10 DIY Beaded Bracelets for Every Occasion

November 17, 2016 by FaveCrafts 1 Comment

I used to wear a watch every single day until it broke. I couldn’t really fix it, and after a few days of going to work with a bare wrist, I got the itch. Do you ever feel that itch? Do you ever feel that need to have something decorative on your arm? As a temporary fix, I put together a couple of quick DIY beaded bracelets. They were simple, colorful, and fun, and at the time, I considered these bracelets as only a replacement to ward off that bare-wrist itch until I found a new watch. Little did I know that this temporary fix would become a regular jewelry-crafting habit.

If you’ve ever spent hours searching the web for beautiful watches, you already know that the ones you will want to show off are super expensive. In this day and age, watches are more for decoration than for practical purposes, too. We can always just check the time on our phones, right? Bracelets, on the other hand, can be cute and bubbly or decadent and ornate for way less money. For the price of one gorgeous watch, you can make a crazy amount of bracelets. In crafting DIY beaded bracelets, I soon found myself making them for every occasion. I had bracelets for formal parties, small gatherings, summer outings, holidays, trips to the beach, and everything else under the sun! What started off as a simple bandage for my broken watch problem became a fun craft to pair with my daily wardrobe. These crafts also made phenomenal DIY gift ideas for friends, loved ones, nieces, cousins, etc.

10 DIY Beaded Bracelets You’ll Absolutely Love

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I’ve listed 10 fantastic DIY beaded bracelets. Are there any amazing bracelets that you think should be featured in this list?

Five Forever Fashionable Flower DIY Jewelry Projects

July 1, 2014 by AllFreeJewelryMaking 1 Comment

While flowers may drive our allergies mad during the spring and summer seasons, we can not help but love them. Always happy and cheerful, DIY jewelry projects with flowers are the perfect way to make your outfits “pop” with color and dimension. AllFreeJewelryMaking has put together some of their favorite flower jewelry pieces for you to make to brighten up your summer. These five forever fashionable flower DIY jewelry ideas are guaranteed to make you look just as elegant and charming as the crafted flowers you wear.

You will love each of these five pieces so much that you will want to make them all. Luckily, each project comes with detailed and easy-to-follow instructions, so you will be wearing your blooming flower bracelet, necklace, earrings, ring, and brooch in no time at all. Flowers have inspired some of the greatest love poems ever written, so why shouldn’t these five flower projects inspire your style this summer?

Blooming Since the 1920s DIY Necklace

If you love the 1920s style, then you will fall in love with this Anthro-Inspired Vintage Brooch Necklace. This vintage DIY jewelry project is perfect for those of you who love to wear those classic pearls and elegant brooches. Make something new with an old style by making this graceful necklace.

Anthro-Inspired Vintage Brooch Necklace

And, if you love this 1920s inspired necklace, make this elegant and chic hair accessory to go with it. You will feel like you have truly traveled back in time when you when put on your vintage necklace and Royal Blue Flapper Hair Clip.

Blossoming Burlap Hemp DIY Bracelet

When you think of summer bracelets, you think of hemp. This Bohemian Hemp Bracelet adds a little twist to the ever popular hemp bracelets by incorporating burlap into its design. As a result, you get a rustically beautiful flower cuff bracelet.

Bohemian Hemp Bracelet

Flourishing Darling Daisy DIY Earrings

Learn how to crotchet wire earrings together with this Pretty Daisy Drop Earrings tutorial. Simple yet adorable, this DIY jewelry project is fun and creative. These affordable and delicate earrings go with almost every outfit, and will cheer up your appearance. You cannot help but smile when you are around daisies.

Pretty Daisy Drop Earrings

Love Daisies? Make some Clay Flower Hair Pins to go with your dainty daisy earrings. They are a great way to add some style to your hair this summer.

Waking White Chrysanth DIY Brooch

The best way to brighten up any shirt of jacket is with a beautiful brooch. With white such a popular color this season, why not combine the two? With the Silky Chrysanth Brooch on, you will have made your outfit elegant, classic, and stylish. To make your brooch “pop” even more, wear it on a black jacket or shirt.

Silky Chrysanth Brooch

Flourishing Revitalized Rose DIY Ring

Roses are forever classic and elegant, so why not make a ring that will be always stylish? This Radiant Rose Ring is the perfect DIY jewelry project for you to make next. You will not find a more stunning DIY ring anywhere else.

Radiant Rose Ring

Love these five flower projects? Then be sure to check out AllFreeJewelryMaking for the latest flower projects!

