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Jewelry Making Kits & Tutorials Instructions
If you don't have jewelry classes offered close by or you want to learn to make jewelry at your own pace, these are for you.  Kits and tutorials have detailed step-by-step instructions with high-quality color photographs so you can see where I hold my pliers and know what your piece should look like at each step of the way.  You can start with the free download and if you're not sure about learning from instructions, have a friend learn the technique with you. Click here for the list of techniques. 

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If you prefer gathering materials on your own, you can order the tutorial, which has detailed step-by-step instructions with high-quality color photographs and a materials list. There are two ways to do this:

Download PDF
Click the button under the technique you want and it will be added to your File Download shopping cart.  Once you check out, you will receive an email with a link to download the file.  The email will be sent to the email address associated with your PayPal account. You will need Adobe Reader in order to view the file, but it's a free download.

Download files have their own separate shopping cart, so if you are ordering other items (printed tutorials, kits, booster packs, jewelry) they are in the main shopping cart and you'll need to check out separately. 

If you pay with an e-check it will take 3-4 business days to clear, after which you'll receive the email with instructions for downloading. 

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Free Sample Tutorial Download
To give you an idea of what my tutorials are like, I made the Simple Loops tutorial available for free. 

Paper Copy
To have me print and mail a paper copy of a tutorial to you, click the button under the technique you want. 

Jewelry Kits
Take the hassle out of finding the correct ingredients for the techniques listed below and let me make a jewelry kit just for you.  I don't have a warehouse or staff, so once you order a kit I will order parts and assemble the kit as soon as possible. It usually takes a week or less for me to get it in the mail to you once payment has cleared.  I want you to have a quality product when you are finished, so my kits include sterling silver components and high-quality beads.  If you want to practice before using the materials in your kit, feel free to use copper (craft) wire and beads from your local craft store.  Materials in your kit may vary from what is pictured.  If you have preferences on colors, email me and I will try to accommodate you.  A detailed tutorial is included in each kit, but the tools needed to complete the project are not included.  Click here for my Tool Catalog.

Booster Packs
Once you've tried a technique and like it, you can purchase a refill of the consumable materials. The Booster Pack is the materials without the instructions or any reusable items that were in the original kit.

 

Techniques  listed by level

Beginner - You're just getting started with making jewelry and want to build your basic skills (and confidence)

Basic Bead Stringing
Beaded Branches 
Byzantine Chain
Crystal Balls 
Earring Basics
Illusion & Organza Necklaces
Link Bracelet
Parallel Chain
Simple Loops (free)

Torsade Necklace  New!
Woven Crystal Bracelet 

Intermediate - You've mastered the basics and are ready to learn a more involved technique

Flat Snake Weave 
Freeform Wire Cuff
Princess Pillow 
Puffy Heart Pendant 
Silk Knotting
Squiggle Bracelet 
Viking Knit Woven Chain 
Wire Crochet

Advanced - You're experienced and looking for more challenges to add to your repertoire

Caged Crystal Chain Weave 
Double Helix Bracelet 
Springy Links Bracelet
Topsy-Turvy Bracelet
Viking Bezel 

Techniques   listed by type

Beading
Basic Bead Stringing
Crystal Balls 
Illusion & Organza Necklaces
Princess Pillow 

Puffy Heart Pendant 
Silk Knotting
Torsade Necklace 
New!
Woven Crystal Bracelet 


 

Chain Maille
Byzantine Chain
Caged Crystal Chain Weave 
Flat Snake Weave 
Parallel Chain

chain making, chain mail, chainmail, chain maille, chainmaille, how to make chain, jump ring jewelry, jump ring bracelet

Wirework
Beaded Branches 
Double Helix Bracelet 

Earring Basics
Freeform Wire Cuff
Link Bracelet
Simple Loops (free)

Springy Links Bracelet
Squiggle Bracelet 

Topsy-Turvy Bracelet
Viking Bezel 
Viking Knit Woven Chain 
Wire Crochet

Techniques   listed alphabetically


Basic Bead Stringing
Level: Beginner

Learn how to lay out your design, string, and finish off so you can create your own necklaces and bracelets.  A lesson on design elements is also covered.  The kit includes ingredients to make a bracelet, and the tutorial which also covers basic crimping, folded crimping, and finishing with clamshell bead tips.  If you want to learn how to make a multi-strand piece, check out the Torsade Necklace.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, sterling silver findings (clasp, soldered jump rings, twisted crimps, spacers), steel bead stringing wire, beads. 

Note: If you want to make a mother's bracelet (pictured at right), I suggest Swarovski crystal beads in birthstone colors and sterling silver alphabet beads. Please email me with the name(s) and birth month(s) for a price quote on a Mother's Bracelet Kit (pictured at right). 

