Bead Stringing

Transform your festive look with our stunning Christmas charm bracelet, beautifully embellished with glistening Czech pearl-coated glass druk beads.

Classic sterling silver and cultured freshwater pearl combination gets a cascade makeover with this lush and elegant earring design. Stringing on FireLine® protects the pearls and adds subtle flex.

TierraCast® BeadAligners™ prevent large-hole beads from moving and sliding on standard-sized stringing material, center large-hole beads on metal findings and prevent smaller beads from going inside large-hole beads. Here's how to use BeadAlignerswith Bead Huggers™ to create a "floating bead" design.

Q: I have seen a necklace that I would love to make, but I need advice on the clasp at the back. The necklace was 10 strands of silk thread with pearls and crystals knotted about 1 to 1-1/2 inches apart. It looked like a crimp with a loop that finished it off, but I am unsure which one to order to complete the necklace, or even if this is the right way to go. Can you please advise? Thanks so much!

Q: How do I choose the size stretch cord to make bracelets?

Q: I have several strands of tiny 2.5mm diamond beads and am in a quandary as to the best way to string them. I've tried fishing line and extra fine beading wire, but I'm not satisfied with the results. I've also tried stringing them onto jump rings I made with 18K 30-gauge wire, but it made them look too spread out. Any suggestions?

Q: Is there some magic way to attach a crimp tube with an attached clasp to a finished piece strung on wire? Attaching the first tube at one end is easy, but when attaching the second one, the wire slips back through the beads (and then the beads fall off the wire causing endless frustration)--and the wire is cut so short (to fit into the crimp), there's nothing to grasp. The opening on the tube is so narrow that it would be nearly impossible to put a long piece of wire through the tube and cut it later. Any suggestions?

Q: Should you use heavy Silkon for bracelets with large gemstones or Acculon? I had a bracelet break using Acculon and crimps and didn't know if Silkon would be better or stronger.

Q: I want to string some beads for outdoors. What wire could I use that would not rust? Thanks

Q: What is the difference between "tigertail" wire and regular beading wire? Which is the strongest for lanyards and badge holders? Thanks

Translucent pastels bring the understated glitter of ice flake quartz into a springtime look, while antiqued finishes on silver beads and findings add a vintage vibe.

Elevate your style with our exquisite earrings and bracelet featuring stunning lilac stone and yellow calcite beads, accented with silver-plated brass for a touch of elegance.

Q: When using a sterling silver pinch bail on a briolette, does pinching it together make a secure attachment, or should I be using some type of glue on the bail?

Q: What is "Add-a-bead chain"? What technique secrets apply to this type of chain?

Q: I saw a tennis bracelet pattern in Bead and Button book. I have made quite a few of them for gifts for my family although I used 6mm bicone crystals instead of the 4mm the instructions called for. The best one I've made so far was for myself, it was made using 6mm crystal AB. What I'm asking you is this: The pattern calls for mono filament beading thread. I am wondering if this line is going to get cut using the bicone crystals? Also, the pattern calls for a box clasp, mine keeps coming apart every time I wear it--what else can I use instead?

Q: I've been using Accu-Flex® wire in my necklace and bracelet projects, but I'd like to explore other stringing materials. In particular, I'd like to know how to select the appropriate weight of FireLine® and how to finish off ends attractively and appropriately.

Seeking a way to unite your cords without forcing them to tie the knot? Join them in peaceful harmony with slide tube clasps and these easy instructions.

Q: Which gauge of Accu-Flex beading wire is smallest? Does Accu-Flex beading wire fray?

Q: Sometimes when I am working on a bracelet or necklace, the crimp bead breaks off, and I have to start all over again. What am I doing wrong?

Q: What kind of knot do you tie when using elastic cord for a bracelet so it is secure when you're done beading?

Q: I don't understand how to use S-Hook clasps. Am I supposed to separate one of the S's so that the ring will slide on and off? I purchased one, but the S is too tight on both sides to slide the jump ring on and off.

Q: What kind of beading wire would I use with mother-of-pearl beads or cultured freshwater pearls?

Q: I believe the answer is a no-brainer but I cannot figure it out. I would like to find out how to finish off a multi-strand necklace, particularly when done on thread. When I go to How-To's, it brings up design ideas. I see the picture and the list of materials, but for the life of me, I cannot find instructions to go with it. How do I find what I want?

Q: How do I attach beads or crystals to leather ~ as in a leather cross or even a halter for a horse?

Q: If I am making a necklace with silk thread, do I make a knot at the end using a tube crimp and then crimp the tube or just leave it?

Q: What is the best wire for making a flexible bracelet and the best stretch cord size?

Q: What size beads can you use with leather cord?

Q: I am learning to do the Peyote stitch. What size thread do you recommend I use?

