Projects
Please view our projects below and have a go! Display alphabetically or newest first.
Crimping special
Take the time to learn how to use crimping pliers and you will have a perfect finish every time.
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Gold Leather Macramé Jewellery Set
By using simple knotting techniques you can create this striking jewellery set to remind you of a golden beach. Gold findings give this set a real depth of colour and a touch of glamour.
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Bold Bicone Jewellery Set
By using simple joining techniques you can create this striking linked jewellery set. Add some simple wirework techniques to complete the project.
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Trendy Tribal Necklace and Bracelet
By using simple joining techniques you can create this striking Tribal Jewellery Set. Antique gold findings give this set a real depth and a look of authenticity.
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Add Organza Ribbon
This bold and colourful jewellery set is quick and easy to make. Add another row of beads for even more impact.
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Link With Chain
Add a simple but extremely effective wire work
technique to give your jewellery set a decorative element.
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Wrap With Wire
This electrifying set will add a spark to any outfit!
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Ethnic Style Necklace
Team this ethnic style necklace with a maxi dress and gladiator sandals for a complete summer outfit.
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Full Bloom Necklace & Earrings
Use basic sewing techniques to make colourful, ribbon flowers and attach them to antique gold chain. Adorn with sumptuous glass pearls for a Summery creation.
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Bridal Tiara
This pretty delicate tiara is perfect for that special day.
The twisted silver plated wire holds pearls and
Swarovski Crystals in the air to catch the
light and add extra sparkle.
Unfortunately the Swarovski 6mm bicone is currently out of stock. We have used a ...
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Darling Buds
Tie the ribbon of the necklace to wear at the best length to go with your favourite outfit.
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Hearts Entwined Tiara And Bag Charm
Make different size hearts and entwine them together with wire and beads for a sparkling finish.
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Clematis Tiara
This stunning tiara allows you to be really creative. Keep it simple or go over the top with twirls and beads!
This project first featured in Beads And Beyond, Issue 5, February 2008 - published January 2008.
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Decorated Champagne Flutes
This project uses even count tubular peyote stitch decreasing as you go up as the glass thins and increasing as it gets wider. The amount of rocailles you use will depend on the width of the glass.
This project first featured in Beads And Beyond, Issue 9, June 2008 -...
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Pearly Dew Bracelet
Master the art of chevron stitch when you make this beautiful pearly bracelet.
This project first featured in Beads And Beyond, Issue 9, June 2008 - published 8th May 2008.
ADDING MORE THREAD At some point you will start to run out of thread. To finish off, weave...
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Medieval Jewellery Set
Wear this set with a plain tee-shirt to give an antique twist to your outfit.
Jump rings are linked together to create delicate flowers and chain linked elements that are easily combined to make a stunning jewellery set. The same techniques are used to create a pair of drop earrings.
Make this...
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Miracle Chain Necklace.
Lengths of plastic coated wire are filled up with 8mm beads, made into loops and joined into chain links. This is the perfect opportunity to master your crimping pliers to create a simple to make necklace. It is sure to get you noticed if you are out for a morning coffee or a night on the tiles!...
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Pretty Pearls and Ribbons
Wear this jewellery set to add a touch of femininity to a stylish white shirt or to add that extra something to your favourite little black dress.
Gently pleated black ribbon with hand stitched white glass pearls and silver plated findings are simply combined to create this feminine set. By using...
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Springtime Ribbon Flowers
Put a spring in your step with this bright and colourful statement jewellery set.
Lengths of chain are joined with jump rings to create loops with wire wrapped squares as the focal point. Folded ribbon is made into delicate flowers, with trimmed pieces of ribbon added throughout the necklace to ...
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Sumptuous Ceramic set
Knotted organza ribbon easily holds bronze ceramic beads in place, interspersed with complimenting coloured jump rings and bead tips. For that finishing touch, tie an organza ribbon bow onto the necklace. The bracelet hides elasticity within for a perfect finish that will fit even the smallest...
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Twisted ribbon necklace
Pink and black ribbon lengths and sparsely placed beads on chain give this necklace a cool and classic feel, so why not add a new dimension to your little black dress with this stylish ribbon necklace.