Tools Needed: Chain-nose pliers, wire cutters or nail clippers, design board, crimping tool (optional).  Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $20

Booster Pack $15

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $5

 $5        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Beaded Branches
Level: Beginner

Make a pin and barrette with delicate beaded flowers and leaf branches.  Bonus instructions: learn how to create a necklace using this technique.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, pin back, barrette blank, wire, beads.

Tools Needed: Chain-nose pliers, wire cutters.  Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $35

Booster Pack $26

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $9

 $9        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Byzantine Chain Technique
Level: Beginner

This is a chain-maille technique of weaving jump rings together to form a chain. Great practice for opening and closing rings, and bracelets made with this technique roll beautifully on your wrist!

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, sterling silver jump rings & clasp, poking tool, wire handle. Enough materials are included to make an 8" bracelet.

Tools Needed: 2 pairs of chain-nose pliers (or 1 chain-nose and 1 flat-nose).   Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $48

Booster Pack - rings & clasp - $37 

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $7

 $7        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Caged Crystal Chain Weave
Level: Advanced

Add Swarovski sparkle to a chain-maille technique of weaving jump rings together.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, sterling silver findings (jump rings, clasp, twisted crimps), Swarovski crystals (black), steel bead stringing wire.

Tools Needed: 2 pairs of chain-nose pliers (or 1 chain-nose and 1 flat-nose), large paperclip.  Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $47

Booster Pack $40

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $7

The PDF (electronic) Tutorial is available on Etsy

 

Crystal Balls
Level: Beginner

Make spheres of sparkling crystals to hang from earrings or act as a "beaded bead" for stringing.  A great technique for earrings to accompany the Puffy Heart pattern.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, Swarovski crystals, monofilament (illusion cord), sterling silver earwires & headpins. Enough materials are included to make a pair of color-gradient earrings and 6 additional crystal balls to string like beads.

Tools Needed: GS Hypo Cement, round-nose pliers, wire cutters, chain-nose pliers.  Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $30

Booster Pack $25 

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $5

The PDF (electronic) Tutorial is available on Etsy

 

Double Helix Bracelet
Level: Advanced

Chock full of wire links to add to your repertoire: Love Knot (Danish Knot), Easy Link, Double Helix, Triangle Spiral, Twisted-Wire Horseshoe, Infinity Link, and Seahorse Clasp.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, sterling silver wire in various gauges, copper practice wire.  Janice Berkebile Vortex bracelet, debra danyi mystic coil bracelet, lynne merchant

Tools Needed: Round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, wire cutters, ball-peen hammer & steel bench block, pens and markers to use as mandrels. Optional: Multi-Strand Wire Twister or electric drill.  Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $72

Booster Pack $60

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $12

The PDF (electronic) Tutorial is available on Etsy

 

Earring Basics
Level: Beginner

Learn to make chandelier, cluster, simple drop, and briolette wrap earrings using simple and wrapped loops.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, sterling silver findings (chandelier earring components, headpins, chain, earwires, wire), beads.

Tools Needed: Chain-nose pliers, round-nose pliers, wire cutters.   Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $30

Booster Pack $25

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $5

 $5        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Flat Snake Weave
Level: Intermediate

A variation of European 4-in-1, this chainmaille technique makes a wide, flat band for a watch or a bracelet.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, sterling silver jump rings, sterling silver clasp. Enough materials are included to make an 8" bracelet.

Tools Needed: 2 pairs of chain-nose pliers (or 1 chain-nose and 1 flat-nose), large paperclip.  Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $69

Booster Pack $62

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $7

 $7        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Freeform Wire Cuff
Level: Intermediate

This bracelet is what you make of it!  Two patterns are included: organic  and geometric.  Your design can also be embellished with beads from your own collection.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, wire (sterling silver and copper), templates. The kit includes enough wire to make a silver bracelet and a copper bracelet.

Tools Needed: Chain-nose pliers, round-nose pliers, wire cutters, notebook and pencil for designing, ball-peen hammer, steel bench block.   Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $41

Booster Pack $34

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $7

 $7        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Illusion & Organza Necklaces
Level: Beginner

These airy, lightweight necklaces use a scattering of beads to add interest. How do I get the beads to stay in place?  How do I get the beads on the ribbon?  I'll teach you.  You'll also learn to finish off with a professional closure using cones. 2 necklace kits in 1!

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, sterling silver findings (clasps, cones, jump rings, clamshells, & wire), monofilament, beads, organza ribbon.

