StepByStep Index

Crimping Pictorial
"See" how to secure a crimp bead with this tutorial, which I put together using illustrations.

How to Close a Crimp Bead
Crimp beads are used to finish off a beaded jewelry piece such as a necklace or bracelet. This tutorial shows how to use crimping plier to close a crimp bead.

Tip for Bead Tips aka Clam Shell Findings
Use this simple tip for making sure your bead tips (aka clam shell) findings are secure.

How to Use a Bead Tip
Learn the basics for using bead tips to finish off your beaded jewelry designs.

Bead Stringing Fancy Finishes
Learn about some other options for giving your beaded strung jewelry pieces, including necklaces and bracelets, a professional finish.

Earring Findings
Learn about the different types of findings used to make beaded earrings.

Jewelry Clasps and Connectors
Learn about some of the different clasps and connectors used to make beaded jewelry.

Bead Stringing Findings
In this article, I take you step by step through some of the most popular jewelry stringing findings. If you want to string up a beaded necklace, bracelet, or anklet, often you’ll need to use one of the following findings in order to do this