Designing Strung Jewelry: Beyond the Basics

Stringing is a fundamental jewelry technique that's easy to learn and is a starting point for many who are new to beading. If you're new to beading and jewelry making, see our expert guide, Stringing 101: Bead Stringing Basics.

Move beyond the basics with specialized findings, a varied combination of beads, fun embellishments, and specialized tools hand-picked by our design team. Watch the recording of our live class and Q&A to learn more all about creating strung jewelry.

Czech Fire Polished Glass, Faceted Round Beads 6mm, Crystal Copper Rainbow Half-Coat (25 Pieces)
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Czech Fire Polished Glass, Faceted Round Beads 6mm, Crystal Copper Rainbow Half-Coat (25 Pieces)

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Fire polished beads are glass beads that are faceted by machine. The edges and surface are then given a softer, polished look by placing the beads...

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Czech Fire Polished Glass, Faceted Round Beads 4mm, Crystal Copper Rainbow Half-Coat (40 Pieces)
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Czech Fire Polished Glass, Faceted Round Beads 4mm, Crystal Copper Rainbow Half-Coat (40 Pieces)

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Fire polished beads are glass beads that are faceted by machine. The edges and surface are then given a softer, polished look by placing the beads...

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True2 Czech Fire Polished Glass, Faceted Round Beads 2mm, Aqua Vitrail (50 Pieces)
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True2 Czech Fire Polished Glass, Faceted Round Beads 2mm, Aqua Vitrail (50 Pieces)

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From The Beadsmith collection come the faceted True2 fire polished beads. The edges and surface are then given a softer, polished look by placing ...

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Magnetic Clasps, Beaded Sphere with Rhinestones 16x10mm, Gold Tone (1 Set)
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Magnetic Clasps, Beaded Sphere with Rhinestones 16x10mm, Gold Tone (1 Set)

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This spherical magnetic clasp has a beaded texture with rhinestones adorning the entire surface. Great for lighter weight necklaces and bracelets....

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Soft Flex, 21 Strand Fine Beading Wire .014 Inch Thick, Satin Silver
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Soft Flex, 21 Strand Fine Beading Wire .014 Inch Thick, Satin Silver

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Soft Flex beading wire has more body than string and cord, and more flexibility than regular 3-strand wire. It has a soft drape, a high resistance...

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Standard Size Beading Crimping Pliers (For 2x2mm & 2x1mm Crimp Beads)
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Standard Size Beading Crimping Pliers (For 2x2mm & 2x1mm Crimp Beads)

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The original patented crimping pliers - made for crimping 2mm wide crimp beads on wire and cord measuring .021 in. diameter and thinner. If you ar...

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Soft Flex Metallics, 49 Strand Medium Beading Wire .019 Inch Thick, Copper Color (30 Feet)
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Soft Flex Metallics, 49 Strand Medium Beading Wire .019 Inch Thick, Copper Color (30 Feet)

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This Metallics Wire from Soft Flex has more body than string and cord, and more flexibility than regular 3-strand beading wire. It has a soft drap...

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Beadalon Beading Wire Silver Color 7 Strand .018 Inch / 30Ft
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Beadalon Beading Wire Silver Color 7 Strand .018 Inch / 30Ft

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Beadalon "Silver Color" wire is comprised of a blend of tarnish-resistant metals with an actual precious Silver Plating. then a nylon coating is s...

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Beadalon Wire Gold Color 7 Strand .015 Inch / 30Ft
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Beadalon Wire Gold Color 7 Strand .015 Inch / 30Ft

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This metallic wire has a clear nylon coating over gold colored, tarnish-resistant alloy wire. This colored beading wire is made to show through, ...

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Beadalon Wire "Satin Silver" 19 Strand .018 Inch / 30Ft
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Beadalon Wire "Satin Silver" 19 Strand .018 Inch / 30Ft

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Beadalon stainless steel beading wire has a flexible Silver Color nylon coating that is sealed on. The coating is slightly matte with a "satin" fi...

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Beadalon Crimp Beads, Tube 4 Sizes Mix, Silver Plated (600 Pieces)
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Beadalon Crimp Beads, Tube 4 Sizes Mix, Silver Plated (600 Pieces)

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Bright Silver Plating over Solid Brass. This variety pack contains four individual plastic tubes, each containing a different size bead. You wil...

