This month’s trip is Costa Rica. Find out how tranquil this destination is from its tropical vibe to its endless blue skies. Plus, check out the hues Swarovski suggests to inspire your Costa Rica trip along with a DIY jewelry project for you to try.

Costa Rica

Starting as underwater volcanoes which then surfaced over thousands and thousands of years, Costa Rica has evolved into one of the largest, lush ecosystems in the world. Imagine yourself rappelling down a waterfall, relaxing in hot springs, hiking along the rolling fog of the cloud forest or exploring the pink sandy beaches of the Guanacaste coastline. Theses adventures paired with rich tropical flora and fauna and soft sunsets over crystal blue water were the incredible inspiration for these pieces – and my version of ‘paradise’.

Costa Rica – Swarovski Crystal Colors

• Peridot
• Light Turquoise
• Rose Peach

Costa Rica Inspired DIY Jewelry

Our pair of earrings is cool and bright! It has the simplicity for a warm beach stroll and an elegance for a beach-side patio dinner!

What you’ll need for earrings:

• SW02553 (2) – Swarovski crystal 18mm Light Turquoise Meteor Pendant
• SW00157 (2) – Swarovski crystal 4mm Peridot Bicone
• SW02213 (2) – Swarovski crystal 4mm Rose Peach Shimmer Bicone
• SW02552 (2) – Swarovski crystal 4mm Light Turquoise Bicone
• SB00444 – 11/0 Matte Opaque Cream Seed Bead
  You can sub seed bead for 2mm Pearlescent Pearls SW01920 (8)
• A001494 – 2 Inch Silver Plated Eyepin
• TCZ0077 – Sterling Silver Earring Wire by TierraCast®

Directions:

1. On eyepin, slide on the following:
   seed bead, peridot crystal, seed bead, light turquoise crystal, seed bead, rose peach crystal and seed bead.
2. Make a simple loop about 4mm or large enough to slide on crystal pendant.
3. Open the loop you made in step 2 and slide on crystal pendant. Close loop.
4. Open earring wire loop and slide on on other eyepin loop. Close loop.
5. Repeat all steps for other earring.

We’re getting ready for Christmas season with this Red and Green Holiday Earrings. Designed with our NEW Swarovski Rouge Pearls and Thread Bobbin colors, we’re using two colors to wrap with our Beadable Oval Pendants (Z011345 or Z011351) for a festive pair of earrings!

What you’ll need for these Holiday Earrings:

• (2) Z011345 – Beadable Oval Pendant
• (2) SW02560 – 8mm Swarovski Rouge Crystal Pearl
• Z008003 – Seafoam Green Superlon Beading Thread Bobbin
• Z008298 – Scarlet Superlon Beading Thread Bobbin
• A019626 – 1.5 Inch Eyepin
• TCZ0078 – Coil Earring Wire by TierraCast®
• Needle

Directions:

1. Cut both threads to a length of about 8 feet. Feed both threads to your needle.

2. With your thread ends, anchor it to the inner loop of the beadable pendant with two knots. Cut tail to about 1/4 inch. Optional: You can use a small dot of glue to secure knot.

3. Sew down through middle hole and loop back through top loop. You will start from the inside towards the outside to one side. (You can refer to our previous blog post on sewing through this oval pendant, but these Red & Green Earrings will work from the middle outwards.)

4. Then sew other side starting from the middle and going outwards.

5. Sew through middle strands back and forth and cut off excess (Refer to video tutorial in previous beadable blog post). (Optional, you can use a small dot of glue for security, but not necessary. I’d suggest using a translucent glue that will not discolor the thread. Test out glue before use.)

6. Open eyepin loop, slide on top loop of pendant and close loop.

7. Slide on pearl and make a simple loop. Open earwire loop and slide on dangle.

8. Repeat all steps for other earring.

This month’s trip is Africa. Find out how beautifully wild this continent is from its earthy tones and bright bold colors. Plus, check out the hues Swarovski suggests to inspire your Africa trip along with a DIY jewelry project for you to try.

