Looking for another place to get tools online? Check out ToolsGS. Their description: “ToolsGS is a premium source for the finest quality professional precision tools available for artisans, technicians, hobbyists and jewelers.” The have a huge selection of everything … Read More ...
Recycled Eyeglass Lens Pins
Take all those old eyeglasses and make some kitschy cool pins! “Manic Thing Maker” KB Vanhorne shows you how on her colorful and creative blog A Patchwork World… Read More ...
Book Review: Create Jewelry: STONES
“Create Jewelry: Stones – Stunning Designs to make and wear” by Marlene Blessing and Jamie Hogsett
This book is the 3rd in the “Create Jewelry” … Read More ...
Chunky Wire Wrapped Gemstone Ring
You be in LOVE with this super easy wire ring tutorial from Cathie & Steve on Creative Juice! Its fun, and you’ll be obssessed making tons of them for all of your friends too.
Beautiful Clasps
Clasps for your jewelry don’t have to be humdrum. They can be beautiful enough to be the centerpiece of a necklace or bracelet.
If you are looking for beautiful clasps, look no further than Star’s Clasps. Just look at … Read More ...
Cabs and Slabs
Cabs and Slabs is a new site that offers one of a kind cabochons, rough gems and finished jewelry. The are really brand new and the selection is small but growing.
The cab selection isamazing and pretty diverse. There are … Read More ...
Giant Summer Clearance Sale at Delphi Glass
I just got a postcard for a large sale over at Delphi Glass. 90 COE textured Dichroic is 40% off, Moretti rods/104 COE are 60% off, Jewelry findings up to 50% and lots more. Go to the site to … Read More ...
The Naughty Secretary Club: The Working Girls Guide to Handmade Jewerly Book Review
The Naughty Secretary Club: The Working Girls Guide to Handmade Jewelry by Jennifer Perkins
- Paperback: 144 pages
- Publisher: North Light Books (August 11, 2008)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1600611168
- ISBN-13: 978-1600611162
I will preface this by being completely honest – its … Read More ...
Book Review: Wrap, Stitch, Fold & Rivet by Mary Mary Hettmansperger
Book Review: Wrap, Stitch, Fold & Rivet: Making Designer Metal Jewelry by Mary Hettmansperger
- Hardcover: 128 pages
- Publisher: Lark Books (June 3, 2008)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1600591256
- ISBN-13: 978-1600591259
- Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.6 x 0.7 inches
Ms. Hettmansperger is … Read More ...
“ID Me” Metal Clay Bracelet Tutorial
Tammy Powley has a pretty metal clay ID bracelet tutorial up on her blog Crafty Princess Diairies. This lovely project is from her book “Picture Yourself Creating Metal Clay Jewelry
” and is made with lowfire clay and a … Read More ...
Bead Nerd – A bead business blog
Bead Nerd, and its all about the business of being successful in your bead business. Authored by Lori Greenburg, this site features artist interviews, sales tricks and tips, and other articles to help you grow your business. Current blogposts … Read More ...
Jewelry Artist Interview – Jennifer Heynen of Jangles!
Today’s Jewelry Artist interview is with ceramic bead artist Jennifer Heynen. Her business Jangles is located in Athens, GA and her colorful work appeared in many jewelry making magazines. She’s got an amazing array of ceramic products in addition to … Read More ...
Wholesale only at Zarlene Imports
For over 40 yrs, Zarlene Imports have been supplying serious jewelry makers with a enormous inventory of gemstone beads, cabochons, facetted stones and findings. They offer: Orders in by 11am are shipped that day, knowledgeable customer service reps with at … Read More ...
Add your Crafty Creations to the Craft Gossip Flickr Group
Craft Gossip has set up a Flickr group for our readers to submit photos of all the gorgeous jewelry you’ve made!!! Please check it out and add some photos.… Read More ...
Christmas in August Sale at Thunderbird Supply Company
Thunderbird Supply Company is one of my favorite supply sites. They are having a couple of sales right now – one is on everything on the site, the other is a sale on holiday themed charms-take a look and … Read More ...