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CONTENTS EDITORrsquoS NOTE
FEATURED JEWELRY MAKING TUTORIALS
bull Scrap Necklace by Madeleine
bull Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
by Rings amp Things
JEWELRY BIZ
bull E-Commerce Platform Shopify
bull RECOMMENDED JEWELRY MAKING SUPPLIES
FEATURED JEWELRY MAKING TUTORIALS
bull Rolo Chain Bracelet by Eureka Crystal Beads
bull Braided Padlock by Xenia
bull Funky Chainmail Bracelet by Sky Aldovino
bull FIRE MOUNTAIN GEMS SUPPLY LIST
FEATURED JEWELRY MAKING TUTORIALS
bull Tassel Necklace by Ellen
FEATURED ARTICLE
bull Of Leather amp Chains
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CONTENTS
FEATURED JEWELRY MAKING TUTORIALS
bull Leather Rose Ring by Lea
bull Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings by Blue
Buddha Boutique
RECOMMENDED READINGS
bull Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
bull Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills and Tools
You Need to Get Started
bull Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop Techniques
and Projects for Weaving With Wire
bull Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Weaving with Rings and Scale Maille
FEATURED INTERVIEW
bull Exclusive with Schelesia
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Blog wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
Membership wwwdiyjewelrymakingcom
Join The Fun
In this monthrsquos issue we are proud to present
to you the wonders of leather and chains
You do much wonders with these mediums
So are you ready for some amazing jewelry
tutorials and designs Then what are you
waiting for Let us dive into these amazing
tutorials and start making ourselves some beautiful jewelry
Editorrsquos Note
Welcome to DIY Jewelry Making
Jane Chew
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Leather Scrap Necklace
Materials - Hole punch - A little sturdier leather - Chain - Jump rings
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Leather Scrap Necklace
First I decided to make myself a necklace I cut out the shapes I wanted
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You will need to make some sort of plan of how you want the necklace to look like before you start to assemble it
Otherwise things could get a little confusing and you will end up punching holes where there should be no holes
Leather Scrap Necklace
I used head pins to make the pendant a bit more stable at the top
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After I finished the necklace I also made a pair of earrings
I think I like the earrings the most
Leather Scrap Necklace
About the Author
Madeleine
My name is Madeleine Im from Sweden and I love everything DIY When Im not working on a project or my never-ending apartment renovation I can usually be found in one of the local antique stores or stalking other DIY-blogs
Find me at
httpragstocouturecom httpswwwfacebookcomragstocouture
httppinterestcomragstocouture
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Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Materials
- 24 inches Greek leather cord
- 6-12 inches glass rhinestone chain
- 48 inches 5-ply waxed linen cord
- 1 each button
- side flush cutter
- scissors
- ruler
- needle
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Making wrapped bracelets just got easier because this simple lashing
technique takes just minutes to learn You can combine leather cord
with rhinestone chain for a sophisticated style or use ball chain and
leather for an industrial look
Step 2 Create a loop to match
the button
Fold the length of Greek leather
cord in half to form the button
loop Size the loop so it will slip
over the button Use waxed linen
cord and a simple overhand knot
to secure the button loop
Follow these steps
Step 1 Gather the tools and
supplies to make a lashed
rhinestone and leather bracelet
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 3 Secure the button loop
Align the waxed linen cord tail with the
leather cord and tightly wrap
approximately 10 lashes (this should
measure about 38 inch)
Step 5 Finish lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Step 4 Begin lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Align the rhinestone chain with the
leather cord and begin lashing Use the
waxed linen cord to tightly lash around
the leather cord and between each
rhinestone setting
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Continue lashing the rhinestone chain to the leather cord Check the
length for fit the rhinestone portion of the bracelet should be one inch
shorter than bracelet size
Clip off any unneeded rhinestone and secure by adding 10 additional
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Step 6 Add and secure the button
Slide the button loop onto the waxed
linen cord and one leather strand
Secure the button in place by adding 10
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Use a sewing needle to stitch the linen
cord tail back through the final lashing
and cut off the excess
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 1
Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Step 13
Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
CONTENTS EDITORrsquoS NOTE
FEATURED JEWELRY MAKING TUTORIALS
bull Scrap Necklace by Madeleine
bull Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
by Rings amp Things
JEWELRY BIZ
bull E-Commerce Platform Shopify
bull RECOMMENDED JEWELRY MAKING SUPPLIES
FEATURED JEWELRY MAKING TUTORIALS
bull Rolo Chain Bracelet by Eureka Crystal Beads
bull Braided Padlock by Xenia
bull Funky Chainmail Bracelet by Sky Aldovino
bull FIRE MOUNTAIN GEMS SUPPLY LIST
FEATURED JEWELRY MAKING TUTORIALS
bull Tassel Necklace by Ellen
FEATURED ARTICLE
bull Of Leather amp Chains
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CONTENTS
FEATURED JEWELRY MAKING TUTORIALS
bull Leather Rose Ring by Lea
bull Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings by Blue
Buddha Boutique
RECOMMENDED READINGS
bull Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
bull Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills and Tools
You Need to Get Started
bull Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop Techniques
and Projects for Weaving With Wire
bull Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Weaving with Rings and Scale Maille
FEATURED INTERVIEW
bull Exclusive with Schelesia
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Blog wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
Membership wwwdiyjewelrymakingcom
Join The Fun
In this monthrsquos issue we are proud to present
to you the wonders of leather and chains
You do much wonders with these mediums
So are you ready for some amazing jewelry
tutorials and designs Then what are you
waiting for Let us dive into these amazing
tutorials and start making ourselves some beautiful jewelry
Editorrsquos Note
Welcome to DIY Jewelry Making
Jane Chew
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Leather Scrap Necklace
Materials - Hole punch - A little sturdier leather - Chain - Jump rings
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Leather Scrap Necklace
First I decided to make myself a necklace I cut out the shapes I wanted
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You will need to make some sort of plan of how you want the necklace to look like before you start to assemble it
Otherwise things could get a little confusing and you will end up punching holes where there should be no holes
Leather Scrap Necklace
I used head pins to make the pendant a bit more stable at the top
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After I finished the necklace I also made a pair of earrings
I think I like the earrings the most
Leather Scrap Necklace
About the Author
Madeleine
My name is Madeleine Im from Sweden and I love everything DIY When Im not working on a project or my never-ending apartment renovation I can usually be found in one of the local antique stores or stalking other DIY-blogs
Find me at
httpragstocouturecom httpswwwfacebookcomragstocouture
httppinterestcomragstocouture
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Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Materials
- 24 inches Greek leather cord
- 6-12 inches glass rhinestone chain
- 48 inches 5-ply waxed linen cord
- 1 each button
- side flush cutter
- scissors
- ruler
- needle
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Making wrapped bracelets just got easier because this simple lashing
technique takes just minutes to learn You can combine leather cord
with rhinestone chain for a sophisticated style or use ball chain and
leather for an industrial look
Step 2 Create a loop to match
the button
Fold the length of Greek leather
cord in half to form the button
loop Size the loop so it will slip
over the button Use waxed linen