How do you incorporate floral into your summer outfits?

Discover What Shape You Are: Jewelry in Six Stylish Geometric Shapes

June 14, 2014 by AllFreeJewelryMaking 1 Comment

Geometric shapes are the hottest jewelry trend. Fun, festive, and funky, geometric jewelry is the perfect way to stay stylish while letting a little loose this summer. Hot summer days in the office or at the park with your children can be long, so spice it up with any of these stunning DIY jewelry pieces below. Since everyone is pulled in every direction during the summer, whether it is driving to summer camps, sport practices, or “play dates,” making all six DIY crafts may seem overwhelming. So, to choose which geometric jewelry piece best fits you, discover what shape you are with the list below that AllFreeJewelryMaking has put together for you! You do not need any knowledge in geometry to rock your geometric jewelry shape; all you need is your free jewelry tutorial and the desire to wear one of these stylish statement pieces.

Geometric Shape # 1: The Tame Triangles

This modern DIY necklace is for those who want to stay stylish but do not think geometric shapes are necessarily for them. Chic and classy, this Triangle Geometric Necklace is perfect for every occasion and is easy to make. Just because it is geometric does not mean that it cannot stay simple.

Triangle Geometric Necklace

Geometric Shape # 2: The Quirky Multidimensional

Our hands are always moving, so dress them up with rings that have some movement and dimensionality. These Geometric Bead Rings are a great and simple way to make your appearance “pop” with style this summer. Instead of getting a manicure to dress up your hands, just put on one of these rings and you will instantly feel refreshed.

Geometric Bead Rings

Geometric Shape # 3: A Sleek Six-Sided

Go for an even six-sided hexagon with this Modern Geometric Pendant. This piece is the perfect necklace for the office, as it looks great paired with a suit. Chic and simple, it is a statement piece that means business. Whoever said business clothes and creative fashion did not mesh well never saw this DIY necklace.

Modern Geometric Pendant

Geometric Shape # 4: Simply Sweet Squares

For those of you characterized as “sweet” and “kindhearted,” these Contempo Turquoise Earrings are just for you. Classic and dainty, these geometric earrings will make everyone of your summer outfits elegant. Yes, that is right, geometric shapes are not just crazy. They can be elegant too.

Contempo Turquoise Earrings

Geometric Shape # 5: The Boldly Radical Rectangles

These beautiful and bold earrings are for someone who likes to have some fun with her jewelry. The energetic Deco Darling Earrings are perfect if you are not afraid to show your vintage side with some art deco styles from the 1920s and 1930s. Try something new this summer by bringing back the old and make this DIY craft.

Deco Darling Earrings

Geometric Shape # 6: The Delightful Doodle

These simple and fun Metal Bubble Earrings are the need-to-have pair of earrings for all hoping to either stay youthful a little longer or add a little more vigor to their appearance. These earrings combine a classic format with a creative geometric design, making them great summer statement earrings to wear any day of the week.

Metal Bubble Earrings

So, which geometric shape are you?

All Aboard: 8 Nautical DIY Jewelry Projects

May 26, 2014 by AllFreeJewelryMaking 5 Comments

Climb aboard the summer nautical trend by making DIY nautical jewelry. From the high seas to high fashion, nautical jewelry is making a splash. Embrace this beach-worthy trend with some fun knotted projects. Whether you are preparing for sailing season, or just looking to mix up your jewelry style, nautical jewelry is a easy and accessible trend to try. Most knotted jewelry patterns require very little tools and are easily customizable to fit your jewelry making needs.

We know that you like to be on trend, yet be your own fashion force. That is why we at AllFreeJewelryMaking have compiled this collection of a variety of nautical DIY projects. Infuse bright neon colors into your designs, or embrace the bold, timeless look of navy and white. The possibilities for making nautical inspired jewelry are endless. From sail-boat worthy pieces to beach-wedding designs to nautical patterns you wear all year round, there is something for everyone in this collection of nautical jewelry patterns.

Nautical Braided Bracelet

Get ready to sail the ocean blue with this Nautical Braided Bracelet. Made from leather cords and a solid braid, this DIY bracelet is tough enough to withstand any typhoon that comes your way. The cheerful colors evoke the cry of seagulls and the crash of waves. As an added bonus this red, white, and blue designs evokes a sense of patriotic pride too. It’s the perfect bracelet to wear on Memorial Day and the Fourth of July, but it is also subtle enough to wear all summer long!