Tools Needed: Chain-nose pliers, round-nose pliers, wire cutters, sharp scissors, knotting tweezers, GS Hypo Cement.  Click here for Tool Catalog  floating bead necklace multistrand

Kit $57

Booster Pack - Illusion $22

Booster Pack - Organza $30

Tutorial (printed & mailed to you -- covers both Illusion & Organza) $5

 $5        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Link Bracelet
Level: Beginner

Intimidated by wire?  This is a great class to get your feet wet.  You'll learn how to make simple & wrapped loops, as well as a hook clasp.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, sterling silver wire and daisy spacers, practice wire, beads.

Tools Needed: Chain-nose pliers, round-nose pliers, wire cutters.   Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $22

Booster Pack $17

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $5

 $5        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Parallel Chain
Level: Beginner

This is a chain-maille technique of weaving jump rings together to form a chain. Great practice for opening and closing rings, and it makes a lightweight design.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, jump rings, sterling silver clasp. You have the choice of all sterling or goldfill & sterling. Enough materials are included to make an 8" bracelet.

Tools Needed: 2 pairs of chain-nose pliers (or 1 chain-nose and 1 flat-nose).   Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit - All Sterling $40

Booster Pack - All Sterling $33

Kit - Sterling & Goldfill $49

Booster Pack - Sterling & Goldfill $42

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $7

 $7        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Princess Pillow Pendant
Level: Intermediate

Sparkly and square like a princess-cut diamond, this woven crystal pendant is made WITHOUT threading a needle and can be worn straight or on the bias.  Check out the Crystal Balls kit for coordinating earrings.  puffy square pattern, Swarovski square pattern, crystal square, pattern

Materials Included In Kit:
Instructions, Swarovski crystals (email me if you want me to order a specific color), monofilament, 16-inch sterling silver omega chain.

Tools Needed: GS Hypo Cement.  Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $47

Booster Pack $34

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $13

 $13        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Puffy Heart Pendant  Swarovski Puffy Heart Pattern, Crystal Puffy Heart Pattern
Level: Intermediate

Weave together Swarovski crystals with this Puffy Heart Pattern (and WITHOUT threading a needle) to make this sparkly 3-D pendant.  Check out the Crystal Balls kit for coordinating earrings.  woven crystal heart pattern  free
Materials Included In Kit:
Instructions, Swarovski crystals (email me if you want me to order a specific color), monofilament, 16-inch sterling silver omega chain. Swarovski heart pattern, crystal heart pattern
Tools Needed:
GS Hypo Cement.  Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $36

Booster Pack $31

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $15

 $15        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Silk Knotting
Level: Intermediate

This multi-strand necklace features beads on silk cord held in place by knots and finished off professionally with cones.  Bonus instructions are included for making a knotted strand of pearls.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, silk cord with attached needle, sterling silver findings (cones, wire, clasp), beads.

Tools Needed: Beading awl or knotting tweezers, round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, wire cutters, glue (any kind, GS Hypo Cement recommended).  Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $37

Booster Pack $32

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $5

 $5        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Simple Loops - Free Tutorial
Level: Beginner

One of the most basic and useful wirework skills, simple loops can be used to make single-bead links (pictured here), earrings, and bracelet dangles.  The kit includes enough beads to make a linked necklace and coordinating earrings.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, beads, half-hard sterling silver wire, sterling silver findings (soldered jump rings, earwires, headpins, clasp).

Tools Needed: Round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, wire cutters, ruler.   Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $44 (no charge for instructions)

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you)  Free!

 Free!


 

Springy Links Bracelet
Level: Advanced

All kinds of links and dangles!  We will make springy links to form the bracelet chain, then embellish with fancy headpins, D-coils, caged beads, spirals, and more.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, sterling silver wire & headpins, beads.

Tools Needed: Round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, wire cutters, ball-peen hammer & steel bench block, thin pen or knitting needle (¼" thick) for a mandrel.   Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $91

Booster Pack $78

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $13

 $13        View Downloads in Cart  

 

Squiggle Bracelet
Level: Intermediate

Make this lightweight bangle with freeform swirls and a lampwork focal bead.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, sterling silver wire and rod, focal bead.

Tools Needed: Round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, wire cutters, ball-peen hammer & steel bench block, pens and markers to use as mandrels, water bottle or similar object to use for shaping.   Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $31

Booster Pack $24

1x3mm sterling silver rod $6

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $7

 $7        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Topsy-Turvy Bracelet
Level: Intermediate

Wire going this way and that, here and there, to create a stunning showpiece. Please note: Working with these techniques in heavy-gauge wire puts the "work" in wirework, so you might want to get your feet wet with the Link Bracelet if you haven't worked with wire before.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, copper and sterling silver wire, lampwork beads, large sterling silver jump rings.

