DIY Jewellery with a Bestiary and Animal Print Theme

Animal motifs, animal prints, leopard, or crocodile: our DIY tutorials guide you step by step in creating animal-print jewellery, such as bracelets, earrings, brooches, or keychains made with Miyuki beads, polymer clay, or resin beads. From small woven animals with python or tortoiseshell patterns, these projects are suitable for beginners and experienced crafters alike and are right on trend for the fall-winter 2026–2027 jewellery season.

Animal-themed jewellery and animal prints: a style with character

Leopard, panther, python, or crocodile: the animal print style adds personality to a simple outfit. Animal-inspired jewellery is one of this season’s trends, and the good news is that it’s easy to pull off at home.

Our tip: Choose a single statement piece—such as a necklace, earrings, or a keychain—and keep the rest of your look neutral. Gold pairs beautifully with leopard print.

Small animals to weave, for all skill levels

Animal motifs aren’t limited to leopard spots. Our tutorials also bring real little animals to life—whether woven or assembled:

for beginners: bird earrings made in just a few minutes, or a bag charm with a dachshund pendant, pom-poms, and a bandana
For intermediate weavers: an odd-peyote seahorse keychain, perfect for learning to follow a pattern
For experienced creators: a 3D fish using multiple techniques

Bead weaving lets you create an animal pattern one stitch at a time. The very uniform Miyuki Delicas 11/0 beads make it easy to follow the patterns, and you’ll find all our seed beads to choose your colours.

Animal prints: quick-to-make jewellery

Want a quick result? The leopard print fits right into an elastic tube bead bracelet, ready in 10 minutes. It’s a great first project—to give as a gift or keep for yourself.

For a more intricate piece, try the wrap bracelet: it combines woven seed beads, leather cord, faceted beads, gemstones, and brass beads.