Split Bead Earrings
- Category: Contemporary
- Technique(s): Filing / Finishing, General Education, Finishing
- Skill Level: Intermediate
When Judy Larson wanted to bezel set stones but didn't have cabochons on hand, she turned to an unexpected source: inexpensive, softer beads. By splitting them into halves, she created unique earring designs without touching her high-value materials. Along the way, she found a smart way to save even the broken pieces for future projects.
Materials
14 mm round bead
- Lesson Quantity: 2.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 2.00 each
18 Gauge Round Dead Soft Argentium .940 Silver Wire
H19-18D
- Lesson Quantity: 6.00 inches
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 1FT
- Price: $16.20
- Gold Club Price: $12.15
Sterling Silver Bail 4x8mm - Pack of 1
K13-11
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $3.34
- Gold Club Price: $2.51
Sterling Silver Ball Chain 1.5mm - 10 Feet
C8-111U
- Lesson Quantity: 2.00 inches
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $123.80
- Gold Club Price: $92.85
Sterling Silver Earwire w/ 2.5mm Ball - Round Wire 25mm - Pack of 2
K19-39
- Lesson Quantity: 2.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $2.22
- Gold Club Price: $1.67
Silver Solder Paste Medium SS70 - 1/4 T.O.
SOL-822.15
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $35.95
- Gold Club Price: $26.96
Silver Solder Paste Hard SS75 - 1/4 T.O.
SOL-822.20
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $36.95
- Gold Club Price: $27.71
Round Gemstone Beads- Variety of sizes
24 Gauge Dead Soft Argentium Silver Sheet - 6 Inches
H19-24SM6
- Lesson Quantity: 2.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 6 Inches
- Price: $650.71
- Gold Club Price: $488.03
28 Gauge 3/16" Fine Silver Bezel Wire
H9-28BZL
- Lesson Quantity: 2.00 inches
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 1FT
- Price: $35.03
- Gold Club Price: $26.27
Sterling Silver Jump Ring Open (.030) 20ga 3mm - Pack of 10
K11-26
- Lesson Quantity: 4.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $3.52
- Gold Club Price: $2.64
Sterling Silver Jump Ring Open (.040) 18ga. (OD) 4mm Heavy (ID) 2.33mm - Pack of 10
K11-32
- Lesson Quantity: 4.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $8.04
- Gold Club Price: $6.03
Tools
12x12 Inch Rubber Mat
MAT-500.00
- MAT-500.00
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $24.95
- Gold Club Price: $18.71
Deluxe Soldering Kit
G15-5
- G15-5
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $116.97
- Gold Club Price: $87.73
Magnesia Soldering Block
SOL-455.00
- SOL-455.00
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $7.95
- Gold Club Price: $5.96
WET/DRY PAPER 9 X 11 ASST- 20PC- 2EA GRIT 180-3000
ABR-500.90
- ABR-500.90
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $24.95
- Gold Club Price: $18.71
8 Piece Brass And Steel Mini Mandrel Set
G7-28
- G7-28
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $9.97
- Gold Club Price: $7.48
Lindstrom Multi-Purpose Shear, 5-3/4 Inches
G2-6000
- G2-6000
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $39.95
- Gold Club Price: $29.96
Basic Sawing Kit
G15-7
- G15-7
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $34.95
- Gold Club Price: $26.21
Multi Angle Cutting Jig
VIS-512.00
- VIS-512.00
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $84.95
- Gold Club Price: $63.71
Quilting pin
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
10 Piece Diamond Needle Files - 140mm X 3mm
G14-8
- G14-8
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $13.57
- Gold Club Price: $10.18
SANDING SPONGES ASST- 5PC- 1EA GRIT 100-400
ABR-600.90
- ABR-600.90
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $9.95
- Gold Club Price: $7.46
WireJewelry Ultra Pro Micro Abrasive Polishing Pads, 20 pack
G9-5-20PK
- G9-5-20PK
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $8.95
- Gold Club Price: $6.71
WireJewelry - Ultimate Wire-Pliers Jewelry Pliers with Case, Set of 5
G15-20
- G15-20
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $170.72
- Gold Club Price: $128.04
24 Piece Dapping Punch Set
DAP-705.00
- DAP-705.00
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $85.97
- Gold Club Price: $64.48
Bench Blocks - 130 X 130 X 20
DUR-1187
- DUR-1187
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $66.67