Africa

The canvas upon which this continent’s epic story is written is not only beautiful but astonishing. Whether heading out at dawn on a safari game drive following millions of wildebeest on their Great Migration or soaring high in a hot-air balloon to embrace the Serengeti, Africa creates the wildlife encounter of a lifetime. Wherever you find yourself on this big, beautiful continent, you will be touched by the wild lands, rich traditions, artisan craftsmanship and natural beauty – all of which these pieces pay tribute to.

Africa – Swarovski Crystal Colors

• Tangerine
• Fern Green
• Light Siam

African Inspired DIY Jewelry

Our pair of earrings embraces the vibrant colors! It also incorporates Black Kamagong Wood Beads, which breaks up the rich colors and gives it a more organic design, as well as an earthy aspect.

What you’ll need for earrings:

• (2) SW00969 – 4mm Tangerine Bicone Crystal
• (2) SW00968 – 8mm Tangerine Round Crystal
• (2) SW02092 – 4mm Light Siam Shimmer Bicone Crystal
• (2) SW02497 – 9mm Light Siam Pear Cut Pendant
• (2) SW00134 – 6mm Light Siam Bicone Crystal
• (4) SW00370 – 4mm Fern Green Bicone Crystal
• (2) TC02452 – 15x19mm Antique Gold Ethnic Fan Link by TierraCast
• (2) TC02816 – 15mm Bright Gold Hammertone Dagger Bead
• WD-BKG4RD – 4mm Black Kamagong Wood Round Beads\
• Z013671 – 10mm White Fabric Tassel with Gold Cap
• A019617 – 2 Inch Gold plated Eyepins
• A008801 – 5mm Gold Plated Oval Jump Rings
• A011517 – 4mm Gold Plated Round Jump Ring
• A014108 – Gold Plated French Wire Earrings
• SB00423 – 11/0 Galvanized Gold Seed Bead
  OR SB00269 – 11/0 Galvanized Gold Delica Seed Bead

Directions:

1. Open oval jump ring, slide on light siam pendant and eyepin loop. Close jump ring.
2. On eyepin from step 1, slide on the following and make a simple loop:
   seed bead, 4mm fern green bicone, seed bead, wood bead, seed bead, wood bead, seed bead, 4mm tangerine bicone and seed bead.
3. Open another eyepin loop and slide through loop you made in step 2. Close loop.
4. On eyepin, slide on a seed bead, 4mm light siam bicone and seed bead. Make a simple loop. Open loop and slide through first hole of ethnic link and close loop.
5. On another eyepin, slide on the following:
   seed bead, wood bead, seed bead, 8mm tangerine round bead, seed bead, wood bead, seed bead.
6. Make a simple loop about 4-5 in diameter, or large enough to slide on TierraCast dagger bead. Open loop and slide on TierraCast dagger bead.
7. Open another eyepin loop, slide on eyepin loop of previous dangle and close loop. On this eyepin, slide on a seed bead, wood bead, seed bead, 4mm fern green bicone and seed bead. Make a simple loop. Open loop and slide through middle hole of ethnic link and close loop.
8. Open 4mm round jump ring, slide on tassel and loop of another eyepin. Close jump ring.
9. On eyepin, slide on the following and make a simple loop:
   seed bead, wood bead, seed bead, 6mm light siam bicone, seed bead, wood bead and seed bead.
10. Open another eyepin loop and slide on loop you made in step 9. Close loop. Slide the eyepin a seed bead, wood bead and seed bead, and make a simple loop. Open loop and slide last hole of ethnic link. Close loop.
11. Open earwire loop and slide through top of ethnic link and close loop.
12. Repeat all steps for other

You can hear crashing waves when you wear these By the Sea Earrings. Ok, you might not hear them, but you will definitely want to wear these earrings to your next seaside adventure. It features the brilliant hue of Swarovski® Majestic Blue crystals and the luminescent sheen from the crystal pearls.