Lengths of ribbon are held together with ribbon crimps interspersed with pandora beads. Iron...
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Vintage Style Charm Bracelet
This pretty bracelet made in antique gold findings has a delicate vintage feel. With a jump ring chain you will feel a real sense of achievement by making it from scratch!
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Charming Corsage Necklace
Twisting silver plated wire is an easy way to make clusters of beads, by adding focal points of pink ceramic beads you can create an elegant jewellery set in the style of a delicate corsage.
As the green glass beads are a mixed packet, your necklace will not be exactly the same as pictured, so...
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Swarovski Pendant and Earrings
This sparkling pendant was made using right angle weave with CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements beads. The pendant was hung from trace chain giving a delicate finish. As an alternative, try using one colour of bead to match a favourite outfit.
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Coral Reef
Make this tactile jewellery set inspired by coral reefs using rocailles and spacer beads, for an elegant and fashionable addition to your jewellery collection.
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Pink and Grey Vintage Earrings
The smoky shades and black antique findings add to the vintage feel of these earrings, making them the perfect accompaniment to a little black dress.
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Twisted Sister Brick Stitch Pendant
This necklace adds a modern twist to traditional brick stitch, using up to the minute black and silver and funky dagger beads.
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Glamorous Ring
This glamorous and unusual finger ring takes minutes to make and adds instant glamour to your fingers. Wear with matching nail varnish for a stunning look. The bead amounts are all approximate depending on how full you want your ring to be.
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Elegant Crystal Necklace
The finished result is stunning and will bring sparkle and glamour to any Christmas party. It is also a perfect design for sprucing up your favourite dress for a glam vintage look. It can be made with a chunkier chain or different colour crystals to suit any mood or occasion.
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Fireworks Tiara
You can make this tiara as over the top or as subtle as you like by using different lengths of wire for the ‘fireworks’ and more or less beads.
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Blue Moon Necklace
Make this glitzy necklace to add that extra sparkle to your favourite party dress.
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Bead & Chain Necklace
This delicate necklace is made up of loops of chain, joined easily with jump rings. To complete the look, pearls and glass bicones are added on headpins, to give this piece a vintage feel.
Your Tips: To make a matching pair of earrings, simply make two more of the centre tassels and add them to ...
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Retro Style Necklace & Bracelet
Use Pandora style beads and chain to make a bold jewellery set. You can add your own style by using different colour combinations or maybe black findings to create a unique piece and something to match with your favourite outfit.
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Amber Ramble Necklace And Bracelet
The necklace shown here is 42cm long but, if you have bought the suggested quantities, you will have plenty of beads to make it longer if you wish, or make it your own by choosing different colour glass mixes
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Peacock Jewellery Set
This peacock inspired jewellery set, with brightly coloured beadalon wire and gold tube is quick to make with fantastic results. Choose some different coloured wire to give it your own unique look.
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Mandala Bracelet
Make this marvellous mandala bracelet for some great wrist action
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Double Cluster Necklace And Earrings
This is an easy to make necklace with lovely results. It looks fab worn casually with jeans and a plain black T-shirt.
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Daisy Peyote Jewellery Set
This cute project is featured in issue 1 of brand new, fashionable beading magazine MAKE JEWELLERY on sale 24th March 2009
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Pearly Pink Jewellery Set
Go ‘pearly and girly’ with this pretty jewellery set in shades of pink and burgundy!
This project appears in Crafts Beautiful October 2008 issue. On sale 22nd August 2008.
Earring Tip: Make the earrings first to ensure that you have enough beads to make a matching pair.
Necklace Tip: ...
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St Petersburg Necklace
This necklace uses St Petersburg stitch. Once the stitch is mastered the necklace is surprisingly quick to make
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Rainbow Circles Bracelet
This bracelet of many colours will brighten up your day even when the sun’s not shining!
This project appears in Bead magazine October/November issue. On sale 17th September 2008.
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Spiral Necklace
A stunning necklace for a special occasion on a Summer evening.
This project first featured in Beads And Beyond, Issue 8, May 2008 - published 10th April 2008.
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