Jewellery + Hardware

Hello, my newest craft, paper beads is an awsome hobby so far but I'd like to turn it into money if at all possible. I am having a problem with the "final adhesive" I saw a tutorial on you tube that used "diamond glaze" but could not find any offline to buy, so I wound up...

Hey there!! not sure if I've put this post in the right place But yeah, basically I made some fimo beads for a necklace! and I've attempted to sand them (after baking) as they had a few imperfections (like fingerprints ect). I've got out the marks... but now the clay has a...

i need silverware will buy anyone help

Suede and leather are two of my favorite jewelry cords, but I need some new ideas. I mostly have made Chan Luu bracelets and braided jewelry. I prefer designs with elegant beads made from metal, pearls, and semiprecious stones. I check the local stores for jewelry magazines...

I have been trying to create a little potion bottle (using the mini bottle charms) and i have been having trouble with keeping the bubbles to stay in it. Iv tried using just regular clear glue but they never stay. Any ideas what i should try?

Hi Everyone! Im pretty new to cut out and keep. I specialise in Polymer clay (fimo,sculpty) i notice that many of you enjoy working with it and just wanted to let you all know that im here if you would like any tips. Ive worked with it for nearly 10 years and have tried,...

I am currently taking a fused glass class. I also have a little experience with silver clay. I was wondering, would it be possible to combine them? From what I have read, its better to add the silver clay after you have a fused glass piece - since silver clay fires at a lower...

Okay, I totally need some help! I see these awesome earrings but I have no clue on how their made! I'm a single mom on a budget, but I want to look fabulous lol. I have no clue on what their called, but i've included one girl's etsy page...ive also seen these first on another...

Sorry for a really bad noob question but I really need some help, I recently got ball chain like this http://imgs.inkfrog.com/pix/zacoo/OBCH0111-5_02.jpg And connectors like this http://imgs.inkfrog.com/pix/zacoo/OBTN0041_01.jpg Thing is though how do I attach them together?

I've been making jewellery a few years now and have been branching out and using wire far more in my creations. I've started making my own jump rings and would like to try making my own earring wires. Has anyone seen a good tutorial or has any tips. Thanks.

I want to get some chain, but I can't seem to find decent selections. I usually buy supplies on eBay, but when it comes to chains I get lost in all this mumbo jumbo. Maybe there are keywords I could be searching? Or if there are reliable sites that make it easy?

That title's about as punny as I can get on short notice. Haha. Well, here's the thing. I found a box full of short, flatheaded nails in the back of my closet and I have no idea what to do with them. I thought about curling them into ring bases, but, alas, they turn into pinky...

http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.307789760.jpg Please show me how to make this earring with shoe strings!

So I need help! I have multiple vending machine rings that I just do NOT want to get rid of because my boyfriend had gotten them for me. I am trying to think of something to do other than putting them on a cord as a pendant. Does anybody have any ideas for what i could do with...

I'm in the process of making a ring out of a pure silver quarter for the boyfriend of valentines day. Has anyone else tried this and maybe has some advice on the matter, I've go a pretty large array of tools at my disposal, well after my dad gets home anyway. lol. I've been...

So I got this awesome piggy from a game I used to ply. Self responsible persons.Weird creates Weirder think. I want to turn it into elastic somewhere. http://gearorbeer.files.wordpress.com/2010/02/164369127-pass-the-pigs.jpg They're kinda rubbery but that picture is accurate....

I found a beautiful steam punk watch called winter collection and am trying to find out who made it and if he or she sells them or would furnish me with detailed instructions ( I am not too gifted in creating things). But this is the most beautiful steam punk watch I have run...

My best friend is a Dexter fanatic and for her birthday I kinda want to make her a blood splatter necklace. Any ideas on how to achieve that "killer" look??

Ellos Again Everyone, I'm making a 80s themed bracelet for my mother and was wondering where some good inspirations are. I've tried Deviant art and nothings really popped up. If possible I would love some links or anything y'all have. Thank ya!

Hi Everyone, Does anyone know of a tutorial for the below style bracelet I have tried to look in the how to's but I can't find it and I'm not sure whether it has a specific name! http://www.monicavinader.com/rio-bracelet-large/rio-bracelet-large-turquoise-peace Many Thanks...

How much do craft pliers cost? Are there different types of pliers? I am trying to get into more jewelry/acessory type crafts. I am not old enough to get a job so money is somewhat hard to come by for me.

Does anyone know if resin will melt rubber or silicon?

I have the problem that my ears always get badly infected when I get them pierced. My mother used to have to wear real gold and that was all she could wear but they always turned silver... not sure why... I just get bad infections and they hurt. not really anyone wears clip on...

So last night my boyfriend asked if we could go as an Angel and a Knight a'la Romeo and Juliet. [IMG]http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h287/pinkweeds/romeo-and-juliet.jpg[/IMG] This is pretty much going to be an easy DIY for his chain mail and my dress but I am completely...

How can I organize my necklaces? I can use a tutorial and try making a bracelet rack but I have no idea what I should do about my necklaces. I don't really have any wall space to hang an organizer or any space on my small dresser, though I could try to make some. I was...

How can I organize my necklaces? I can use a tutorial and try making a bracelet rack but I have no idea what I should do about my necklaces. I don't really have any wall space to hang an organizer or any space on my small dresser, though I could try to make some. I was...

How can I organize my necklaces? I can use a tutorial and try making a bracelet rack but I have no idea what I should do about my necklaces. I don't really have any wall space to hang an organizer or any space on my small dresser, though I could try to make some. I was...

I have tons of jewelry supplies. Chain, beads, clasps, wire, pliers, charms, cases, etc. I don't use them anymore and they just sit there so I would like to sell them in bulk. I am also in need of quick money, so prices will be low. Please let me know if you are interested....

I make necklaces and prayer beads. I have been making them with fishing line, but lately two have broken. I attribute this to my fiddling with them, as the weight of the line was fairly heavy. I am looking for another way to string beads. Wondering what you use. I am...