Beads have been intertwined with the human experience since we began recording our time on this rock. They have ignited our curiosity and inspired our creativity. Right now, we are looking at beads to provide us the serenity to accept the things we cannot change. Let's make this a year of positive thoughts and wonderous crafting. Kick things off with us as we look at jewelry projects that desig…
Purple Petals and SilverSilk Capture Chain TutorialLast week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, I opened the Purple Petals Bead Mix (sold out) and made a necklace. I combined silver leaves and beads from bead mix with SilverSilk Capture Chain and hammered cones for an elegant necklace design tutorial for Fall! Supplies:Soft Flex Craft Wire - 20 and 22 GaugeBead MixHammered ConesH…
Charm bracelets are always in style! This type of charm bracelet is perfect for beginner jewelry makers. The only thing you need to know is how to do is open and close a jump ring with chain nose pliers and cut chain. How to Make a Simple DIY Charm Bracelet with ChainThis week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, I make a simple charm bracelet with some leftover chain, connectors,…
