Ireland Color Story - DIY Jewelry Making Inspiration

~ Find Joy in the Journey ~

Are you ready to learn how to manipulate filigree?
Find links below for VIDEO TUTORIALS showing fun tips, project materials, tools & supplies lists. 

Lets travel together on this Inspirational Color Story . . . 

Interested in making these projects? Be sure to pick up our Limited Edition Celtic Coast Bead Mix, which is beaming with a gorgeous assortment of three Swarovski Crystal shapes, Moss Agate, Citrine, Czech glass and Chinese crystals. 

Swarovski Crystal colors inspired by this Ireland theme are; Crystal Vitrail Medium, Crystal Metallic Sunshine & Olivine. 

This Irish-inspired color palette of crystals & gemstones complement our natural brass and copper finishes beautifully!  

Color, texture and fluidity are just some of the characteristics of this charming necklace, inspired by a scenic cliff along a breathtaking Ireland coastline. 

 
Product quantities used to make this Necklace design are listed below: 

• Alchemy – DP0025 (1pc)
• Filigree Bead Cap, 7mm – BC10 (4pcs)
• Filigree Tube Bead – BD40 (2pcs)
• Dotted Spacer – PT170-170 (4pcs)
• Arched Tube Bead – CBD230 (2pcs)
• Figure Eight Connector, 9mm – C2H250 (2pcs)
• Fine Ornate Chain, 2.2x3.8mm - CH10-170 (21inches)
  *8in of chain per side + 6in of chain for bottom
• Lobster Clasp, 9.5mm – CL0002-170 (1pc)
• Head Pin, 3in – HP3 (3pcs)
• Eye Pin, 1in – EP1 (9pcs)
• Cable Jump Ring, 5mm – JR117 (11pcs)
• Cable Jump Ring, 7.25mm - JR107 (3pcs)
• Celtic Coast Bead Mix *limited edition* this design includes the following beads ~
  *Swarovski Crystal 4mm Crystal Metallic Sunshine Rondelle Bead - 5045 (2pcs)
  *Moss Agate 6mm Round Bead (2pcs)
  *Jade 8mm Faceted Round Bead (2pcs)
  *Chinese Crystal 8x6mm Faceted Teardrop Bead (2pcs)
  *Czech Glass 8x6mm Cathedral Cut Bead (1pc)
  *Copper Pineapple Bead – CBD210 (2pcs)
  *Melon Bead, 4mm – CBD30 (2pcs)

TOOLS used to create these projects... 

• 5in Ergo Round Nose Plier w/ Cutter 
• 5in Ergo Chain Nose Plier w/ Cutter
• 5in Flush Cutter

The warm glow of artisan copper beads delicately frame a beautiful natural brass connector, giving these earrings the shape of intricate castle turrets. Who wouldn't want to lookout and see sparkling olivine & metallic sunshine crystals glimmering in their glory! 

Product quantities used to make this Earring design are listed below:   

• Nouveau – Y40 (2pcs)
• Arched Tube Bead – CBD230 (4pcs)
• Round Loop Ear Wire – ER40 (2pcs)
• Eye Pin, 1.5in – EP15 (4pcs)
• Head Pin, 1.5in – HP0001 (2pcs)
• Cable Jump Ring, 5mm – JR117 (14pcs)
• Cable Jump Ring, 7.25mm - JR107 (2pcs)
• Smooth Jump Ring, 4.25mm – JR10 (2pcs)
• Celtic Coast Bead Mix *limited edition* this design includes the following bead ~
  *Swarovski Crystal 8mm Olivine Mini Square Bead – 5053 (2pcs)
  *Swarovski Crystal 4mm Crystal Metallic Sunshine Rondelle Bead – 5045 (4pcs)

TOOLS & Supplies used to create these projects... 

• 5in Ergo Round Nose Plier w/ Cutter 
• 5in Ergo Chain Nose Plier w/ Cutter
• 5in Flush Cutter

Ornate brass details frame a gorgeous radiant Swarovski crystal, illuminating its beauty at every angle. Its colors reflect a stunning coastal sunset you won't want to take your eyes off of.