- Gold Club Price: $50.00
Straight Steel Pick
CVR-400.30
- CVR-400.30
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $3.95
- Gold Club Price: $2.96
Brass Hammer - 1 Pound
HAM-456.10
- HAM-456.10
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $24.97
- Gold Club Price: $18.73
Acculoop Precision Round Nose
PLR-741.00
- PLR-741.00
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $18.97
- Gold Club Price: $14.23
Multi-Size Wrap 'N' Tap Pliers, Large Barrels
PLR-746.03
- PLR-746.03
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $29.95
- Gold Club Price: $22.46
Bezel Roller Deluxe
PSH-776.00
- PSH-776.00
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $3.98
- Gold Club Price: $2.98
Curved Burnisher with Wooden Handle
G8-14
- G8-14
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $3.57
- Gold Club Price: $2.68
retractable fine nose Sharpie
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
WireJewelry Pro-Series Single Barrel Tumbler, Jewelry and Metal Polishing Kit, Includes 1 Pound of Jewelers Mix Shot and 8 Ounces of Shinebrite Burnishing Compound
G25-1-KITSS
- G25-1-KITSS
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $182.60
- Gold Club Price: $136.95
Liver of Sulphur Gel, 1 Ounce Bottle
SOL-610.01
- SOL-610.01
- Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
- Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
- Price: $9.95
- Gold Club Price: $7.46
Instructions
Step 1:
Choosing and Preparing Beads
I could never bring myself to destroy quality beads that have great value. But I have no problem using inexpensive, softer, low-grade beads that rank lower on the Mohs Hardness Scale.
The challenge is that half of these beads may not split cleanly enough to create a usable "half" for bezel setting.
Save all the waste pieces to crush for a later project.
The challenge is that half of these beads may not split cleanly enough to create a usable "half" for bezel setting.
Save all the waste pieces to crush for a later project.
Step 2:
Splitting Beads
A rubber block has too much bounce, so use a bench block when splitting beads. Set the bead on the block with the hole positioned perpendicular to the surface.
Place the tip of an awl in the hole on top of the bead. Hold the awl perpendicular to the bead and block, wrapping as many fingers as possible around the bead to contain fragments. Strike the top of the awl firmly with a heavy hammer.
This process takes practice.
Do not be timid with the strike.
However, striking too hard may cause the awl to slip on the block, creating a risk of injury.
The three stones shown in this step are rhodonite, coral, and lapis lazuli.
Place the tip of an awl in the hole on top of the bead. Hold the awl perpendicular to the bead and block, wrapping as many fingers as possible around the bead to contain fragments. Strike the top of the awl firmly with a heavy hammer.
This process takes practice.
Do not be timid with the strike.
However, striking too hard may cause the awl to slip on the block, creating a risk of injury.
The three stones shown in this step are rhodonite, coral, and lapis lazuli.
Step 3:
Fitting Bead Halves into a Bezel
As long as the bezel wire is wide enough to cover the edge of the broken half, the bead "cabochon" is usable.
It can still be used even if a small part of the side is missing, since the rounded shape of the bezel wire helps disguise the flaw.
It can still be used even if a small part of the side is missing, since the rounded shape of the bezel wire helps disguise the flaw.
Step 4:
Creating and Embellishing a Pendant
A clean, simple pendant can be made by bezel setting the stone and adding a hanging loop.
Step it up by using other supplies you already have on hand. For example, repurpose a ball chain with a broken clasp or one you no longer wear as an embellishment.
You can also melt scrap wire bits into decorative balls and attach them as accents.
For a designer touch, add decoration to the back of the pendant as well.
Step it up by using other supplies you already have on hand. For example, repurpose a ball chain with a broken clasp or one you no longer wear as an embellishment.
You can also melt scrap wire bits into decorative balls and attach them as accents.
For a designer touch, add decoration to the back of the pendant as well.
