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Swarovski Trio of Opulent Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Modified from designs created by Swarovski's Create Your Style Design Team. February 2022 update: We still have many of the baroque pearls from Swarovski's 2020 launch in stock, and they're awes ...

Swarovski Emerald Eye Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Modified from a design created by Swarovski's Create Your Style Design Team Designer Tips Using the 1.5mm plier punch, or the smaller (silver) side of the 2-hole punch, make 6 holes in ...

Swarovski Crystal Candy Corn Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: The Swarovski Crystal design teamDesigner TipsCut wire into two equal pieces 18" long.Load onto one piece of wire: 13 Swarovski XILION Beads in Sunflower. Moving 6 beads off to one side, ...

Pearl Wraparound Swarovski Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Swarovski's Create Your Style Design TeamDesigner TipsUsing one head pin, slide on one 5844 10mm elongated baroque pearl, make a simple loop and set aside. Repeat 29 more times and set as ...

Kilauea Nights Earring Tutorial(Post)

This stunning earrings project combines Swarovski queen baguette crystals with cascades of wrapped loop dangles and stylish Nina Designs earring hooks. The bicone bead dangles highlight the tones tha ...

Oval Constellation Pendant Tutorial(Post)

Make this constellation pendant with crystal head pins and ball-end head pins for different sizes of stars, using Swarovski Ceralun Ceramic Epoxy Clay.Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsBegin ...

Constellation Pendulum Pendant Tutorial(Post)

Make this constellation pendant with crystal head pins and ball-end head pins for different sizes of stars, using Swarovski Ceralun Ceramic Epoxy Clay.Created by: Sondra BarringtonDesigner TipsBegin ...

Extra Briolicious Necklace Tutorial(Post)

These sparkling, shimmering beads are beautiful and easy to use. This doesn't really count as a tutorial... really I just bought one of each color and strung them on a sleek black choker. I can trade ...

Tiny Dancer Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Valorie Nygaard-PouzarDesigner TipsMake a pile of crystal dangles with head pins and crystal beads - as many as you feel like making. For these earrings I made 12 dangles for each earring ...

Independence Day Fireworks Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Mix & match your favorite shades of red, white and blue -- we used Siam, Light Siam, Alabaster, Opal, Sapphire and Capri, but linked in a few other shades below as well.Created by: Polly Nobbs-La ...

Crystal Tree Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Designer TipsAdd a smoky quartz cube bead to the head pin, then add the largest fern green margarita bead, then 1 each of the rest of the margarita beads in decreasing size order, and top with the me ...

Flores de Muertos Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUse 4 of each color crystal to create 28 wrapped loop crystal dangles.This finished length is 8.5". Use larger or smaller jump rings to adjust the length.Free ...

Lotus Drop Earring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsCut approx. 2" of wire and make a simple loop or wire-wrapped loop at one end, but add the lotus flower charm before closing loop. Add 2 glass O beads, a crystal ...

Crescent Moon Hoop Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsPlan your crystal bead pattern. My pattern has 8 crystal beads per earring and goes from dark to light, creating a subtle blue ombre.Use a cup bur tool to softe ...

Forest of Wine Charms Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Swarovski's Create Your Style Design TeamDesigner TipsString onto one head pin: 1 - 4mm cube bead, 1 - 10mm #3700,>3700,>3700,>3700, 1 - 8mm #3700,>3700,>3700,>3700, 1 - ...

Passion Play Toursade Tutorial(Post)

Created by: The Swarovski Crystal CREATE YOUR STYLE Design TeamDesigner TipsCut stringing cable into three 24"" pieces.Add a bead stopper to one end of a 24"" stringing cable. Slide on one 4mm 5328 C ...

4th of July Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsCenter a stone in a setting and gently squeeze prongs in (with your fingers or pliers) working from opposite sides to keep the stone centered. Once the prong ...

Fat Tuesday Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Tiffany White Designer Tips Assemble all glass, brass and pearl beads on head pins. (Use round glass beads or Swarovski crystal beads, or both.) Secure with wrapped loops.Attach ...

Summer Blues Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Design by Create Your Style team at Swarovski North America.Although these weren't designed with September in mind, the colors are perfect for September birthstone jewelry.Designer TipsAdd one 4mm li ...