cord and a simple overhand knot
to secure the button loop
Follow these steps
Step 1 Gather the tools and
supplies to make a lashed
rhinestone and leather bracelet
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 3 Secure the button loop
Align the waxed linen cord tail with the
leather cord and tightly wrap
approximately 10 lashes (this should
measure about 38 inch)
Step 5 Finish lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Step 4 Begin lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Align the rhinestone chain with the
leather cord and begin lashing Use the
waxed linen cord to tightly lash around
the leather cord and between each
rhinestone setting
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Continue lashing the rhinestone chain to the leather cord Check the
length for fit the rhinestone portion of the bracelet should be one inch
shorter than bracelet size
Clip off any unneeded rhinestone and secure by adding 10 additional
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Step 6 Add and secure the button
Slide the button loop onto the waxed
linen cord and one leather strand
Secure the button in place by adding 10
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Use a sewing needle to stitch the linen
cord tail back through the final lashing
and cut off the excess
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 1
Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Step 13
Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
CONTENTS
FEATURED JEWELRY MAKING TUTORIALS
bull Leather Rose Ring by Lea
bull Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings by Blue
Buddha Boutique
RECOMMENDED READINGS
bull Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
bull Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills and Tools
You Need to Get Started
bull Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop Techniques
and Projects for Weaving With Wire
bull Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Weaving with Rings and Scale Maille
FEATURED INTERVIEW
bull Exclusive with Schelesia
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Blog wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
Membership wwwdiyjewelrymakingcom
Join The Fun
In this monthrsquos issue we are proud to present
to you the wonders of leather and chains
You do much wonders with these mediums
So are you ready for some amazing jewelry
tutorials and designs Then what are you
waiting for Let us dive into these amazing
tutorials and start making ourselves some beautiful jewelry
Editorrsquos Note
Welcome to DIY Jewelry Making
Jane Chew
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Leather Scrap Necklace
Materials - Hole punch - A little sturdier leather - Chain - Jump rings
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Leather Scrap Necklace
First I decided to make myself a necklace I cut out the shapes I wanted
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You will need to make some sort of plan of how you want the necklace to look like before you start to assemble it
Otherwise things could get a little confusing and you will end up punching holes where there should be no holes
Leather Scrap Necklace
I used head pins to make the pendant a bit more stable at the top
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After I finished the necklace I also made a pair of earrings
I think I like the earrings the most
Leather Scrap Necklace
About the Author
Madeleine
My name is Madeleine Im from Sweden and I love everything DIY When Im not working on a project or my never-ending apartment renovation I can usually be found in one of the local antique stores or stalking other DIY-blogs
Find me at
httpragstocouturecom httpswwwfacebookcomragstocouture
httppinterestcomragstocouture
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Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Materials
- 24 inches Greek leather cord
- 6-12 inches glass rhinestone chain
- 48 inches 5-ply waxed linen cord
- 1 each button
- side flush cutter
- scissors
- ruler
- needle
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Making wrapped bracelets just got easier because this simple lashing
technique takes just minutes to learn You can combine leather cord
with rhinestone chain for a sophisticated style or use ball chain and
leather for an industrial look
Step 2 Create a loop to match
the button
Fold the length of Greek leather
cord in half to form the button
loop Size the loop so it will slip
over the button Use waxed linen
cord and a simple overhand knot
to secure the button loop
Follow these steps
Step 1 Gather the tools and
supplies to make a lashed
rhinestone and leather bracelet
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 3 Secure the button loop
Align the waxed linen cord tail with the
leather cord and tightly wrap
approximately 10 lashes (this should
measure about 38 inch)
Step 5 Finish lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Step 4 Begin lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Align the rhinestone chain with the
leather cord and begin lashing Use the
waxed linen cord to tightly lash around
the leather cord and between each
rhinestone setting
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Continue lashing the rhinestone chain to the leather cord Check the
length for fit the rhinestone portion of the bracelet should be one inch
shorter than bracelet size
Clip off any unneeded rhinestone and secure by adding 10 additional
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Step 6 Add and secure the button
Slide the button loop onto the waxed
linen cord and one leather strand
Secure the button in place by adding 10
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Use a sewing needle to stitch the linen
cord tail back through the final lashing
and cut off the excess
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
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Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Blog wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
Membership wwwdiyjewelrymakingcom
Join The Fun
In this monthrsquos issue we are proud to present
to you the wonders of leather and chains
You do much wonders with these mediums
So are you ready for some amazing jewelry
tutorials and designs Then what are you
waiting for Let us dive into these amazing
tutorials and start making ourselves some beautiful jewelry
Editorrsquos Note
Welcome to DIY Jewelry Making
Jane Chew
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Leather Scrap Necklace
Materials - Hole punch - A little sturdier leather - Chain - Jump rings
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Leather Scrap Necklace
First I decided to make myself a necklace I cut out the shapes I wanted
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You will need to make some sort of plan of how you want the necklace to look like before you start to assemble it
Otherwise things could get a little confusing and you will end up punching holes where there should be no holes
Leather Scrap Necklace
I used head pins to make the pendant a bit more stable at the top
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After I finished the necklace I also made a pair of earrings
I think I like the earrings the most
Leather Scrap Necklace
About the Author
Madeleine
My name is Madeleine Im from Sweden and I love everything DIY When Im not working on a project or my never-ending apartment renovation I can usually be found in one of the local antique stores or stalking other DIY-blogs
Find me at
httpragstocouturecom httpswwwfacebookcomragstocouture
httppinterestcomragstocouture
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Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Materials
- 24 inches Greek leather cord
- 6-12 inches glass rhinestone chain
- 48 inches 5-ply waxed linen cord
- 1 each button
- side flush cutter
- scissors
- ruler
- needle
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Making wrapped bracelets just got easier because this simple lashing
technique takes just minutes to learn You can combine leather cord
with rhinestone chain for a sophisticated style or use ball chain and
leather for an industrial look
Step 2 Create a loop to match
the button
Fold the length of Greek leather
cord in half to form the button
loop Size the loop so it will slip
over the button Use waxed linen
cord and a simple overhand knot
to secure the button loop
Follow these steps
Step 1 Gather the tools and
supplies to make a lashed
rhinestone and leather bracelet
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 3 Secure the button loop
Align the waxed linen cord tail with the
leather cord and tightly wrap
approximately 10 lashes (this should
measure about 38 inch)
Step 5 Finish lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Step 4 Begin lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Align the rhinestone chain with the