Learn how to make this captivating Filigree Wrapped Crystal Pendant >>

• Framed Scrollwork - P0020 (1pc)
• Square Dapped Filigree – F20 (1pc)
• Fine Oval Chain, 4.4x6.6mm – CH106 (33inches)
• Cable Jump Ring, 5mm – JR117 (2pcs)
• Cable Jump Ring, 6mm - JR112 (3pcs)
• Cable Jump Ring, 15.25mm – JR109-170 (2pcs)
• Celtic Coast Bead Mix *limited edition* this design includes the following bead ~
  *Swarovski Crystal 12mm Crystal Vitrail Medium Foiled Rivoli – 1122 (1pc)

TOOLS used to create these projects... 

• 5in Ergo Chain Nose Plier w/ Cutter
• 5in Flush Cutter
• Metal Awl

 A trio of fine filigree layers showcase a rainbow-like effect from this luminous Swarovski crystal. Catch a prism of vibrant colors as you wear this filigree wrapped treasure.

This project has a 2-part Video Tutorial demonstrating how to assemble the focal. 
Step 1:
Scroll back up to previous video to learn how to make a Filigree Wrapped Crystal Pendant - or WATCH HERE.

Step 2:
Learn how to make a unique Layered Filigree Bracelet Focal  >> 

Product quantities used to make this Bracelet design are listed below:   

• Square Dapped Filigree – F20 (1pc)
• Heirloom Window – F027 (1pc)
• Rosette Filigree – F112 (1pc)
• Figure Eight Connector, 14mm – C2H251 (10pcs)
• Figure Eight Connector, 9mm – C2H250 (16pcs)
• Head Pin, 1.5in – HPF15 (2pcs)
• Head Pin, 1in – HP3 (8pcs)
• Eye Pin, 1in – EP1 (10pcs)
• Lobster Clasp, 12mm – CL0003 (1pc)
• Smooth Jump Ring, 5.25mm – JR30 (1pc)
• Smooth Jump Ring, 7.25mm – JR40 (1pc)
• Celtic Coast Bead Mix *limited edition* includes the following beads ~
  *Swarovski Crystal 12mm Crystal Vitrail Medium Foiled Rivoli – 1122 (1pc)
  *Swarovski Crystal 4mm Crystal Metallic Sunshine Rondelle Bead – 5045 (4pcs)
  *Chinese Crystal 5x3mm Faceted Rondelle Bead (4pcs)
  *Citrine 5mm Faceted Coin Bead (2pcs)
  *Melon Bead, 3.2mm – BD236 (3pcs)
  *Melon Bead, 4mm – CBD30 (8pcs)

TOOLS used to create these projects... 

• 5in Ergo Round Nose Plier w/ Cutter 
• 5in Ergo Chain Nose Plier w/ Cutter
• 5in Flush Cutter
• 1.5mm Short Jaw Hole Punch Plier

We have a special gift for you in May! For Retail orders $50+ you'll receive this FREE OLIVINE CRYSTAL EARRING KIT featuring stunning crystals from Swarovski *whiles supplies last. That's not it! You also get a FREE Video Tutorial to see how to assemble the earrings!! 

Learn how to make these lovely Filigree Wrapped Crystal Earrings >> 

• Fanned Filigree – F180 (2pcs)
• Long Arched Ear Wire – ER50 (2pcs)
  *Swarovski Crystal 21x7mm Olivine Long Classical Oval FS – 4161 (2pcs) *crystals available in promotional Earring Kit only 

TOOLS used to create these projects... 

• 5in Ergo Chain Nose Plier w/ Cutter

Thank you for taking the time to check out my Ireland-Inspired Color Story DIY Jewelry designs and tutorials! I hope you found a new technique you haven't tried before and you enjoy creating these projects as much as I did. Browse our entire Vintaj Hand Tools collection for all your jewelry making needs. Wishing you a magical Spring season full of new projects and inspiration! 

Happy Designing ~ Jess