Egyptian Sun Earring Tutorial(Post)

Learn how to make earrings that shine like the sun, with beautiful Swarovski crystal scarab beads and crystal Sahara suns!Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner Tips Gold-fill items keep their shine for a ...

Blushing Bride Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Delicate-looking filigree bead caps give this memory-wire bracelet the crowning touch. Created by: Rita Hutchinson Designer TipsAdd bead caps to each end of (2) 8mm fine rocks tubes and str ...

Pretty in Pink Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: The Swarovski Design Team Designer TipsFor best way to open and close loops, see Jump Ring Hint in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF). Suggested Supplies1 6-pack #02-088-34-182  ...

Retro Tree Earrings Tutorial(Post)

The metallic glint of silver shade Margarita sew-ons reminds me of the retro aluminum Christmas trees of years gone by. I mixed up the crystals with TierraCast Bead caps, which echo the shape of a tr ...

Interchangeable Constellation Bangle Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Create sparkling constellation jewelry in an hour, using minimal supplies and Swarovski Ceralun Ceramic Epoxy Clay, Crystal Clay, or your favorite epoxy clay. This quick-change bracelet form allows y ...

Promise Pin Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie Valente Designer TipsUse 26-gauge wire to lash the beads to the pin back.Cut the chain into two pieces: 5-1/2" and 6-1/2" in length.Use 6mm jump rings to attach the chain to the pi ...

Fire Cracker Crystal Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

With this Fire Cracker bracelet, there is NO CHANCE you will not stand out at any Independence Day gathering, even with social distancing. This exquisite piece of jewelry is very easy to make, but it ...

Tahitian DeLite Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsCarefully set prongs over the stones using flat-nose pliers. (Nylon jaw pliers can help prevent chipping or scratching.) For step-by-step instructions, see l ...

Wedding Doves Necklace and Earring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rings & Things StaffDesigner TipsThis symmetrically designed necklace has a finished length of 17". For a different length, adjust the amount of beads, bead caps and stringing cable a ...

Costa Rica Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Swarovski's Create Your Style Design TeamDesigner TipsIf using the bulk cable chain, measure desired length, use 2 pairs of chain-nose pliers to open link at desired length, attach one en ...

Lu Star Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: The Swarovski Crystal CREATE YOUR STYLE Design TeamDesigner TipsUsing one eye pin, attach one Chinese Lu Charm to the bottom.Slide on one 6mm gold bicone crystal, one 10mm Rouge pearl, an ...

Fringe Lily Earrings Tutorial(Post)

The patina on the tiny Swarovski crystal rivoli pendants is hard to see in the photo, but adds a subtle, very pretty effect when these earrings are worn.Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCut 2 ...

October Hoop Earrings Tutorial(Post)

This design uses light rose Swarovski crystals, perfect for an October birthstone gift, but could be easily modified to use any birthstone color. Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUsing 26-gaug ...

Fit for a Queen Ring Tutorial(Post)

This simple project features crystal rivoli stones and 1-time adjustable ring blanks with a bezel setting. Created by: Amy Mickelson Steps to Make These RingsWhile most colors of Swarovski ...

October Ombre Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsTexture and stamp the sterling heart with ribbon design stamp. New to metal stamping? See step-by-step instructions in our free Metal Stamping 101 PDF.Apply st ...

Red, White and Blue Sterling Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsCenter a stone in a setting and gently squeeze prongs in (with your hands or pliers) working from opposite sides to keep the stone centered. Once the prongs ...

Jet Scarab Copper Ring Tutorial(Post)

Depending on the beads you use, this quick and easy unisex design can go from frilly and feminine to macho and masculine.  Created by: Michelle Horning   Designer TipsFor step-by-step instr ...

Lotus Mom - Birthstone Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Make this fast, easy Lotus MOM bracelet for Mother's Day, or any time you need a last-minute jewelry project that says: "We Love You, Mom!"  Created by: Rings & Things Staff   Designer ...

Twilight Earrings Tutorial(Post)

The Swarovski crystal cushion square in Heliotrope is not always available, but we love this simple, versatile project design -- and Amethyst AB is so pretty, that we've linked in some alternate sugg ...

Basketball Finals - DIY Team Colors Bracelet(Post)

C'est La Vie Finals BraceletWhether you defy history, or regularly make history, we've got your colors -- over 80 colors to choose from, and a nice variety of frame setting options.Created by: Polly ...

