5 Mistakes in DIY Jewelry Making

[@MargaretSchindel]

I’ve been designing and making strung beaded jewelry for many years and these tips really help take our work from amateur to professional. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@FireMountainGems]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@mariejmyrick]

Thank you for this! I've beaded for several years now but have always had trouble with crimps and crimp covers. You have explained the technique exceptionally well.

[@FireMountainGems]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kathynorton4353]

What you didn't mention is that you need to separate the wire to each side before crimping. Both of the mistakes you showed had not been separated. This takes a little practice but it makes all the difference!

[@PamelaWilhelm-zm6lr]

I love the way you present. I'm looking forward to finding more videos that "you" create. Thank you for your time and the care you put into teaching us long time crafters that are returning to beading \ jewelry making after over 40 yrs.

[@FireMountainGems]

So glad you enjoyed the video! Thank you for watching! 😊

[@paulinebarnatt2564]

Easy to follow with good close up views to see what you are doing. Some useful tips on leaving a space for the crimp cover, which has caused me much grief on many occasions when trying to fit one over a crimp. I do have a question with the thin wire. Does the band round the spool that stops the wire unravelling have a trade name and can you get it in the UK?

[@FireMountainGems]

Here is the link to our Spool Tamers: www.firemountaingems.com/search/?keywords=spool%20tamer And, yes, we ship to the UK!

[@maria-pazherrero5285]

Very helpful. This lady teaches so well. Very knowledgeable!

[@FireMountainGems]

Thanks for watching!

[@RoeRoe1946]

Thank you. I have had trouble finishing. Now I know why. I will definitely apply what I have learned today.❤❤

[@FireMountainGems]

So glad we could help. Thanks for watching!

[@myown625]

Thank you. You are a great teacher.

[@cejae1616]

Very helpful to me. It’s interesting what you don’t know until you know!

[@suelamb5949]

Thank you.I didn’t realise you could use the crimping pliers for the crimp covers as well as the crimps.

[@FireMountainGems]

So glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching!

[@donnamitchell8448]

Great info, I learned a lot from your video. Thank you!

[@suadmydawson-ji6ph]

Wow! They seem like obvious mistakes but they are often made... Thanks for these tips

[@Elizabeth-pc2iv]

First time I found your channel wow you are SO PROFESSIONAL!!!!! Of course I Already subscribed Thank you ❤

[@FireMountainGems]

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[@SuperNina1985]

You read my mind. Was wondering about types of threads to use for which types of beads. Thank you for sharing your wisdom it’s us 🙂

[@FireMountainGems]

So glad we could help you out! Thank you for watching!

[@aramiran2734]

I don’t use crimps in my jewellery, but I still found this a really good watch! You make it very easy to see what you’re doing.

[@joan-mariacbrooks]

I recommend Fire Mountain to a lot of beginners especially these tutorials. I've beaded for years but I still learn something from them.

[@FireMountainGems]

We appreciate the support and recommendations! Thanks so much for watching! 😊

[@KimberlyLetsGo]

This is excellent info for a beginner such as myself. Thanks!

[@FireMountainGems]

Thanks for watching! 😊

[@connielazzaro856]

Love your video!!!

[@FireMountainGems]

So glad!

[@angelapa9513]

Thank you for the tips ❤

[@FireMountainGems]

You're so welcome!

[@helenhixon3321]

Very helpful!

[@FireMountainGems]

Thanks for watching!

[@sparklys26]

They say that you should fill the hole of the bead. So if I have a large hole bead and a small hole bead. Should I use beads where the holes are the same. Cuz that's hard to do sometimes.

[@tammiehonican76]

Wonderful video! Very informative 👏 👌

[@FireMountainGems]

Glad you think so!

[@emadla12]

It was a wonderful tips thanks

[@kathyfriedman571]

Great tips!

[@FireMountainGems]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Sainbury]

Thanks for all the tips. I learned a lot. I wish there were links to all the products mentioned. What is the wrap holding the stringing spools together called?

[@BeadnWithNicoleB]

This was a great video tutorial. Now what I really want to know is where can I get those large crystal Rondelles in those gorgeous colors.

[@FireMountainGems]

Hi Nicole, you can shop our selection of crystal rondelles on our website by going to www.firemountaingems.com/ or by clicking the website link in the description above. Don't forget to check out our huge selection of other jewelry making supplies while you're there! Happy creating!

[@BeadnWithNicoleB]

@@FireMountainGems thank you

[@christinabaker6035]

What product are those sparkly beads in your example? I really liked them! Thank you for this tutorial I always find these helpful. 😊

[@FireMountainGems]

Thanks for watching! The sparkling beads are faceted crystal rondelles. Here is a great selection of Crystal Passions rondelles: www.firemountaingems.com/shop/crystal-5040_brand_shape

[@christinabaker6035]

@@FireMountainGems thank you so much, there are so many pretty colors (really like the amethyst AB ones 😍 )

[@lawrenberghanson4401]

Thanks for sharing!! When designing a size gradient necklace where the larger bead is focal and the beads decrease in size towards the closure, which bead size should dictate the type of string you would use?

[@yvonnetomenga5726]

@Lawrenberg Hanson • I need to know the same thing.

[@FireMountainGems]

If you are going to be using the same length of beading wire, you'll want to use one that will pass through all of the beads. So, you'll be using a beading wire that will pass through the smallest bead in your design.

[@lawrenberghanson4401]

@@FireMountainGems thanks!.

[@mariejmyrick]

@@FireMountainGems I would think you'd want to use a beading wire that will pass through the largest bead in the design. ???

[@Poizenne]

@@mariejmyrick No, The smaller the bead the smaller the hole.

[@judyprudhomme1394]

You explained this very well, and I do understand it, BUT, I won’t be able to remember all of it. It would be helpful to me if I had something that I can refer to. Is there a downloadable chart that I can print out to keep with my Fire Mountain Gems catalog? It would help me be more accurate choosing and ordering the proper stringing materials? Thank You for sharing your expertise and for this very informative video.

[@FireMountainGems]

Hi Judy. We're sorry, we don't have a downloadable chart with this information. Sorry about that.

[@EllenWilliams-v9t]

What size crimp bead and cover did you use?

[@FireMountainGems]

It wasn't specified in the video, but we have a variety of options depending on your project. A common combination that we use would be a 2mm crimp and a 3 or 4mm crimp cover. We also carry them in a variety of materials and finishes: Crimps: www.firemountaingems.com/shop/crimp_beads Crimp Covers: www.firemountaingems.com/shop/crimp_bead_covers

[@mariapap8962]

How about stringing pearls with silk threads? Real pearls have really tiny holes. Do you have a tutorial /information/tips on how to make the knots in between each pearl and how to close the 2 ends? I find this very challenging to do correctly and still haven't mastered it. Thank you!

[@FireMountainGems]

Hi Maria. Here's a couple videos that might be helpful kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4fYd6honZerkJI and kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3_Ngparlsdqp9U

[@JaniceBush-j9k]

Wonderful information!!!

[@FireMountainGems]

Thank you for watching!