Jewellery: Threading & Closures

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Contemporary jewellery making is very resourceful and utilises a range of skills and techniques across the art mediums, including the age-old trends of weaving and macrame. Here are a few ideas on how to add that special touch to your jewellery, instead of using ready-made Jewellery Findings.

 Exploration: Threading & Closures

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Unisex Bracelets

Explore plaiting and weaving Friendship Bracelet Cord, Leather Cord or Leather Lacing to create wearable bracelets.

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Charms Bracelet

Create charms using modelling media. Alternatively use Shrinky Dinks for transparent and novel trinkets (pictured). 

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Threading

Thread handmade beads onto Leather or Hemp Cord to create a striking necklace. For bracelets, thread beads onto Stretch Beading Cord for more flexibility. 

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Wire Earrings

Soft Wire is very easy to manipulate without tools.