless cubes 39 silver-plated 6×9mm rounded rectangles 1 gold-plated 8×10mm spring-ring clasp 2 gold-plated 4mm jump rings 1 gold-plated 4×6mm oval jump ring 8 gold-plated 8mm jump rings 4 gold-plated 2mm crimp tubes 15" of gold-plated 3×4mm rope chain 16" of gold-plated 3×4mm textured cable chain 22½" of .019 beading wire TOOLS 2 pairs of chain- or flat-nose pliers Wire cutters Crimping pliers FINISHED SIZE: 23½" (shor test strand) 1 ] Attach one 8mm jump ring to 1 rhinestone pendant; repeat seven times using the remaining rhinestone pendants. 2 ] Use one 4mm jump ring…

BRACELETS! 17 Designs! (Page 32) Unless otherwise noted, the materials used in the bracelets are from the designer’s own collection. 1. Designed by Kaye Kraus. Light pink fire-polished ovals, clasp, and gold barrel with connector: Michaels, (800) 642-4235, www.michaels.com. Turquoise nuggets, cherry quartz rounds, and bead caps: Fire Mountain Gems and Beads, (800) 355-2137, www.firemountaingems.com. Silk cord: Artbeads.com, (866) 715-2323. All other materials: Hobby Lobby, (800) 888-0321, www.hobbylobby.com. 2. Designed by Kimberly Biery. Green-and-pink lampwork rondelles: Fresh Baked Beads, www.freshbakedbeads.etsy.com. Jasper rounds: Fire Mountain Gems and Beads, (800) 355-2137, www.firemountaingems.com. Rhodonite nuggets and triangle washers: Lima Beads, www.lima beads.com. Clasp: Artbeads.com, (866) 715-2323. All other materials: BlueMud, www.bluemud.com. 3. Designed by Kristina Hahn Eleniak. Lampwork rondelles: Lampwork by Julie, www.lampworkbyjulie.etsy.com. Coin clasp: Niky Sayers Artisan Jewellery, www.bitsbyniky.etsy.com. Eye pins, jump…

Erin Siegel’s widely known expertise in bohemian jewelry design went viral when she and coauthor Lorelei Eurto published Bohemian-Inspired Jewelry: 50 Designs Using Leather, Ribbon, and Cords. The pages of this book are overflowing with designs featuring bohemian-style materials and utilizing stringing, knotting, wire-wrapping, and other techniques in the most impressive fashions. From simple to more complex designs, authors Eurto and Siegel maximize bohemian jewelry possibilities using simple components, fun techniques, and affordably priced materials. Get the hard copy at www.bit.ly/ bohemian-inspired-jewelry-book, or the digital download at www.bit.ly/bohemian-inspired-jewelry.…

MATERIALS AND TOOLS 8 antiqued silver bezels (2 circular earrings, 3 triangle charms, and 3 rectangle pendants) Assortment of jump rings and textured rings 1 silver-plated lobster clasp 42" of rosary link chain Glitter Roxs in turquoise Gel du Soleil UV lamp Wet wipe Q-Tips Toothpicks Cardstock and scrap of plain paper 2 pairs of chain- or flat-nose pliers (For resource information, see page 20) Tips: Because Glitter Roxs are tiny shards of glass, be sure to wear safety glasses and avoid touching your eyes after handling them. Gel du Soleil can be cured in direct sunlight if you do not have a UV lamp. 1. Use the wet wipe to wipe the inside of the bezel, then place the bezel onto the cardstock. Pour a small amount of Gel…

Your favorite wrist watch need not be entirely utilitarian—combine it with the materials and techniques used to create today’s trendy wrap bracelets for a truly personalized accessory. Sometimes it’s important to think outside the box—the jewelry box, that is. See how you can create items that not only have style, but also a purpose, turning plain accessories into stylish adornments or sentimental treasures. Love the leather look? Download Leather Cuffs Start to Finish with Candie Cooper at www.bit.ly/leather-cuffs-video.…

ARIZONA Bead World Inc. —Phoenix and Scottsdale www.beadworldinc.com Best selection of quality gemstones, Tierra Cast, seed beads, chain, metals, SS, GF, Swarovski, pearls, leather, jewelry making kits, and more. Classes daily. 6068 N. 16th St., Phoenix (602) 240-BEAD 8764 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale (480) 948-2323 The Bead Garden of Sedona —Sedona www.Sedonabeadgarden.com Tools and supplies for the bead artist! Northern Arizona’s largest selection of beads, tools, and supplies. We offer classes, workshops, and an open beading table. Mon–Sat 10–5, Sun 12–5. 3150 W. Hwy. 89A (928) 282-7334 CALIFORNIA Bead Inspirations—Alameda www.beadinspirations.com Best selection & prices of Vintaj brass. Gorgeous, quality beads, findings, and unique kits. Focal gems & gem strands. Metal stamping. Picture frame pendants by Nunn Designs & Tierracast. Czech glass, Swarovski crystals,…

