Wednesday, December 2, 2009

How to make a ring

Here is the perfect video about how to make a ring.

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

How to matte finish jewelry

Here is the video lesson from Wendy Culpepper about how to matte finish jewelry, with many security precautions.

How to Make Wire Jewelry Necklaces

There is once more video tutorial from expert village, How to Make Jewelry:
How to Make Wire Jewelry Necklaces.

Sunday, November 29, 2009

How to make earwires

It's easy to make your own earwires using roundnose pliers or a jig. Why would you want to make earwires? You can choose your own metal, style, and gauge. This gives you more design options than you would get ordering pre-made earwires, plus it's a great way to save money.

You can make earwires using a pre-existing earwire and your pliers. This is the method to use if you don't have a jig (although a jig is easy to make). Cut 2 lengths of wire about 4 inches (10 cm) long. Hold the earwire with your pliers and bend one or both of the wires to match its curves. I like to work both earwires at once, using my hands, except for the loops (then I use roundnose pliers). After you get a shape you like, you can flatten the part that sits in the earhole by applying pressure with flatnose pliers (no ridges!) or by pounding the earring gently using a hammer and anvil. Use a file to smooth the ends of the earwires.

Here are several video tutorials:



Essential bead jewellery video lessons

Beading expert, Jane Lievens guides you with clear, simple instructions. Novice or professional? There’s something for you!

These tutorials are the stepping stones to making your own bespoke mini masterpieces. All videos are suitable for beginners and, for the brave, are open to interpretation! Choose your own bead colours and styles for a unique finish.

How to make a Charm Bracelet



Charm bracelets have made a huge comeback . Part of their appeal is that you can use any beads or pendants in any quantity you like.

Pick favourite beads from old jewellery or choose some spanking new ones. Or even mix it up with a bit of both. Chain can be heavy or light depending on the look you’re going for. Learn the basics with our tutorial video. The rest is up to you!

How to make a Rope Daisy Chain



A rope daisy chain has endless style possibilities. Use your favourite colours to create a unique piece of jewellery. Try making an extra long one and knotting it at the bottom for a twenties flapper necklace with a modern twist.

Top Tip! Keep each different colour of rocaille in a separate dish.



How to make a Netted Bracelet



A netted bracelet is a timeless classic and easy to make even if you are a novice. No specialist tools are needed to make this pretty bracelet. We suggest using faceted glass beads as they give a nice sparkly finish.

Top Tip: Start with about 1 metre of elasticity. If you use more it has a tendency to become knotted. You can always add more if needed, simply by knotting a new length to the end of the previous piece

Saturday, November 28, 2009

Wire Work secrets lessons

Here is the jewelry making tutorial video from WireWorkSecrets.com, unfortunately, only three of five lessons are available, but these ones are useful.

Lesson 1
Wire Work Secrets Jewelry Making Tutorials Lesson 1: Jump Ring Crash Course - kewego
From WireWorkSecrets.com, this jewelry making tutorial video is Lesson 1 in the free 5 lesson video e-course Wire Work Lessons. More free wire working lessons available at wireworksecrets.com Learn pro jewelry tips and tricks.



Lesson 2

Lesson 3

Resin Jewelry Tutorial

Here is the Resin Jewelry Tutorial with John W. Golden, a three-part how-to video for using epoxy resin, silver-plated rings and pewter pendant trays to create jewelry from reproductions of your artwork.

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Part 3.