Step 5:
Constructing Bezels for Bead Halves
Follow bezel-making directions to create bezels that fit each "half" bead cabochon. Since every bead half has a slightly different diameter, each bezel must be made individually.
Step 6
Shape the bezel wire around the smallest barrel of large Wrap N Tap pliers. This makes forming the circle around the broken beads much easier.
Step 7
Aim for a moderately tight fit, but avoid pressing the bezel into broken areas at the base of the bead. The bezel should remain round.
Step 8:
Adjusting Cabochon Height with Shims
The bead cabochons will not all be the same height. If any sit too low, raise them with shims.
In this example, several bead cabochons needed to be raised so they matched in height.
You may only need to do this for earrings, where uneven stone heights are much more noticeable.
In this example, several bead cabochons needed to be raised so they matched in height.
You may only need to do this for earrings, where uneven stone heights are much more noticeable.
Step 9:
Making Uniform Hanging Loops from Jump Rings
For both the clean-lined earrings and the ball chain pendant, purchase or make 20-gauge 3mm ID jump rings (one for each pendant).
To cut jump rings into hanging loops of identical size, place a jump ring with the seam facing out in a miter jig and vise. Slide a long, straight sewing pin into the ring. Push the jump ring and pin against the vise, keeping the seam facing out, then tighten in place.
To cut jump rings into hanging loops of identical size, place a jump ring with the seam facing out in a miter jig and vise. Slide a long, straight sewing pin into the ring. Push the jump ring and pin against the vise, keeping the seam facing out, then tighten in place.
Step 10
Remove the pin. Cut away most of the jump ring that extends from the vise. File the ends smooth and flush with the face of the vise. Each finished loop will be exactly the same size.
Note: A T-pin is much thicker than a sewing pin. Using a T-pin will make the finished loop shallower, resulting in a ring too small for a bail but fine for an earring finding. In this case, scale up to a 4mm jump ring.
Note: A T-pin is much thicker than a sewing pin. Using a T-pin will make the finished loop shallower, resulting in a ring too small for a bail but fine for an earring finding. In this case, scale up to a 4mm jump ring.
Step 11
Slightly flatten one side of each ring loop by running it over 320-grit sandpaper on a bench block with your finger.
Step 12:
Preparing and Attaching the Backplate
For a simple pendant with no embellishment, cut a ¾" x ¾" backplate from 24- or 26-gauge sheet. Cut two backplates if you are making earrings. For a ball chain-embellished pendant, cut a 7/8" x 7/8" square from 24-gauge sheet metal.
If you want a texture or design on the back of the pendant, now is the time to add it.
Place medium paste solder around the inside bottom edge of the bezel. Center the bezel on the backplate. Add a small amount of solder where the top of the pendant will be. Push the flat side of the prepared hanging loop into the solder, tight against the bezel edge.
Hint: When making multiples, number the back of each bead cabochon and scratch the same number inside the corresponding bezel on the backplate.
If you want a texture or design on the back of the pendant, now is the time to add it.
Place medium paste solder around the inside bottom edge of the bezel. Center the bezel on the backplate. Add a small amount of solder where the top of the pendant will be. Push the flat side of the prepared hanging loop into the solder, tight against the bezel edge.
Hint: When making multiples, number the back of each bead cabochon and scratch the same number inside the corresponding bezel on the backplate.
Step 13:
Soldering the Bezel and Loop Assembly
Place the assembly on a solder block. Heat until the solder flows, using a solder pick to push the hanging loop back against the bezel if it shifts while the flux bubbles.
Allow the assembly to cool completely before moving it.
Allow the assembly to cool completely before moving it.
Step 14:
Cleaning and Punching the Hanging Loop
Pickle the assembly, then neutralize it after removing it from the pickle if you are using Sparex. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
Use a 1.25mm hole punch to make a hole near the top edge of the hanging ring.
For a clean-lined simple pendant or earrings, continue to Step 29 after this step, and start at "Cut the assembly out".
Use a 1.25mm hole punch to make a hole near the top edge of the hanging ring.
For a clean-lined simple pendant or earrings, continue to Step 29 after this step, and start at "Cut the assembly out".
Step 15:
Adding Ball Chain Embellishment
For a ball chain-embellished pendant, shape the chain around the bezel, starting and ending at the hanging loop.
