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
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
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.
… Read More ...Online tutorials by Gelt Designs
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
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
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
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
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 ...
Objects and Elements – New Blog, New Design Team
Art Jewelers Susan Lenart Kazmer and her business partner Linda Larsen ; owners of Objects and Elements webstore, have been busy the last few months. They’ve been updating the store with all kinds of unique goodies you won’t find … Read More ...
Win a copy of The Naughty Secretary Club: Working Girls Guide to Handmade Jewelry.
Every Thursday in April, Jennifer has been revamping a project from her book The Naughty Secretary Club: The Working Girls Guide to Handmade Jewelry. Not only do you get to see her ‘in action’, but every week she is giving … Read More ...
International Charm Day!
Today is International Charm Day!
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
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 ...
Zipper Flower Brooch Tutorial
Funky, fun and eco chic! This unusual flower brooch tutorial is made from a zipper and comes to you from Martha Stewart Crafts.
You could use a new zipper or recycle a broken zipper from clothing. I love it!!!… Read More ...
Wool Wrapped Bangles
Courtesy of Martha, make a collection of bangles to warm your wrists! A great tutorial to use up left over bits of yarn!
Button Bracelet Tutorial
Here’s another fantastic bracelet tutorial. On the Creative Kisment blog, this one is done up in pretty buttons and embroidery floss this will work up quickly. Think of all the pretty bracelets you could do with vintage buttons or … Read More ...