Bright Nautical Knot Necklace

Nautical does not have to be all about navy and white. Create a bold nautical-inspired look with this Bright Nautical Knot Necklace. Be on trend, but still craft your own unique nautical look with this bright neon pink knot DIY necklace. If neon is not your style, you can still test out other colors for your nautical jewelry making. This Black and Gold Nautical Bracelet is perfect to wear all year round, and serves as a good reminder that you can set sail for jewelry making inspiration during any season.

Nautical-Inspired Necklace

It’s sailing season, and you need to look great. Chances are, you never thought you would don a rope as a necklace, but the cord blends well into this recycled, Nautical Inspired-Necklace. This necklace is so stunning it could even be your something blue for a beach wedding! If you are looking for more ways to incorporate nautical designs into your wedding attire, check out Beautiful Beach Jewelry: 22 Beach Wedding Jewelry Ideas.

Nautical Knot Necklace

There are so many nautical designs, it can be hard to choose what to make. You can focus on the chain of the necklace and make a Finger Knitted Nautical Necklace, or learn How to Make a Nautical Rope Necklace. You can make a bold pop of color statement piece like with the Nautical Poppies Necklace and Bracelet Set. Sometimes though, you just want to go with a simple traditional design like this Nautical Knot Necklace. Classic and cool in navy and white, this knotted necklace is sure to be a favorite in your summer DIY jewelry collection.

What is your favorite nautical jewelry design?

Jewelry for Graduation: DIY Graduation Gift Ideas

April 20, 2014 by AllFreeJewelryMaking Leave a Comment

It’s graduation season! Late spring is typically the time known for graduations, and with celebrations comes the process of gift giving. Finding the right gift for any occasion can be a daunting task, and it can be especially hard to find just the right gift to give to the graduates in your life. You want to find something practical, yet also unique. This is why you can never go wrong with a lovely piece of homemade jewelry as the perfect gift idea. In this collection of Jewelry for Graduation: 12 Graduation Gift Ideas, you will find stellar DIY jewelry gift ideas for graduations. From homemade necklaces to DIY bracelets, you are sure to find the right piece of jewelry to give to the graduate in your life.

DIY Necklaces for Graduation

Pearl necklaces are a classic piece of jewelry, so they would be a great gift for any graduate. But what if you are bored with plain white pearls? Learn how to make necklaces in every color of the rainbow with this amazing tutorial for How to Make a Custom Color Pearl Necklace. Spice up the classic pearl necklace design with a little pop of color! If pearls are not your thing, check out these other fabulous DIY necklace ideas.

Homemade Bracelets for Graduation

For adventurous graduates, consider this Parisian Charm Bracelet. Perfect for jet-setters at heart, you can customize this piece with photos of places you know the graduate will want to visit. This piece is a great reminder their journey is just beginning. Find more bracelet gift ideas for graduation in our collection.

Other DIY Gifts for Graduation

Not satisfied with just a necklace or bracelet? Consider a DIY Love Knot Jewelry Set. Recipients will adore having a matching jewelry set, and you will love how easy this dainty wire-wrapped jewelry pieces are to make. Take a look at the rest of our collection for more DIY gift ideas.

Be sure to visit AllFreeJewelryMaking for even more gift giving ideas!

What DIY gifts have you made for the graduates in your life?

Late spring is typically the season for graduations, and with celebrations comes the process of gift giving. It can be hard to find just the right gift to give to the graduates in your life. Still, you can never go wrong with a lovely piece of homemade jewelry as the perfect gift idea. In this collection of Jewelry for Graduation: 12 Graduation Gift Ideas, you will find stellar DIY jewelry gift ideas. From homemade necklaces to DIY bracelets, you are sure to find the right piece of jewelry to give to the graduate

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Jewelry Crafts for the New Year: 18 DIY Projects

December 28, 2013 by AllFreeJewelryMaking Leave a Comment

The arrival of a new year is a momentous occasion, and making some DIY jewelry is the perfect way to commemorate the celebration. The right piece of jewelry can be the perfect finishing touch on a New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day outfit. Even if your party ensemble is already set, there is nothing better than starting off the new year with a new piece of homemade jewelry.

We at AllFreeJewelryMaking know that this time of year can be pretty hectic; so, we have compiled a list for you of some of our favorite jewelry pieces for New Year’s Eve and the New Year. Whether you are looking for some bling for a holiday party, or are looking to take up a new challenge for the new year, we’ve got you covered with some awesome New Year projects.