September Sky Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Sapphire and sterling silver are a perfect combination. This September birthstone pairing features mini-sized Swarovski crystal briolette pendants, small sterling-silver crescent-moon connector charm ...

Shining Stars Lashed Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie Valente Designer Tips For a version of this project with step-by-step images, check out Mollie's How to make Lashed Kidney Wire Earrings blog post.Choose two matchin ...

Red Currant Road Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: The Swarovski Crystal CREATE YOUR STYLE Design Team   Designer TipsUsing alcohol, clean off all the links and set aside to dry.Using one 10mm 4470 Scarlet fancy stone, glue into matc ...

Subtle Sparkle Earrings Tutorial(Post)

These earrings are extremely light weight, but provide a lot of impact. Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCut chain to desired length. I used two sections of 2" and two sections of 2.5"To easil ...

Red, White and Blue Sparklers Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Need a little patriotic sparkle? This sweet bracelet is a brilliant red, white and blue sparkler for your wrist on Independence Day or any time of year. Bonus: it's easy to swap out the charms for ot ...

Crystal Angel Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Designer TipsAdd a cone bead (wide side first) to a head pin. Next add a wing bead, round crystal bead, and the rhinestone wheel bead (halo).Make a simple loop at the top of the head pin. For best wa ...

Love Lifted Me - Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Supplies listed will make a 7"" bracelet from end to end.Created by: the Swarovski Create Your Style Design TeamDesigner TipsAttach an approximately 5mm jump ring to the Spiral Heart charm and set as ...

Frippery Soldered Frame Pendant Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Cindy MorrisDesigner TipsChoose 2 pieces of glass from the package and clean.NOTE: this design was created with 1.25" square glass, which is no longer available. 1" and 22mm replacements ...

Springtime Blues Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsApply a dab of Loctite gel to Swarovski Setting and place rivoli stone inside. Place on a level surface to dry (if you can find a flat Styrofoam remnant, press ...

Chasing the Golden Moon Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCut 2 lengths of wire, each about 30" long. You want enough to lash all the crystals, but not so much that the wire is in the way.Anchor 26-gauge wire to the h ...

Satsuma Surprise Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Designer TipsUsing alcohol wipes, clean all the settings and set aside to dry.Using one flatback stone, glue into one setting and set aside for 24 hours to dry. Repeat 5 more times.Using one jump rin ...

A Ring A Day...(Post)

A ring a day keeps the doctor away: Chase the winter blues away with this trio of tropical colored rings!Designer TipsUsing the ring finding, place one fancy stone inside setting. Using nylon-jaw pli ...

Botanical Bird Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsFollow wire-wrapped loop instructions in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF) to create wire-wrapped link sections with the crystal beads. Be sure to add the various compone ...

Go Zags - March Madness Bracelet(Post)

Created by: Summer Melaas   Designer TipsStamp the tag with 3mm letter stamps. For longer team names, use a larger tag or smaller set of stamps. See Metal Stamping 101 for detailed stamping inst ...

DIY Adjustable Bangle Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

This style of bracelet is a great one-size-fits-all design. OK, so technically the same bracelet size won't fit both a petite 6-year-old and a Samoan warrior, but odds are that you can determine one ...

April Love - Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Sondra Barrington How can I customize thee? Let me count the ways...  Designer Tips  Chain bracelets adorned with a simple heart charm continue to be popular. The sterling silve ...

Sparkling Soiree Wine Charms Tutorial(Post)

InstructionsMake simple beaded loops using the 2" eye pins and 10-18mm beads of your choice - see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF) for step-by-step instructions on making loops on head and eye pins.Using the ...

Sparkling Squares Earring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsPlace a crystal stone into the setting. Use a burnishing tool to gently press the bezel down on all sides of the crystal. Use the burnisher to smooth all sides o ...

Ultra Simple Blue Rivoli Earrings Tutorial(Post)

These sparkling earrings use only 3 components, and 2 common pairs of jewelry pliers (available individually or in a kit). Ultra Blue AB is a vivid blue coating added to a Swarovski rivoli crystal. 1 ...

Bermuda Triangle Earrings Tutorial(Post)

No mysteries here, just a simple design with a stunning color effect. Bermuda Blue, with its intense flashes of teal and deep blues, has been one of our favorites from Swarovski since we first added ...

