The first thing you need to do is decide what kind of earrings you want to make your sister.

We have a Learning Center full of free earring design ideas that include step-by-step instructions as well as a materials list of everything you need. Please feel free to browse our selection:

http://www.artbeads.com/lc-jewelry-earrings-view-all.html

If you need any assistance putting the earrings together you are more than welcome to call our customer service line toll free at +1 (866) 715.2323 seven days a week.

Good luck with your project!

You can find our Leather Cord by the Foot via the following links:

http://www.artbeads.com/leather-cord.html
http://www.artbeads.com/braided-leather-foot.html

We have several free keychain ideas available in our Learning Center that inspire your own keychain design. These picture tutorials contain materials lists and easily adaptable instructions. These designs can be found via the following link:

http://www.artbeads.com/lc-crafts-apparel-accessories-clothing.html

Yes they are included. Some are very vague and make it hard to figure out. So start simple to learn the basics. I like to buy the kits just for the beads. Your ideas may be better than theirs!!

The necklace in the Two Hearts Lariat Kit needs only two crimps, one at each end.