What you’ll need to make earrings:

• TC00113 – 14mm Small Spindle Shell Charm by TierraCast
• TC02680 – 13mm Tiny Seastar Charm by TierraCast
• (2) SW01448 – 10mm Crystal Pearlescent White Swarovski Pearl
• (2) SW01446 – 6mm Crystal Pearlescent White Swarovski Pearl
• (2) SW01723 – Swarovski® 4mm Majestic Blue Round Crystal
• (2) SW01725 – Swarovski® 8mm Majestic Blue Round Crystal
• TCZ0077 – Sterling Silver Earring Wire by Tierracast
• A019629 – 1 Inch Silver Plated 20 Gauge Eyepin

Directions:

1. Open eyepin loop, slide on a charm and close loop. Slide a 4mm Majestic Blue crystal on the eyepin and make a simple loop.
2. Open another eyepin loop, slide on loop you made in step 1 and close loop. Slide a 6mm Crystal Pearlescent on eyepin and make a simple loop.
3. Open another eyepin loop, slide on loop you made in step 2 and close loop. Slide an 8mm Majestic Blue crystal on the eyepin and make simple loop.
4. Open another eyepin loop slide on loop you made in step 3 and close loop. Slide a 10mm Crystal Pearlescent on eyepin and make a simple loop.
5. Open earwire loop and slide on loop you made in step 4. Close loop.
6. Repeat all steps for other earring.

Today’s tutorial digs into the love of licorice leather bracelets and how casual it plays with any fashion style. Embellish it with a bead tube and you have a fun piece of jewelry for a dazzling summer!

Items used in bracelet:

• SB00066 – 8/0 Black Opaque Seed Bead
• SB00423 – 11/0 Galvanized Yellow Gold Seed Bead
• SB03303 – Chalk Champagne DiamonDuo
• (8) SW00358 – Swarovski® 4mm Bacon Fuchsia AB 2X
• Z001106 – Gold Plated Magnetic Clasp For Licorice Leather
• A006585/A006587 – Crystal Fireline Thread
• Z011831 – Crystal Full Amber Honeycomb
• Z014871 – Turquoise Green Lumi Honeycomb
• (2) A015841 – 12mm Black Rubber O-Rings
• A015821 – Super New Glue
• A022052 – Matte Black Regaliz Licorice Leather

Pattern Tutorial

Get FULL and FREE pattern tutorial HERE.

Embrace summer boho jewelry with handmade thread beads. Today’s DIY would pair perfectly with a beachside cocktail!

What you’ll need for earrings:

• Ivory Thread Beads – Z017904
• 2 Inch Headpin with Ball – A019696
• Matte Gold Circles Connectors – Z014013 (2)
• TierraCast® Gold Earring Wire – TCZ0139
• 4mm Bicone Crystal Luminous Green – SW00574 (4)

Directions:

1. Slide the following onto a headpin: bicone crystal, thread bead and bicone crystal.
2. Make a wrapped loop, making sure to attach to a connector hole before completing wrapped loop. (You can also make a simple loop and attach to connector).
3. Open earwire loop, slide through other connector hole and close loop.
4. Repeat all steps for other earring.

This month’s trip is India. Find out how culturally rich and vibrant this country is from its colorful clothing to its exotic cuisine. Plus, bathe in the hues Swarovski suggests to inspire your India trip along with a DIY jewelry project for you to try.

India

One of the oldest civilizations in the world, India is a mosaic of multicultural experiences and rich heritage. Extending from the snow-covered Himalayan mountains to the tropical rain forests of the south, it is impossible to ignore India’s mesmeric conflation of the old and the new. Walking through the bustling city streets you are greeted by a diverse variety of cuisines, arts, crafts, faiths, and nature. Experiencing different textures, sounds and smells triggered the emotion that prompted these designs.

India – Swarovski Colors

• Indicolite
• Light Topaz (Note, we are using Light Colorado Topaz in DIY jewelry)
• Fuchsia

India Inspired DIY Jewelry

What you’ll need for earrings:

• 65mm Gold Plated Round Connector With Dot N Dash Tassel – Z017930
• 9mm Light Colorado Topaz Pear Cut Pendant – SW02491 (2)
• 8mm Indicolite Round Beads – SW02538 (2)
• 4mm Bicone Crystal Fuchsia – SW00126 (2)
• 11/0 Gold Seed Bead – SB00423
• 2 Inch Gold Eyepin – A019611
• Oval Jump Ring – A008801

Directions:

1. Open jump ring, slide on crystal pendant and through inner loop of connector. Close jump ring.
2. Open eyepin loop, slide through top loop of connector and close loop.
3. Slide on the eyepin a seed bead, 8mm round crystal, seed bead, 4mm bicone crystal and seed bead.
4. Open loop you made step 3, slide through earwire loop and close loop.
5. Repeat all steps for other earring.

