1. Introduction to jewelry making and beading (Become a jewelry artisan -- Beads and beading supplies -- Wire and wirework supplies -- Macramé knotting and braiding supplies -- Jewelry findings) -- 2. The art of design (Color harmony -- Weight, texture, and proportion -- Motif and pattern -- Keep track of ideas) -- 3. BAsic bead stringing techniques (Lay out a design -- Select a stringing material -- Select a finishing method -- String and finish beading wire -- String and finish beading cord -- String and finish beading thread -- String and finish memory wire) -- 4. More advanced bead stringing techniques (String multiple strands -- Knot between beads -- Create beaded lace, drops, fringe, and tassels -- Use beads or buttons in place of findings) -- 5. Bead weaving (Bead weaving patterns -- Select beads, thread, and needle -- Work with beading thread for bead weaving -- Weave the basic off-loom stitches -- Weave on a loom -- Common finishing techniques) -- 6. Basic wirework (Select your wire -- Wirework safety -- Make jump rings, eye pins, and head pins -- Create wire-and-bead drops and links -- make wire hook clasps -- Assemble some basic wire chains) -- 7. More advanced wirework techniques (Make a wrapped briolette drop -- Use double wire -- Wrap beads within a framework -- Create more wire clasps -- Construct elaborate wire chain -- Make a wire finger ring) -- 8. Using a wire jig (Basic technique -- Make wire connectors -- Form ear wires -- Wire jig patterns) -- 9. Macramé knotting and beading (Cord terminology -- Set up a knotting board -- Learn the basic macramé knots -- Add beads between macramé knots -- Braid cords together) -- 10. Easy projects (Funky beaded stretch bracelet set -- Hill Tribe silver and gemstone necklace -- Memory wire and crystal heart finger ring -- Beaded square knot hemp bracelet -- Cosmic crystal drop earrings -- Men's rugged leather and bead necklace -- Celtic wirework charm bracelet -- Even-count flat peyote stitch finger ring -- Dancing bell daisy chain bookmark) -- 11. Intermediate projects (Multi-strand tin cup anklet -- Beaded multi-knot hemp choker -- Briolette pendant ribbon necklace -- Gothic bead lace collar necklace -- Cherry blossom loomwork bracelet -- Byzantine and turquoise drop earrings -- Wirework bead cuff bracelet -- Modern square stitch table mat -- Beaded framework link bracelet -- Four-strand braided leather bracelet) -- 12. Expanding your horizons (Choose a specialized path -- Find advanced help and training -- Turn your hobby into a business).
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