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Wooden beads are perfect for creating natural, rugged looking jewelry or key chains for men. Accessories made with natural materials such as hemp, shells and beads have become more popular with...
The history of horsehair art dates to the mid-1800s, when prisoners with time to work on long projects adopted the time-consuming art. Prisons in Montana, Arizona, Wyoming and Washington State...
Creating a string bracelet is effortless; simple and delicate as a basic plait or more complicated with distinctive knotting techniques such as Chinese staircase. Materials include natural or dyed...
Making bracelets out of plastic strands, also known as lanyard, is an easy arts and crafts project to take on. You can make bracelets to wear or share them with others as personalized friendship...
Hemp jewelry is easy and inexpensive to make, requiring only hemp cord, beads and an optional finishing clasp. A hemp choker can be made using a simple, basic knot or a more complicated system of...
Crocheted necklaces have gone in and out of fashion over the years. The word necklace literally means "lace for the neck." As early as medieval times, women and men wore handmade lace collars that...
Braided lanyards, a popular craft from summer camp, are coming into the mainstream as ID and name badges become more present in schools and workplaces. It's easy to make a customized, colorful...
A multistrand beaded necklace is a beaded necklace with more than one bead strand on the same clasp. The strands can be different lengths so they sit above one another when worn, or they can be...
You could string beads on a piece of hemp the same as you would with any other stringing material (thread or wire) to create a necklace. However, incorporating macramé knots into your design...
Friendship bracelets are crafts children of all ages love to make. These are simple and inexpensive and can provide hours of amusement. Kids have been making friendship bracelets for decades,...
Spiral rope necklaces are those necklaces that contain a rope-like texture and are usually made from either rope or hemp twine. They are extremely fashionable in tropical, beach areas, especially...
Making stuff out of old t-shirts is fun and sometimes hard. This project doesnt require complicated steps. Its easy fun and you can also add extra stuff like beads, different knots and colors.
Beading is one of the most popular jewelry making techniques. You can make stunning beaded necklaces, bracelets, rings and even watches. Creating a bead watch mostly consist of making bead...
If you and your friends want to make each other friendship bracelets or anklets heres how to make some fast and easy!
Cross, square, slip hitch, butterfly, sailor, love, and spiral---these are just a few types of knots used to make knotted bracelets. Knotted bracelets are made by using a technique called...
Bracelets can be made using embroidery string. This string is very inexpensive and can be found at any craft store. If you know how to tie a knot you can make a bracelet out of string. They don't...
Making a beaded watch band is one of the simplest projects and a great place to start your journey into jewelry making. It has as many possibilities as the imagination can create and allows you to...
Braided jewelry is one of the most popular jewelry-making crafts. Jewelry braiding provides an inexpensive, yet creative way to create your own jewelry. Moreover, there are many materials you can...
Making friendship bracelets never seems to go out of style. Year after year I still see children and even adults wearing these homemade bracelets. It can be a fun activity for you and your child...
Hemp is a natural fiber that can be used to make attractive bracelets, necklaces and other jewelry. Crafters can create different designs by changing the beads, the type of knots used and the...
Show your friends you care by creating simple and beautiful bracelets from embroidery floss. These bracelets make great gifts or even a sales opportunity. You can also keep them flat and use them...
Twine necklaces are rope-like necklaces that are popular among home jewelry makers. These necklaces are usually sold in gift shops, especially along the beach. They are most frequently worn in the...
If you are a beginning beader it may be confusing on which type of wire to use for each project. Beading wire is available in many finishes including stainless steel, sterling silver, gold plated...
Create a pretty seed bead bracelet with multiple strands of tiny colorful beads. Since these beads are so small, 10 or more strands are needed to make a stunning bracelet. Mix and match colors or...
Safety pin bracelets are fun crafts that people of all ages will enjoy. This stunning bracelet is made with safety pins and beautiful fake pearls. The perk to this project is that you can have a...