New Year’s Eve Jewelry

Whether you are looking for glamorous DIY earrings, a festive necklace, a fantastic bracelet, or a dazzling ring, we have what you are searching for in this collection of jewelry projects for New Year’s Eve. Here is a sample of some of our coolest New Year’s Eve jewelry pieces:

For even more New Year’s Eve jewelry crafts, check out 20 Jewelry Crafts for New Year’s Eve.

Festive DIY Jewelry Projects

New Year’s Eve is a blast, but there is no reason to only have one night to show off your fancy homemade jewelry pieces. If you are looking for festive projects to wear on New Year’s Day and throughout the new year for special occasions and parties, we have some special treats for you.

Beginner Projects to Start Making in the New Year

The start of the new year is a great time to take on new goals and challenges. These beginner projects are perfect for jewelry making novices and still fun for expert jewelry maker. 2014 is your year to be a jewelry creator. Get started with these stylish, yet simple projects.

For more jewelry projects through the new year, be sure to check in at AllFreeJewelryMaking.com for the latest DIY jewelry projects and trends!

Trends for 2014: 7 DIY Jewelry Projects to Make

December 9, 2013 by AllFreeJewelryMaking 3 Comments

One of the best things about the end of the calendar year is waiting in anticipation for what the new year will bring. Wishes and goals are common this time of year, but learning about and seeing new trends is always the most exciting experience of the season, especially when it comes to trending jewelry styles. As most jewelry fans know, accessories can be expensive. Just a simple necklace, a couple of cute bracelets, a bold ring or two, or a few pairs of earrings can easily add anywhere from $25 to $50 at a minimum to your shopping expenses. It’s always better when you can find knockoff designs for less. You should never have to choose between staying on trend or spending all the money you have, and now you don’t have to.

AllFreeJewelryMaking has compiled a list of Trends for 2014: 7 DIY Jewelry Projects that will allow you to be on point with your style, but spend much less than you would in stores. These DIY jewelry ideas are easy, budget-friendly, and stylish. Whether you are new to making your own accessories or a seasoned homemade jewelry creator, make it your goal this coming year to make these trendy DIY projects.

Want to know a secret you don’t have to keep? Lock and key necklaces and bracelets, and even earrings, are definitely in style. You can go for bold metallic pieces like the Rodarte look, or stick with a subtler touch, and create your own Braided Padlock Bracelet.

Though it may seem like spring is far away, the fashion world from Miori to Mathon is already abuzz about pieces featuring birds, bees, and butterflies. If you want a noteworthy piece that follows this trend, this Buzzworthy Bee Cuff is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Link yourself up with this fun chain necklace trend. With this 5 Minute Gold Necklace, you can create a shimmering necklace in a flash, and save a fortune compared to splurging for a Valentino chain design.

Be on the lookout for seed bead fringe or delicate metal chains on earrings or necklaces. Make a stunning homemade necklace like this DIY Beaded Fringe Necklace or a Jazz Age Torque Necklace, or create gorgeous DIY earrings like these Seed Bead Tassel Earrings.

Nature-inspired jewelry like this Oscar de la Renta piece has an elegant feel; but you can get this lovely look for less by crafting your own Good as Gold 3-Level Necklace or an Autumn Leaves Necklace.

Pins and brooches are a great way to add color and dimension to any ensemble. Add them to your wardrobe this season by starting with this stunning Beaded Satin Flower Brooch.

Still looking for the right jewelry piece for your collection? Be sure to visit AllFreeJewelryMaking for more trendy DIY jewelry projects throughout the year!

Which trend are you looking forward to seeing in 2014?

How to Rock the Hardware Store Jewelry Trend

May 2, 2013 by AllFreeJewelryMaking 2 Comments

Ladies, I’ve finally found a hobby you and your man can both enjoy: shopping at the hardware store! No really, hear me out. The hardware store jewelry trend has been on fire for some time with no sign of fizzling out any time soon. Why not combine the hubby’s love of home improvement with your love of jewelry making with these hot hardware store jewelry tutorials? Perusing the plumbing supplies might just become your new favorite couple’s activity. Check out these super chic hardware jewelry DIYs and clear your schedule for this Saturday, because you and your man have a date at Home Depot.

The shiny golds and coppers of hardware make the perfect complement to colorful jewelry materials. Take these Color Pop Hardware Store Bracelets, for example. They’ve been popping up all over Pinterest, and I can’t get enough of them! The combination of the bright embroidery thread and the shiny gold hardware give these bracelets double the punch. They’re so addictive and easy to make, you’ll have to have one in every color.

