This project shows you how to recycle old buttons into a beautiful and unique button cuff.
With very simple instructions you could be wearing this bracelet in no time at all.… Read More ...
Little Viking Girl Interview
Madeit.com.au (Like Etsy only Australian) has just featured this wonderful artist on their website.
Little Viking Girl sells simplistic designed pendants, rings even children’s wear. Items range from a very affordable $16 -$34.
Check out the interview as well as … Read More ...
Color Inspiration: Gay Pride Of Lions Bracelet With Vintage Buttons
Love the colors, love the funky charm and love the whitty play on words of this fun piece by Itsalovelycake.
I would have to say that this is … Read More ...
Tutorial: Pinwheel Ring
This is a fun tutorial from Disney’s Family Fun, for making tiny pinwheels for use in a number of ways, but of course I think mounted as a ring is the most fun way to wear them.
This would be … Read More ...
Tutorial: “Gemstone” Earrings
If you are like me and have hordes of magazine clippings of interesting jewelry, that you really don’t know what to do with, or even stacks of fashion magazines calling out for a new purpose, this new tutorial by P.S. … Read More ...
Inspiration:…flystring
Who knew that a length of guitar string and some polymer clay could be such a beautiful combination.
This necklace reminds me of peacock feathers and pops with turquoise. It is by Verdevescica who can … Read More ...
Serious Inspiration: Charlotte Hosten
I have to admit, I am picky about beading. I mean that I am very picky about my own beading skills, which never seem quite polished enough. So you can imagine how blown away I was to find the work … Read More ...
Tutorial: Summer Currents Necklace
Ornamentea has another great tutorial – this one fits in very well with the light palette and summery feel of the last few posts.
This multi-strand necklace shows off Elaine Ray’s Murrini beads and is strung on white leather cording.… Read More ...
Inspiration: Cool Beads
Anthropologie jewelry has been a huge source of inspiration for crafter/bloggers out there, and this season’s jewelry will not let you down.
I am inspired by this double torsade necklace made of fresh, cool colored acrylic beads. I would love … Read More ...
Tutorial: Leather Clip/Brooch
Cheri from I Am Momma – Hear Me Roar has created a fun look with this blue leather flower brooch made from left over pieces of leather from a previous project.
It is a versatile piece that can be worn … Read More ...
Tutorial: Macrame Comeback Necklace
P.S. I made this has a new summery macrame necklace project inspired by Channel and Oscar de la Renta. This project could breath life back into the old craft of macrame.
She includes easy to follow instructions if you aren’t … Read More ...
Inspiration: Red, Orange April Flower
Red, Orange April Flower with hot pink with green dots Center worn on model
Originally uploaded by Harriete Estel Berman
Here is a recent piece from Harriette Estel Berman which is inspirational for those of you who work with recycled … Read More ...
Tutorial: Filigree Butterfly Ring
The folks over at Ornamentea are always coming up with great tutorials and this one look like fun. Here is their filigree butterfly ring
It uses micro screws and bolts to layer elements on this ring and give it more … Read More ...
Review of Cold Connections
Helen Driggs of Lapidary Journal recently wrote up a review of cold connections for Jewelry Making Daily, which you might find useful if you are looking for ways to spice up you not soldered jewelry.… Read More ...
Inspiration: Cyan Chain
Here is some inspiration for you. This piece is wonderful with lots of unexpected textures and materials in unusual combinations. The pearls really just finish off this piece perfectly.
Happy 4th of July!… Read More ...