recycled/upcycled

Corsage Pin: Tutorial

October 2, 2009 by Katrina

I once ran across a brooch like this on a very soft unassuming tee-shirt at Portabello Road Market in London. That particular one also had some draped strands of small faux pearls and chain, to give it a little “edge” … Read More ...

Tutorial: Zipper Earrings

September 24, 2009 by Katrina

Reader Chelsey Carter Mona is the jeweler behind SilverBug Studio Jewelry at Etsy. She is also a fairly new blogger.

She plans to post tutorials twice a week. Check out this post for the first of these planned tutorials. This … Read More ...

Pistachio Flower

September 17, 2009 by Katrina

Here is an excellent idea for using a material which is not commonly used in jewelry! Reloved Designs posted this image, and other along with a commentary on the process on Craftster.org.

I love the dramatic look of these brooches … Read More ...

Green Jewelry Symposium and Studio Techniques

September 10, 2009 by Katrina

Jeweler Christine Dhein will be at the Queensland College of Art in Brisbane Australia from the 13-15th of November, as a guest speaker on Green Jewelry and running a workshop on green studio techniques.

The piece pictured here is made … Read More ...

Tutorial: T-Shirt Necklaces and More

September 2, 2009 by Katrina

The Beading Gem’s Journal posted excellent tutorials on using t-shirts and recycled clothing to make jewelry.

I loved the draped necklaces, but there are styles for lots of tastes.

Online tutorials by Gelt Designs

June 26, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

If you are looking for some tutorials on different jewelry making techniques, etc…. check out Gelt Designs Tutorial Page.

They have an entire page full of great jewelrymaking tips lfrom making interesting findings like the Clover leaf Toggle to … Read More ...

Summer Jewelry Inspiration – Sea Glass Necklace

June 23, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

From the clever crafting crew at Martha Stewart, this easy tutorial for a lovely shell and sea glass necklace. They combine sea glass with pretty ceramic shards and shells into a mermaid worthy beachy necklace. Collect a bunch on your … Read More ...

Jewelry Artist Interview: Heather Mullins-Teasley

June 22, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

Today’s Jewelry Artist Mini Interview is with Heather Mullins-Teasley also known as Madame Teasley. Heather is a multi talented mixed media artist who excels in painting, making assemblages and art jewelry.

How did you start doing jewelry (or bead making)

Artist Mini Interview – Deryn Mentock

June 10, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

Today’s Artist Mini-Interview is wth my new friend Deryn Mentock. Deryn is an extremely talented mixed media artist and her work is outstanding, as you can tell by the teaser photo.

How did you start doing jewelry (or bead making) … Read More ...

Take a bite out of the Credit Crunch

June 9, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

The supertalented Steven from “Glitter and Macaroni” just sent me a link to his response to the recession-a super cool Credit Crunch Bracelet.

He’s included the tutorial in the newsletter link. Be sure to sign up … Read More ...

Started by charming Amber Dawn, International Charm day is a day to make, wear,enjoy, share, buy and giveaway charms. Check out the International Charm Day blog for a TON of charm inspiration,tutorials, links to … Read More ...

Scrabble Tile Pendant Tutorial

March 28, 2009 by Barbe Saint John

Make and Takes’s blog has a great scrabble tile pendant tutorial by Mark and Stefani from HomeStudio. It has great photos and is so easy, you’ll spend a day whipping up a ton of them! You can also … Read More ...