Pearl has another fun tutorial to share – this one shows you how to turn brooches into pendants! See all three lovely necklaces Pearl created with vintage heirloom brooches at the Beading Gem’s Journal and then raid your stash of … Read More ...
Tile pendant video tutorial
Adriana shares her video tutorial for making these tile pendants. Check out the video and take a look around her blog Adri’s Art. Adriana is a self-taught folk artist; she works mainly on wood and canvas. In the video, … Read More ...
Tutorial: salt dough beads and fabric necklace
Jennifer at the Polka-dot Umbrella shares a tutorial to make this fun and creative necklace. Using fabric scraps and salt dough, Jennifer shows you how to craft something lovely using very little materials. If you still need a special gift … Read More ...
Romantic bracelet tutorial
Bev at Flamingo Toes posted a tutorial for making this romantic and ruffled bracelet. See how easy it is to make yours with her instructions and detailed photos! Bev originally posted this tutorial as a Valentine’s bracelet. I think it … Read More ...
Make your own bib necklace
Carly shares her tutorial for making this fab bib necklace on the cheap. Carly created this stylish piece from a discarded knit top and a few findings. Learn how to make your own at Carly’s blog – Mason’s Roost.… Read More ...
Sweet!
Check out the Hungry Hippie’s tutorial for these candy-sprinkle filled gems!… Read More ...
Tutorial from Mel Designs
Melony is sharing her tutorial for making jewelry using your paper-crafting tools and scrapbook supplies. See how she made this fun bracelet and learn to make your own at Mel Designs.… Read More ...
Easter egg surprise
Ms. Julep shares her fabulous tutorial for making blown Easter eggs with a surprise inside! Learn how you can hide a necklace inside a real eggshell, too.… Read More ...
Tutorial – vintage beaded rings
Bramcost Publications shares another vintage tutorial – this one for stretchy beaded rings from the 60s. Take a look at the tutorial from Amara at Bramcost Publications to learn how you can make some, too. You can also see the … Read More ...
Tutorial – hearts charm bracelet
Sue shares her tutorial for making this cute heart charm bracelet. There’s a list of supplies you’ll need and instructions outlining how she did it. If you ‘heart’ hearts, you’re sure to find something you like at her site … Read More ...
Ring base tutorial
Violetta shares her tutorial for making ring bases from inexpensive wire. With a little effort, a few tools and Violetta’s tutorial, form your own ring bases to attach polymer clay or found object “cabochons.”… Read More ...
New fabric necklace tutorial from LoLovie
I think the tag line at Elvi’s blog is perfect for National Craft Month – “But you can make it!” You might remember a recent tutorial from Elvi for a lovely fabric necklace. This week, Elvi shares a new tutorial … Read More ...
Jean bangles
Remember the jean bracelet from Mich L. in L.A.? Just in time for National Craft Month, Agy at Green Issues has some new ideas for more jean bangles! Check out her ideas for more ways to wear your old … Read More ...
Last call for 2011 Bead Star Entries
Have you read Bead Star? Published annually by Interweave, Bead Star is the first of its kind showcasing only prize-winning designs. The grand prize winner gets an all-expense paid trip for two to Santa Fe for Bead Fest Santa Fe … Read More ...
Jewelry tutorial from Alma Stoller
You may recall the jewelry tutorial from Alma for fun paper bangles I posted back in January. Alma’s shared another great tutorial and I think you’ll agree these beads are lovely! See how Alma created fabric beads from cotton balls… Read More ...