Salt dough has been used for jewelry making for a long time. We have blogged about salt dough and it’s versatility many times on Craftgossip but this tutorial stood out to me. The use of color and wire wrapping adds … Read More ...
Recycled Sushi Tray Earrings
If you are like me you see lot’s of beauty in trash. I find it very hard to throw out food containers and take away boxes. The potential to use these items in creative ways is endless. I love the … Read More ...
Doll Head Ring Tutorial
Want to get “ahead” of the fashion scene(pun totally lame but required)?
This doll head ring is what we like to call a “conversation starter”.
Imagine wearing this out to dinner and the conversations you would have!
You could use … Read More ...
Sugru Jewelry Creations
Earlier this year we were invited to try Sugru
and new product that is like an air drying clay but it remains flexible it’s a moldable colored glue. The possibilities for this stuff is endless. I decided to by-pass all … Read More ...
Simple Bracelets
These simple bracelets are easy to make and great for re-sale as they come together very quickly. They are perfect for tweens and teenagers too. I love the fabric wrapped bracelets for a quick Bohemian look.
Sea Stone Bracelet
This bracelet is made using sea stone, found pieces of rocks, china etc found on the shoreline. I like to collect random pieces of things from the beach sometimes not even knowing what or when I will use it. My … Read More ...
Chain, Safety Pins and Rhinestones
What do you get when you put chain, safety pins and rhinestones together? This amazing drop necklace. I love the use of the pins to add dimension and yes I am going to say it “quirkiness”. If you haven’t noticed … Read More ...
Pennies and Rhinestones
I have seen lots of penny rings over the years but not one so blinged before. I love the use of rhinestones to take this everyday ring into evening attire. I think this ring could be a “good-luck” ring for … Read More ...
DIY Painted Nautical Bangles
These funky nautical bangles are made using wooden bangles from Tiff at Banglewood Crafts and whilst they are affordable in their raw form you can up-cycle bangles you no longer like or purchase plastic ones too. Nautical Wooden Bangles.… Read More ...
DIY – Vintage Button Pendant Necklace
Thank goodness everyone is starting to get back into crafting I was beginning to think I would have to spend the rest of the year dragging up tutorials from the archives. Love this NEW tutorial by Minted Strawberry. DIY Button … Read More ...
Vintage Buttons and Wire Wrapping
Vintage buttons have bee used in jewelry for the past couple of years but each season the style of which they are used is changed. This simple one button style is perfect for those not wanting to make a huge … Read More ...
DIY – Belt Wrap Bracelets
Before you hit those Black friday sales check out this tutorial. Next time your rummaging in the $1 bin and there is odds and ends of belts that are too small or too thin GRAB THEM. This tutorial was made … Read More ...
DIY Fork Ring
If you go to some yard sales you are sure to find some amazing forks and spoons but not always in a set. This tutorial shows you how to make amazing original jewelry pieces using fork and spoon handles. I … Read More ...
DIY Bracelet from Old Belt
The photo’s don’t do this piece any justice but it is a very clever up cycling idea. I am sure if you have stepped foot into a second hand clothing store you would know how many amazing belts can be … Read More ...
DIY – Rhinestone Drop Necklace
I love my necklaces like I like my coffee breaks – LONG. I love this take a rhinestone necklace used in a drop style. It’s geometric with it’s straight lines but softened with the round stone. For the full tutorial … Read More ...