Tutorials and Mini-Makes

Read through our Jewellery & Beading Tutorials brimming with invaluable, illustrated information on basic jewellery making techniques, as well as material/tool guides and glossaries.

European 4 in 1 Chain Maille Guide | Beads Jar UK

22/01/2018 0

The European 4 in 1 chain maille weave is one of the oldest forms of chain maille and was the weave of choice back in the middle ages (and long before) for creating armour. Here is a quick guide to get you started! It shows you how to create a small diamond Shape which can be turned into a key charm or even a pair of unique drop earrings when earwires are attached. The great thing about chain maille is that you need minimal materials to work with...Things you will need: Artistic Wire 18 gauge Ch...

Byzantine Chain Maille Tutorial | Beads Jar UK

22/01/2018 0

The Byzantine Chain Maille pattern is highly decorative, easy to learn and is often used in jewellery making for creating Bracelets, necklaces and drop earrings. Follow this quick tutorial to get you started!Materials you will need 2 pairs flat nose/chain nose Pliers (or one of each)Artistic Wire 18 gauge 3.97mm Chain Maille Rings (You can use larger rings if this makes things easier for you to begin with)A length of fine wire or tie to make it easier to gripA little patience....:DStep 1 Begin ...

Beading New Years Resolutions!

03/01/2018 0

Firstly, welcome everyone to 2018! I hope the hang-overs have finally eased off and that the confetti and food has been swept out of the house because we are now beginning January with a new look and a fresh step forward. So, inspired by New Year Resolutions, for some a resolution it can be something small from giving up certain foods, trying new experiences or something that will inevitably change their life with from going to the gym and losing weight, to finding that special someone or even ...

Christmas Blog - Part Two

19/12/2017 0

Welcome back to part two of this Christmas blog, with this part looking into ideas that you can create for your family members! This will look at some of popular YouTube tutorials, some ideas from the Beads Jar team and some last minute stocking fillers for all the family! So I hope your still warm in your seat, and your drink is refilled, as here comes part two! Taken from Beads Jar YouTube - "Twinkly Snowflake Earrings" For those looking for, perhaps a more Christmas inspirited design I ...