Let’s sail away to paradise with this gorgeous necklace. Made with Swarovski crystals strung on beading chain for a dainty and smart look.

Items used in this necklace:

• CH00724 (2) – 7mm Silver Plated Beading Chain
• A007662 – 7mm Silver Plated Spring Ring Clasp
  Or your choice of Clasps
• A008799 – 5mm Oval Silver Plated 21 Gauge Jump Rings
• A021771 – 1mm Bright Silver Crimp with Loop Chain Ends
• SB03464 – 2.2mm Matte-Color Iris Gray 11/0 TOHO Demi Round Seed Beads
• SB03422 – 3mm Matte-Color Iris Gray 8/0 TOHO Demi Round Seed Beads
• SW01043 (2) – 4mm Round Crystal Paradise Shine
• SW01044 (2) – 6mm Round Crystal Paradise Shine
• SW01045 – 8mm Round Crystal Paradise Shine

Directions:

1. Fold over a Loop End over one end of the chain. (Refer to THIS blog.)
2. Slide on the following beads:
   2.2mm TOHO round, 4mm crystal, 3mm TOHO round, 6mm crystal, 3mm TOHO round, 8mm crystal, 3mm TOHO round, 6mm crystal, 3mm TOHO round, 4mm crystal and 2.2mm TOHO round.
3. Fold over another Loop End to the other end of the chain.
4. Open oval jump ring, slide on a clasp loop and through one Loop End. Close jump ring.
5. Open another oval jump ring and slide on other Loop end. Close jump ring.

Designed by Miriam

Feel glamorous in the DIY Midnight Silver Memory Wire Bracelet handmade and designed with Swarovski Fine Rocks Tube, Swarovski® crystals and metal beads on Memory Wire.

Items used in Bracelet:

• A022175 – 3mm Rounded Square Silver-Plated Brass Beads
• Z002570 – 6mm Silver Finished Steel Disc Beads
• A003364 – 6mm Jet Fire Polish
• SW02311 – 44mm Jet and Crystal Metallic Silver Fine Rocks Tube
• SW00112 or SW00398 (6) – 6mm Bicone Crystal
• SW01490 or SW01486 (2) – 6mm Briolette Crystal
• A014097 – 50mm Curved Tube Beads
• Z006368 (4) – End Cap
• CH00156 (8″) – 5mm Braided Black Leather
• WR00120 or WR00121 – Memory Wire

Directions:

1. Cut 3 ½ rings of memory wire.
2. Make a simple loop at one end using a memory wire finishing pliers and add the following bead sequence:
   A. Square bead, fire polish, tube, fire polish, square beads, bicone, square bead, fire polish, tube, fire polish, square bead, end cap, 4 inches of leather, end cap, rondelle, disc, fine rocks, disc, rondelle, end cap, 4 inches of leather and end cap.
   B. 3 fire polish, square bead, bicone and square bead. Repeat 4 times and finish with 3 more fire polish beads.
3. Trim excess memory wire with Memory Wire Cutters leaving about a half an inch and make a simple loop. Tighten each side till beads no longer have extra space to move.

We’re celebrating the festive spirit with our friends at Swarovski: Create Your Style and celebrating with New Years Eve colors! Plus, we have a fun DIY project to get you hyped up for the new year.

Here are our selection of Swarovski crystals to embrace the festive and classic colors of New Years:

• White/Clear – Crystal Clear, Crystal AB, Crystal 2XAB & Iridescent Dove Grey Pearl.
• Gold/Bronze – Metallic Sunshine, Golden Shadow, Light Gold, Bright Gold, Crystal Light Silk, Metallic Light Gold, Light Topaz & Light Colorado Topaz
• Silver/Grey – Light Grey, Dark Grey, Silver Night, Silver Shade, Greige, Light Grey Opal

Captivating Crystal Cuff

Items used in cuff: WR00127, SW02445, SW02444 (2), SW002442 (2), SW02437, SW02436 (2), SW02435 (2), Z008287 & SB00106.