Step 16
Cut a 1.5mm ball chain one bead too long (about 2-3/8" long). It is easy to shorten by pushing the balls together, but once cut, it cannot be lengthened.
Step 17
Cut an additional two-ball length of 1.5mm chain to fit inside the hanging loop.
Step 18
Place medium paste solder around the area where the bezel and backplate meet. Press the long chain into the solder, making sure it sits tightly against both the bezel and backplate.
Step 19
Add medium paste solder between the sides of the hanging loop where it meets the bezel and backplate. Press the two-ball chain piece into place in the same way as the longer chain.
Step 20:
Soldering the Ball Chain Embellishment
Place the assembly on a soldering surface. Heat until the solder flows, using a solder pick to push the ball chain back against the bezel if it shifts while the flux bubbles.
Allow the assembly to cool completely before moving it.
Allow the assembly to cool completely before moving it.
Step 21:
Cleaning After Soldering the Ball Chain
Pickle the assembly, then neutralize it after removing it from the pickle if using Sparex. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
Continue to Step 30.
Note: I sometimes forget to take photos before going on to the next step. That is why these are already cut out instead of still on the square backplate-oops!
Continue to Step 30.
Note: I sometimes forget to take photos before going on to the next step. That is why these are already cut out instead of still on the square backplate-oops!
Step 22:
Making Decorative Balls for Embellishment
For a pendant with decorative balls on the bottom edge and embellishments on the back, cut three 1/8", two 3/8", and one ¾" pieces of 18-gauge round Argentium wire.
Space the wire pieces on a soldering brick and use a butane torch to melt each piece into a ball. Let the balls cool completely.
Space the wire pieces on a soldering brick and use a butane torch to melt each piece into a ball. Let the balls cool completely.
Step 23
Holding each ball with chain-nose pliers, run the flatter side over 320- or 400-grit sandpaper to remove fire scale and any residue from the soldering surface.
Step 24:
Creating Leaf Embellishments
Stamp two tiny leaves, about 4.5mm long (measured without the stem), onto scrap 24- or 26-gauge sheet metal.
Step 25
Cut the leaves out, leaving off the stems.
Step 26
Slightly shape the leaves in a dapping block. This makes them easier to use and gives them a more realistic appearance.
Hint: Make extra leaves-you'll find many uses for them!
Hint: Make extra leaves-you'll find many uses for them!
Step 27
Explore the full tutorial for creating Tiny Dapped Metal Leaves here.
Step 28:
Attaching Decorative Balls to the Bezel
Place medium paste solder around the inside bottom edge of the bezel and center the bezel on the backplate.
Add a dot of medium paste solder where the bezel and backplate meet at the bottom center. Press the prepared ¾" ball from Step 22 into the solder so it sits against both the bezel and backplate.
Attach a 3/8" ball on each side of the center ball in the same manner. Then add the 1/8" balls on the outside edges to complete the row of decorative balls.
Add a dot of medium paste solder where the bezel and backplate meet at the bottom center. Press the prepared ¾" ball from Step 22 into the solder so it sits against both the bezel and backplate.
Attach a 3/8" ball on each side of the center ball in the same manner. Then add the 1/8" balls on the outside edges to complete the row of decorative balls.
Step 29:
Soldering and Cutting Out the Pendant Assembly
Place the assembly on a soldering surface. Heat until the solder flows, using a solder pick to push the balls back against the bezel and together if they shift while the flux bubbles. Allow the assembly to cool completely before moving it.
Pickle the assembly, then rinse and dry it. This makes it easier to see where to cut away the excess metal.
Cut the pendant assembly out, leaving a narrow edge to file down. Be careful-if you cut too close, you risk cutting through the bezel.
Pickle the assembly, then rinse and dry it. This makes it easier to see where to cut away the excess metal.
Cut the pendant assembly out, leaving a narrow edge to file down. Be careful-if you cut too close, you risk cutting through the bezel.
Step 30
Use a round file to enlarge and clean up the inside of the hanging loops on the clean lined simple pendant and the ball chain embellished pendant.
Step 31
Use files and sanding pads to clean and refine the edges of each pendant.
