Take a look at this pretty necklace from Artzy Creations. Melanie made this piece from cotton frog closures normally used in sewing as a more decorative alternative to buttons. See Melanie’s tutorial for how she did it.… Read More ...
Mockingjay Pin Giveaway
Lark Jewelry & Beading is giving you a chance to win a licensed version of Dana Schneider’s mockingjay pin! The giveaway ends 9 p.m. EST on Wednesday, April 11. Enter for your chance to win now!… Read More ...
Easy Peasy Hairpins get Framed
Don’t you love it when good things come together? Today you can learn to make beautiful hairpins and a stylish frame to display them! FaveCrafts shares the tutorial from I Love to Create for these easy peasy hairpins that are … Read More ...
Dana Schneider’s Mockingjay Pin
If you are a Hunger Games fan, then you won’t want to miss the interview with mockingjay pin designer Dana Schneider at Lark Jewelry & Beading. You’ll also get a chance to win a licensed version of Dana’s mockingjay … Read More ...
Congratulations Henry!
Congratulations to Henry on the win of 10 books from my library! Thank you so much for sending this lovely angel pin to Debbie. As you can see, Debbie was all smiles when I presented it to her at … Read More ...
International Charm Day is coming
April 28 is International Charm Day. Take a look at Amber Dawn’s Inventive Soul to get inspired by her itty bitty polymer clay confections and then check out the fun stuff happening at the International Charm Day blog. Amber … Read More ...
Stoneware Pendants
This stoneware pendant from Istvan Hollo’s Tumblr site via the Daily Art Muse is bold and looks like a tactile treat with the combination of textures decorating its surface. Check out the post from Susan Lomuto at Daily Art Muse… Read More ...
Molded Leather Jewelry from Amma Gyan
Isn’t this necklace from Amma Gyan lovely? Read more about this talented leather jewelry designer at the Beading Gem’s Journal and see more of Amma Gyan‘s gorgeous molded leather jewelry.… Read More ...
Metal Clay Fusion giveaway ends Saturday
If you haven’t entered for your chance to win this great book, hurry to the original post and leave a comment now!… Read More ...
Mora set to open March 31 in Asheville
Joanna Gollberg and Marthe Le Van began working together a decade ago as author and editor. Now this talented duo is getting ready to debut their new retail experience in Asheville, North Carolina.
“Wearing great pieces of designer jewelry makes … Read More ...
Call for Entries: The 7th Annual Halstead Grant for Silver Jewelry Designers
Halstead Bead Inc. will be accepting applications for the 7th annual grant competition for artisans in the industry between April 15 and June 9, 2012. The winner of the 2012 business development grant will receive a prize package including … Read More ...
Fork and Talk is back in Little Rock!
You may recall the fabulous Fork and Talk event EK Success Brands sponsored in Little Rock last October. Each participant got to meet other active bloggers who love to craft, have a scrumptious lunch from Trios, make some fun projects, … Read More ...
Diane Fitzgerald’s Favorite Beading Projects goes to
Debbie W.! I’ve got plenty more exciting giveaways to come but in the meantime, head over to Lark Jewelry & Beading for your chance to win an advance, autographed copy of Sabine Lippert’s Beaded Fantasies! This giveaway ends March … Read More ...
DIY Cocktail Ring
Arica shares her super easy tutorial for making a unique cocktail ring from a vintage earring. Buttons or a vintage brooch could also work to make your own statement ring. Take a look at Love and Rosen for the details … Read More ...
Metal Punch Keychains
This great idea from Athena at The Stuff of Success shows you how to turn ordinary washers into a personalized metal punch keychain. A gift for their Pepe, this keychain reminds him he is loved and has the kids nicknames … Read More ...