DIY Jewelry, Beads And Patterns
A picture may be worth a thousand words but Julia Barello takes old film and makes it speak volumes. Upcycling old film into jewelry and installations, Julia’s work turns old images into vibrant, new objects.
Julia says, “It’s important to … Read More ...
Do you love stretchy beaded rings? Right up until the moment the elastic breaks sending beads scattering everywhere, right? Check out this tutorial from Andrea at Sew Divertimento for a different approach to stretchy beaded rings!… Read More ...
The Center for Metal Arts is having a four-day conference on fold forming July 21-24 in downstate New York. Charles Lewton-Brain will lead two days of demonstration and two days of hands on learning.
If you aren’t familiar with Charles, … Read More ...
Check out this great tutorial for casting with resin from Objects and Elements. Once you’ve mastered the technique, see what fun things you can do with your new resin object like “Dolly Secrets.”
For complete instructions on casting … Read More ...
If you love the tutorials Alma has shared with us in the past here at Craft Gossip (paper bracelets and fabric beads from cotton balls), then her newest Etsy shop is for you! Take a look at the … Read More ...
Cyndi at Beading Arts shares the crochet wire work of Meghan and knitted wire from Nomi Joyrich. Bringing two crafts together, Meg crochets wire and beads into jewelry while Nomi’s cuff is knitted wire. You can see more of … Read More ...
What do you think about this pendant from Libby Mills? I saw this at Polymer Clay Daily. I love the idea of using polymer clay to make bezels! Not only is this an intriguing idea, Cynthia shares a … Read More ...
I love this Vanilla Latte leather cuff from wristbandit aka Sharon. Not your run of the mill leather cuffs, Sharon’s work uses layers, hand-painted designs, and is made from up-cycled leather and re-purposed costume jewelry. Head over to Sharon’s Etsy … Read More ...
Elvi is back with her newest tutorial – strappy sexy black. I think it lives up to its name! What do you think? Take a look at Elvi’s tutorial at LoLovie.… Read More ...
Mortira shares a tutorial for Nepal chain stitch at Inspirational Beading. Even though the finished chain is ornate and looks rather complex, Mortira says it is, “incredibly easy,” and “an excellent bead weaving technique for beginners.” Give Mortira’s tutorial a … Read More ...
Take a look at this free tutorial from Ornamentea for this vintage-styled beaded circlet. This would be perfect for a bride. Get the tute at Ornamentea. You can also sign up for their Dot Com Dispatch and get the … Read More ...
Paper is truly a versatile medium. Paper can be anything from a common office supply to the source for great inspiration through literary works. Lark Jewelry & Beading recently featured an unusual use for paper – a gallery of paper … Read More ...
Jennifer VanBenschoten is the new editor for Beading Daily! You may know Jennifer from her former role at About.com and links to her work here on CraftGossip (Hanukkah jewelry patterns, Free alphabet for peyote stitch, It’s … Read More ...
Jennifer at the Polka-dot Umbrella shares a tutorial to make this fun and creative necklace. Using fabric scraps and salt dough, Jennifer shows you how to craft something lovely using very little materials. If you still need a special gift … Read More ...
Jessica might not have been able to pronounce jewelry as a wee one, hence the name “Jewelier.” Now that’s she’s grown up and making her own wearable-art lariats, she’s sure to please young and old. I love this one in … Read More ...