Step 32:
Marking the Top for Back Embellishments
For a pendant with decorative balls on the bottom edge and embellishments on the back, first determine the center top of the pendant.
Mark the center point, then mark 1/8" to either side using an ultra-fine point retractable Sharpie.
Mark the center point, then mark 1/8" to either side using an ultra-fine point retractable Sharpie.
Step 33:
Shaping and Preparing the Back Wire
Cut a 1-5/16" piece of 18-gauge dead soft round wire. Shape the wire to fit the back of the pendant as shown.
Step 34
Since these pendants were family gifts, I signed them and added a metal content stamp. The curved wire shape allowed space for this. Shape your wire as desired, but be sure to leave a loop at the top for attaching a bail.
Step 35
Trim the wire shorter if needed. Hammer and/or file the lower end to thin it. Thinning the top end will also make it easier to curl.
Step 36
Place easy paste solder on the back of the pendant and on the curved hanging loop embellishment where they will connect.
Press the curved wire firmly into place on the back of the pendant.
Press the curved wire firmly into place on the back of the pendant.
Step 37
Butter the back of each leaf with easy paste solder and press them into place. Use a toothpick to remove any excess solder.
Add a small dot of solder in the upper curl of the hanging loop wire. Press the final 1/8" ball into the solder so it rests against both the backing and the wire.
Add a small dot of solder in the upper curl of the hanging loop wire. Press the final 1/8" ball into the solder so it rests against both the backing and the wire.
Step 38
Place the assembly on a soldering surface. Heat until the solder flows, using a solder pick to reposition the ball and leaves if they shift while the flux bubbles.
Allow the assembly to cool completely before continuing.
Allow the assembly to cool completely before continuing.
Step 39
Pickle the assembly and neutralize it after removing it from the pickle if using Sparex pickle.
Rinse and dry the assembly.
Rinse and dry the assembly.
Step 40:
Adjusting the Bail Opening
Some K13-11 bails may have an opening that is too tight to slide easily onto a thicker chain or an omega. To adjust, push the bail opening down on the larger barrel of an Acculoop precision round-nose pliers until one side reaches the 6mm mark.
Flip the bail and repeat on the other side so both openings match in size.
This process also shortens the bail slightly, giving it a larger and more custom look.
Flip the bail and repeat on the other side so both openings match in size.
This process also shortens the bail slightly, giving it a larger and more custom look.
Step 41
The hanging loop on this bail is open, which makes it easy to use. Open the loop and slide the pendant on so the front of the pendant faces away from the loop opening. Close the loop securely.
Tumble the pendant for several hours to bring out a bright, polished shine.
Tumble the pendant for several hours to bring out a bright, polished shine.
Step 42:
Adding Patina for Detail
Patina the pendant if desired to highlight the details.
Since removing patina from raised areas creates a more satin finish, tumble the pendant again for 20-30 minutes to restore the shine without stripping away the patina.
Since removing patina from raised areas creates a more satin finish, tumble the pendant again for 20-30 minutes to restore the shine without stripping away the patina.
Step 43
Add any needed shims to the bottom of the pendant bezels.
E-6000 will fill the gaps on the bottom of the broken bead half and provide cushioning as well as help with leveling.
E-6000 will fill the gaps on the bottom of the broken bead half and provide cushioning as well as help with leveling.
Step 44
Set the stones in the pendant bezels.
Set the stone in the earring bezels.
Add earring findings to the clean lined simple drops.
Set the stone in the earring bezels.
Add earring findings to the clean lined simple drops.
Step 45
Set the stone in the earring bezels. Add earring findings to the clean lined simple drops.
Supply Detail
loading...