Directions:

1. Set the crystal in its setting and gently bend the prongs down to secure the crystal. (Check out Light Topaz blog post on how to press down the prongs.) Repeat to all 5 crystals and settings.
2. Cut two pieces of memory wire at a coil and a quarter.
3. Roll and make a simple loop to each end of the memory wire with memory wire finishing pliers.
4. Slide on a seed bead on each memory wire. Slide each square bead hole through each memory wire. Repeat this process 7 more times. End this portion with a seed bead to each memory wire.
5. Slide on small setting you made in Step 1, slide each memory wire through the two-hole setting. Slide on a seed bead to each memory. Repeat adding a medium setting, seed bead, large setting, seed bead, medium setting, seed bead and small setting.
6. Repeat Step 4.
7. Cut excess wire with memory wire cutters, leaving about a 3/4 inch end and make a simple loop.

Today’s DIY hanging crescent earrings are gorgeous because they contain fun kidney shaped earring findings and popular crescent charms, topped off with Swarovski crystals. You can also make this in a silver version too.

What you’ll need for crescent earrings:

• Z016772 (2) – 22.4mm Gold Hanging Crescent Connector Charm (Silver Z016773)
• Z003274 – Gold Plated Kidney Shaped Ear Wire (Silver Z003942)
• SW00103 (2) – Swarovski 6mm Bicone Crystal Clear Beads
• A019690 – 1 Inch Gold Plated 21 Gauge Headpins with Ball Top (Silver A019694)

Directions:

1. Slide a crystal on a headpin and make a simple loop.
2. Open crystal dangle loop and slide on inner hole of crescent connector. Close loop.
3. Open earwire loop, slide on other hole of crescent connector and close loop.
4. Repeat all steps for other earring.

Designed by Tory

The crescent shape is such a trendy shape to make DIY jewelry with. We have this fun and simple necklace using a crescent connector and a Nunn Design Hoop component.

Items used in necklace:

• Z001033 – 32 Inch Rhodium Plated Cable Chain Necklace
• Z016775 – 33mm Antique Silver Hanging Crescent Connector Charm
• Z008275/Z008276 – 50mm Flat Grande Hoop by Nunn Designs
• TC00200 – 11mm Rhodium Hammered Round Link by TierraCast
• A021744 – 10mm Round Clear Faceted Glass Charm with Silver Plating
• Z011515 – 5mm Silver Plated 18 Gauge Jump Ring
• A012844 – 8mm Matte Silver Plated 16 Gauge Jump Ring

Directions:

1. Open 5mm jump ring, slide on faceted crystal charm and crescent connector (inner hole). Close jump ring.
2. Open another 5mm jump ring, slide other hole of crescent connector and hammer link. Close jump ring.
3. Open 7mm jump ring, slide on other hole of hammer link, Grande Hoop and necklace chain. Close jump ring.

Check out other DIY designs using Nunn Design components.

Our easy project today will be using beautiful Swarovski crystals and satin Adjustable bracelet.

Items used in bracelet:

• SW01976 – Swarovski® 29mm Crystal Navette Sew-On Stone
• TC02347 (2) – 8mm Oval Jump Ring by TierraCast
• Z014807 – Black Twisted Satin Adjustable Bracelet Sliding Clasp

Directions:

1. Open a jump ring, slide on one side of the crystal link and through one ring on sliding clasp. Close jump ring.
2. Repeat with other jump ring and ring of sliding clasp.

We’re going to dive into fall weather with our friends at Swarovski: Create Your Style and celebrating with Fall & Halloween colors. Because we live here in the Midwest, we’ve started to see trees bursting with fall colors like dark greens, bright yellows and oranges, flaming reds and popping purples! Plus, we have a fun DIY project to get your spooky Halloween going.

Here are our selection of Swarovski crystals to embrace the fall and Halloween colors:

• Black Colors – Jet Black, Silver Shade
• Browns – Topaz, Light Topaz, Light Colorado Topaz, Golden Shadow
• Oranges – Tangerine, Fire Opal, Sunflower
• Even try our Halloween Master Mixes – MX0028

Scaredy Cat Earrings

Items used in earrings: TC02297, SW01187 (2), SW00969 (2), A007659 & TC01590 (2).

