Free Projects : chain

Clever Connections Necklace

Tricia G. — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:21:00 GMT

Companion to Katie’s Beading Secrets, Beadwork, December 2009/January 2010.
Custom focals made with resin are heartfelt gifts at any time of year. Dip into your paper-crafting stash to make each one as unique as its recipient. Colorful glass beads and peyote-stitched rings combine with metal chain to complete the handmade look.
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Glass Whimsy

Erin Carey — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 07:03:00 GMT

This vibrant necklace was created using hollow Lampworked glass beads, disk beads, silver wire and a beautiful silver chain. The vivid color yet simplicity of this piece would be an asset to any jewlery box and would be a great project for beginners. Originally published in Creative Jewelry, 2009.
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Sweetheart

Michelle M. — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 09:11:00 GMT

While playing with ideas for bridesmaids' jewelry for her upcoming wedding, Abbie made this lovely necklace with pink glass, freshwater rice pearls, black cable chain, a heart-shaped sterling silver toggle clasp, and a pink glass briolette with a bail for the center pendant. Pearls are always perfect for weddings, and the black chain and wire make the necklace both dramatic and romantic. This project was originally published in Stringing Spring 2005....(read more)

Sweet Leaves

Michelle M. — Fri, 15 May 2009 09:48:00 GMT

For an easy necklace perfect for everyday wear, simply attach leaf beads to oxidized chain. This web-exclusive project is from Stringing magazine. ...(read more)

Solstice by the Sea

Michelle M. — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 06:48:00 GMT

Have a favorite lampworked rondelle you don't know what to do with? Suspend it by chain and surround it with complementary beads as Andrew did! This project is from Stringing magazine....(read more)

Silver Swing

Michelle M. — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 13:05:00 GMT

Pearls, crystals, and silver beads spill out from two beautiful etched cones that are suspended from silver chain. This project is featured on the Beads, Baubles, and Jewels TV show, Series 800. You must register on the TV show website to download this free project. ...(read more)

Cerulean Falls

Michelle M. — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 09:55:00 GMT

JThis necklace is marked by a mixture of bluish gray stones cascading down a piece of chain that ends in a pretty flower pendant. And it’s as simple as it is stylish—just form six wrapped loops and open and close four jump rings—that’s it! This project is featured on the Beads, Baubles, and Jewels TV show, Series 800. You must register on the TV show website to download this free project....(read more)

Nan's Protective Necklace

Michelle M. — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 15:55:00 GMT

Jennifer created this necklace for a friend to give as a gift to his girlfriend in the Army who was leaving for a six month assignment in Baghdad. Looking for gemstones that symbolized bravery and protection, Jennifer chose Canadian jade, ocean jasper, cherry agate, and carnelian. Red seed beads were added to symbolize success and triumph....(read more)

Pixie Parchment

Beading Daily — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 14:02:00 GMT

The antique colors of the handmade ceramic pendant and porcelain beads, coupled with the distressed look of the silk ribbon and antique copper chain, are captivating. It reminds Melanie of an old treasure map on parchment paper, with mysterious etchings and symbols to mark a fantastic journey. ...(read more)

Copper Dreams Earrings

Beading Daily — Thu, 26 Jul 2007 11:30:00 GMT

These simple coppery earrings, created as part of the July 2007 Beading Daily Challenge, are the perfect finishing touch for your fall wardrobe. With simple wire loops and chain, these easy earrings are the perfect project for the beginning beader. A Beading Daily exclusive....(read more)

Cascading Tangle

Beading Daily — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 02:44:00 GMT

The natural materials of clay, shell, and metal (antique copper, antique brass, and gunmetal) gently stream around the wearer’s neck and shoulders to flow into a final dollop of glaze at the tip of the ceramic focal piece. ...(read more)

Shining Heart

Beading Daily — Mon, 16 Oct 2006 15:38:00 GMT

This simple, shimmering necklace flatters the collarbone with its delicate glitter of silver chain, garnet faceted rounds, andalusite briolettes, and white opal crystal bicones. The back of the pewter heart reads, “Within the Heart Shines a Light.” ...(read more)

Fire Polished Earrings

Beading Daily — Wed, 16 Aug 2006 15:44:00 GMT

These colorful and quick-to-make earrings are surefire compliment catchers. Instructions for the matching “Fire-Polished Collar” may be found in the August/September 2005 issue of Beadwork. ...(read more)