My new-found friend Andrew Thornton was recently diagnosed with cancer and as a self-employed artist finds himself in the unfortunate situation of many Americans – facing this serious threat to his health without the benefit of medical insurance. Thankfully, there … Read More ...
FaveCrafts tutorial – Crystal Mandala Earrings
These pretty blue crystal mandala earrings remind me of snowflakes. Beadalon’s Bonnie Clewans shares her tutorial for making them at FaveCrafts.… Read More ...
FaveCrafts tutorial – the Eye of the Tiger
Beadalon’s Katie Hacker shares her tutorial for this delicate piece at the FaveCrafts site. The dangles at the end look like they would sway like tall grasses in a gentle breeze.… Read More ...
Giveaways from Lark Books are coming…
Lark Books has given me a treasure trove of books to share exclusively with you, dear CraftGossip readers! Check back soon for details on how you can enter to win a signed copy of one of these Lark Books that … Read More ...
Passionate red earrings
I love these funky and “passionate red” earrings from Bananista! They have a simple and yet very interesting design. Mercedes says, “my … handmade limited edition jewelry (is) inspired by all the simple things that surround our everyday life… … Read More ...
Cello string choker
Check out this unusual choker design from YarnPlayer aka Marilee. Made from a piece she tatted “free style” and a cello string, this piece incorporates two of Marilee’s loves – yarn and music. If you know your way around a … Read More ...
Solar Color Dust
If you use resin in your jewelry work, I wonder if you’ve seen Solar Color Dust yet? Mix this UV sensitive pigment powder into your clear resin (clear epoxy, gloss paint, lacquer, other solvent borne or plastic mediums will work … Read More ...
Necklace giveaway
Kathleen Ashton is having a giveaway at her blog Charm Bracelet Diva. Kathleen says, “The necklace is a mash-up of different “charms” ~ a vintage rosary connector, vintage cross charm with green inlaid stones, vintage antique brass bead connectors, … Read More ...
The kits are ready!
Back in September I showed you quilled necklaces from Mary Louise and mentioned she was working on developing quilling kits in the future. Well, the future is here! Check out Mary Louise’s kits in her Etsy shop mlmxoxo.… Read More ...
FaveCrafts Tutorial – Faux Forged Foil Bracelet
I really like the look of this bracelet created by Heidi Borchers of Inspired at Home. Her tutorial is easy to follow and needs only simple materials you may already have at home.… Read More ...
FaveCrafts tutorial – fiery bracelet
Posted by Ann Dillard for Beadalon, this fiery bracelet is sure to ignite interest in your next outfit. Take a look at Ann’s tutorial on FaveCrafts and get started on yours today!… Read More ...
For your noggin
Lark has a new book due out this spring by Caroline Cox. Called Vintage Jewelry Designs
, Marthe Le Van learned about many once popular accessories such as the aigrette, bandeau, diadem, and ferronière while editing the text. Marthe’s recent … Read More ...
Cutest creepies ever
I love the little creepies Melanie made! Aren’t they cute? I don’t see them in her shop yet, but you might also like her sugar skulls.… Read More ...
More jewelry from nature
Remember when I showed you Maya Kuzman’s tutorial for making organic jewelry from melon seeds? Look at what she’s done with a fir cone! If you haven’t been there lately, head over to The Little Treasures to see Maya’s … Read More ...
Upcycled bottle cap earrings
Take a look at this Italian tutorial for turning bottle caps into these quirky, fun earrings! This tutorial from Pane, Amore e Creativitá has lots of pictures so you can follow along even if you can’t read the post.… Read More ...
