Handmade Jewelry Clasps and Coil Ends

Corded necklaces are very trendy, casual and seem really easy to make.  I've often wondered how to handle the cord ends . . . I have seen some really tacky looking cord ends as I've gone through the internet checking out handmade jewelry for ideas.

Love this handmade clasp from Beaded Gem that neatly takes care of those cord ends . . . now I have no excuse but to add corded necklaces to my list of handmade jewelry to make.

Click here for the tutorial and links to other jewelry tutorials.

How to Make a T-Shirt Necklace

Love the concept of using strips of t-shirt to make the strands of this cute necklace.  
The possibilities are endless!
Click here for step by step photo tutorial.

Here are more tutorials and ideas for T-Shirt Necklaces:
https://youtu.be/QVmdEMMEeJg
https://youtu.be/91SpUKWZST8
https://www.favecrafts.com/Necklaces/Royal-Purple-T-Shirt-Yarn-Necklace
https://www.favecrafts.com/Necklaces/Tee-Shirt-Beaded-Necklace

DIY Jeweled Hair Pins

I love these hair pins . . . and they are so easy to make!

If you'd like to make some of your own, click here for the tutorial.

DIY Rhinestone Statement Bracelets

Love these DIY rhinestone statement bracelets . . . and they are so easy to make!

Click here for the tutorial from Brit + Co. for two different bracelets.

DIY Anthro Pernilla Necklace

Bev at Flamingo Toes made her own version (shown above) of the following necklace that is a pricey $198 at Anthropologie.  Why pay so much when you can make your own for a lot less than that!  Can you tell the difference between the two necklaces?

What I love about this necklace is that it is a basic design that you can use components from broken jewelry or jewelry pieces you would like to refashion.  I know in my stash of vintage jewelry, I have boxes and boxes and could make all types of variations of this necklace.  Of course you can use new jewelry components found at craft stores.

Another thing I love about this design is that it opens up many possibilities for complimenting pieces of jewelry with all the varying pieces used in the necklace.

Are you ready to attempt your own necklace?

Click here to go to Bev's excellent tutorial with lots of photos!

DIY Long Chandelier Tassel Chain Earrings

These earrings are stunning!  I can't wait to make these, they are my favorite type of earrings!

Love the combination of beads and chain and the design aspect of making them as long or short as you want.  You can use components from old jewelry or use new components.  Personally, I love to use old components for a one of a kind piece of jewelry.

Click here for a well-written tutorial with lots of photos from Rings n Things by Tiffany.  The website is full of awesome jewelry inspiration . . . check it out!

Thanks to Tiffany for the awesome inspiration, the tutorial and the photo.

DIY Earrings White And Gold Pearls And Beads

These gorgeous earrings were found on Cut Out And Keep, a website full of craft tutorials.  The tutorial was submitted by Gisele R.  Love the design of these earrings!

As with most jewelry projects, you can recycle some beads from older jewelry you are tired of or purchase new beads and components.  The choice is yours and your creativity is the limit.

Click here for the tutorial!

DIY Chandelier Earrings

Kara at Happy Go Lucky has inspired me to make these cute chandelier earrings!  

Use your imagination to create different styles based on this basic jewelry design concept . . . like I always say, the possibilities are endless.

Click here for an easy to read tutorial with lots of photos from Kara!

DIY Multi-Strand Chain Watch

Awesome idea for refashioning and recycling old watches and chains!

With this basic technique and design by Kirsten from the blog Studs and Pearls, you can use your imagination to come up with so many possibilities! 

 Click here to go to the tutorial.

DIY Multi-Strand Bracelet

Rebecca from My Girlish Whims always comes up with the most awesome jewelry designs that I've seen online.  

She has also discovered Elements of Antiquity which is an online shop that sells aged pewter jewelry components that are 100% made in the USA, lead free and nickel free.  Great shop to get inspired!

Those of us who enjoy jewelry design as a hobby or as a means to make a living are always looking for sources of inspiration and unique findings.

Click here for a tutorial with lots of photos on how to make this gorgeous bracelet!  Thank you Rebecca!

Anthropologie Cenote Layered Necklace DIY Knockoff

Awesome inspiration!

If you make your own jewelry for personal use or professionally, you will love to make this awesome layered necklace.

You can make it out of components from vintage or used jewelry that is broken or just needs repurposing or purchase new components.

What I love about this design is that you can make a number of earring and bracelet combinations to match this necklace!  They would make a very cool jewelry collection . . . don't you think?

Click here for the tutorial from one of my favorite blogs, Flamingo Toes!

Paper clip & junk mail bracelet

This bracelet takes recycling to another level!

It is made with paper clips and junk mail. 

Of course you could use colorful gift wrapping paper,

 magazine pages, etc.

What an excellent project for little girls!!

Click here for the tutorial :)

Watch Face Rhinestone Pendant

Love this simple, yet elegant design!

The photo is for inspiration only . . . it was found on Pinterest which led to an Etsy store that is now closed. The piece sold as a necklace for $22.

What a great use for those old watches too worn for sale and an orphan earring . . . genius idea!

Wouldn't it look awesome as a closure for a purse?

Happy designing!