Let’s continue our love of summertime jewelry with these cute Pearly Posh Earrings. With only 4 components, you can whip these up in no time!

What you’ll need:

• 65mm Silver Plated Round Connector With Ball Chain Tassel – Z017913 / Gold Z017918
• TierraCast Ear Wire – TCZ0077 / Gold TCZ0139
• 2 Inch Headpin – A019647 / Gold A019669
• (2) 12mm Swarovski Pearl – SW01449 / Shop All 12mm Pearls

Directions:

1. Slide a pearl onto a headpin and make a simple loop.
2. Open up pearl dangle loop and slide through inner loop of connector. Close loop.
3. Open earwire loop and slide on top loop of connector. Close loop.
4. Repeat all steps for other earring.

A fun new and old favorite, are these pair of summer-loving hoop earrings with Swarovski crystals and pearls.

What you’ll need:

• 6mm Round White Swarovski Pearl – SW00665 (4)
• 4mm Bicone Crystals, Light Amethyst – SW00195 (6)
• 6mm Bicone Crystals, Light Amethyst – SW00196 (2)
• 11/0 Silver Lined Amethyst Seed Bead – SB00339
• 3mm Gold Round Beads – Z001310
• Gold Plated Hoop – A013205
• Earwires – TCZ0148
• Gold Headpin – A019651
  Note: Directions are for making wrapped loops. If you prefer to make simple loops, we suggest using a harder gauge wire like A019658.

Directions:

1. Slide on a headpin; 4mm bicone and seed bead. Make a simple or wrapped loop. Make a total of 4 dangles.
2. Slide on a headpin; seed bead, 3mm round bead, pearl and seed bead. Make a simple or wrapped loop. Make a total of 4 dangles.
3. Slide on a headpin; seed bead, 3mm round bead, 6mm bicone, 3mm round, seed bead, 3mm round, 4mm bicone and seed bead. Make a simple or wrapped loop. Make a total of 2 dangles.
4. Cut the tab part of a hoop finding off.
5. Make a simple loop to one end of your hoop perpendicular to the loop of the hoop. Refer to previous Memory Wire Hoop Tutorial blog post.
6. Slide on the following to the hoop: 3mm round, step 1 dangle, 3mm round, step 2 dangle, 3mm round, step 3 dangle, 3mm round, step 2 dangle, 3mm round, step 1 dangle and 3mm round.
7. Slide other hoop end through loop you make in step 5 and roll back a simple loop. (Again, refer to the Memory Wire Hoop Tutorial blog post.)
8. Open ear wire loop and slide on hoop dangle. Close loop.
9. Repeat Steps 4-8 for other earring.

Looking for an ultra cool statement earring? We’ve got the perfect DIY for you! Made with Swarovski Fine Rocks Tube and Memory Wire, you can create this glamorous hoop earrings today!

What you’ll need:

• Heavy Duty Memory Wire – WR00120/WR00121/WR00129
  (Each SKU is the same kind of wire, but different quantity options)
• (2) 168mm Swarovski Fine Rocks Tube – Item used in earrings SW02362
  Try out other color options Crystal Light Chrome, Crystal Moonlight or Jet
• (4) 5mm End Cap – Silver Z006368, Antique Silver Z006377, Gold Z006380 and Hamilton Gold Z006398
• 4mm Flat Pad Earring Post – Sterling Silver Z019551 or Silver-Plate Z019552
• (2) Earring Back – TC01208
• E-6000 – A011455

Directions

1. Cut two full rounds of memory wire with Memory Wire Cutters.
2. Slide on a tube bead, curving it while you slide it through the memory wire. (Note, try using your pliers to help guide the memory wire through the fine rocks tube. Even twisting the fine rocks may help.)
3. Slide post earring through your end cap, making sure the post end sticks out the end cap. Add a small dab of E-6000 with a toothpick. Cap one of the fine rocks with end cap.
4. Add E-6000 to other end cap and cap other end of the Fine Rocks.
5. Repeat all steps for other earring.
6. Let pieces sit for a full 12-24 hours until it is completely dry before wearing.