Bored with basic bezels? Take a trip to the hardware store and get inspired! That’s how this Stones Set in Copper Bracelet was made. A copper test cap becomes a basin of a bezel ready to be filled with stones, crystals, and beads and then sealed up with jewelry making glue or epoxy. Nothing could be easier. Plus, this hardware store solution will save you a pretty penny; this copper cap cost only $1.50!

I’m in love with this DIY Utility Rope Necklace from Honestly…WTF. This DIY necklace project combines two trends in one: hardware and neons. The colors, textures, and materials somehow all combine together to create DIY jewelry magic, and I, for one, am under its spell. This statement necklace has a tribal vibe that I am totally digging.

Sometimes you don’t need crazy colors and you can just let the hardware speak for itself. That’s the aesthetic behind this simple DIY Hardware Necklace design from One of Each. Made with nothing more than rope and various hardware store supplies, this standout necklace needs no bells and whistles to make a statement. Pair it with a stark black tee for that edgy rocker effect.

Hex nut bracelets are one of the most popular projects to come out of hardware jewelry mania. The great thing about the DIY Hex Nut Bracelet is that it’s low on effort but big on impact. There are a lot of tutorials out there for making hex nut bracelets and probably many different ways to do so, but this one simply uses basic braiding to get the effect. It’s super simple and still has that edgy, industrial, don’t-mess-with-me look.

There’s no need to choose between expressing your girly side or your edgy side. With hardware jewelry, you can show off both of those sides at once! Get more hardware jewelry inspiration with these free tutorials:

Would you wear hardware store jewelry?

AllFreeJewelryMaking Giveaway: Creating Beaded & Wire Earrings

October 15, 2012 by AllFreeJewelryMaking 1 Comment

Looking for new ways to work with beads and wire? Well, whether your look is more “Vintage Fun” or “Glitz and Glamour,” you’ll find earring designs to suit your jewelry making style in Creating Beaded & Wire Earrings. This inspirational project book features 35 step-by-step tutorials for dazzling and stylish earrings, and we’re giving away a free copy to one lucky winner!

You might expect an entire book featuring only wire earring projects to get a bit repetitive, but this could not be further from the case with Creating Beaded & Wire Earrings. Each earring design is completely unique and brings something different to the table. Learn new ways to weave and wrap wire, from tight coils to square spirals, elegant loops to hammered squiggles. Find new ways to feature beads of all kinds and sizes, from seed beads to crystals, glass beads to gemstones. Follow along with the amazing and clear tutorials step by step to create the exact designs you see, or use the imaginative ideas you find to inspire your own original creations.

Creating Beaded & Wire Earrings provides you with all the knowledge, instruction, and inspiration you need to begin making your own beautiful bead and wire earrings! The contest ends October 22, 2012, and you can enter once a day, so keep entering to improve your chances!

Here are some fabulous bead and wire earring tutorials to keep you busy while you wait:

Have you ever tried making wire earrings? How did they turn out?

AllFreeJewelryMaking Giveaway: Easy Beading Vol. 7

July 17, 2012 by AllFreeJewelryMaking 1 Comment

Hey, beginner beaders: Are you sick of simply stringing beads on a cord? Want to take your jewelry making skills to the next level? Then Easy Beading Vol. 7 is the project book for you. Find tutorials and inspiration in all areas of beading in the glossy pages of this comprehensive, full-color jewelry making guide book. And today’s your lucky day, because we’re giving away a copy of this DIY dream book to one lucky winner! Yippee!

Gemstones, crystals, glass, ceramic, pearls, fabric, wire–all of this and more is included in Easy Beading, Vol. 7, a collection of the best projects from the seventh year of BeadStyle magazine. This gorgeous pattern book includes easy-to-make yet beautiful jewelry projects that encompass all techniques and areas of jewelry making, so whether you’re a beader or a wireworker, there are projects here for you. The tutorials you find in this jewelry making guide look stunning and of professional quality, but they’re all very simple to make, even for beginners. You’ll never have to buy jewelry again with this book; you’ll have all the inspiration you need to create a custom piece for every outfit and occasion. Plus, you’ll have endless ideas for birthday gifts, Christmas presents, Mother’s Day gifts, and more!

What can you look forward to if you’re the lucky winner of this awesome project book? Here are some free beaded jewelry tutorials from BeadStyle magazine to give you a little sneak peek at the kind of gorgeous projects you can expect to see:

Contest ends July 30, 2012. You can enter once daily, so return often to improve your chances of winning!