leather cord and begin lashing Use the
waxed linen cord to tightly lash around
the leather cord and between each
rhinestone setting
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Continue lashing the rhinestone chain to the leather cord Check the
length for fit the rhinestone portion of the bracelet should be one inch
shorter than bracelet size
Clip off any unneeded rhinestone and secure by adding 10 additional
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Step 6 Add and secure the button
Slide the button loop onto the waxed
linen cord and one leather strand
Secure the button in place by adding 10
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Use a sewing needle to stitch the linen
cord tail back through the final lashing
and cut off the excess
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 1
Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Step 13
Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Scrap Necklace
Materials - Hole punch - A little sturdier leather - Chain - Jump rings
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Leather Scrap Necklace
First I decided to make myself a necklace I cut out the shapes I wanted
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You will need to make some sort of plan of how you want the necklace to look like before you start to assemble it
Otherwise things could get a little confusing and you will end up punching holes where there should be no holes
Leather Scrap Necklace
I used head pins to make the pendant a bit more stable at the top
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After I finished the necklace I also made a pair of earrings
I think I like the earrings the most
Leather Scrap Necklace
About the Author
Madeleine
My name is Madeleine Im from Sweden and I love everything DIY When Im not working on a project or my never-ending apartment renovation I can usually be found in one of the local antique stores or stalking other DIY-blogs
Find me at
httpragstocouturecom httpswwwfacebookcomragstocouture
httppinterestcomragstocouture
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Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Materials
- 24 inches Greek leather cord
- 6-12 inches glass rhinestone chain
- 48 inches 5-ply waxed linen cord
- 1 each button
- side flush cutter
- scissors
- ruler
- needle
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Making wrapped bracelets just got easier because this simple lashing
technique takes just minutes to learn You can combine leather cord
with rhinestone chain for a sophisticated style or use ball chain and
leather for an industrial look
Step 2 Create a loop to match
the button
Fold the length of Greek leather
cord in half to form the button
loop Size the loop so it will slip
over the button Use waxed linen
cord and a simple overhand knot
to secure the button loop
Follow these steps
Step 1 Gather the tools and
supplies to make a lashed
rhinestone and leather bracelet
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 3 Secure the button loop
Align the waxed linen cord tail with the
leather cord and tightly wrap
approximately 10 lashes (this should
measure about 38 inch)
Step 5 Finish lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Step 4 Begin lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Align the rhinestone chain with the
leather cord and begin lashing Use the
waxed linen cord to tightly lash around
the leather cord and between each
rhinestone setting
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Continue lashing the rhinestone chain to the leather cord Check the
length for fit the rhinestone portion of the bracelet should be one inch
shorter than bracelet size
Clip off any unneeded rhinestone and secure by adding 10 additional
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Step 6 Add and secure the button
Slide the button loop onto the waxed
linen cord and one leather strand
Secure the button in place by adding 10
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Use a sewing needle to stitch the linen
cord tail back through the final lashing
and cut off the excess
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 1
Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Step 13
Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Scrap Necklace
First I decided to make myself a necklace I cut out the shapes I wanted
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You will need to make some sort of plan of how you want the necklace to look like before you start to assemble it
Otherwise things could get a little confusing and you will end up punching holes where there should be no holes
Leather Scrap Necklace
I used head pins to make the pendant a bit more stable at the top
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After I finished the necklace I also made a pair of earrings
I think I like the earrings the most
Leather Scrap Necklace
About the Author
Madeleine
My name is Madeleine Im from Sweden and I love everything DIY When Im not working on a project or my never-ending apartment renovation I can usually be found in one of the local antique stores or stalking other DIY-blogs
Find me at
httpragstocouturecom httpswwwfacebookcomragstocouture
httppinterestcomragstocouture
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Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Materials
- 24 inches Greek leather cord
- 6-12 inches glass rhinestone chain
- 48 inches 5-ply waxed linen cord
- 1 each button
- side flush cutter
- scissors
- ruler
- needle
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Making wrapped bracelets just got easier because this simple lashing
technique takes just minutes to learn You can combine leather cord
with rhinestone chain for a sophisticated style or use ball chain and
leather for an industrial look
Step 2 Create a loop to match
the button
Fold the length of Greek leather
cord in half to form the button
loop Size the loop so it will slip
over the button Use waxed linen
cord and a simple overhand knot
to secure the button loop
Follow these steps
Step 1 Gather the tools and
supplies to make a lashed
rhinestone and leather bracelet
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 3 Secure the button loop
Align the waxed linen cord tail with the
leather cord and tightly wrap
approximately 10 lashes (this should
measure about 38 inch)
Step 5 Finish lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Step 4 Begin lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Align the rhinestone chain with the
leather cord and begin lashing Use the
waxed linen cord to tightly lash around
the leather cord and between each
rhinestone setting
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Continue lashing the rhinestone chain to the leather cord Check the
length for fit the rhinestone portion of the bracelet should be one inch
shorter than bracelet size
Clip off any unneeded rhinestone and secure by adding 10 additional
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Step 6 Add and secure the button
Slide the button loop onto the waxed
linen cord and one leather strand
Secure the button in place by adding 10
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Use a sewing needle to stitch the linen
cord tail back through the final lashing
and cut off the excess
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Scrap Necklace
I used head pins to make the pendant a bit more stable at the top
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After I finished the necklace I also made a pair of earrings
I think I like the earrings the most
Leather Scrap Necklace
About the Author
Madeleine
My name is Madeleine Im from Sweden and I love everything DIY When Im not working on a project or my never-ending apartment renovation I can usually be found in one of the local antique stores or stalking other DIY-blogs
Find me at
httpragstocouturecom httpswwwfacebookcomragstocouture
httppinterestcomragstocouture
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Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Materials
- 24 inches Greek leather cord
- 6-12 inches glass rhinestone chain
- 48 inches 5-ply waxed linen cord
- 1 each button
- side flush cutter
- scissors
- ruler
- needle
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Making wrapped bracelets just got easier because this simple lashing
technique takes just minutes to learn You can combine leather cord
with rhinestone chain for a sophisticated style or use ball chain and
leather for an industrial look
Step 2 Create a loop to match
the button
Fold the length of Greek leather
cord in half to form the button
loop Size the loop so it will slip
over the button Use waxed linen
cord and a simple overhand knot
to secure the button loop
