Jewelry Classroom
Below are instructions for some of the most useful jewelry making techniques we know. Tell us if there are other skills you would like to learn!
How to Use Multi-Strand Grooved Slide Bar Clasps
Make a cuff bracelet with our large silver slide bar clasps. Once you get the hang of it, these clasps are easy to use!
Finish a Multi-Strand Bracelet with Cones
Cones are a great way to finish multi-strand bracelets and necklaces. The cone hides the strand tips creating a clean, elegant line.
Basic Wire Wrapping
Learn to wire wrap a bead onto a head pin. This basic technique will allow you to make endless pairs of earrings and beautiful pendants.
Wire Wrap a Link
Learn to wire wrap beads into links. This simple technique will expand your design options for necklaces, bracelets and earrings.
Wire Wrap a Briolette Drop
Learn how to wire wrap a briolette drop.
Add a Silver Clasp to Silk Cord or Ribbons
Learn how to wire wrap a silver clasp onto any silk cord or ribbon.
Add Any Clasp to Thick Silk Cord
Learn how to add any silver clasp to thick silk cord.
Finish a Multi-Strand Silk Necklace with Any Clasp
Learn how to finish a multi-strand silk necklace with any clasp you like.
Add Special Clasp to Multiple Silk Cords and Ribbons
Learn how to finish a multi-strand silk necklace with our Special Silver Clasp