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 ...
Tutorial: Extruded Bracelets
You can find the tutorial for making these fun extruded polymer clay bracelets here.
It is an east project and in these colors the outcome is really fun and perfect for wearing a large stack this summer.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Easy Colorful Chain Maille Earrings
This tutorial for easy colorful chain maille earrings from Easy Wire, were recently shared in the Jewelry Making Daily email.
It is a nice easy project with excellent instructions and the best part is, they should only take you about … Read More ...
Tutorial: Firework Bracelet
This fun and celebratory bracelet tutorial comes from Aubree at Yellow Blackbird.
It is just the thing for this coming weekend!… Read More ...
How to work with Cold Porcelain
Diane Gilleland shared this how to, on making and working with “cold porcelain” on CraftStylish.
There are lots of possibilities with this medium and it seems as if it can be worked in much the same way as metal clay … Read More ...
Tutorial: Sandcastle Necklace
This “Sandcastle’ Necklace comes from Ornamentea and is perfect for hot summer nights on the beach. It is light as a breeze and yet still eye catching and looks like it is fairly easy to make.
You can find the … Read More ...