Follow these steps
Step 1 Gather the tools and
supplies to make a lashed
rhinestone and leather bracelet
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 3 Secure the button loop
Align the waxed linen cord tail with the
leather cord and tightly wrap
approximately 10 lashes (this should
measure about 38 inch)
Step 5 Finish lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Step 4 Begin lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Align the rhinestone chain with the
leather cord and begin lashing Use the
waxed linen cord to tightly lash around
the leather cord and between each
rhinestone setting
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Continue lashing the rhinestone chain to the leather cord Check the
length for fit the rhinestone portion of the bracelet should be one inch
shorter than bracelet size
Clip off any unneeded rhinestone and secure by adding 10 additional
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Step 6 Add and secure the button
Slide the button loop onto the waxed
linen cord and one leather strand
Secure the button in place by adding 10
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Use a sewing needle to stitch the linen
cord tail back through the final lashing
and cut off the excess
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
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Key Step 8
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Step 10 Step 9
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Scrap Necklace
About the Author
Madeleine
My name is Madeleine Im from Sweden and I love everything DIY When Im not working on a project or my never-ending apartment renovation I can usually be found in one of the local antique stores or stalking other DIY-blogs
Find me at
httpragstocouturecom httpswwwfacebookcomragstocouture
httppinterestcomragstocouture
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Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Materials
- 24 inches Greek leather cord
- 6-12 inches glass rhinestone chain
- 48 inches 5-ply waxed linen cord
- 1 each button
- side flush cutter
- scissors
- ruler
- needle
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Making wrapped bracelets just got easier because this simple lashing
technique takes just minutes to learn You can combine leather cord
with rhinestone chain for a sophisticated style or use ball chain and
leather for an industrial look
Step 2 Create a loop to match
the button
Fold the length of Greek leather
cord in half to form the button
loop Size the loop so it will slip
over the button Use waxed linen
cord and a simple overhand knot
to secure the button loop
Follow these steps
Step 1 Gather the tools and
supplies to make a lashed
rhinestone and leather bracelet
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 3 Secure the button loop
Align the waxed linen cord tail with the
leather cord and tightly wrap
approximately 10 lashes (this should
measure about 38 inch)
Step 5 Finish lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Step 4 Begin lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Align the rhinestone chain with the
leather cord and begin lashing Use the
waxed linen cord to tightly lash around
the leather cord and between each
rhinestone setting
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Continue lashing the rhinestone chain to the leather cord Check the
length for fit the rhinestone portion of the bracelet should be one inch
shorter than bracelet size
Clip off any unneeded rhinestone and secure by adding 10 additional
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Step 6 Add and secure the button
Slide the button loop onto the waxed
linen cord and one leather strand
Secure the button in place by adding 10
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Use a sewing needle to stitch the linen
cord tail back through the final lashing
and cut off the excess
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 1
Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Step 13
Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Materials
- 24 inches Greek leather cord
- 6-12 inches glass rhinestone chain
- 48 inches 5-ply waxed linen cord
- 1 each button
- side flush cutter
- scissors
- ruler
- needle
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Making wrapped bracelets just got easier because this simple lashing
technique takes just minutes to learn You can combine leather cord
with rhinestone chain for a sophisticated style or use ball chain and
leather for an industrial look
Step 2 Create a loop to match
the button
Fold the length of Greek leather
cord in half to form the button
loop Size the loop so it will slip
over the button Use waxed linen
cord and a simple overhand knot
to secure the button loop
Follow these steps
Step 1 Gather the tools and
supplies to make a lashed
rhinestone and leather bracelet
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 3 Secure the button loop
Align the waxed linen cord tail with the
leather cord and tightly wrap
approximately 10 lashes (this should
measure about 38 inch)
Step 5 Finish lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Step 4 Begin lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Align the rhinestone chain with the
leather cord and begin lashing Use the
waxed linen cord to tightly lash around
the leather cord and between each
rhinestone setting
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Continue lashing the rhinestone chain to the leather cord Check the
length for fit the rhinestone portion of the bracelet should be one inch
shorter than bracelet size
Clip off any unneeded rhinestone and secure by adding 10 additional
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Step 6 Add and secure the button
Slide the button loop onto the waxed
linen cord and one leather strand
Secure the button in place by adding 10
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Use a sewing needle to stitch the linen
cord tail back through the final lashing
and cut off the excess
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 1
Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Step 13
Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Making wrapped bracelets just got easier because this simple lashing
technique takes just minutes to learn You can combine leather cord
with rhinestone chain for a sophisticated style or use ball chain and
leather for an industrial look
Step 2 Create a loop to match
the button
Fold the length of Greek leather
cord in half to form the button
loop Size the loop so it will slip
over the button Use waxed linen
cord and a simple overhand knot
to secure the button loop
Follow these steps
Step 1 Gather the tools and
supplies to make a lashed
rhinestone and leather bracelet
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 3 Secure the button loop
Align the waxed linen cord tail with the
leather cord and tightly wrap
approximately 10 lashes (this should
measure about 38 inch)
Step 5 Finish lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Step 4 Begin lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Align the rhinestone chain with the
leather cord and begin lashing Use the
waxed linen cord to tightly lash around
the leather cord and between each
rhinestone setting
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Continue lashing the rhinestone chain to the leather cord Check the
length for fit the rhinestone portion of the bracelet should be one inch
shorter than bracelet size
Clip off any unneeded rhinestone and secure by adding 10 additional
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Step 6 Add and secure the button
Slide the button loop onto the waxed
linen cord and one leather strand
Secure the button in place by adding 10
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Use a sewing needle to stitch the linen
cord tail back through the final lashing
and cut off the excess
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 3 Secure the button loop
Align the waxed linen cord tail with the
leather cord and tightly wrap
approximately 10 lashes (this should
measure about 38 inch)
Step 5 Finish lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Step 4 Begin lashing the rhinestone
chain to the leather cord
Align the rhinestone chain with the
leather cord and begin lashing Use the
waxed linen cord to tightly lash around
the leather cord and between each
rhinestone setting
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Continue lashing the rhinestone chain to the leather cord Check the
length for fit the rhinestone portion of the bracelet should be one inch
shorter than bracelet size
Clip off any unneeded rhinestone and secure by adding 10 additional
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Step 6 Add and secure the button
Slide the button loop onto the waxed
