Do you have some vintage flower looms you picked up at a thrift or yard sale but no instructions?? I found a GREAT tutorial on how to make them on Sunshine’s Creations. Her instructions are very clear and the … Read More ...
Zipper Flower Brooch Tutorial
Funky, fun and eco chic! This unusual flower brooch tutorial is made from a zipper and comes to you from Martha Stewart Crafts.
You could use a new zipper or recycle a broken zipper from clothing. I love it!!!… Read More ...
Check out the Massive CraftGossip March Madness Giveaway!!!!
Don’t you love our new look?? We do! and to celebrate we have lots of prizes to giveaway for our re-launch month. There are over 440 prizes you could win!!!!! For full details of all the … Read More ...
101 More Great Jewelry Selling Techniques
Dr. David Weiman, is the Marketing Director for Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist since 1986 as well as marketing director of Step by Step Beads, and Step by Step Wire Jewelry. This man knows how to sell jewelry! In his new … Read More ...
St. Patricks Jewelry Giveaway
You*niquely Chic is having a “Luck of the Irish” jewelry giveaway.
You can win this beautiful emerald Swarovski necklace and earring set! All you have to do to enter to win is leave a post on their blog … Read More ...
Beadaholique Chain Sale
20% Off All Chain In Stock!
Enter Code CHAIN29 In Shopping Cart
Beadaholique is the place! If you are making jewelry, you’ve probably use some chain, and this is a great time to stock up. All chains including … Read More ...
Etched-Glass Storage Jars Tutorial
On Martha Stewart Living, a great tutorial for etched glass storage jars.
She has them for food products, but I think they would be great for bead storage! Lordy knows I have a TON of jars with buttons, beads, jewelry … Read More ...
Soft Flex’s Eco-Friendly Beading Wire
Did you know that Soft Flex® Wire is the first wire manufacturer to go “green”? I didn’t until recently! HOW cool is that! All stainless steel used in the construction of Soft Flex products is 100% recyclable. The nylon … Read More ...
Book Review: Designing Jewelry with Semi Precious Beads
Designing Jewelry with Semiprecious Beads
: Stringing Instructions and Techniques for Necklaces, Bracelets, and Much More by Kim GoverISBN: 978-1-59668-104-0
Whatever your skill or interest level, you’ll find lots to inspire you in Designing Jewelry with Semiprecious Beads. By
Wool Wrapped Bangles
Courtesy of Martha, make a collection of bangles to warm your wrists! A great tutorial to use up left over bits of yarn!… Read More ...
Daily Dose of Inspiration at One Pretty Thing
If you haven’t heard about “One Pretty Thing” blog then you are in for a serious treat!!!
Their motto “Daily Inspirations for a Handmade Life”, and every day she posts up to 20 tutorials for pretty handmade items, and … Read More ...
Help Re-Stash a Crafter affected by the Victorian Bush Fires
Help those affected by the Victorian Brushfires, by making a kit of supplies via Handmade Help website.
There will be a lot of crafters out there who have lost the means to craft, who will be starting from scratch and … Read More ...
Thunderbird Supply Super Sale!!!!
Tomorrow ( Saturday, February 28) Thunderbird Supply is having a Super Sale! Everything will be sold at the best published price that means 500 ozt price for Sterling Silver and 10% off items with one price. Best … Read More ...
Bust Spring Fling Craftacular Applications open!
The BUST Spring Fling Craftacular is back with a vengeance!
The date is May 17th and they are accepting applications now, so don’t delay, apply today. ONLY 50 spots are available so apply NOW and send pics of your … Read More ...
Unique Los Angeles Vendor Applications open
UNIQUE LOS ANGELES is an exciting two-day shopping event that showcases independent design talent at great prices. The event brings together over 230 of the best designers, artists and merchants.
Their winter show was a HUGE success and I’m sure … Read More ...