Coeur de Paris Earring Tutorial(Post)

This project uses Swarovski crystals.Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsPlace flat back crystal hearts on a work surface with the flat side up.Mix two-part epoxy according to the package direction ...

Nesting Earrings Tutorial(Post)

This project is a great way to get started with wire, because it's very free form, and a bit of messiness is not only ok, it's actually recommended!Use your favorite oval beads - they can be pearls, ...

When the Day Met the Night(Post)

Created by: Tricia Van LeuvenShimming moonstone, sparkling Metallic Sunshine crystal, and Mystic Black pearls make a perfect set of jewelry for the next solar Eclipse. Try subbing malachite, azurite ...

Purple Haze Netted Ornament Cover Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsCreate a unique, beautiful netted Christmas ornament cover with size 11 seed beads, and Swarovski crystal pearls or your choice of accent beads and drops -- ...

Angel in Training Earring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsAdd crystals, angels wing beads and spacers to head pins and finish with a simple loop.Because the large end of the dome beads are concave, it can be tricky t ...

Gentle Souls Bracelet 3 Tutorial(Post)

As a graceful nod to the free-spirited Bohemian trend, we created a set of beautiful bracelets in softly muted hues: smoky quartz, warm gold, smoked topaz, antique brass, rose gold amber and iridesce ...

Square on Square Earrings Tutorial(Post)

The rounded corners of Swarovski's cushion square stone in Rose Water Opal crystal, gently echo the rounded corners of TierraCast's Flora square connector in these gently squared earrings.Created by: ...

Together Cause Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsString a bead cap, pastel pink pearl bead, and another bead cap onto the ball-end head pin and make a large wire-wrapped loop. Make the loop large enough, so t ...

Vintner Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Vintaj findings are designed to be alterable ... here's a fine example!Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsSlightly flatten the dome of the Vintaj bead cap. Bend 3 of the "legs" around the sides ...

12th Man Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Create a pair of sparkling earrings for your favorite football fan! These take just 5 minutes, and a few basic jewelry tools. No glue required, either!This pair of earrings features a "12" charm, but ...

Elegant Brass Drops Tutorial(Post)

Designer TipsCut the wire into two 1" pieces. Make a simple loop, slide on one 6mm bicone bead, and make a simple loop. For step-by-step instructions on making loops, and the best way to open and sec ...

Labor of Love Centerpiece(Post)

Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsSize and cut an image to fit the glass tile.Use a paintbrush to apply the Inkssentials™ Glossy Accents to seal and affix the image to back of the glass tile. Onc ...

Lady 12 - Go Hawks - Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Liz GrafDesigner TipsPlace your spacer beads, cobalt blue bicones, and peridot round crystals on the eye pin in order.Create (and close) your eye pin the opposite direction of the way the ...

Summer Rain Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsPlace a wire guard on the round link and crimp a 10-inch piece of flex wire through the wire guard (see Jewelry Basics 101 - PDF).String one each in this or ...

Springtime Serenade Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica Greenwood   Designer TipsPlace one 10mm crystal into one bezel setting and use needle nose pliers to gently bend prongs over crystal. Repeat for all five colors.Using the 24 ...

Sparkling Squares Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsPlace a crystal stone into the setting. Use a burnishing tool to gently press the bezel down on all sides of the crystal. Use the burnisher to smooth all sides o ...

Cardio Amour Wire Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie Valente Designer TipsFor illustrated step-by-step instructions for this necklace, please see the full Heartbeat Necklace Tutorial in our blog.Suggested Supplies 1 ea ...

Bermuda Crescent Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsCut 4 lengths of chain, each 4 links long.Use 4.5mm jump rings to attach chain to the top holes of the crescent link. For best way to open and close loops, see ...

Blue Valentines Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsPlace a Swarovski square cushion stone in the bezel setting. Firmly hold the bezel setting (or work on a rubber block). Use the burnisher to carefully push the ...

Forest Fairy Angel Earring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsAdd crystals, angel wing beads and spacers to head pins and finish with a simple loop. (See Making Earrings 101 below for instructions to make loops.)Because t ...

Green and Gold Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: The R&T Showroom TeamDesigner TipsPlace crystal stones in bezels, and carefully bend prongs down using fingers and/or nylon-jaw pliers.Add a large round jump ring to the football char ...