Directions:

1. Open eyepin loop, slide on cat charm and close loop.
2. ON the eyepin slide on the following and make a simple loop (make sure loops are facing opposite directions):
   rondelle crystal and bicone crystal.
3. Open earwire loop, slide on dangle and close loop.
4. Repeat all steps for other earring.

Are you getting your New Year’s jewelry ready? Why not make this fun bracelet to ring in the new year.

Items used in bracelet:

• WR00120 – Large Silver Heavy Duty Memory Wire
• CH00926 (6) – 5mm Braided Metallic Gold Round Leather Cord
• SW02313 – Swarovski® Light Colorado Topaz Dorado Fine Rocks
• Z006380 (4) – 5mm Gold Brass Cord End Cap
• SW00398 (2) – Swarovski® 6mm bicone crystal beads silver night

Directions:

1. Cut 2 coils of memory wire.
2. Make a simple loop at one end of the memory wire with memory wire finishing pliers.
3. Cut leather piece in half or two pieces at 3 inches.
4. Slide on the following components on the wire:
   End cap, leather, end cap, bicone crystal, fine rocks tube, bicone crystal, end cap, leather and end cap.
5. Cut wire end with 3/4″ wire left with memory wire cutters and make a simple loop with memory finishing pliers.

Our earring project today is quick and easy! Using one of our newer post earrings with 2 loops, we are linking some beautiful Swarovski® light rose shimmer crystals with chain for this sweet pair of earrings!

What you’ll need for earrings:

• SW02619 (4) – Swarovski 4mm Light Rose Shimmer Bicone Beads
• SW02620 (4) – Swarovski 5mm Light Rose Shimmer Bicone Beads
• SW02621 (4) – Swarovski 6mm Light Rose Shimmer Bicone Beads
• A007659 – 1 Inch Silver Plated Eyepins
• Z005958 – 20mm Silver Plated Half Circle Post Earrings with 2 Loops
• A008182 – 2.5mm Silver Plated Steel Rollo Chain

Directions:

1. Cut two pieces of chain at 1.25 inches.
2. Slide a crystal on an eyepin and make a simple loop. Make sure both loops are facing the same direction. Repeat for all crystals.
3. Link the crystals and chain starting at one end of the post earring loops in the following sequence:
   4mm, 5mm, 6mm, chain, 6mm, 5mm and 4mm
4. Link the last 4mm to the other loop of the post earrings.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the other earring.

Check out more Post Earring DIYs.

Designed by Tory.

Our blog post today consists of three projects in one, using some of Swarovski’s newest pearl shapes! We are really loving these new shapes because they look organic with fun depths to them. Here are three pair of earrings pair the new pearls with some fitting TierraCast components.

Opulent Earrings #1

Items used in earrings: SW02568 (2), SW01454 (4), TC02572 (2), TC02568 & A019612.

Directions:

1. Open eyepin loop, slide on TierraCast charm and close loop.
2. Slide the following on the eyepin and make a simple loop:
   crystal, pearl and crystal.
3. Open dangle loop and slide on earwire loop and close loop.
4. Repeat all steps for other earring.

Opulent Earrings #2

Items used in earrings: SW02579 (2), SW01454 (4), TC02576 (2), TC02297 & A019697.

Directions:

1. Slide the following on to the headpin and make a simple loop:
   Opulent bead, crystal, pearl and crystal.
2. Open ear wire loop, slide on pearl dangle and close loop.
3. Repeat all steps for other earring.

Opulent Earrings #3

Items used in earrings: SW02604 (2), SW01454 (4), TC02562 (2), TC02297 & A019697.

Directions:

1. Slide the following on the headpin and make a simple loop:
   Pearl, crystal, dragon bead and crystal.
2. Open ear wire loop, slide on pearl dangle and close loop.
3. Repeat all steps for other earring.

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.

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.

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.

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.