Soft Flex Jewellery Design Challenge Took Me WAY TOO LONG... BUT WOW!!

Join me on a journey as I dive into mystery and elegance with the Soft Flex Deco the Halls Beading Challenge Kit. BTW - this challenge took me WAY LONGER than I expected. But the results were worth it.
Throughout the video, I will share my professional tips on handling different elements and materials and provide a step-by-step guide on assembling the final pieces I created for this challenge.
00:55 Exploring Deco the Halls Beading Design Challenge Kit
04:24 Start Jewellery Tutorial
04:46 Creating the Flower Components
08:48 Assembling Components
13:07 Stringing and Adding Clasp
23:02 Creating Matching Earrings
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Jewellery I'm Wearing
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Earrings: The earrings I'm wearing are made from the dangles on the necklace. I just added an ear wire to the wire-wrapped loop.
I don't have a tutorial for the bracelet, but I can share the technique I used to make it. I used some 8x6 faceted glass rondelles, 6mm round turquoise beads, 6mm silver beads and some daisy spacer beads.
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Useful Techniques
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Jump Rings 101 - • Jump Rings 101: How to...
Wire Wrapped Loops - • How to Make a Wire Wra...
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Ways to Hide a Crimp - • Goodbye UGLY Crimp Bea...
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Wire Guardians - • DON'T use a Wire Guard...
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[@kathyberger6650]

What an amazing design Carol! Absolutely stunning! Earrings were a perfect addition! ❤

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Kathy. Glad you liked it.

[@janetodd832]

Carol we are so alike, I would also have found the black & white beads a bit of a ‘challenge’! 😂 But you’ve come up with a great design to showcase the components and I do like the end result. I’m going to try mixing metals, it’s a great look!

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Jane. I think mixing the beads with the mixed metals worked really well to make it "not so black and white". Ha ha.

[@lianefehrle9921]

You look like a child in a candy shop. 😊 I really love that flower combination you came up with.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Ha ha - new beads! That's why I had to buy the store! Thank you, Liane. I've got two more tutorials coming from this challenge kit.

[@AS-lm9xm]

That necklace and earring set is beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much.

[@brendacarver-brown9983]

Gorgeous Carol...just love the mixed metal look. Thank you.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Brenda. Yes, the mixed metal thing is very interesting. I'm enjoying playing with it.

[@DeborahJohnson-bh9nd]

That was fantastic! Honestly? As I watched you open that package I though - what on earth can you do with that mish-mash of beads and components? My brain did not see the possibilities. But the way you combined everything was, frankly, amazing to me. You made something very beautiful out of what I saw as a pile of nothing. Thank you. I really enjoyed watching the process.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Aw, Deborah. You are too kind. I must admit, it did challenge me a little but once I got the idea of the flowers, I was away, but then, of course, I had to figure out how to make them stay there with wiggling. It was a fun challenge and I think I will do it again. Thank you so much.

[@user-dr5qm6wi3h]

Love it, Carol. you do such beautiful work. Thank you. Missed your videos.🌞☀

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much.

[@bethhenson4691]

That is a beautiful design. I love the way you linked those beautiful flowers together. The earrings are the perfect complement ❤

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Beth.

[@cathleencavanaugh2113]

Best and most creative use of this box I’ve seen!

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much Cathleen. I've got two more coming out in the next couple of weeks using the extra beads.

[@marjoriecook7556]

I don’t think I would have been able to make one piece with those components…probably would have made an assortment of items. A fun challenge!

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you Marjorie. I ended up with three items. Another tutorial coming out next week and then the week after. I enjoyed the challenge - it was good for my creativity.

[@karenallen5208]

Great job, Carol. You're such an inspiration to my creations. I would love to share a tip here which works for me most of the time. I experience a real problem with jump rings. I work hard to close them, and yet I still have components slipping out of them. I've found that adding a small dab of glue on the open part to seal it does help a bit.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

That's a great tip. Thanks for sharing Karen.