linen cord and one leather strand
Secure the button in place by adding 10
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Use a sewing needle to stitch the linen
cord tail back through the final lashing
and cut off the excess
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Continue lashing the rhinestone chain to the leather cord Check the
length for fit the rhinestone portion of the bracelet should be one inch
shorter than bracelet size
Clip off any unneeded rhinestone and secure by adding 10 additional
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Step 6 Add and secure the button
Slide the button loop onto the waxed
linen cord and one leather strand
Secure the button in place by adding 10
tightly-wrapped lashes (about 38 inch)
Use a sewing needle to stitch the linen
cord tail back through the final lashing
and cut off the excess
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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Step 7 Finish the bracelet with an
overhand knot
Finish the bracelet with a single
overhand knot and clip off any excess
leather Slip the loop over the button
and the bracelet is complete
You can combine leather cord with rhinestone chain for a
sophisticated style or use ball chain and leather for an industrial look
This pattern is easily adaptable create single double or triple-
wrapped bracelets using either rhinestone chain or ball chain You
can vary the color of the leather rhinestones and waxed linen cord
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Lashed Rhinestone And Leather Bracelet
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About the Author
Rings amp Things
Rings amp Things is a worldwide supplier of beads jewelry findings and jewelry-making supplies based in Spokane WA Rings amp Things founder Russ Nobbs started his jewelry career in the 1960s selling handmade wire name pins and beaded wire earrings at state fairs around the Pacific Northwest In 1972 after several years on the fair circuit he opened a tiny retail jewelry store in Spokane Washington Over the years the stores earrings were joined by turquoise rings ethnic amp hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry beads and a whole lot more
Find us at
httpwwwrings-thingscom httpswwwfacebookcombeadfans
httpswwwyoutubecomuserringsandthingsvideo
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 1
Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
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Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
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Key Step 14
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Shopify is an ecommerce platform where business owners get to set up
their stores and sell their items For jewelry designers who want to start their
business Shopify provides easy access to features of the website You
need not worry or spend a fortune just to start up your own online business
store Shopify aims to make business better for everyone
Shopify offers free resources so that you can expand your business into the
online world where you can promote your brand and reach out to the
world wide web You can also now attract new clients and be able to sell
your jewelry pieces with a piece of mind
Some of the tools that are offered are invoice generators barcode
generator business card maker gift certificate templates and so on and
so forth
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
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Key Step 8
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Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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These tools are here so that you get to do business hassle free
When using Shopify you can run an online store or in-person ndash as in you
get to set up a stall anywhere you want and on the go Now no matter
where you are you wonrsquot miss an opportunity to promote your business
Because it syncs your storersquos data you can access your store on your
phone and be able to fulfill orders anytime
So far Shopify has powered over 150000 successful stores and herersquos a
couple of jewelry designers who are using Shopify to sell their jewelry
pieces
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 1
Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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Elva Fields Ebony Fleur and BIKO all use Shopifyrsquos templates for their online
shops
1 Elva Fields
2 Ebony Fleur
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 1
Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
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Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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3 BIKO
The template is simple yet enough to
catch the attention of customers and for
the customers to browse through their
selection of items
The userface is simple and straight forward
and easy to maneuver the clean look really
does attract the customers to come back
again Furthermore you are able to
customize the design of your site as you
please
E-Commerce Platform
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Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
E-Commerce Platform
Shopify
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If you are interested in using Shopifyrsquos services you can try out their free 14-
day trial and you can use their facilities and at the end of 14 days you can
choose for yourself if you want to continue to use Shopify or any other
platform that you want to
Take the first step and start your online business today Venture into the
world like never before
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
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Step 10 Step 9
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Genuine Greek leather cord comes round or flat in 1- or 3-yard packages
Featured Jewelry Making Supplies
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Deer-tanned cowhide leather in a pre-cut shape can be stamped carved colored
and finished as desired
Hill Tribes fine silver link bracelets with attached toggle clasp
Rhinestone cupchain gives an extra sparkle to jewelry designs
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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Materials
- 4mm Large Cup Chain
- 48mm Medium Rolo Chain
- 15mm Leather Cord
- Beads with Large Holes
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Rolo Cup Chain Bracelet
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About the Author
Eureka Crystal Beads
Eureka Crystal Beads is a crystal and beading supply company
Browse our easy to use webstore or come visit us in person at one of
the 30+ shows we do throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic
We are committed to bringing you the best selection of the highest
quality beads and components at the lowest prices possible We
carry an astounding assortment of Swarovski crystal beads and
pendants We are also constantly updating our inventory of Czech
crystal both firepolish and pressed glass beads in addition to
findings rondelles pattern kits stringing materials and more
Find us at
httpwwweurekacrystalbeadscom
httpswwwfacebookcomEurekaCrystalBeads
httpeurekacrystalbeadswordpresscom
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 1
Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
Materials
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Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 1
Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Step 13
Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 2
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Step 1
Step 4 Step 3
Step 6 Step 5
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Step 13
Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 8
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Step 7
Step 10 Step 9
Step 12 Step 11
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Step 13
Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key Step 14
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Step 13
Done
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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end
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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end
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ead
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Braided Padlock Bracelet with
Key
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About the Author
Xenia Kuhn
I am Xenia from Berlin Fashion Designer by day and horror movie fan
by night About 3 years ago Ive decided to use my secret
knowledge of sewing and my passion for telling people what to do to
create a blog for everyone with a true DIYer Heart Traveler soul and
