Fast Gifts To Make

Making Simple Gemstone Bead Earrings

There are always occassions that we would enjoy giving gifts for.If you are on a tight budget, what can you give?   Well, you can make them a gift!

A simple thing you can create is jewelry.Jewelry is a gift that can be used longer than baked goods. Additionally, sometimes it is even cheaper.Two easy kinds of jewelry to create are memory wire bracelets and beaded earrings.  Earrings are usually cheaper to make as there are less beads involved.If you shop well, acrylic beads for making bracelets can be quite affordable.  And of course, you can always make a matching set! So lets go over how to make jewelry!

Getting Started

First you need to get supplies.  Most craft stores will have what you need.Both projects need wirecutters, round nose pliers, and beads.  For earrings you will also want earwires, headpins and tweezers; for bracelets, you need memory wire.  Many people will make both and then mix and match as appropriate.

Remember that fancier beads will make fancier jewelry.  Sometimes you can get freshwater pearls rather inexpensively that makes wonderful jewelry.

Making The Jewelry

Both types of jewelry need loops to be created.Use your round nose pliers to create these.  To trim off extra wire, you will be using your wirecutters.

For earrings: slip your beads onto each headpin, create a loop at the end of the headpin. Then, attach the headpin to the earwire.

For bracelets: start by making a loop at the end of the wire. Add your beads to the wire to your desired length. Close off the memory wire with a loop when you are finished.

Nice Touches

Putting the earrings on cardboard or a blank business card makes them look more professional.   Having the earrings or bracelet in a small plastic baggie helps make certain that the beautiful jewelry won’t be damaged.  If you have extra jewelry boxes around, these help even more.

Have a great time giving such lovely presents!