Are you ready to dive into the world of jewelry making? If you love shiny, sparkly accessories, then you're in for a treat! Today, we'll learn how to create earrings, necklace pendants and bracelets with blank connector cabochon settings.
These settings, are like little frames, eagerly await your favorite designs, offering endless possibilities! Plus, you can find all the supplies you need, including connector settings, glass cabochons, and more, right here at Perfect Pendants Plus.
Let's start by gathering our supplies. Here's what you'll need:
- Blank Connector Cabochon Settings: These are the foundation of your jewelry pieces. They come in various shapes and sizes, so you can choose the ones that suit your style best.
- Glass Cabochons: These are the beautiful, shiny gems that will be the focal point of your earrings and bracelets. We carry the matching sizes of clear glass cabochons to match all of our blank connector settings. So let your creativity run wild!
- The fun part is personalizing your connect settings. Here are just a few ideas but the possibilities are endless. I love using Scraps of patterned paper, old maps, magazine clippings, photographs, glitter, fabric and up cycled jewelry pieces. Don't forget the micro glaze if you are using paper to protect the images from bleeding.
- Jump Rings: These little metal rings are essential for connecting your cabochon settings to earring wires or bracelet chains. They come in handy for all sorts of jewelry making projects.
- Necklace Chains: If you're making necklace or bracelets, you'll need some chain to create the band. You can choose from different styles and lengths to customize your pieces.
- Earring Wires: For earrings, you'll need a pair of earring wires to attach your cabochon settings to. They come in various metals and styles, so pick the ones that match your taste.
- Diamond Glaze: Clear jewelry making glue.
- Pliers: I suggest a good pair of chain nose pliers.
Now that we have our supplies ready, it's time to start creating!
*Let's begin with earrings. Start by selecting two blank connector cabochon settings and two glass cabochons that fit perfectly inside them. Place the cabochons into the settings, making sure they're secure.
*Next, take a pair of jump rings and attach them to the loops on the top of each connector setting. Finally, attach the earring wires to the jump rings, and voila! You've just made a beautiful pair of earrings that are sure to dazzle.
If bracelets are more your style, the process is similar. Choose a blank connector cabochon setting and a glass cabochon, then assemble them as you did for the earrings.
Once your cabochon is securely in place with Diamond Glaze, attach jump rings to either side of the connector setting. Then, take your chain, ribbon or stitch cord and cut it to the desired length for your bracelet.
Attach one end to one of the jump rings using another jump ring. Complete this step for the other side of the bracelet, and you're done! You now have a stunning bracelet that you can wear with pride.
The beauty of using blank connector cabochon settings is that you can personalize your jewelry however you like. You can use photos, illustrations, or even small pieces of fabric to create unique designs for your cabochons. The possibilities are endless, so let your imagination run wild!
And the best part? You can find all the supplies you need for your jewelry making adventures right here at Perfect Pendants plus . From connector settings and glass cabochons to jump rings, chains, and earring wires, we've got you covered.
So why not give jewelry making a try? It's a fun and creative way to express yourself and make something beautiful to wear or give as a gift.
We hope you enjoyed this beginner's guide to making earrings and bracelets with blank connector cabochon settings. Happy crafting!