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Make Jewelry Now
Get started making jewelry now with this helpful hub of links to the basics of all kinds of jewelry making: bead stringing; bead weaving; wire work; metal clay; metal fabrication; metal soldering; fused and lampwork glass; and mixed media and fiber.

Getting Started: Bead Stringing
Bead stringing is an excellent way to get started making jewelry for the first time. This article discusses the tools, supplies, and related information you need to start making beaded jewelry.

Getting Started - Finding Classes
If you want to learn how to make jewelry or just learn more about techniques you use now, then read this feature to find out how to locate classes near you

Getting Started: Metal Clay
You can start making jewelry with precious metal clay once you get the right tools and equipment. Here's what you need to get started.

Get Started: Polymer Clay
To get yourself started experimenting with polymer clay, it only takes a minimal amount of equipment and materials.

Get Started: Seed Beading
Don't let those tiny beads scare you! It really only takes a few items and a small investment to get you started making seed bead jewelry.

Get Started: Fused Glass
Advice and suggestions for how you can get started making fused glass jewelry.

Get Started: Silversmithing
You need the right tool for the right job. With a minimum investment, you can get started creating silver jewelry.

Get Started: Wire Work
Get everything you need for your wire working tool box and start creating beautiful wire jewelry.

Get Started: Macrame Jewelry
You can get started making your own macrame jewelry for only a few dollars.

Crafty Girls
Crafty Girls has some excellent videos on their site showing how to make a number of different jewelry projects.