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Beadalon Beading Wire Gold Color 19 Strand .015 Inch / 15 Feet
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Beadalon Beading Wire Gold Color 19 Strand .015 Inch / 15 Feet

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Beadalon "Gold Color" is comprised of a blend of tarnish-resistant alloy metals with an actual Gold Plating. Finished with a clear nylon coating. ...

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Beadalon Bead Bumpers, Round Silicone Spacers 1.5mm, Clear (50 Pieces)
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Beadalon Bead Bumpers, Round Silicone Spacers 1.5mm, Clear (50 Pieces)

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These Bead Bumpers from Beadalon are small rubber beads that can be used as a handy alternative to knotting when spacing out beads, pearls, and fo...

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Beadalon Bead Bumpers, Oval Silicone Spacers 1.5mm, Satin Gold (50 Pieces)
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Beadalon Bead Bumpers, Oval Silicone Spacers 1.5mm, Satin Gold (50 Pieces)

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These Bead Bumpers from Beadalon are small rubber beads that can be used as a handy alternative to knotting when spacing out beads, pearls, and fo...

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The Beadsmith Flex-Rite Beading Wire, 7 Strand .02" Thick, 30 Foot Spool, Clear
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The Beadsmith Flex-Rite Beading Wire, 7 Strand .02" Thick, 30 Foot Spool, Clear

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Flex-Rite Beading Wire offers a variety of choices for creating professional looking bead jewelry. Flex-Rite uses state of the art micro-wire tech...

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The Beadsmith 3 Bead Mats and Tray Combination
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The Beadsmith 3 Bead Mats and Tray Combination

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This kit is a combination of BeadSmith's large beading mats and tray. Includes: One pack of 3 beading mats measuring 11x14 inches. One beading ...

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Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Dog Teeth Amethyst Amethyst, Matte Round 8mm (8 Inch Strand)
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Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Dog Teeth Amethyst Amethyst, Matte Round 8mm (8 Inch Strand)

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Dog teeth amethyst gemstone beads from Dakota Stones. This stone is a deep and light purple mix with white inclusion. This stone is a combination ...

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Crimp Bead Covers, 5mm, Gold Tone (144 Pieces)
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Crimp Bead Covers, 5mm, Gold Tone (144 Pieces)

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At last! A budget version of crimp bead covers, to cover your unsightly crimp beads. Gently squeeze shut around the crimped bead using your larges...

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Wire & Thread Protectors, 144 Pieces, Silver Color (.019 Inch Loops)
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Wire & Thread Protectors, 144 Pieces, Silver Color (.019 Inch Loops)

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Wire Protectors hide and protect thread and beading wire up to .019 Inch diameter from the everyday wear and tear caused by toggles, clasps or oth...

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Wire & Thread Protectors, 144 Pieces, Gold Color (.019 Inch Loops)
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Wire & Thread Protectors, 144 Pieces, Gold Color (.019 Inch Loops)

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Wire Protectors hide and protect thread and beading wire up to .019 Inch diameter from the everyday wear and tear caused by toggles, clasps or oth...

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TierraCast 22K Gold Plated Pewter 3-Strand Reducer Bead Bars 14.8mm (2 Pieces)
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TierraCast 22K Gold Plated Pewter 3-Strand Reducer Bead Bars 14.8mm (2 Pieces)

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This lead-free pewter item is plated with fine 22K Gold. "Bali Beaded" design, these reducers will keep your Three strand bracelets and necklaces...

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Crimp Bead Covers, Stardust Sparkle 4mm, Silver Plated (144 Pieces)
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Crimp Bead Covers, Stardust Sparkle 4mm, Silver Plated (144 Pieces)

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Add a touch of sparkle to your project with these glittering stardust crimp covers! A new way to cover your unsightly crimp beads. Gently squeeze ...

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Crimp Bead Covers, Fluted 4mm, Gold Plated (144 Pieces)
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Crimp Bead Covers, Fluted 4mm, Gold Plated (144 Pieces)

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Add a touch of elegance to your project with these fluted crimp covers! A new way to cover your unsightly crimp beads. Gently squeeze shut around ...

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Gunmetal Wire & Thread Protectors .019 Inch Loops (50 Pieces)
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Gunmetal Wire & Thread Protectors .019 Inch Loops (50 Pieces)

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Wire Protectors hide and protect thread and beading wire up to .019 Inch diameter from the everyday wear and tear caused by toggles, clasps or oth...

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