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.

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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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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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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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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The Beadsmith Crimp Beads, Tube 4 Color Assorted Variety Pack 2x2mm (500 Pieces)
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The Beadsmith Crimp Beads, Tube 4 Color Assorted Variety Pack 2x2mm (500 Pieces)

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Crimp tube beads of four different metal finishes, all in one convenient pack. The variety will inspire you! Approximately 125 each of Silver Pla...

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Beadalon Bead Bumpers, Oval Silicone Spacers 2mm, Clear (50 Pieces)
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Beadalon Bead Bumpers, Oval Silicone Spacers 2mm, 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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TierraCast Bright 22K Gold Plated Lead-Free Pewter Disk Heishi Spacer Beads 4mm (50 Pieces)
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TierraCast Bright 22K Gold Plated Lead-Free Pewter Disk Heishi Spacer Beads 4mm (50 Pieces)

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Lead-Free TierraCast pewter, plated with genuine 22K Gold in a bright finish. Small 4mm spacer beads, great for spacing out beads in necklace, br...

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Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings 4mm 19 Gauge Heavy (25 pcs)
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Sterling Silver Open Jump Rings 4mm 19 Gauge Heavy (25 pcs)

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These open sterling silver jump rings are great for attaching clasps and charms to necklaces & bracelets. Add the beautiful glow of sterling ...

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Crimp Beads, 2x2mm, Sterling Silver (20 Pieces)
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Crimp Beads, 2x2mm, Sterling Silver (20 Pieces)

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If you are stringing beads on beading wire like Soft Flex, Tigertail, Accuflex or Beadalon, you need crimp beads! These sterling silver crimps are...

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Sterling Silver Closed Jump Rings Twisted 8mm 20 Gauge (10 pcs)
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Sterling Silver Closed Jump Rings Twisted 8mm 20 Gauge (10 pcs)

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These 8mm sterling silver twisted wire jump rings have been soldered closed. Useful as the female half of clasps or as the end ring over which yo...

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Xuron Micro-Shear Flush Cutter Pliers - Cuts Up To 18 Gauge Wire (1mm) Thick,  (1 Piece)
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Xuron Micro-Shear Flush Cutter Pliers - Cuts Up To 18 Gauge Wire (1mm) Thick, (1 Piece)

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Micro-shear flush cutters made by Xuron. Suitable for multi-strand flex-wire. These cutters are rated for cutting soft wire up to 18 gauge (1mm) ...

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Mighty Crimping Pliers Large Crimpers For 3mm Crimps
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Mighty Crimping Pliers Large Crimpers For 3mm Crimps

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From the same people who brought you the original crimping pliers, comes this new model - made for crimping 3mm wide size crimp beads. Measuremen...

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The Beadsmith Bead Design Beading Board Gray Flock With Lid 9x13 Inches, 1 Board
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The Beadsmith Bead Design Beading Board Gray Flock With Lid 9x13 Inches, 1 Board

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Lay out your designs before you string them! Try out as many bead combinations as you like and find your ideal creation without cutting a thread. ...

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Retired - Journey to China Necklace

Retired - Journey to China Necklace

This strung necklace features lovely China Jade gemstones, White Agate gemstones and aromatic cedar wood beads for a gorgeous global inspired design.

Dionysus Bracelet

Dionysus Bracelet

Deep purple hematite beads bring this golden bracelet to life with a simple delicate design.

Retired - Coral Bay Necklace

Retired - Coral Bay Necklace

A colorful splash of blue and coral Austrian crystal pearls make this a fun summertime design, perfect for a day time picnic.

Harbour Island Necklace

Harbour Island Necklace

Get swept away to the pink sandy beaches of the Bahamas with this sea glass, wood and gemstone beads design.