Change Metal:
This Pattern requires:
Purchase quantity:
Price: $
Gold Club Price: $
Purchase quantity:
Price: $
Gold Club Price: $
Judy Larson
Other Patterns by Judy Larson
Beaded Briolette Pendant
Snail Trail Spiral Earrings
Heart Link Bracelet and Earrings
Crazy Hoop Earrings
Double Delight Jade Bracelet
Swagged Pearl Pendant
Heart Earrings with Drops
Scarab Bracelet
Birthstone Heart Pendant
Pearl of the Sea Woven Pendant
Bead Charm
Coiled Rosette Link
Wire Jewelry Component and Swan Hook
Leaf Bail
Component Templates with Heart Earrings and Pendant
Ring Pendant
Calla Lily Earrings
Birdhouse Pendant
Clamshell Earrings and Pendant
Bracelet Component
Teardrop Earrings and Pendant
Tab Style Pendant
Coiled End Caps
Freeform Pendant
French Hook Ear Wires
Necklace Component
Triangle Shield Earrings, Pendant and Bail
How to Make a Wire Coil and Bead
Egyptian Coil Bracelet
Focal Bead Egyptian Coiled Bracelet
Sweetheart Round Cabochon Pendant
Making Cobblestone Cabochons
Cupcake Wrapper Earrings
How to Make Metal Washers
Baseball Skin Keychain
Pat's Silver Domed Earrings
Blaze Your Own Path Pendant
Semi Snap-on Bail
Interlocking Faux Twist Wire Bracelet
Fold Formed Cuff With Faux Roman Glass or Coin Cabochon
Steampunk Style Leaf Earrings
Stamped Saucer Beads
Kat's Wire Hoop Earrings
Simple Bail on a Coin Pendant
Wire Bangles
Rolling Mill - or not - Cuff Bracelet
Jen's Chain
Making Neckwires
Silver Scrap Wire Focals to Embellish
Splash Ring
Cobblestone Cab Earrings
Multi Gemstone Necklace
Southwest Style Pendant
Bezels Using Square Wire
Mixed Metal Sampler Bracelet 1
Mixed Metal Sampler Bracelet 2
Mixed Metal Sampler Bracelet 3
Mixed Metal Sampler Bracelet 4 - Words Matter
Mixed Metal Sampler Bracelet 5 - River Walk
Mixed Metal Sampler Bracelet 6 - A Little Bling
Mixed Metal Sampler Bracelets Series PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER
Mixed Metal Sampler Bracelet 7 - Steampunk Space Oddity
Mixed Metal Sampler Bracelet 8 - Fun Shapes
Jump Ring Fringe Bracelet
Easy Artisan Earrings
Making Chain with Wubbers and Wire
Heirloom Buttons and Beads Bracelet
Tiny Silver Charms part 1
Argentium Silver Scrap Chain
Sterling Lake Stone Pendant with Twisted Wire
Smashing Drop Earrings
Argentium Silver Scrap Nugget Cuff
Finish Them Your Way Earrings
Paddle Fringe Earrings
Seed Bead Earrings
Bracelet Links 1, 2,3
Stamped Saucer Beads
Chaos Scrap Wrap Jewelry
Maple Leaf Earrings
Child's Bracelet That Grows with Them
Mike's Surpirise Claire's Ripple Pendant
Angel Ornament
Diamonds, Emeralds, and Sapphires, Oh My.
Treasure Bezel Cups
Three Leaves Earrings
Silver and Gold Earrings
Make a Hidden Bail
Wire Links 4, 5, 6
Wire Links 7, 8, 9, and 10
Double Loop Ear Wires
Balled and Paddled Head Pins
Textured Stacked Rings
Cord and Bead Earrings
Bali Style Adjustable Closures
Organic Fused Silver Dust Earrings
Mobius Rings
Dainty Bead and Wire Bangle with Hook Closure
Seed Bead and Nugget Necklace
Love Locks Heart Charm
Traditional Southwest Style Hook Closures
Negative Space Earrings
Jumbled Lacy Chain
Easy Beaded Post Hoop Earrings
Rustic Silver Links
Make a Soldered Paperclip Chain
Make a Fused Paperclip Chain
Make Woven Metal Strips to Use in Your Designs
Leaf Wrap Metal Rings version 1
Leaf Wrap Metal Rings version 2
Snowflake Ornaments
Mitten Ornament
Gnome Ornaments
A Partridge in a Pear Tree Earrings
Two Turtle Doves Earrings