[@patgivens1009]

Love this! The earrings are perfect.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you, Pat. Yes, I felt that the earrings needed to be understated given the size of the necklace.

[@jackiejones9116]

I love your necklace, and I enjoy watching you design. Jackie Jones Rowlett TX

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Jackie. Hello from New Zealand.

[@dbolognani]

Beautiful!! Love watching you design! BTW, I have to say, I so love how you cut your hair, it so compliments you. 🙂. Thank you so much for giving us the enjoyment of your tutorials. ❤

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Dianne. Regarding my hair - I was wondering the other day if it's time I wore it differently (am I too old to be wearing it like this!) but I think I'll leave it like this for now.

[@dbolognani]

@@The_Stylish_Maker No, not too old at all! Suits your face and your personality perfectly! I showed your pic to my husband and told him I wish I could wear my hair like this (wouldn't suit my face structure) and how good it looked on you and he agreed that it suited you and looked good. Wish I could wear my hear like that. :)

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you@@dbolognani . I actually went to the hairdresser yesterday and the other hairdresser working (not mine) said, "Wow, your hair looks amazing" so that made me feel validated that it's still OK. I appreciate your husband's opinion too.

[@sandieross2923]

Wow!! What a beautiful necklace. Thank you for sharing

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Sandie.

[@sandieross2923]

@@The_Stylish_Makeryou’re very welcome

[@taarnabj]

what an excellent tutorial Absolutely love watching you they are inspiring and I have learned so much from you Thank you so much.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Oh that's so kind of you. Thank you so much.

[@fayewilliams229]

Really nicely done challenge! 😊

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Faye.

[@lexiharding5498]

I really loved this video. It was very interesting to watch your design process and then see the end result. I am not really into big beads, so I very much would have struggled with this one, but I must say I really like the look of your finished piece on you. I'm really enjoying catching up on your videos, I have been making jewellery for a while now but I still feel like I learn something every time I watch you!! Thanks :)

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Lexi. I must say that this one did challenge me (which is why it took so long) but it's always good to challenge your creativity. I'm so pleased you liked the end result.

[@samiguttery2278]

Such a beautiful necklace and you make it look so easy❤️

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@jgale-yz9hv]

Hi Carol. visiting ur site; the creation is stunning!!! trying to get back into beading & your channel is inspiring...

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Josephine.

[@charisse-dp4iw]

Carol!! How complex! Very stunning! As always arrange such beautiful pieces. Your awesome

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Charisse. Glad you liked it.

[@OHSloopyIO]

I love mixed metal looks! I wish more customers were open to the idea.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you, Beth. I think people are coming around because it's a huge trend that isn't likely to go anywhere soon.

[@cathymike7559]

Just love the why you have done the flowers, such lovely work Carol, thank you.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Cathy.

[@Hope-uf9yd]

I love your designs everything is so beautiful. I really struggle designing with bead mixes for some reason, I much prefer curated boxes with whole strands of beads.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Hope. I must say, I find it much easier to design when I have free reign over what to use. I found this a little limiting but it also stretched my creativity which was good.

[@bobyackphyllis3]

That’s gorgeous set. Your so awesome 👏 ❤

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much. I have one more video to come using these beads.

[@avondahightower5965]

Absolutely Beautiful ❤

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you, Avonda! 😊

[@rhondaarmstrong1405]

Great video. Very beautiful necklace❤

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Rhonda.

[@OHSloopyIO]

That is gorgeous !!!!

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Beth.

[@tomklein9626]

You did a great job!

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you. Did you watch the other two videos where I used some of the other supplies in this kit? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qn24pIWah6uch7Msi=aSX7WAKaUwZeBR4C kzbin.info/www/bejne/ap-WnJWtiahnotEsi=jPEw7aIZpV1P0_Om

[@diannesammut3103]

Amazing results.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much, Dianne.

[@user-ey6ip5lh3n]

Stunning

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much.

[@downsizingontenacres.5927]

Pretty.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you.

[@LeanneLEANNEO]

Very nice 💞

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you, Leanne.

