Free Projects : crystals

A Walk in the Forest Necklace

Tricia G. — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:55:00 GMT

Create an earthy focal piece using semiprecious stone and crystal dangles.

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Crystal Radiance Brooch

Tricia G. — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:00:00 GMT

This brooch of concentric circles of brick stitch requires making gradual increases from round to round by changing bead sizes as well as changing the number of beads in each round....(read more)

Crystal Corona Earrings

Michelle M. — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:36:00 GMT

Combine 4mm crystal bicones and size 11 or 15 seed beads to create these sassy earrings. Instructions for a matching pendant may be found in the May/June 2009 issue of Step by Step Beads. ...(read more)

She Bop

Michelle M. — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 09:31:00 GMT

Turn necklace pendants and large crystals into statement earrings that are sure to get you noticed while out on the town. Clip-ons, rather than pierced earring findings, make these earrings surprisingly wearable. For more ideas on what type of jewelry goes best with your outfit, see the article, "Jewelry Rules" by Danielle Fox in the Winter 2008 issue of Stringing magazine....(read more)

Midnight Garden Cuff

Michelle M. — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:25:00 GMT

A formal garden of sparkling flowers bloom on a peyote stitch black cuff with an elegant crystal border. This project uses an odd-count peyote stitch technique developed by Cynthia Rutledge. ...(read more)

Fleur de Niece

Michelle M. — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 16:08:00 GMT

Natural brass components mixed with brilliant magenta-colored glass make this vintage-style necklace glow with glamour. Instructions include matching earrings. This project is from Stringing magazine. ...(read more)

Comet Anemone

Michelle M. — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 10:09:00 GMT

This dazzler of a bracelet shows brilliant crystals against rich matte black for optimum sparkle. 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)

Rachael's Wedding Bracelet

Beading Daily — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 15:35:00 GMT

Rebecca created this beautiful aqua bracelet of pearls and crystals for her sister Rachael's wedding. This multi-strand piece works up very quickly-Rebecca created this "something new" bracelet the morning of the wedding!...(read more)

Montée Magic Earrings

Beading Daily — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 14:05:00 GMT

After making dozens of the Montée Magic bracelets (featured in Beadwork, February/March 2008), Katherine realized no ordinary pair of earrings coordinated like she had anticipated. What better way to bring them together than to use the same ring pattern of the bracelet? Using a head pin keeps the shape straight and makes this simple crystal earring quick and easy to finish. ...(read more)

Seed Beads and Starlight Necklace

Beading Daily — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 16:57:00 GMT

This shimmering necklace features amethyst crystal bicones and both silver-lined and metallic seed beads. ...(read more)

Christmas Tree Earrings

Beading Daily — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 02:47:00 GMT

These simple, yet adorable, earrings make a fabulous holiday gift! The earrings use Swarovski crystals, sterling silver components and a simple wrapped loop technique. This is a Beading Daily exclusive project. ...(read more)

Silver & Sparkle Bracelet

Beading Daily — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 12:41:00 GMT

This wire and crystal bracelet takes advantage of some beautiful curved sterling tube beads. Using fine wire as double eye pins through each link gives you a perfect spot for your crystal dangles. The elegant finished bracelet belies the simple technique! ...(read more)

Lovey’s Earrings

Beading Daily — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 19:44:00 GMT

These easy crystal, pearl, and glass earrings match Lovey's Ring. ...(read more)

Lovey’s Ring

Beading Daily — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 11:44:00 GMT

Make this gaudy Lovey Howell ring using ladder stitch. Combine one blown glass twisted tube with Swarovski pearls and fuchsia crystal bicones for a ring that you won't soon forget. Watch out Ginger! ...(read more)

Tide Pool

Beading Daily — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 03:30:00 GMT

This single strand bracelet features keishi pearls that link wired crystals, crystal dangles on chain, strung glass rondelles and silver spacers. The bracelet is a reflection of individual components of the ocean swirling together in harmony when the tide has come and gone. A photo of this bracelet was featured in Stringing magazine. ...(read more)