New: July 12, 2018: TierraCast® Eastern Path Collection

Other recent collections from TierraCast:

• TierraCast® Worlds Away includes mini arrow, compass, hamsa and naja charms, plus stylish hoop components for collecting and wearing personal talismans.
• Botanical Birds: sweet, whimsical representations of birds and foliage, with the feel of springtime and that special quality of light falling through the patterns of branching trees.
• The Caravan Collection includes 12 mesmerizing new connectors, clasps and charms inspired by the architectural shapes of mosques and temples, and the rich tradition of henna artwork.
• The Spot and Whiskers collection is a fun assortment of cats, dogs, and related charms and links.
• Make life a little sweeter with 8 floral and nature-inspired links, beads, endcaps and buttons from TierraCast's Vida Más Dulce expansion of Dulce Vida {the sweet life}.
• Voyage out of this world, with January's Intermix link collection, featuring textured rounded shapes, reminiscent of the surface of the moon -- plus simple essentials for your journey: sturdy oval jump rings in 6 colors.
• TierraCast's Soulful Spirit Collection includes Flag, Baule and Lotus beads, embodying three strong jewelry making themes: geometric shapes, global influences, and the bohemian gypsy spirit, as well as charm settings for 10mm cushion square crystals (Swarovski's cushion squares are available in over 50 colors)!
• Previous collections include the classic Celtic Collection, as well as Make a Statement, Strength & Beauty, It's All About You, Your Team, You Love, and You Too!

All of these collections feature the high quality lead-free pewter and attention to details that TierraCast is known for. ♥

Swarovski Spring/ Summer 2019 Innovations - launched February 1, 2018

Spring/ Summer 2019 Innovations are in stock and ready to ship! Be the first to experiment with the new Spike beads, Classic-Cut pendant, Emerald-Cut link, or Majestic Blue, Iridescent Dove Grey and new Siny LacquerPRO colors for Spring and Summer. While you're here, also check out Swarovski's other recent launches:
Fall/Winter 2018/19 Innovations include the fancy Eye stone, innovative "Growing Crystal" pendants, Scarlet, and an expanded selection of Shimmer crystal.
Spring/Summer 2018 Innovations include Iridescent Blue pearls, Shimmer flatbacks, flatback Skulls in 3 sizes, and sparkling Rivolis and Cushion Square stones in brilliant spring and summer LacquerPRO colors.
Fall/Winter 2017/18 items include the stunning color Crystal Rainbow Dark, sparkling Pave Eye pendants, Tribal Cross pendants, male and female Gender Symbols, and luxurious LacquerPRO colors of Rivolis and Cushion Square stones. ♥

Find the Right Jewelry & Craft Supplies for Your Projects:

Enjoy one-stop shopping with our selection of jewelry findings, chain, Swarovski crystals, charms & pendants, beads, gemstone beads & pearls, cord, wire, enameling supplies, displays, tools, and more. From base-metal jewelry supplies to beading wire, leather, sterling silver, gift boxes and much more, you'll find essential basics for jewelry making and crafts, plus innovative new products and Rings & Things exclusives! Not only that, you'll get personalized service from a small company with community and global consciousness. Looking for a gift for a creative person, but not sure what they'll want? How about a gift certificate?

Favorites and major new launches are here on our home page, and all 20,000(ish) of our jewelry-making supplies are organized by category in the SHOP tab (in the gray Nav bar near the top of every page). If you prefer, shop by brand, or use the search box at the top of each page to search by item name, the first 4 or 5 digits of the item number, or a few key words like blue enamel or adjustable bracelet. When you find an interesting item, click into the product's details to check the "Related Products" tab for similar items or helpful related jewelry supplies.

If you're using a mobile device, do you know about the "hamburger" menu? It's the 3 stacked lines in the gray bar near the top of the screen, and most mobile devices "sandwich" the navigation menu (like our SHOP | LEARN | NEW ARRIVALS links) into the "hamburger" menu. ☆

Rivets and Eyelets

Find out the differences between the various types of rivets and eyelets, and which tools work best for setting rivets and eyelets in leather, metal, and mixed materials. Do you have questions about jewelry riveting? Sign up for our newsletter -- on Fridays we usually send jewelry-making tutorials and tips, plus you can reply with your jewelry-making questions (even if they aren't about the exact topics in the newsletter). ♥

Custom Metal-Stamped Jewelry Remains Hot!

Personalized jewelry with special dates, symbols and hand-stamped names and initials is easier than you think! Visit our Metal Stamping 101 page to learn how to use metal-stamping tools such as letter and number stamps, design stamps, hole punches and metal stamping hammers. Check out the differences between the various gauges of metal stamping blanks, to see which gauge of metal stamping blanks is best for your style of jewelry on our Metal Stamping Tools and Supplies page. Add birthstones, zodiac stones and chakra colors for even more customization! ☆

Make Jewelry that Moves with Tassels

Tassels continue to be hot jewelry components in 2018, and you'll find a great variety right here! Leather tassels are ready-made with an end cap that's easy to attach to purse clips, bohemian necklaces, and a lot more. Chain tassels are also ready-made and easy to attach, making your DIY life a breeze! Plus, you can make your own tassels with Beadalon® tassel cord and TierraCast Cord Ends. Shop a full array of jewelry tassels here at Rings & Things! ♥

Road Show Update

We aren't currently driving beads to the 4 corners of the United States, but we do ship gemstone beads anywhere, and we have a few trunk show & gemstone bead shows scheduled for the NorthWest! Sign up for our mailing list to receive updates on shows and weekly sales. If you're in the Washington/ Idaho/ Montana/ British Columbia area, be sure to select "NW Bead Shows" when you sign up! ☆