Three French Hens Earrings
Four Calling Birds Earrings
Five Golden Rings Earrings
Six Geese a Layin' Earrings
Seven Swans a Swimming Earrings
Eight Maids a Milking earrings
Nine Ladies Dancing Earrings
Ten Lords a Leaping Earrings
Eleven Pipers Piping Earrings
Twelve Drummers Drumming Earrings
Make Your Own Bracelet Button Clasps
Little Saucer Bells
Doodads - Fun Findings
No Measure Hearts, Any Size, Any Gauge
Cascading Drops Earrings
WIre Basics - Spiral Charms
Wire Basics - Wrapped Loops and Links
Wire Basics - Simple Swan Hook
Wire Crocheted Necklace
Wire Basics - Wire Garage Door Spring Link
Easy Post Hoop Earrings
Double Wrap Wire Bangle Bracelet
Organic Wire Pendant
Coiled, Beaded Slide
Cone and Chain Earrings
Embellished Sterling Cones
Classic Wire Wrap Bezelled Pendant
Wire Wrap a Coin
Viking Knit
Viking Knit Bracelet
Coiled Wire End Caps
Bead-Wrapped Hoop Earrings
Copper Feather Earrings
Soldering a Dome to a Backplate
Wire Heart Pendant with Gemstone Drop
Make Basic Wire Shapes for Jewelry
Make Simple Wire Slide Bails
Coiled Bead and Twisted Wire Bracelet
Wire Triangle Link
Bali Style Focal Toggle
Silver Nuggets
Fun Shapes Fish Hook Earrings
After the Rain Bracelets
Dangling Drop Earrings
Dangling Chain Sticks
Wire Heart Pendant with Gemstone Drop
Tropical Leaf Earrings
Basic Bezel Wire Tutorial
Dog Tag Style Necklace
Lacy Washers
8-Strand Kumihimo
Closed Loop Ear Wires
Simple Strip Bails from Scratch
Anti-tarnish Silver Cloth Bags
Cotter Pin Style Bail
Holiday Woodland Fairy Ornament
Happy Holly Days Wreath Ornament
Happy Holly Days Leaves and Berries
Happy Holly Days Bells Ornament
Art Deco Wire Wrapped Pendant
Twisted Wire Jump Rings
Two-tone Beaded Bangle
Sweetheart Pendant
Waves on the Beach Earrings
Any Size Wire Hearts - Any Size, Any Gauge
Just in Case Heart Pendant
Small Flower Embellishment
Making Tiny Dapped Metal Leaves
Spinner Fidget Bangles
Small Flower Bud Embellishment
Three Petal Bud and Layered Embellishment
Creating a Flower Stem
Stamped Tube Beads
Water Cast Scrap Cross
Sugared Grapes Pendant
Tourist Rock Cuff Bracelet
Gemstone Chains Reimagined
Checkerboard Faceted Earrings
Foxtail Chain aka Loop-in-Loop
Handmade Chunky Chain
Capture a Summer Memory
Stone Key Fob
Sprinkles Link
Ball Chain Embellishments
Handmade Ornament Hooks
Coin Focal
Branching Out
Broken AKA Bits and Pieces Dish Jewelry
Easy No Solder Hinges
Small Embellished Classic Cross
Closure Focal Necklace
Classic Cameo Pendant
Bali Style Earrings
Combine Druzy With Straw and Water Cast Components
Feathers and Leaves Earring Remodel
Five Year Bracelet
Designer Stick Earrings Remodel
Hammered Luxury
Recycled Black Pearl Earrings
Disc Cutter Earrings Remodel
Show Your Colors Bracelet
CZ Explosion Necklace
Domed Stud with Drop Loop
Gemstone Stud Earrings With Hanging Loop
Ripple Bracelet
Double Foxtail Chain
Stretch Bracelets
Copper Feather Earrings Remodel Into Cuff
Summer Fun Necklace
Reunion Key Fobs
Gnome Ornaments
Happy Holly Days Ornament
A New Take on a Figure-8 Chain
Double Link Chain
Threader Earrings
Saving Memories
The premier place for all your jewelry making needs. The best in wire, tools, cabochons, gemstone beads and more. As well as a superior resource for educational support to help build your jewelry making skills and techniques.
Connect With Us
® 2007 - 2026 Wirejewelry.com Powered by ClaimTheWeb Cart