Express Yourself These fun Emojicon charms from JBB Findings are a great way to express a little love, happiness, silliness, or other emotion in your next jewelry design. And the pewter rose bail and elongated glue-on bail add the perfect feminine accent to any piece. Purchase Emojicons in gold- or silver-plated for $0.99 each and bails starting at $2.52 at Artbeads.com. Vintage Artistry These vintage-style pewter pendants from Beaducation meticulously display the ornate beauty of the baroque era. Soft enough to easily stamp with a favorite name or word, these pendants are available in six different shapes and sizes starting at $6.20; www.beaducation.com. Music for Your Muse Think a little music can help ignite your creativity? A new website curated especially for creative types by Grammy-nominated musician Ronnda Cadle features…

MATERIALS 4.5 g gold-finish size 8° seed beads 1 red/orange/gray 15mm glass African trade donut bead 9' each of 4-ply Irish waxed linen cord in orange, garnet, sunflower, and slate gray 48" of garnet 1.5mm Greek leather cord TOOLS Scissors Ruler FINISHED SIZE: 20" Tip: This piece can be wrapped around the wrist three times or worn as a necklace. 1 ] Fold the leather cord in half. Form an overhand knot at the folded end, creating a ¾" loop or a loop large enough to fit over the donut bead. 2 ] Use all 4 linen cords to form an overhand knot around the leather cord just below the previous knot, leaving a 2" tail on each linen cord. *Use the short tail of 1 piece of linen cord…

MATERIALS Approximately 135 crystal acrylic flat-back stones in 5, 7, and 12mm 10 crystal 5×10mm acrylic diamond flat-back stones Turquoise extrafine glitter Black velvet high heel shoes Gem-Tac adhesive Q-tips or tissues Baking tray or large sheet of paper (For resource information, see page 20) Tips: It’s important to use an adhesive that dries clear. Use a Q-tip or tissue to wipe away excess glue around each rhinestone before it dries. Salvage extra glitter by gathering it up and dumping it back into the tube once you are finished. 1. Apply adhesive around the opening of 1 shoe. 2. Working over the tray or paper, hold the shoe at an angle and sprinkle the glitter over the glue; let dry. Note: Use a small paintbrush to paint a little bit…

1. String a briolette or other top-drilled bead onto 11–12" of wire, leaving about 1 1/2" of wire on one side. Bend both ends of the wire up and cross them at the top of the bead. 2. Use chain- or flat-nose pliers to bend the long end of the wire straight up at the center of the bead. Use the pliers to bend the short end of the wire at a 90-degree angle. 3. Use the pliers to hold the two wires below where they cross and use your fingers to wrap the short end of the wire around the straight-up (i.e., long) wire two or three times; trim the short wire. 4. Use round-nose pliers and the long end of the wire to form a wrapped loop. 5.…

Pass Through vs Pass Back Through Pass through means to move your needle (or beading wire) in the same direction that the beads have been strung. Pass back through means to move your needle (or beading wire) in the opposite direction. Crimping CRIMP TUBES are seamless metal tubes used to secure the end of a beading wire. To use, string a crimp tube and the connection finding (i.e., the loop of the clasp). Pass back through the tube, leaving a short tail. Place the crimp tube in the front notch of the crimping pliers and squeeze to shape the tube into an oval. Use the back notch of the crimping pliers to press the length of the tube down between the wires, enclosing them in separate chambers of the crescent…

MATERIALS 28 transparent green and purple 6×3mm fluorite rondelles [A] ($4.56) 5 light blue 12–22×5–7mm amazonite top-drilled sticks [B] ($0.50) 10 light blue 10×15mm amazonite faceted nuggets [C] ($6.27) 1 blue/green 32×39mm ceramic lotus pendant ($1.50) 2 oxidized silver 9mm hollow rounds [D] ($1.00) 2 aqua blue 15×7mm hollow metal filigree rondelles [E] ($1.00) 1 antiqued silver-plated 6×12mm lobster clasp with attached jump ring 10 antiqued silver-plated 6mm jump rings 2 silver-plated 2mm crimp tubes 10½" of antiqued silver-plated 6×9mm soldered textured long-and-short chain ($2.14) 17" of .015 beading wire TOOLS Wire cutters 2 pairs of chain- or flat-nose pliers Crimping pliers FINISHED SIZE: 24" Tip: The silver hollow rounds and the filigree rondelles that this designer used came linked together as a chain; disassemble before using. 1 ] Use…