Beads and components for the creation of handmade costume jewelry

To make costume jewelry easily, start by choosing simple materials such as beads, nylon thread or elastic, and a few basic findings (rings, clasps, hooks, etc.).

With a little practice, you’ll be able to personalize your creations by experimenting with different colors, shapes, and materials. We’ll give you tips and advice to help you learn the basics.

There are several tips for quickly stringing beads onto a thread. The first is to choose beads that are already strung on a thread—a real time-saver.
The second is to use a beading needle, which is ideal for small beads. Finally, the third tip—often overlooked but incredibly effective—is to use a bead spinner. We explain these different techniques in detail in our dedicated guide.