This is a fun and easy braided bracelet to make. Unlike many bracelets made with braiding cord, this project uses four strands of cord rather than the usual three strands. This bracelet looks best...
Has the beading bug bitten you? Why not make your next project a fashionable twisted bead necklace. You may want to use an assortment of the beads you have, or head off to the bead store for a new...
Spiral beaded necklaces are a simple project that can vary from colorful and fun to sophisticated and elegant. These lovely necklaces are made of several strings of beads wound around each other...
Making an authentic, and attractive looking Native American choker isn't that hard to do. You can make chokers of any size and width. Just follow these steps:
Braided bracelets are the most basic form of the friendship bracelet or anklet that people give, share and wear. This is a very easy craft that even young children can accomplish with supervision.
Spiral necklaces are chunky, fun and flirty, and very simple to create. All you need is some time and some simple materials, and you can produce a jewelry piece that's sure to catch everybody's eye.
This is a fun project that allows you to be as creative as you like with the decorative item you choose to feature. That item can be anything that you can thread six jute or hemp cords through....
A bead curtain is nothing but a horizontal rod with several strands of plastic beads hanging from it. There is no special craft or art that goes into building one, and anyone can put one together....
Beading has taken off as a craft and has led to many hobbyists turning professional. If you work at home beading, sell jewelry, or just like to make beaded jewelry, then you probably want to buy...
Hemp can be made into many useful materials. The thread or yarn can be made into sturdy jewelry alone or with beads. Once you decide on a pattern or design, the main necklace is easy going. ...
Hemp has been used for making many things, including paper, clothing, rope and even food. Hemp can also be made into bracelets by taking strands of hemp twine, which can usually be purchased at...
Women love the feel of a light wire necklace. The beads and crystals on the light wire necklace will appear to be floating around your neck. Crystals and beads that are clustered together in...
Friendship necklaces are easy to make and fun to share. To make a friendship necklace, you can tie any style of knot you enjoy making and find pretty to look at. Embellish your friendship...
Braiding isn't just for hair. You can braid string, rope or even bread. Read on to learn a few basic techniques for braiding that will work with anything stranded.
Making a friendship bracelet is a fun way to pass the time and, as the name implies, it makes a great gift to give friends. You can make all kinds of friendship bracelets, but the most common...
You can finish your hemp jewelry a few different ways, but adding a bead that your loop can hook around is the easiest and most popular method. Ending with a pretty bead is a way to give your...
The key to creating a great piece of hemp jewelry is all in the preparation. If you are new to hemp jewelry making, plan on spending some extra time with practice hemp strands until you get the...
Adding a bead to an alternating knot hemp bracelet may appear challenging, but it's pretty easy once you get the hang of it. Your finished piece will look lacy. You can add to the effect by...
Stringing beads to a hemp jewelry piece makes it sparkle. The last thing you want is to have the focal point of your masterpiece end up looking like it was an afterthought. Here's how to continue...
Adding beads into hemp jewelry may appear a little complicated, but there are some basic things you can do to achieve a polished beaded look with hemp. Here's how to properly add a second bead to...
Inexpensive and easy to work with, hemp jewelry is perfect for the beginning crafter. Once you master the basics, you can enjoy a fun new hobby and make custom bracelets to wear or give away to...
If you've ever worked with hemp jewelry before, you know that you can easily ruin a piece at the very end of the project. Once you cut off the ends of the strings, redoing knots and reworking the...
Add some pizazz to your look by making a multiple strand beaded necklace. You don't have to be experienced in jewelry making or crafts to make your own necklace. With the right supplies and tools,...
Knotted- thread jewelry, sometimes referred to as friendship rings, bracelets or necklaces, are a childhood reminder. Childhood is also where the skill for such a craft usually remains. Refresh an...
Jewelry making is a very popular and relaxing pastime, allowing individuals to express their personal style through wearable art. When you are ready to move beyond the single strand of beads...