Palak shares an easy tutorial for rakhis that even very young children can make. Palak is making these rakhis for Raksha Bandhan, the Hindu celebration of the bond between brother and sister. Take a look at Strawbazies to see how … Read More ...
Screenprint Bangles with Your iPhone
Remember my post about Inkodye photosensitive ink? There’s soon going to be an app for that! Using the ‘Lumityper’ app, take a picture using an iPhone, convert it into a negative, and then print the negative on … Read More ...
Terrific Tassels
Here’s a 2-minute tutorial from Honor for terrific tassel earrings. Get the tutorial at Home Heart Craft.… Read More ...
Forward Spiral Knot Friendship Bracelets
Just in time for summer camp! This video tutorial will teach you to make colorful friendship bracelets using forward spiral knots.… Read More ...
More Jewelry bugs you can DIY
If you loved the recent giveaway of Beaded Bugs: Make 30 Moths, Butterflies, Beetles, and Other Cute Critters
by Nicola Tedman and Jean Power, then take a look at Torque Story to see Geneva’s post about more gorgeous beaded bugs. … Read More ...
Burnt Offerings Necklace from Margot Potter
Take a look at Margot Potter’s “retro-fabulous” tutorial for her Burnt Offerings necklace. Made from wooden craft stars and book pages, the possibilities for this type of decoupage “bead” are nearly endless with some imagination! And if you need more … Read More ...
Etsy Find: Whysper Fairy molds
Take a look at these detailed and lovely push molds from Whysper Fairy. Suitable for polymer clay, metal clay creations or even fondant!… Read More ...
Annie’s Jewelry
These pieces from Annie’s Jewelry are but a few of her polymer clay jewelry creations. Ann says making jewelry is her one “girly thing to do in a house of boys and motorcycles.” The pieces above show Ann’s use of … Read More ...
Polymer Clay Jewelry of Susan Samitz
The polymer clay jewelry of Susan Samitz is fun, vibrant and bold as seen in these examples of her work. Susan’s designs are often said to look painted. Instead she builds intricate designs inside canes and then carefully slices them … Read More ...
Pearl Wedding Necklace
June is the month of weddings and this pretty necklace from Style Me Pretty at FaveCrafts is sure to make any bride smile. Get the instructions for making a special, personalized necklace like this one at FaveCrafts.… Read More ...
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Medieval
Until July 28th, you can download a free tutorial from Beading Arts for this wire and bead necklace designed by Paul Bishop. Called Midnight in the Garden of Good and Medieval, this tutorial will be available for sale … Read More ...
Yu-Ping Lin’s Kaleido Jewelry
Take a look at this beautiful creation from Yu-Ping Lin. Featured at Daily Art Muse, Susan Lomoto writes about Yu-Ping’s textile art jewelry inspired by origami and Chinese paper craft.
Lin says, “Through this collection, I try to create a … Read More ...
Square Knot Bracelet Tutorial
Take a look at this beautiful bracelet from designer Erin Siegel. This is just one of the examples Art Bead Scene shares in their tutorial for making square knot bracelets. Learn to make your own square knot bracelets and … Read More ...
DIY Wire Wrapped Cuff
This elegant wire wrapped cuff can quickly become a favorite since it can be dressed up or down. It is a great addition to any wardrobe. Since making one requires minimal materials it is especially perfect for DIY jewelry makers! … Read More ...
Family Tree
Like a tree of life pendant that has burst to life, this beaded beauty from Happy Hour Projects is sure to please the couple intended to receive it as a wedding gift. See how Adrianne made this thoughtful gift at … Read More ...