Video Tutorial

Watch our previous Facebook LIVE where we show you how to make these pair of earrings HERE.

We’re making an angelic dangle today. You can make two and use them to dangle as earrings or add them to keychain, bookmarks or beadable gifts.

What you’ll need for an angelic dangle:

• Headpin – A001493
• 8mm Light Rose Round Swarovski® crystal – SW00018
• 6mm Round Swarovski crystal – SW00002
• Oasis Bead Cap – TC00297
• TierraCast® Angel Wing Bead – TC00330
• 6mm Amber Rhinestone Bead – A004474
• Beadable Gifts – Sample uses A002528 and A003254

Directions:

1. Slide on 8mm crystal, bead cap, angel wings, 6mm crystal and rhinestone rondelle. Make a simple loop.
2. Attach to an Beadable Gift or make two for some earring dangles.

We’re starting June with one of our favorite style of DIY jewelry-making; memory wire wrap bracelets. Our DIY Wrap Pearl & Denim Blue Bracelet combines some of our favorite components; leather with hollow core, Swarovski pearls and tassels.

What you’ll need for bracelet:

• 5mm Camel Leather – CH00613 (3″)
• 8mm Crystal Pearlescent White Swarovski Pearl – SW01447 (4)
• 6mm Crystal Pearlescent White Swarovski Pearl – SW01446 (2)
• Swarovski® Crystal 8mm Denim Blue Briolette Bead – SW01464 (2)
• Bali Style Curve Bead – A021472 or Y014762
• 8/0 Galvanized Seed Bead – SB00106
• Bali Style Bead Cap – A021121
• Blue Tassel – Z004275
• Regular Bracelet Memory Wire – WR00107/ Large WR00109/ Extra Large WR00111
• TOOLS: Memory Wire Finishing Pliers and Memory Wire Cutter

Direction:

1. Make a simple loop with Memory Wire Finishing Pliers.
2. Slide the the following beads:
   1. 2 seed beads, 6mm pearl, seed bead, curve tube, 8mm pearl, seed bead, 8mm denim blue crystal, seed bead, 8mm pearl.
   2. end cap, 2.5″ of leather, bead cap
   3. 8mm pearl, seed bead, 8mm denim blue crystal, seed bead, 8mm pearl, curve tube, seed bead, 6mm pearl and 2 seed bead.
3. Cut Memory Wire with a 1/2″ to 3/4″ end.
4. Make a simple loop to that end with Memory Wire Finishing Pliers.

Blue is still a favorite among jewelry, so here’s some Blue Moonlight DIY Earrings with beaded chain and Swarovski® princess cut crystal pendants.

What you’ll need:

• Beaded chain by Beadlinx – Item used CH01082
• 9mm Swarovski Princess Cut Crystal Pendant – Item used SW02165 (2)
• Gold Earring Findings – A014108
• 5mm Gold Plated Jump Ring – A011519

Directions:

1. Take two links from the bead chain link by opening and closing the loops.
2. Open jump ring, slide on one end of beaded chain and through crystal pendant. Close jump ring.
3. Open earwire loop, slide on other beaded link end and close loop.
4. Repeat all steps for other earring.

This month’s trip is Ireland. Find out how rich and romantic this country is from its green landscapes and historical architects. Plus, venture the lush hues Swarovski suggests to inspire your Ireland trip along with a DIY jewelry project for you to try.

Ireland

As you follow the rolling hills from the Causeway Coast to the Sunny South East, your heart will be one with Ireland. Filled with centuries of ancient stories, rich culture and rugged, romantic landscapes, the “Emerald Isle,” is sure to put a sparkle in your eye. The wild unruly countryside and awe-inspiring sights lead to countless photographs in the hopes of capturing nature in its most majestic state. They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but these pieces capture all the heritage and beauty that is Ireland.