Foodie stomach It was always so hard for me to focus on just one
thing maybe thats why my blog is devoted to so many different
things
Blog wwwfashionrollacom
Facebook fan page wwwfacebookcomfashionrolla
Twitter wwwtwittercomfashionrolla
Instagram wwwinstagramcomfashionrolla
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
To some chainmail look so manly but heres something where
chainmail can be funky and stylish Learn to combine chainmail and
leather to make a bracelet that can be both for men and women
The tutorial is catered for beginners or anyone who likes to learn a
simple chainmail weave It has in-depth instructions and ultra-clear
close-up photos at each step Additionally you can ask me question
you have on the tutorial No more getting stuck and frustrated on a
confusing or just plain inaccurate pattern
If you followed this tutorial and then sell the accessory or jewelry
please give credit to the author or DIYjewelrymakingcom
Copyright 2015
wwwdiybeadingclubcom
wwwhandmade-jewelry-clubcom
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Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Materials Needed 4mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
6mm inside dia 18ga Jump rings
3mm Pearls
Black Leather round cord
Tools Needed 2 Flat or chain nose pliers
Scissor
Skill Level Beginner
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Step 1
First lets create a Centipede chainmail pattern
1 - Insert a 3mm pearl into a 6mm jump ring Lets call this ring A
2 - Repeat figure 1 and lets call this ring B You then place B under A
Connect A amp B with a 4mm jump ring
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3 - Repeat 1 so youll have a ring C
Place C under B and connect B amp C
with 4mm jump rings
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Keep repeating the steps until
you have enough and youve
reached your desired length
As you can see here on this
photo I have tied a cord
leather on the 1st ring just to
keep the chainmail form
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When you reach your desired
length connect your last ring
without a pearl
Step 2
Prepare your leather cord thats
about 2x + additional 5 - 6
inches more the length of your
chainmail
Fold the cord and make a loop
on the folded area by tying a
knot
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Step 3
Now insert both ends of the
cord into the ring A like so
The knot will anchor the cord
and prevent it from slipping thru
the ring
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Then insert each end of the
cord thru the 4mm jump rings
Step 4
When you reach the end of the
bracelet loop each cord into
the last ring
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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omm
end
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ead
ings
Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
Then bring the cords side by side
and tie a knot
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Thats it You now have a funky chainmail bracelet
Please do not distribute lend or copy
Do not mass produce
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Funky Chainmail Bracelet
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About the Author
Sky Aldovino
I consider myself a late bloomer when it comes to crafting Irsquom a self-taught jewelry maker Jewelry making wasnrsquot really a hobby of mine but unforeseen events lead me to learn jewellery making My family put up a craft store where we sell cross stitch beads and all sorts of crafting materials I fell in love with the beads and tried to create accessories only for myself Clients liked the pieces and I started customizing handmade jewelleries The craft store was a success for 6 years but like any other small businesses we had to close it down and I was confined to staying at home While at home I had all the time using the internet and now working as a home-based jewelry designer
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Tassel Necklace
Materials
- small pliers
- scissors
- a couple yards of embroidery floss in the color of your choice
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Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
Rec
omm
end
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ead
ings
Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Tassel Necklace
Step 1
Cut 10 strips of leather lace Youll need three of these strips to
make one tassel My necklace has seven tassels on it so that
means I cut twenty-one 10 pieces To create a tassel fold three
pieces in half and wrap one end of your headpin around the
fold using your pliers to secure the headpin and clamp it to the
leather
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Step 2
Add your beads to an end of the headpin that youve left
sticking out Then loop your headpin so that you can use it to
secure the tassel to your necklace Repeat until youve created
as many tassels as you want to be on your necklace Then use a
small piece of embroidery floss to gather all the strands together
and knot tightly
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Tassel Necklace
Step 3
Repeat until youve made as many
tassels as you want
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Step 4
Begin winding a length of leather lace around your embroidery hoop We
just need the big outer ring with the hardware on it Wrap lace tightly until
you come to the end Secure with a knot The wooden hoop is naturally
nice and stretchy and fits easily and comfortably around the neck without
needing to be secured
Step 5
Then double-knot each tassel to your
collar with some more embroidery
floss
Clip all loose threads of embroidery
floss and youre done
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Tassel Necklace
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About the Author
Ellen Mallernee Barnes
Im Ellen Mallernee Barnes a 32-year-old wife mother writer friend mover and shaker This is my near-daily blog about what Im thinking about making wearing and fiddling with around my house Its also a blog about my family and our adventures together I was born and raised in Nashville TN and despite a six-year detour to nearby Knoxville where I went to college met my husband and got my first real job Ive lived in Nashville my whole life Living in the same town your whole life is kind of like losing your virginity to your husband its honorable and romantic but also pretty much a bummer Lucky for me I fall more in love with Nashville each year and my husband and I try to do lots of traveling to satisfy our wanderlust
Find me at httpwwwblackandwhiteandlovedallovercom
httpswwwfacebookcomemallernee httpstwittercombandwandlao
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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end
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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end
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
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ead
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Of Leather amp Chains
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Leather and chains are very good mediums for jewelry making and also these two material really can spice up your jewelry designs Leather cords are usually soft smooth and flexible thus making jewelry pieces easier
Chains can be plain and also be engraved or embedded with designs and this just adds on
to the element of a particular design
You can make jewelry pieces with just leather Be it leather cords or leather pieces the jewelry pieces are still beautiful Like these examples below you can see that with just leather one can still
make a beautiful piece of jewelry
by Vacationhouse by Darmara by UniqueLeatherJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
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There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Of Leather amp Chains
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The same thing goes for chains as well Chain jewelry combined with beads or rhinestones just give off more sparkle and bling
by Estibela by GypsyEarthJewelry by Flocktails
It really is a wonder how much difference can be made by just adding on another material or element to the jewelry piece
And when you combine both leather and chain the results are
just stunning
by 3bjewels by ChandraJewelry
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Of Leather amp Chains
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You can really do wonders with just two materials You can brainstorm for awesome jewelry designs anytime and anywhere
You can try combining two totally different materials and just have some fun
You never know when you would be able to come up with a
