If you’re looking for ways to be more sustainable and eco-friendlier this Christmas, investing in a jewellery making kit is the perfect way to learn or improve on a new talent, while making people thoughtful presents at the same time.
Jewellery making kits are super accessible because there are options for everyone, from new beginners looking to learn a new craft, to more complex kits for those who have been a fan of the hobby for a long time. When choosing your kit keep in mind your level of expertise, and also how much you’re happy to spend on your kit.
As well as being a productive way to spend an afternoon, making your own jewellery keeps your mind and hands busy and provides you with much-needed screen-free time in our hyper connected lives. It’s proven to be a mindful activity for many as a way to unwind and destress and the best part is you’re left with a gorgeous bespoke piece of jewellery at the end of it.
One of the big trends of Christmas 2021 is personalisation, and while you might not want to put a name on a piece of jewellery, you can certainly personalise presents in other ways, like using beads, gems or other materials that you know the recipient of the present will love.
Here, we’ve rounded up some of the best jewellery making kits on the market to buy right now, to suit every budget and ability.
The only problem might be parting with something so pretty!
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Design Your Own Silver Ring – At Home Kit
theringsmiths.com
US$115.00
This ‘At Home Kit’ provides you with all the tools you need to make a beautiful bespoke silver ring. There’s wax pre-sized to fit, a second wax to practice in, a protective tin and an envelope to return your wax in so you can have it cast in recycled sterling silver.
Although you send this back to The Ringsmith to be cast into silver, you’re not restricted on time and can take as long as you like on your ring masterpiece! Even better you’ll have your very own set of tools to keep and continue your new hobby.
2
Make Your Own Contemporary Beaded Jewellery Kit
notonthehighstreet.com
£43.99
A kit that contains everything you need to create beautiful beaded jewellery that is unique to you. There’s a mix of unique vintage beads and contemporary fun alphabet letters so you can make your bracelet as personalised as you like.
The kit also contains metal flex wire, jump rings, clasps and detailed instructions so you have everything you need at your fingertips.
3
Jewellry Making Kits for Adults
shynek
amazon.co.uk
£30.99
One of the most comprehensive jewellery making kits on the market, investing in this one will keep you busy all year!
There are thousands of beads, plus pliers, copper wire, elastic string, waxed necklace cord, necklace chain, needles, tweezers, caliper, 1 awl, 1 jump ring opener, 1 thimble ring, 1 thread scissors, 1 tape measure, 3 needle threaders, 1 zip pouch, 1 adjustable helping hands and much more.
We’d suggest this is probably the best kit for those who are already experienced in jewellery making.
4
Geometric Earring Making Kit
This fun kit is a great way to make beautiful personalised gifts for your loved ones. Each box has enough pieces to make 13 pairs of stylish earrings. It is good for beginners but also those with jewellery making experience.
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Candy DIY bracelet kit
ROXANNE ASSOULIN
net-a-porter.com.uk
£70.00
Roxanne Assoulin’s jewellery is so colourful and playful and this DIY ‘Candy’ kit lets you take the reins. Presented in a lined tin, it contains 73 vibrant enamel beads, which you can string along the gold tone-tipped cord to create your own unique bracelet. It’ll make such a thoughtful gift and is suitable for total novices.
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Bespoke Jewellery Making Kit
experiencecast.com
US$29.00
Create a ring, a pendant, earrings and more using this kit, then return to Cast and they will cast and hand-finish your design in sterling silver.
Inside this beautiful kit, which would make a lovely gift as well as a treat for yourself, you’ll find a selection of wax starting shapes, a high-quality carving knife, two unique steel shaping tools, a gold needle file, two different types of shaping sandpaper, a safe return tin and a UK Freepost envelope.
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Janod 13 Make Your Own Friendship Bracelets
Janod
johnlewis.com
£19.99
At the slightly easier end of the market is this pretty jewellery friendship bracelet set, which would be a lovely activity to do alongside your daughter or niece – perhaps you’d kick start a creative new hobby for them too!
The kit has instructions and materials for 13 different friendship bracelets in seven different designs, which can be stored in the beautiful jewellery box provided.
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DIY Tassel Earring Kit
notonthehighstreet.com
£28.00
Make two pairs of beautiful tassel earrings with this easy-to-use DIY kit. Because it makes two pairs, this would be a great activity or present to do together with someone you love – just make sure you both have pierced ears!
In the kit you’ll find silver and gold-plated earring finders, smooth cotton thread, tassels and a tassel tool.
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Debbie Kershaw Jewellery Making Craft Kit
Debbie Kershaw
argos.co.uk
£15.00
The purse-friendly price of this jewellery making kit makes it ideal for someone new to the hobby who wants to get a taste of it before committing to a more expensive kit.
Inside, you’ll find all you need to make bracelets, rings, earrings and necklaces, including chain nose pliers, felt bead mat, beads, pendants, jump rings and lobster clasps.
10
DIY Polymer Clay Earring Kit
Katrilee
etsy.com
US$27.55
Who said jewellery had to be metal and beads? This kit has everything you need to make six pairs of colourful clay earrings which you can personalise with different colour schemes.
The kit includes clay, earring finders, sandpaper, a toothpick, two shape cutters, a roller and instructions.
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Charm Jewellery Making Kit by Cotton Twist
In a bid to banish plastic tat from our homes, all Cotton Twist products are made by hand and this sweet set is perfect for imaginative accessory making.
The kit contains everything needed to create threaded bracelets and keyrings, including a wooden friendship bracelet weaving tool to make your cord, beads, charms and tassels.
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Floating Pearl Necklace Bundle
spoiltrottenbeads.co.uk
£19.00
This DIY necklace creates the illusion of floating freshwater pearls, as multi-coloured freshwater pearls are threaded onto the silver strand.
You can personalise the necklace by selecting the colours you want and build up a kit that contains everything you need – which is a great option if you already have bits left over from other kits and just want to add top-up pearls or beads.
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