Flat Braid Kumihimo Bracelet Tutorial with Beads & Soft Flex Wire

Flat Braid Kumihimo Bracelet Tutorial with Beads & Soft Flex Wire

Flat Braid Kumihimo Bracelet Tutorial with Beads & Soft Flex WireThis week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, I share a kumihimo tutorial using the Square Kumihimo Plate, Soft Flex beading wire and Czech Glass Table Cut Beads. Sara and I had a Kumihimo Beading Party on Facebook last week sharing this technique and thought it would be nice to revisit it in a different color way. S…
Weekly Video Recap: Czech Glass, Bead Weaving, Knotting And Braiding Jewelry

Weekly Video Recap: Czech Glass, Bead Weaving, Knotting And Braiding Jewelry

Good Friday everybody! We have some amazing  videos for you this week. If you love Pantone color choices or just want a breezy summer necklace, you are in the right spot. We have some instructive and fun tutorials. Learn how to string Czech Glass Beads. Learn the basics of beginner bead weaving. And explore knotting and braiding. Make your next jewelry design adventurous!…
Learn How To Make Handcrafted Rings With Craft Wire

Learn How To Make Handcrafted Rings With Craft Wire

Let's learn how to make some handmade rings! Today, we are exploring wire rings (rings designed using  Craft Wire). These free projects may seem a little daunting for beginners. But, our videos are gentle and easy to follow. You will not be lost as you work. To kick things off, we will show you a rose ring that is so simple. If you have a ring mandrel - or something you can use…
How To Make Kumihimo Jewelry With Craft Wire

How To Make Kumihimo Jewelry With Craft Wire

Kumihimo boards are incredibly versatile. They are great for making braids with fiber, beading string, and silk. But, did you know you can also use a stiffer wire on them? Soft Flex employee, James Browning, wanted to see what kind of designs he could create with his favorite wire - Craft Wire. It turns out that Craft Wire is a fantastic design option. If you have not worked…
Weekly Video Recap: Tucson Gem Show Sales And Jewelry Making Ideas

Weekly Video Recap: Tucson Gem Show Sales And Jewelry Making Ideas

The biggest bead show on the planet has arrived! The  Tucson gem and mineral show is a city wide extravaganza. The city itself becomes one massive bead store as vendors from all over the world descend on the town to show their wares and sell to smiling faces. If you are not planning to make a trip this year, follow along as we take a virtual look at the beads and products you would find…