beautiful design and you would be able to have your own jewelry store in no time
by pieceofART by TrueHeartStyle by StellasLittleShop
by FireMountainGems by HappyEverythingElse by FireMountainGems
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
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Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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end
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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end
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ead
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Rose Ring
Duration time 15 ndash 3 hours
Difficulty Medium
Materials and equipment - Leather (a piece of leather with size 13x11 cm will be enough)
- Wire (thickness 05-07mm length 25 cm )
- Ring blank
- Cosmetic pad
- PVA glue
- Brush
- Wire Cutters
- Awl
- Hot glue gun
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Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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end
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ead
ings
Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Rose Ring
Patterns
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Step 1
Using the patterns cut out necessary quantity of petals from the
leather
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Rose Ring
Step 2
Fill 1 part of the glass with
PVA glue and the rest with
plain water
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Mix the solution thoroughly
Step 3
Put the petals cut out from
the leather into the solution
and let them soak
completely
Step 4
Cut about 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
of wire with the wire cutters
You can do it much shorter
but itrsquos easier to work with
the wire of 20-25 cm (8rdquo-10rdquo)
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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end
ed R
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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end
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
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ead
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Rose Ring
Step 5
Bend the wire in half
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Step 6
Separate a little piece from
the cosmetic pad
(approximately one fourth)
and place it between two
ends of the wire
Step 7
Dip the tips of your fingers into PVA glue and with the help of glue and cotton
wool construct a basis for the bud
Step 8
Stick the bud onto the pattern A and
check whether the sizes match If the
bud basis made of the cotton wool is
much bigger than the Pattern A petal
try to make the bud tighter with your
fingers or just repeat the same stage
of work using less quantity of cotton
wool
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
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Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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ead
ings
Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Rose Ring
Step 9
Take the leather petals out of
the glue solution and lay
them on the flat surface and
let them dry
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 10
Then wring pressure and
arrange the damp petals tp
your liking (except for petals
A)
Step 11
In 10-20 minutes readjust the petals
the lines must stay and leave them
to go dry completely
Step 12
When all are dry completely
make little holes in the middle of
each petal with the awl
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
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ead
ings
Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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omm
end
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ings
Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Rose Ring
Step 13
Then start pasting the bud made of cotton wool to the petals Pattern A
first then pattern B and at last pattern C
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Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
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Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Rose Ring
Itrsquos better to locate the petals in
chessboard order
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 14
This is a flower we obtain after all petals have been glued together
Step 15
Separate the ends and cut with wire cutters leave only 3-4 mm from each
side
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Rose Ring
Step 16
With the help of hot glue gun stick
the ring blank at the back of the
flower
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Step 17
The result
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Leather Rose Ring
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About the Author
Lea (Jelena)
My name is Lea (Jelena) Irsquom from Latvia - small country near the Baltic Sea Creating flowers and accessories from leather is my hobby since 2011 when I discovered this fantastic material And now designing is one of my biggest passions I work with genuine leather lace and textile
Find me at httpswwwetsycomshopleasstudio
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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omm
end
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ead
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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end
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ead
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
MATERIALS FOR RING - 1 x large jump ring (we used size KK14 in jewelry brass)
- 3 x medium jump rings (we used size J16 in jewelry brass)
- 12-20 x small jump rings for the band (we used size H18 anodized aluminum
in black)3
- 32-40 x tiny rubber o-rings for the band (we used size C19 in black)
Note The number of small and tiny rings you need will depend on how large
you need your ring to be Each set of small rings gives you approx 58 for
the band
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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end
ed R
ead
ings
Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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Step 1
Start by scooping 13 tiny rings onto the open large ring These rings will be
used to attach the center domed rings and the band Close the large ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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ead
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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end
ed R
ead
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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omm
end
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ead
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 2
Open a medium ring scoop 6 tiny rings and then weave the medium ring
through 3 of the tiny rings on the large ring Close the medium ring
Tip You may find it helpful to pinch the rubber rings with your non-dominant
hand to make the part your are weaving through a little bigger and easier
to slip the ring through
Step 3
Open another medium ring and scoop 3 more tiny rings onto it Skip 2 tiny
rings for the band then weave this ring through the next 3 tiny rings on the
large ring as well as the 3 tiny rings on the first medium ring Close this ring
Step 4
Open one final medium ring but do not scoop more tiny rings Weave
through the next 3 tiny rings that as well as the 3 on each of the other
medium rings Close this ring
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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ead
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Step 5
The band is simply a 2-in-2 strip Start by opening a
small ring scooping 2 tiny rings onto it and
weaving it through two of the hanging tiny rings on
the large ring Close this ring and double it Repeat
this until your strip it long enough to wrap around
your finger Donrsquot forget the final set of small rings
will connect to the other two hanging rings you
have left on the large ring
Thatrsquos it ndash yoursquore done Because you used rubber rings the dome will be
flexible so you can shape it to lay how you like
You can use the same size rings to create complimentary earrings Use the
same technique of scooping tiny rings onto the large ring weaving through
these and adding tiny rings to the medium rings to build this shape
Herersquos what we used
MATERIALS FOR EARRINGS - 2 x large jump rings
- 6 x medium jump rings
- 24 x tiny rubber o-rings
- 2 x earwires in complimenting finish
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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ead
ings
Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Black and Gold Ring amp Earrings