Here are some fun facts for your visit:

• Ireland is named the Emerald Isles, first mentioned in William Brennan’s poem ‘When Erin first rose.”
• Ireland is home to Guinness Beer
• Riverdance consists of traditional Irish music and dance
• The origins of Halloween is from Ireland
• St. Patrick’s Day is a national Ireland holiday
• Ireland has a history of world-known writers such as James Joyce, Oscar Wilde W. B. Yeats
• Ireland has over 30,000 castles.

Ireland – Swarovski Colors

• Crystal Metallic Sunshine
• Olivine
• Crystal Vitrail Medium

Ireland Inspired DIY Jewelry

What you’ll need:

• Gold Memory Wire – WR00126
• 11/0 Galzanized Yellow Seed Bead – SB00423
• 4mm, 6mm, & 8mm Round Swarovski Crystals:
  SW02532 (8)
  SW02531 (8)
  SW02530 (8)
  SW02527 (8)
  SW02526 (8)
  SW02525 (8)

Directions:

1. Make a simple loop to one end of your memory wire.
2. Slide on 6 seed beads.
3. Make various sequence of 1-3 crystals with a seed bead in between. And 6 seed beads in between each sequence.

Take a trip to Austria for this month’s destination. Find out how majestic and traditional this country is from its humble villages to intricate architecture to the majestic mountain. Plus, venture the cool hues Swarovski suggests to inspire your Austria trip along with a DIY jewelry project for you to try.

Austria

Austria may be one of Europe’s smallest countries, but it is also one of the most popular destinations in the world. Whether you’re traversing across its drawbridges or hiking up the Alps, the region’s roaring waters and crisp mountain air will greet you as if you were home. The inspiration of these pieces is derived from a multitude of Austria’s most iconic wonders — deep valleys, vast farmland, whimsical woodlands, raging rivers, and of course, its majestic mountains.

Here are some fun facts:

• Swarovski Kristallwelten or Swarovski Crystal World is located in Austria – featuring a garden, sculptures and playground!
• “Sound of Music” was filmed and set in Salzburg, Austria.
• Many of the Classical music icons were born and lived in Austria, such as Mozart, Beethoven, Strauss, Schubert, and others.
• Arnold Schwarzenegger was born in Austria
• The first zoo was established here.

Austria – Swarovski Colors

Swarovski Create Your Style, has selected three colors to depict the majestic sites of Austria:

• Crystal Clear
• Crystal Clear AB
• Denim Blue

Austria Inspired DIY Jewelry

Using a variation of round and bicone beads in the three colors, we made a chain link necklace by making wrapped loop links. Refer to our Wire Wrapped blog post on a visual tutorial.

What you’ll need:

• 22 or 24 Gauge Wire – Item used AW00025
• 11/0 Galvanized Gold Seed Bead – SB00423
• 4-8mm Round Crystal Beads (Get Suggested Qty of 6/each) – SW00514, SW00515, SW00516, SW00001, SW00002, SW00003, SW00005, SW00006 & SWZ0007.
• 4-8mm Bicone Crystal Beads (Get Suggested Qty of 6/each) – SW00401, SW00504, SW00102, SW00103, SW00104 & SW00105.
• Bracelet Sliding Clasp – Z012152
• Diamond/Charm Connector – Z016366

Directions:

1. Make a wrapped loop to one end of a 2-3 inch piece of wire. Slide on a seed bead, crystal and seed bead. Make another wrapped loop.
2. Create another wrapped loop while sliding on link you made in step 1 before completing the loop. Slide on a seed bead, crystal and seed bead. Make another wrapped loop.
3. Repeat step 2 with various different of crystals to create 7-10 links. With the last link wrapped loop, slide on the diamond link before completing the wrapped loop.
4. Make next set of wrapped beaded links, linking the diamond link in Step 3.
5. Repeat to your desired length. We made a length of 28 inches.
6. Open jump ring of the bracelet sliding clasp and link each end of your beaded links to clasp.

As an alternative, you can use 20 gauge wire and make simple loops to create your beaded links.