Beading Tips & Techniques

Many crochet projects that have a circular shape or a 3D structure (like a ball or cup shape) will begin with a technique called a Magic Circle, or MC for short. It can take some practice to master, but it is a great basic foundational technique for all sorts of crochet projects. Come learn this...

Master a few basic stitches and you will open up a world of possibilities with crocheted jewelry and jewelry components. Here are four of the most important beginner stitches. Abbreviations of each stitch will be shown in parentheses. For these instructions, we’ve used Linhasita 1mm cord, but...

Designed to make trimming, looping, and jewelry creation easier, the Beadsmith 1-Step Looper Pliers are an excellent addition to any jewelry making kit. Watch this video for instructions to start making repeatable loops in a simple 1-step process.

Getting started in bead crochet is not only fun and easy, but you can make an entire piece of jewelry or decoration by knowing just ONE stitch: the basic crochet chain stitch! This stitch can be combined with a variety of different bead styles, colors, and shapes.

Jess from Vintaj shows us how to use Colourful Soul Jewelry Pop-Outs & Ultimate Paints to create stunning custom components.

Make your own stretch bracelet using our enamel tile beads!

Learn to use the snake knot for knotting bracelets and necklaces.

Pom-poms are on-trend right now! They are being paired with Boho style designs. We also carry many sports related charms, these are such a cute embellishment to cheer on your team and add color. Here at Lima we like using hemp, thread, or yarn. Let’s get started… You will need: A fork, at...

With just a few basic supplies, make a trendy bolo necklace without breaking a sweat. It's a minimal design, but there's plenty of room for your personal style.

In just a few easy steps, make a stretch bracelet with round beads and a charm for a touch of your personal style. Stack the bracelets for a textured and on-trend look!

In this tip, we'll show you how you string a guru bead onto a mala necklace. Start with a mala necklace that is finished except for the guru bead in the middle. Make sure there is enough cord

Use pewter tassel caps to make a tassel for a necklace focal, earrings or to embellish a craft project.

I have been seeing tassels everywhere in jewelry, from the runways to fashion magazines to shops around town. Tassels are a really easy embellishment to add to a grouping for a necklace focal or even as a charm off a bracelet. There are tons of possibilities and making them is super easy! All...

As a little kid, did you ever "wear" your Slinky on your wrist as a fashion statement? Well, this Memory Wire will bring you back to those days, but here we'll show you how to elevate it to adulthood. Time to get creative!

Check out the line of Metallic Patina by Vintaj and create all new looks to your metal!

Here's a basic bracelet type: knotting beads into leather cord. It can be dressy or rustic depending on the charms you choose. Learn a few tips on how to make this classic piece.

Here we'll make a simple bracelet using beading wire and some of our new Czech Glass beads. Things to keep in mind: The medium wire used in this video works will with most beads. I really like the 6-8mm beads purely for the aesthetic appeal. This wire is not, however, a good fit for our Pearl...

One of my earliest memories from school, isn't of school at all, but of my girlfriend's braided hair. Her name was Carrie, and she called it a fishtail braid. My mom only French braided my hair :-) So Carrie taught me how to braid like her hair. We would make all sorts of "friendship style"...

The Shamballa Bracelet is very quick and easy to make. It's also a great way to add sparkle to your wrist!

Every chain we carry from Patricia Healey comes with a curved bar link right in the center, making it super easy to add a pendant.

Get ideas, tips, pictures, and more helpful information on coloring brass stampings with alcohol inks and acrylic paints.

Want a great way to use that leftover Artistic Wire? Try making ornament hangers!

The ladder stitch is vital in creating wrap bracelets. In this video, you'll learn how to use the ladder stitch to create a simple single-wrap bracelet.

The sliding square knot is a great way to finish off your cord or twine bracelets. If you're already familiar with a square knot, this video will show you everything you need to tie a sliding square knot.

The square knot is one of the most basic knots you can learn when you're starting macrame. This video will show you how to make a bracelet using hemp and a few beads.

The half square knot gives the effect of flat twisted ribbon. If you already know the square knot, you'll pick this one up in no time. The video will show you how to make a simple half knot macrame bracelet with hemp and a few beads.

Collapsible beading needles can be especially helpful when working with seed beads and ribbon.

If you've been making jewelry, chances are you've had problems getting jump rings to work exactly the way you want them to.

If you're not sure what to do with that donut pendant, just watch this 20 second video!

With leather lacing and wire, you can create a fun little link to use in your projects.

Using crimp cord ends is the easiest way to include leather cord into your designs.

Adjustable knots are a great alternative to using clasps in your bracelets or necklaces.

This technique explains how to take a bead from your stash and wire wrap a link on each side.

Here's a cute way to turn a bead into a charm: wire wrap it with a head pin and pliers!

Enjoy wire wrapping? Here's a "messier" take on wire wrapping a bail that creates a cone on a teardrop.

Wire wrapping comes in all shapes and sizes. Here's one example that we hope you'll love.

Learn the basics of crimping, one of the most essential techniques to making bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and other beading designs.

Follow this step-by-step technique to learn the basics of using a crimp cover to hide your crimp beads.