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Jewellery Making With Half Drilled Beads

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Wondering what jewellery you can make using half drilled beads?

The possibilities are endless! Using half drilled beads is so easy and they are great if you're just getting started in your jewellery making journey.

All you need is some glue to attach the beads to the appropriate setting.

At Kernowcraft, we offer a large range of half drilled gemstone beads in a range of sizes to suit your design ideas - plus lots of settings you can experiment with too.

Below you'll find some of our projects to inspire you (with a handy shopping list), plus an insight into our range of jewellery settings. Find all the jewellery making supplies you need online including chain, glue, jump rings, charms and more to complete your designs.

What Glue To Use To Set Half Drilled Beads

We always get asked what the best glue is for jewellery making and we always recommend Devcon Epoxy 5 Minute Glue.

When using with half drilled beads, simply dab the glue onto the peg on your chosen setting, set your chosen bead and leave to dry.

It's fast drying, high strength and can be used on a range of materials including gemstones, metal, glass, ceramic, concrete and wood. So you can use it for a range of crafts or even around the house.

devcon glue for jewellery making
how to set half drilled beads

Explore Half Drilled Bead Settings With Kernowcraft

Pegs With Loops

A peg and loop is a popular way to use half drilled beads. Simply add glue to the peg and set with your favourite bead. You could then use it as a charm on a bracelet or as a simple pendant with a chain.

peg with loop

amethyst top drilled necklace

Ring Settings

We have so many high quality ring settings to choose from, including these rings for half drilled beads, just set with your favourite half drilled bead.

half drilled ring settings

blue lace agate ring

Earstud Settings

Our earstuds for half drilled beads are so easy to use! Simply glue on your favourite gemstone bead - if you're after a gift why not use their birthstone to create a personalised and sentimental design. We also have earstuds with loops so you can also hang decorative element to your design.

half drilled earstuds

pearl earstuds

Half Drilled Pendant Settings

We love this beautiful sterling silver pendant settings which features 3 half drilled beads! The design is reminiscent of trees dripping with berries or coral under the sea so it looks great with bright beads or pearls nestled into the cups.

pendant for half drilled beads

half drilled bead necklace

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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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!

What Our Customers Say...

Claire
I just wanted to say a big thank you for the beautiful sapphires that arrived today. Hannah picked out just what I wanted and I’m over the moon with them.
Lenna
Hi, just a quick email to thank you for my cross and chain - I love it. What a speedy service - ordered it yesterday and wearing it tonight. Thank you very much.
A
I added a special request for moonstones with strong blue/green flashes and received 3 briolettes which were exactly that - some of the prettiest moonstones I’ve seen. Thank you!
Helen
Just wanted to say thank you for picking such beautiful stones for my order. I'm halfway through making a ring for my daughter and the rose cut rainbow moonstones are particularly yummy. Thank you!
Kim Thomson
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Claire Hall
Kernowcraft is my go to for all my gemstones! Their stones are the first ones I show when offering my clients stone choices and I can't recommend their customer service enough! This is a company that cares!
Jenny Kirkwood
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Lauren Jodie Piercy
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Lynn Carson
I bought the sand dollar charm to make a holiday bracelet. It’s really lovely, subtle and pretty detail. Perfect piece and exactly as described.
Catherine Warwick
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Frank Wilson
I have grown as a jewellery maker over the last year or so due to the encouragement the team have given me - they are all experienced jewellery makers or keen crafters. They have helped to guide me through my inventory, offered helpful tips and advice on all manner of silver working.
Jill Hammersely
I just wanted to say a massive thank you to the team, particularly the ladies that helped me yesterday. Delivery took less than 24hrs, that's amazing. The quality of both cabochons and settings are stunning.
Gloria Williams
I just came across your online shop and my first reaction was wow! It has everything i need to carry on with my jewellery making. I've seen things that i have been looking for and couldn't find in so many other shops!
Vivienne Sadler
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Catriona
Thank you for my recent order as I'm blown away by all the lovely pieces. I don't really know what to start work on first. Thank you for supplying top quality items on a easy to use website. 
Mihaela Ciubotaru
I am very happy with my products... it is wonderful to have a reliable source of materials and gems with a fast delivery and a lot of tips on how to use the tools we buy.
Janice Scragg
Your website is easy to use, your products excellent, nice friendly service on the phone and delivery quick, excellent. Thank you and well done Kernowcraft. Gold star!
Dorota Todd
I just wanted to say how impressed I am with the quality of pearls in my recent order! Thank you so much for taking time and matching them into pairs, it's very appreciated. Thank you and I am definitely going to buy at your store in the future.
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Rhiannon Piper
The opal I received is absolutely amazing and just perfect. Its such a beautiful stone and I tried it with my wedding dress yesterday and its just set it off so well.
Marshal
Thank you to the lady who went to a great deal of trouble to find a very small opal that fitted a bezel cup. The work is now complete and looks very nice - my wife is delighted with the result.
Hayley Meredith
I just wanted to say thank you for the amazing service from Kernowcraft.  I find your website easy to navigate, products good quality and the delivery is second to none!
Sarah Tiley
Whenever I feel unsure as to where to purchase any stones or jewellery requirements I always go back to what is familiar. Thank you Kernowcraft for being true to your customers.
Joel Martin
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Deborah Roberts-Barter
I have sent a couple of email enquiries today, which have been really quickly answered. This customer service is what made me order with you straight away!
Frank Wilson
It is always a joy to deal with your Company and your hints and tips always help me to improve my skills and encourage my interests. Thank you for caring about us small enthusiastic silversmiths!
Denise Mountain Pike
I recently ordered a couple of replacement stones from you and I'd just like to say how happy I am with my purchase and very impressed with he friendly helpful service you gave. Thank you very much.
Lydia Farrow
Just to say that I have always had the best possible results for every order - however small and all your products are of excellent quality.
Christine Wood
Just want to say a very big thank you for your quick delivery and excellent service. The stones I ordered arrived this morning, the quality and price are second to none. I was delighted with my purchase. Thank you so much.
Maggi Henman
I’ve just had my first order from you and I am so pleased with the fast delivery and the quality of the products. The satin cords and the findings really finished off my ceramic jewellery.
Eve
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Julia Schofield
I’ve used Kernowcraft as a supplier for findings and pearls since beginning my business 8 years ago, because I know I can absolutely rely on the quality I get. The service is pretty impeccable too.
Helen Bowles
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April Luescher
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Daniel Coe
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