Top 10 Kumihimo Projects From The Soft Flex Company YouTube Channel
Kumihimo means 'gathered threads' in Japanese. It is a form of braiding. Kumihimo braids can be used to create decorative lace, cords, jewelry or clothing accessories.
Historically, Kumihimo braids have been used in Samurai armor and weaponry. The braids were used as a functional knit for their armor pieces. Decorativ…
Make a Necklace with Hocus Pocus Galaxy Beads & Beading WireThis week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, I share how to make a simply strung necklace using two strands of Soft Flex beading wire from the Black Magic Trios pack and Hocus Pocus bead strand and mix.Supplies:Trios Beading Wire Pack - Black MagicHocus Pocus Bead Strand 2Hocus Pocus Bead MixLobster Claw Clasp - Gun Metal Pla…
Can you believe it is already October? How in the world did that happen? This week, we got into the spirit of the most spooky month and kicked things off with our
Hocus Pocus Design Kit (Sold Out). We hope you joined us for Kit Day. If not, today is a great chance to learn about our jewelry making kits. Kits make it simple to design with a theme. Kits are also a great way to share your…
We love a party! We hope you caught our latest
beading blast. If you missed out, you can catch up today. We joined TierraCast's jewelry designer, Tracy Proctor, and discussed all things jewelry. Tracy was schooled in fine arts and graphic design. All journeys take unexpected turns and she ended up at TierraCast. She was hired in the Order Fulfillment Department. Over time, her…
DIY Modern Chandelier Style Earrings or Pendant with Dagger Beads, SilverSilk & Wire
This week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, I share how to make a pair of DIY beaded chandelier earrings that can also be a pendant with metal dagger beads, Czech glass vintage button mold beads, SilverSilk capture chain and Soft Flex beading wire.
Supplies:…
How to Make a Beaded Necklace for Fall with Antique Color Wire & Components
This week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, I share how to wire wrap a beaded pendant and string a beaded necklace using antique color beading and craft wire. Soft Flex Beading Wire in Antique Brass color is one of my favorites! It pairs seamlessly with Soft Flex Craft Wire in V…