Q: I want to make a beaded curtain for a door. What kind of wire should I use considering the large number of beads that go onto one strand? Secondly, what is the best way to attach the strands to a rod? Looking forward to hearing from you.

Q: I have two questions: 1) How do you glue a cabochon into a setting that doesn't have a back? If I glue around the edge, I still have problems with it being too easy for the cabochon to come off. 2) Besides the metal settings that are sold, are there other ways to create a setting that would allow a cabochon to become a pendant without drilling a hole in the cabochon? Thanks.

Q: How do I string pearls with silk thread, what size thread do I use and how do I attach a clasp? Also, what type of finding should be used? Thank you.

Chunky chain combines with Crystal Passions® mystic black beads and electric pink cabochons for style that exudes punk vibes and sophistication alike.

Stay fashion-fresh with amazonite! This necklace, earring and bracelet set is designed around the contrast between the warm golden tones of the findings and the cool minty blue-green of the gemstone.

Whether it's your Big Day or your bestie's, these glittering Czech crystal earrings are the perfect accessory to add sparkle and shine to the day's events.

Q: I made a couple of gemstone chip bracelets on Power cord, but I don't like the way they turned out. The knot area, with a small dab of glue on it, is stiff and brittle. The cord seems to have "warped" and appears to be stretched out of shape. The chips slid on the cord easily so that would not seem to be the reason for this distortion of the cord. Help!

Q: Hello! Could you tell me if the Accu-Flex beading wires are water resistant? I bought another brand (foolish of me!) to make bracelets and they all got rusty after a few days when in contact with water. The ones that were not in the water, but in a place quite humid, eventually got rusty as well ... I don't want to go through that again! Thank you for your advice!

Q: What does one use memory wire for? I bought some thinking that it would stay the way I bent it, and found that it was impossible. Now what do I use it for?

Q: When finishing a piece, I don't have a problem with crimping or threading the wire back through the finished beads but I have to pull on it a little too tight for comfort to make sure that the piece doesn't have too much slack in it...and be ruined. Some pieces cannot abide a crimp cover and the crimp will be hidden well but still, is there a secret to achieving the aforementioned task without using a winch?

Icy blue coated glass and crystal clear fire-polished beads coil around the wrist alongside two styles of silver-plated beads. This quick-and-easy winter bracelet design ends with an intricate snowflake charm for seasonal style.

Q: I am creating a necklace with rather heavy beads and am thinking about using 22 ga wire but have no idea how to finish it. I don’t think there’s a crimp big enough...HELP!

Q: Is Tigertail good for making waist beads? And if so, which strand is best?

Q: I live in Denver, CO and I have a problem with elastic cording breaking. My guess is it due to the lack of humidity. What would be the best elastic cording to use that will last?

These heishi drop earrings are sure to add a touch of boho style to any fashion.

Never has it been easier to string beads than with the Elastacord™ Bead Threader. These concise instructions tell you everything you need to know to use this convenient tool.

Learn how to elegantly terminate leather strands with cones in this simple tutorial.

This multi-strand necklace by Matthew MacMinn can be made in silver and Crystal Passions® peridot green, or opt for the colors you or your customers like most.

Q: Dear Fire Mountain, what tools should I use to cut and finish my memory wire jewelry?

The possibilities are endless ... and claspless! Here's how to build a long necklace that slips over the head and has no visible beginning or end.

Using Bulldog Crimps™ is easy. Learn how here.

To make a seed bead ring, choose your colors from Fire Mountain Gems' vast seed bead selection.

Stretch your skills with this fun, easy bracelet project! Judy Hendrix guides you through making stretch bracelets in this fun and colorful tutorial.

Follow the steps below to create a timeless and fashionable "Y" necklace. Your necklace is sure to get "oohs and aahs" from all who see it.

A stunning memory wire bracelet adorned with a harmonious blend of natural wood, captivating gemstones, and elegant sterling silver charms and beads.

Complete your ensemble with our elegant 3-strand bracelet and matching earrings, adorned with Preciosa Czech rose and Labrador crystal beads, beautifully complemented by antique silver-plated pewter accents.

Learn an alternate way to thread a needle without holding it in the air. Clear images demonstrate every step in this how-to.

French wire is designed to protect thread and other stringing materials from fraying at the loop of a clasp. Learn how to incorporate it in your designs with these illustrated instructions.

Learn how to easily dye pearls to match any outfit or occasion, a process which has been a closely guarded trade secret.

Morse Code jewelry is a fun way to personalize your creations, send secret messages and learn a new skill. Follow the instructions to find out what the beads in these hoops spell out.

Follow along with instructions for how to use a stop bead to keep beads on the thread when starting any off-loom stitch. The stop bead is temporary and easy to remove.

Support four-legged friends and the organizations that protect them with the proceeds from themed jewelry. You can even include secret messages in Morse code with seed beads--these earrings say, “best friend forever” as a perfect match to the paw print charm.

