7-day plan
Beading Starter
Day 1
Buy the 6 must-have products from the shopping list. Choose apatite beads if unsure.
Day 2
Set up your workspace: beading mat, pliers, and good lighting. Learn the basics of crimping on YouTube (2 videos, max 10 min).
Day 3
Practice threading beads without wire first. Feel how the beads lie. Check if hole size matches your needle/wire.
Day 4
Make your first bracelet. Start with 8–10 beads, attach with crimp beads, crimp, and attach clasp. Total time: 20–30 min.
Day 5
Check if the bracelet holds. Use the tandem method (two crimps) if unsure about strength.
Day 6
Make your first pair of earrings. Choose 6–8 apatite beads per earring. Attach hooks with jump rings.
Day 7
Give away your first piece of jewelry, or take a photo and post on Instagram with #beginnerjewelry. Write “I made this” — the response will surprise you.