As suppliers of Beading Tools for some years now, one of the most common questions we are asked is 'what type of pliers should I buy?' This guide is complied by Graham Halls of CJ Beaders, specialists in the...
This is a two part guide on the Brother ribber. Part 1 is installing your ribber properly onto the knitting machine. Part two is making the necessary adjustments before knitting can be found under the title:...
The decision to buy a domestic knitting machine usually comes at the point when a hand-knitter finds that knitting stocking stitch is far too slow and boring. Stocking stitch (one row plain, one row purl) is...
Fabric A - Z Below is an A - Z list of modern and traditional words or terms used in the dressmaking and soft furnishing industry. Trade names and companies are included. Many International words are...
1. Use a craft knife and not scissors, as it is a lot quicker and accurate 2. Practise under-cutting a technique where the craft knife is held at an angle and used to cut under the paper, this will held any...
Princess Jewellery's guide to making a beaded wrapped wire link or drop.Difficulty level: Level 1 - Beginner (For explanation of ratings please see bottom of this guide)Time: 5 minutes I chose to make a beaded...
Fed up with paying loads for jewellery? Why not have a go at making your own from loose gemstones? You don't necessarily need any special tools (depending on the type of setting) and it's so easy. If I can do...
Princess Jewellery's Guide to Making a Rainbow Crystal Bracelet.Difficulty level: Level 2 - Quick Easy (For explanation of ratings please see bottom of this guide)Time: 60 minutes This beautiful rainbow...
Princess Jewellery's guide to making a basic beaded wire link or drop.Difficulty level: Level 1 - Beginner (For explanation of ratings please see bottom of this guide)Time: 5 minutes I chose to make a beaded...
A Guide to buying Green Stuff. Points to consider before you make your purchase. Green Stuff is manufactured in either ribbon form - sometimes called tape - or in cylindrical tubes. Up until the end of 2004...