Bold AND beautiful! Crystal Passions® pearls pair with golden large-link chain in this timeless and elegant jewelry set. Includes full written instructions for creating both necklace and earrings.

Mother-of-pearl shell meets the dramatic flashes of Czech fire-polished glass for a striking necklace and earrings set that is just as at home on the seaside as the dance floor.

Bead your own Lush Embellished Bracelet using whatever beads strike your fancy. This detailed design by internationally recognized artist and author Sherry Serafini includes a video how-to with Sherry, plus full step-by-step written instructions.

Here's an easy solution to learning the cubic right-angle weave. Simply follow this illustrative guide and start designing today.

Prometheus® fine silver clay allows you to create one-of-a-kind pieces of art. This beautiful silver feather pendant pairs perfectly with turquoise beads

An eclectic mix of shapes and colors, this necklace and earring set is perfect for welcoming spring with a dash of drama.

Go green (and gold) with this elegant Y-necklace that’s right on the money. Created by world-renowned designer Gulten Dye, this glass bead and crystal pearl creation includes full step-by-step instructions.

Braiding multiple strands of small beads gives body to the design and creates visually captivating textures. These easy-to-follow instructions for three-strand braids will get you started.

Tube-shaped beads, enhanced by the shimmer of Preciosa Czech crystals, lend an intriguing texture and abundant sparkle to this captivating jewelry set.

Jazz up a simple string of pearls with the shimmer of Crystal Passions®. This jewelry set combines the sparkling allure of bicones with the gentle luster of crystal pearls for jewelry that is both elegant and exciting.

Make the season merry and bright with these festive Christmas tree earrings. Customize the design with different colors to suit everyone on your list.

Follow this handy tutorial to learn how to take a pair of cords and a focal and turn them into an eye-catching adjustable necklace!

Bring the luck in nature's grace with our single-strand necklace and earring set featuring exquisite magnesite, snow quartz, and mountain jade gemstone beads, accentuated by a delicate four-leaf clover charm.

Acrylic letter beads spell out a very special message in this colorful lanyard.

Get ready for spring with this easy-to-make jewelry set bursting with the cheery greens and yellows of the first daffodils.

Like a cozy campfire on a summer night, these Celestial Crystal® fire briolettes bring a bright spark to this beautiful necklace and earring set.

Large-hole beads with cutouts make perfect frames for small beads in this spring-ready set.

Experience the beauty of sunstone in this necklace that shines bright. Named 'The Schiller Effect,' this piece is sure to be a customer favorite.

Set sail with the shimmering allure of this necklace, destined to add a sea of style to any wardrobe.

Silver-toned findings complement the oceanic blues of sodalite, while the off-white leather cord highlights the white streaks in this lapis lazuli lookalike.

Unisex designs are in! The deep brown-red of brecciated jasper and deep black Hemalyke™ heishi beads compliment the stainless steel triskele pendant for a necklace that anyone can appreciate.

Green aventurine and honey-colored citrine complement gold-filled tube beads for a stately, understated necklace and earring set.

Blues and golds with clear crystal accents give this fantastic collar necklace Egyptian vibes worthy of an Ancient Egyptian priest.

Enhance your elegance with this exquisite single-strand necklace and earring set. Adorned with beautifully crafted glass and lampworked glass beads.

Creating a patriotic look with red, white, and blue Czech glass beads is a wonderful way to show your national pride.

Create a beautiful yin-yang unisex statement with this simple stringing project.

Iryna Combs created "Passion of Alexandrite" for her June-born daughter to showcase the stone's remarkable color-shifting qualities. This award winning design is crafted with Crystal Passions® fancy stones and complemented by crystal pearls.

This exquisite jewelry set features a double-strand necklace and matching earrings adorned with Czech glass druk beads, complemented by shimmering gold-plated brass beads and an elegant antique gold-plated pewter spacer bar.

This captivating jewelry set is ex-shell-ent! Showcase vibrant Paua shell beads and focal in a single-strand necklace and coordinating earrings.

Follow along in this video to create a necklace with 'floating' crystal rings using Invizi™-Cord.

Show your love for man's best friend or your support for the local Humane Society or ASPCA with this darling dog-themed jewelry set.

"Stars and Orbits" is a dazzling necklace and earrings set, crafted with Crystal Passions® Beads, Seed Beads, and Antiqued Silver-Plated Brass Cones, showcasing celestial elegance and sparkle.

Elevate your style with the tousled turquoise hues of this multi-strand necklace and earring set.

You’ll love Powercord®, especially after learning about the benefits of this latex-free elastic cording for jewelry-making in a product show-and-tell that shows a variety of colors and widths available at Fire Mountain Gems and Beads.

Used for everything from meditation to fidget-calming, this design includes step-by-step instructions for making your own worry beads.

Make your own Powercord® energy bracelets with gemstone beads for fast-selling designs.