Free Projects : glass

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)

Heart of Glass

Michelle M. — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:00:00 GMT

A lampworked bumpy glass donut takes center stage in this fast and easy necklace design from Stringing magazine. ...(read more)

Lakeside

Michelle M. — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:22:00 GMT

The chunky pressed-glass rondelles used in this necklace look like real turquoise, but cost much less....(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)

Gone Fishin' with Miro

Michelle M. — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 23:27:00 GMT

This carefree bracelet is a great way to use up leftover beads in your collection. The simple wireworking technique allows you to focus on other aspects of design like this challenging orange and blue combination! This project was created as part of the August/September 2008 Beadwork challenge....(read more)

Drops of Jupiter

Beading Daily — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 05:40:00 GMT

Simple wirewrapped loops, glass beads, and Thai silver shine in this easy and elegant bracelet. Designer Marcella Austenfeld writes, "I came across borosilicate (boro) beads at the BABE (Bay Area Bead Extravaganza) show and Thai silver drops. Not long ago, I re-discovered the beads mingled in my stash, and I thought of the rock band Train song titled Drops of Jupiter. ...(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)

Choke Me with Candy

Beading Daily — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 03:45:00 GMT

This colorful choker looks good enough to eat! Using ladder stitch and stringing techniques, make this bright necklace of blown glass twisted tubes, Swarovski pearls, red rondelles, and size 11 seed beads. ...(read more)

Kelpie's Dream

Beading Daily — Sun, 04 Mar 2007 01:02:00 GMT

This combination of olivine, yellow and peach glass beads in this necklace reflects the variety of textures and hues in a tidal pool. ...(read more)

Queen of Hearts

Beading Daily — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 22:20:00 GMT

Combine wireworking techniques with Venetian glass beads, Swarovski crystals, and American-made cane glass to create this summer stunner. ...(read more)