Baroque Beauty Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Designer TipsUsing one eye pin, slide on one 6mm 5328 bicone bead and make a simple loop. Repeat 30 more times and set aside. New to making jewelry? See Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Using an eye pin ...

Star Light Netted Ornament Cover Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsCreate a unique, beautiful netted Christmas ornament cover with size 11 seed beads, and Swarovski crystal pearls or your choice of accent beads and drops -- ...

Triple the Fun Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Swarovski's Create Your Style Design TeamDesigner TipsUsing alcohol wipes, clean both Palace Crimp Ends on the inside.Using the black suede lace, make a double overhand knot in the center ...

Beachcomber Glass Vial Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteFor step-by-step illustrated instructions to make this Beachcomber glass bottle treasure necklace, see our blog post: How to Make a Glass Vial NecklaceSuggested Supplies1 ea ...

Tangerine Sunrise Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer Melaas   Designer TipsCut 3" of 26g sterling silver wire. Add 5 Indicolite (dark turquoise) 3mm crystals to the middle of the wire. Use chain nose pliers and bend wire to a 90 ...

Tassel and Sparkle - Simple Charm Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Chain bracelets adorned with a simple charm continue to be popular. You can customize this design by using a different colored Swarovski rivoli stone, different styles of chain, or tassels made of di ...

Paisley Palette Pin Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer TipsFor best placement of the holes, make a template: Trace the outline of the paisley on a piece of paper (a Post-it® works great!), then use a pencil to sketc ...

Geometric Chevron Earrings Tutorial(Post)

These geometric, simplistic, edgy metallic long chain earrings feature double spike Swarovski crystals! The attention-grabbing, lightweight earrings look like a million bucks but, they are actually v ...

Golden Lotus Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsFor step-by-step instructions on crimping, wire wrapping and using jump rings, see Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF).Place a wire guard on the hammered round link.Crimp a ...

Dark Skies Enameled Pendant Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsUse dapping block to shape blank.After dapping, punch 1/16" hole using the smaller (silver) side of a EuroTool "helicopter" punch.Clean blank with penny brite ...

Sandra Leather Bracelet Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita Hutchinson   Designer TipsSqueeze out a few drops of patina (or your favorite metallic acrylic paint) on the craft sheet. Apply patina to the edges of the cuff, and then dry-bru ...

Shadow Angel Earring Tutorial(Post)

Note: this design originally used the (discontinued) Lilac Shadow color of dome bead. Suggested subs: Jet Black Large Dome, or Crystal AB Small Dome. Both are 11mm in diameter.Created by: Rita Hutchi ...

Carnival Queen Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer MelaasDesigner TipsPlace 10mm cushion square stone into setting, and use nylon-jaw or chain-nose pliers to gently flatten the prongs onto the stone. See tips in our blog, for best ...

Tangerine Ring Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsPlace the 12mm rivoli in the bezel setting.Using the nylon-jaw pliers, gently push the prongs down over the crystal, starting with the top left prong, next ...

Cerulean Seas Pendant Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsPlace 12mm rivoli in bezel setting and gently bend prongs over crystal using needle nose pliers.With a piece of 24-gauge wire, make a wrapped loop making su ...

Passage To India - Coin Earrings Tutorial(Post)

These verdigris coin earrings are a beautiful combination of metal and gemstones, with a hint of sparkle. This beginner project requires only a few basic jewelry-making tools and can be completed qui ...

Gypsy Dancer - Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsColorize the raw brass filigrees. (See Rings & Things blog post "Jewelry DIY - Colorizing Raw Brass Filigrees" for instructions.)Make a bead dangle and atta ...

Jewel of the Nile - Necklace Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Summer Melaas and Veronica GreenwoodDesigner TipsCut 4" from the center of the 20" chain.Cut the 4" piece in half so you have two 2" pieces.Use a jump ring to add the pear crystal to the ...

Aqua Flower Crystal Earrings Tutorial(Post)

Learn to make these sweet gold-filled chain tassel and link/hoop earrings, featuring Swarovski Edelweiss pendants, with parts that have been tested to work together!Created by: Tiffany WhiteDesigner ...

Fade To Black Crystal Pendant Tutorial(Post)

Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner Tips Arrange stones from lightest to darkest.Set first rivoli in top setting, pressing the bezel into place to hold the stone firm. Bending the bezel where the sec ...