Tools Needed: Round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, flat-nose pliers or second set of chain-nose pliers, wire cutters, ball-peen hammer & steel bench block, pens and markers to use as mandrels.   Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $89

Booster Pack $76

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $13

 $13        View Downloads in Cart  

 

Torsade Necklace
Level: Beginner

This technique takes the mystery out of keeping multiple strands twisted together without having to braid the strands or twist the necklace each time you put it on.  You'll also learn to finish off with a professional closure using cones.  The Basic Bead Stringing instructions are included in this tutorial, so if you've never learned how to string beads securely, I'll show you.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, 3 strands of freshwater pearls or semiprecious stones, sterling silver findings (clasp, soldered jump rings, twisted crimps, cones), 20 gauge sterling silver wire for finishing, steel bead stringing wire.

Tools Needed: Round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, wire cutters, large paper clip, design board, bead clamps or alligator clips. 

Kit $75

Booster Pack $70

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $5

 $5        View Downloads in Cart  

 

Viking Bezel Pendant
Level: Advanced (suggested prerequisite: Viking Knit Woven Chain)

Ever wonder what to do with stones without holes? This tutorial uses the same technique as the Viking Knit Woven Chain to make a mesh bezel for a cabochon. 

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, fine and sterling silver wire, cabochon, 18" sterling silver chain.

Tools Needed: Round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, wire cutters.  Click here for Tool Catalog.

Kit $45

Booster Pack $36

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $9

The PDF (electronic) Tutorial is available on Etsy

 

Viking Knit Woven Chain
Level: Intermediate

Sometimes called Viking Weave or Viking Chain, this is constructed by weaving wire around a mandrel and is finished by pulling it through a draw plate and adding cones for a professional finish. The chain style is based on ancient Viking and Indian patterns and is perfect for making a cord for bracelets and necklaces.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, sterling and fine silver wire, clasp, cones, craft wire, mandrel, and wooden drawplate.

Tools Needed: Chain-nose pliers, round-nose pliers, wire cutters, old credit card or gift card.  Click here for Tool Catalog.

Necklace Kit $66   (includes enough 28-gauge wire to double-weave an 18" necklace)

Necklace Booster Pack $39   (wire, clasp, and cones)

Bracelet Kit $62   (includes enough 26-gauge wire to single-weave a bracelet)

Bracelet Booster Pack $35   (wire, clasp, and cones)

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $9

The PDF (electronic) Tutorial is available on Etsy

 

Wire Crochet
Level: Intermediate

Learn how to make multi-strand necklaces using the most basic of crochet stitches and finish off professionally with cones.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, fine silver wire and sterling silver findings (wire,  cones, clasp), beads.

Tools Needed: crochet hook (4-8mm), round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, wire cutters.   Click here for Tool Catalog.
 

Kit $37

Booster Pack $32

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $5

 $5        View Downloads in Cart    

 

Woven Crystal Bracelet
Level: Beginner

Lots of sparkle coming from these Swarovski florets!  This is a delicate and lightweight design that looks more difficult than it is.  The pattern accommodates a variety of beads for different looks.

Materials Included In Kit: Instructions, beads, monofilament, clasp, jump rings, 2 clamshells.

Tools Needed: Chain-nose pliers, scissors or nail clippers, GS Hypo Cement.  Click here for Tool Catalog.
 

Kit $23

Booster Pack $18

Printed Tutorial (mailed to you) $5

 $5        View Downloads in Cart    

 

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Tools
I provide these for sale for your convenience at the price I pay for them.

Chain-Nose Pliers


Use these for gripping and bending wire.

$9  T100

Coiling Gizmo


Make tube coils, kuchi coil beads, or coil wire to make jump rings.

$9  T104

Beading Awl


Place those silk knots exactly where you want them.

$2.65  T108

Round-Nose Pliers


Use these for maing loops.

$9  T101

Ball-Pein Chasing Hammer



A polished head keeps your work shiny, and the ball side adds texture.

$14.50  T105

Knotting Tweezers



These needle tips are great for removing or placing knots on silk.

$3.25  T109

Flat-Nose Pliers



Use these for gripping wire.

$9  T102

Steel Bench Block



Use this to support your work and maximize your hammering.

$24.75  T106

Multi-Strand Wire Twister



Make your own twisted wire to enhance your wirework.

$11  T110

Wire Cutters  



These cut through thick wire efficiently and give a cleaner cut than regular side cutters.

$9  T103

 

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Crochet Hook


 

$2  T107

GS Hypo Cement



Jewelry glue that won't flood your bead holes.  Precise needle applicator.

$4.50  T111

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