Project 1006-2
 
 
 

Beading Lesson – Designing with Stamped Metal Components
Designed by Katie Hacker
Sponsored by Beadalon

For tools and supplies visit:



www.beadalon.com

Stamped metal components are available in a wide variety, whether you make your own or purchase a pre-made version. Also known as die-struck components, this genre of jewelry findings includes everything from chain to charms to clasps and more. Let's look at a few ideas for using stamped components in your jewelry designs:

Keep it simple by combining stamped links with beaded eye pins for a basic bracelet design. Change it up by using different beads or altering the pattern. This is a great, easy way to show off your stamped components.



Create your own fabulous, customized chain with this dramatic design. Stone, ceramic, crystal and stamped metal components combine with small details for an eye-catching, designer look. For complete instructions for the Texture Play Chain Necklace, visit the Design Workshop at Beadalon.com.

Combine stamped rings with glass bead links, and then finish it with a fun chain tassel. Other die-struck findings in this necklace include the floral connector, bead cap and lobster clasp. For complete instructions for the Mermaid's Rings Necklace, visit the Design Workshop at Beadalon.com.

Stamped metal charms and connectors make it easy to create designs with lots of texture and movement. Use jump rings to attach the die-struck components to chain, and then connect then center focal section to the sides of the necklace. The C-crimp cord ends and S-hook clasp in this design are also stamped from metal.

Die-struck Beadalon products include: Long-short chain, stainless steel connectors, bead caps, crimp covers, Quick Links™ & connectors, tags, charms, EZ-Lobster™, S-hooks, filigree connectors, filigree clasps, light cord ends, C-crimp cord ends, fold-over ends, floral connector, 4-way connector, 15-hole connector, spacer bars, lever back earrings, pendant bails, flat disc spacer beads, hair findings, and a tag clip swivel. 

Links:
Quick Links™
http://www.beadalon.com/BaseQuickLinksConnectors.asp

Bead caps
http://www.beadalon.com/BaseBeadCaps.asp

Charms
http://www.beadalon.com/BaseCharms.asp

Flat Disk Spacer Beads
http://www.beadalon.com/FlatDiscSpacerBeads.asp

For more ideas and inspiration visit: http://www.katiehacker.com/index.htm

 

 

Guest:

Katie Hacker


 
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