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About the Author
Blue Buddha Boutique
Founded in 2003 by self-taught artist Rebeca Mojica our company is one of the largest chainmaille suppliers in the world Originally operated out of Rebecas spare bedroom as a one-woman business Blue Buddha now serves customers in all 50 states and 40 countries Our company fosters relationships with both local and international customers through rigorous online community development and opportunities for professional and creative growth such as our By Artists for Artists design program
Find us at httpwwwbluebuddhaboutiquecom
httpwwwfacebookcomBlueBuddhaBoutique httppinterestcombluebuddhabtq
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
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end
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ead
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Leather Jewellery (Twenty to Make)
This book introduces a range of jewellery items including pendants bracelets bangles earrings rings and a few items of menrsquos jewellery ndash all using leather and suede in addition to beads and pre-bought chains and jewellery findings The techniques involved are simple and require very little in the way of specialist tools
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
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omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Basic Leathercrafting All the Skills
and Tools You Need to Get Started
(How To Basic Series)
Step-by-step instructions and photos illustrate basic leathercrafting techniques from choosing leather stamping and decorating stitching and lacing and finishing Detailed how-to information teaches what you need to learn to get started in this fun and popular craft Both traditional and contemporary styles are covered in this beginnerrsquos guide
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
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Advanced Chain Maille Jewelry
Workshop Weaving with Rings and
Scale Maille
Author Karen Karon begins by reviewing basic chain maille weaves in order to set the stage for the more complex weaves in this book She explains techniques needed when working beyond the basics methods for closing a weave working with micro rings working large scale and using alternative materials in weaves
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Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
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Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
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3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Rec
omm
end
ed R
ead
ings
Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop
Techniques and Projects for
Weaving With Wire
In Chain Maille Jewelry Workshop youll find multiple weaving techniques for making todays most popular chain maille weaves - from simple chains to beaded wonders to intricate DragonscaleJewelry artist and author Karen Karon pairs in-depth step-by-step instructions with color illustrations that show exactly where to place the next jump ring
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Exclusive With Schelesia
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Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Today we have Schelesia Mangus and she is here to let us know how she
has been coping with online business She is an avid beader and she
creates many different things such as birds dragons jewelry and table
top items
She spent 2 years in building an incredible WordPress website but it website
crashed due to Woo Commerce Plug-In and since there was no fix for it
she had to start all over again
For Schelesia she started making Christmas ornaments with her mother since
she was a young girl She grew to love creating things and polished up her
ability for crafting She sold her first creation at the age of 18 and sold her
creations as a hobby until the year 2005 That was when she created Unique
Beaded Gifts and started to get serious about her craft
She creates her own jewelry pieces which she sells on Etsy The CraftStar and
her own website which is Unique Beaded Gifts She also has her Facebook
page at httpswwwfacebookcomUniqueBeadedGifts
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
Everything she created is handcrafted She will also soon be showing off
creative beading and drawing creations by her granddaughters Her
creations of 3D beaded items such as the birds and dragons can take up
from 16 houts to 32 hours each Most of her creations are custom made
and made when ordered Her 3D items which has lights in them take 4 to
12 hours to make and she creates them in bulk to build up stocks Her
schedule is flexible and she can change her schedule to be more
productive
She does not use Etsy as much because she finds that to promote her
items on Etsy takes up a lot of her time which affects her time to create
her items She found TheCraftStarcom and she fell in love with it because
of their handmade platform and there was where she opened her shop
there on January 2013 Her sales are higher at The CraftStar as compared
to Etsy Her own website was a great website which had an incredible
amount of traffic and sales but in November 2014 there were issues with
WordPress and WooCommerce and by February 2015 her site was no
longer functional
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
There were no help or responses from WooCommerce about the plug in
that crashed her site and when there were no fix for it she thought she
was doomed Luckily for her she managed to change her web host with
the help of Go Daddy though she has to rebuild her site and it is
extremely time consuming it is necessary to do so in order to get back her
online traffic and sales And though she loves having her own website she
will still keep her store on The CraftStar as it is a fabulous platform and she
finds that The CraftStar is very supportive of their shop owners She also
feels that by having more than one platform she is able to give her clients
options and also whichever platform they feel comfortable with
She has some tips to give us on how to stay in the business of online selling
1 Schedule your day as you would if you are working for someone else Think like an employer and at the same time an employee and carry out
the duties of both employer and employee Since you have to do both
parts it is essential to schedule and organize your time so that you can be
successful and keep your life afloat Prioritize your needs She starts her
day by planning out her familyrsquos needs then she spends a couple of hours
on promoting her site on social media and adding creations to her online
sites communicating with followers and so on Then another couple of
hours she will spend on managing her finances Remember to haven
lunch And after that she will spend her time creating new creations ideas
and completing that dayrsquos project till about 5pm She then leaves a
couple of hours to prepare food for her family At night she then either
relaxes in front of the television or create or promote her work online
whatever that she wants to as it is her unscheduled time
2 Never work 7 days a week Always take at least 1 day for yourself if not you will burn yourself out and
make the things you love which is creating burdensome You do not
need to take off the same day every week you can change it up or
extend your days off
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful
Exclusive With Schelesia
BLOG DIY JEWELRY MAKING ISSUE 33 BLOG WWWHANDMADE-JEWELRY-CLUBCOM MEMBERSHIP WWWDIYJEWELRYMAKINGCOM
3 Organize your business workspace from your creative space Her workspace is in the same room Though it is small she has organized it
properly so that creativity and business are kept separated
For example when the business side overwhelms her she moves away
from the business side to the other side of the room to take a breath and
clear her mind before going back to work
4 Good Bookkeeping If you do not track your expenses you may be overwhelmed and you will
have less time to create and this may lead to problems in your business
She like QuickBooks software as it is easy and you can customize it to
meet your needs She has been trained and certified in QuickBooks and
she can help people who need help You can use spread sheets and
easily track your finances If you canrsquot figure it out there are many people
who are willing to help you out
5 Love what you do and never give up You should always love what you do if not you cannot be successful at it
Never give up just because you bump into some issues because you may
have another sale when you receive the next email No matter what
others say if you love what you do you will be successful