[@switahashimi5681]

Wow it is beautiful. You are the best ❤❤❤ Could you please tell me which wire is the best for making loops except for the half heart wire, which doesn’t fade or tarnish🫶

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you so much. For loops I only use half hard (German Style) wire which has a copper core and is plated. Here's a link to a video about loops: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpSogmaJi8Sjr80si=NlM_iHJco_LYsJ8q Also, here's a link to some wire I would use: amzn.to/49i3tRu

[@switahashimi5681]

Thank you so much, I have order the wire that you suggested ❤❤❤

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

That's great. You will be making loops in no time.@@switahashimi5681

[@user-io1df1bq3z]

Hi Carol, I am completely new to jewellery making and you have taught me so much already so thank you. Can I just ask, how do you price your pieces? Do you just charge for materials and time or do you add a profit on top? I understand why people add profit if they are going to be employing people but I’m not so if I can’t make it it won’t get made!

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Hi Mandie, that's quite a hard question to answer because it really depends on the piece. I would take the cost of the materials and the time it takes (at a reasonable hourly rate) and double it. Having said that, you really need to look around you. For example, if I go to a craft fair here, I can often find earrings for sale for $5 (this annoys me because no-one can be making money at this price and it makes everyone else seem expensive). Generally, however, they are more like $15 which is a much better price. I think the best way is to have a look at what others are doing. You can also look on Etsy. Remember to take into account any packaging that you might use as well.

[@cherishparkhurst8124]

I tottally love those baged mysteries creating your own pieces is so fun how much are them bags im interested in getting some myself!!where can i order them

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Thank you, Cherish. I'm about to film another one of these. Here's a link to the Soft Flex challenge kit. softflexcompany.com/deco-the-halls-beading-design-challenge-kit-inspiration-for-jewelry-makers-of-all-levels/

[@cherishparkhurst8124]

@@The_Stylish_Maker thanx bunches!! Appricate it

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

You're welcome@@cherishparkhurst8124

[@switahashimi5681]

Thank you so much ❤❤, I think the stuff Amazon selling in the USA is deferent from(UK) I think you are living in the USA am I right 😀 I found one half hard wire gauge 20 it is around£20 I think it is too expensive 😮

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

I live in New Zealand. I link to the US Amazon because a good portion of my viewers are from the US. The Australian Amazon (we don't have an Amazon in New Zealand) also sells different things from the US. I used to get things shipped from the US store to New Zealand but the cost of shipping is now too high. It depends how much wire is on the spool. This looks like a good one. www.amazon.co.uk/Beadalon-German-Style-Wire-Silver-Round/dp/B004972YPO

[@switahashimi5681]

Thank you so much once again ❤❤ I have ordered that one ☝🏼 and thank you for sharing the information ❤

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

You're welcome@@switahashimi5681

[@florak1087]

Hi Carol, great design with that gift you got. I have a question. Do you have a video that explains the wires? There are so many out there, different numbers of wires wrapped in nylon that are stainless steel. What is the rule of thumb for this? I have had a couple that I am just about to run out of and if you can shed some light on which to get for which reason, that would really help. Thanks so much.

[@florak1087]

also wanted to know why I am still having problems wrapping pins. I think some wires are too hard to wrap. Is that so?

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

I did a livestream with my members a couple of weeks ago where I went into depth about wire. I'm not sure if you're a member but if you are, here's the link: kzbin.infokHiMniKTv08?si=lDSH-BS0TOBvIcg4 I haven't done anything that is on the main channel yet.

[@The_Stylish_Maker]

Problems with wire wrapping can come when the wire is too hard. Are you using a half hard wire? If so, what gauge? I would try using a 22 gauge - that's the easiest to wire wrap in my opinion.

[@florak1087]

@@The_Stylish_Maker thanks so much! I appreciate that. 😄

[@florak1087]

@@The_Stylish_Maker I try to use the posts that have my bead on it already and it is just impossible. I like the finished ball or flat plate at the end to hold the bead.