4 Ways To Use Gemstone Donuts
Gemstone donuts are so easy to use for creating fun and bold jewellery designs. They are donut shaped, with a hole in the middle which makes them really easy to hang from threads or to wire wrap.
At Kernowcraft, we have a range of gemstone donuts to choose from including labradorite, lapis lazuli, amethyst and jasper in a range of sizes to suit your needs.
Below, we show you some simple beginner's friendly designs using gemstone donuts including how to use donut bails, how to create an instant necklace and how to wire-wrap them to create a bangle or earring drops.
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Watch Our Gemstone Donut Jewellery Making Tutorial Below
1. Use A Gemstone Donut Bail
Sterling Silver Flower Donut Bail
Bails are a popular choice when it comes to using donuts that are 25mm or larger. They are so simple to use - all you need to do is push the donut gently over the top of the holder to sit behind the flower design and then attach your favourite thread.
Sterling Silver Donut Bail
This bail is also a great choice for a minimal design, allowing your gemstone donut to take centre stage! This bail will fit 25mm & 30mm donuts. Open the top of the holder by gently pulling the ends apart (pulling the holder not the loops) and insert the donut and close until the loops line up. Attach your chosen thread and your design is complete.
2. Attach To A Thread To Create A Necklace
Creating a necklace may be easier than you think! With gemstone donuts, it's so simple - all you need to do is choose your favourite thread, fold it in half and push the folded end through the gemstone donut, then thread the ends through so the donut hangs from the middle of the cord. In some of the projects below, we have threaded on one of our large holed beads to add something extra.
Brecciated Jasper Donut & Carnelian Necklace
We've used a simple technique to use a cord to create a necklace using a donut, added a large holed bead and completed the design using a crimp with hook fastening.
We have a large range of bead stringing threads and accessories to get you started in the world of beading.
Whether you are looking for super strong threads such as fireline, leather cord and thong or beading wires we've got a wide range of bead stringing products to choose from.
3. Hang Donuts On Hoops
Rhyolite Donut Hoop Earrings
Our rose gold and sterling silver earring hoops can be used for a variety of jewellery designs. Whether you want to hang charms, beads or gemstone donuts - the choice is yours!
Here is another example using sterling silver hoops and mini donuts combined together to create an eyecatching design.
4. Wire Wrap Gemstone Donuts
Wire wrapping is such a popular jewellery making technique and allows you to get creative as the possibilities are endless. You can use beads, cabochons, crystals, charms and donuts to create an array of designs with limited tools and without the need to solder your work.
Jade Donut Bangle
Create bracelet with this statement gemstone donut! This project uses our sterling silver bangle wire, which is brilliant for incorporating wire-wrapped designs like this.
Follow our step by step tutorial with photos of this project here.
Wire Wrapped Donut Earring Drops
Here's another example of how you could used a wire wrapped gemstone donut.
Instead of attaching to a bangle, why not hang them from earwires and attach a charm for some gorgeous earring drops.
Feeling inspired?
Have a go for yourself and get creative with different threads and wire-wrapping techniques! Find all the jewellery making supplies you need online, including our wide range of stunning gemstone donuts.
Share your designs with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter - don't forget to use the hashtag #Kernowcraft for a chance to feature.
The products used in these projects are suggestions to inspire you. Products used were compatible at the time of making but do be aware that stocks can vary, so do use your own judgement as to the compatibility of each item when making.
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- Your Guide To Bead Stringing Materials For Jewellery Making
- The Essential Tools For Beading
- Beading: How To Start Jewellery Making With Lyndsey
- Answering Commonly Asked Beading Questions
- Types Of Beads For Jewellery Making
- The Difference Between Half Drilled, Top Drilled And Head Drilled Beads
- How To Use Top Drilled Beads
- Jewellery Making With Half Drilled Beads
- What Are Briolette Beads & How To Use Them
- Stringing Beads With Small Holes
- How To Make Your Bead Holes Bigger With A Bead Reamer
- Types Of Clasps For Jewellery Making
- 8 Reasons You Need A Bead Board
- How To Make A Sliding Knot
- Advice On Knotting Elastic Stretch Magic Thread
- How To Use Flex-Rite Jewellery Wire
- How To Use Crimps
- How To Make A Silkon Thread Briolette Necklace
- How To Make A Necklace With Beading Chain
- 4 Ways To Use Gemstone Donuts
- 4 Gemstone Chip Bead Project Ideas
- How To Use End Caps For Jewellery Making
- How To Make Earwires With Gemstone Beads
- How To Make A Memory Wire Bracelet
- How To Make Gemstone Bead Earrings
- How To Make A Bead Bar Necklace
- How To Make Beaded Bracelet With Flex-Rite Wire & Wire Guardians
- DIY Gemstone Friendship Bracelets
- How To Make A Beaded Bracelet With Knot Covers
- How To Make Polymer Clay Earrings
- How To Make Felt Jewellery
- DIY Mini Tassels & Jewellery Projects
HAVE A QUESTION?
If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch with our friendly team who will be more than happy to give you advice over email or on the phone.
You can learn more and find inspiration by visiting our Jewellery Making Tutorials, Jewellery Making Kits and YouTube Channel. Don't forget to follow us on social media and tag us in your designs on Instagram & Facebook, we would love to see!