The first set of books for auction includes 10 recent popular bead-related books:
Sherry Serafini’s Sensational Bead Embroidery
Diane Fitzgerald’s Shaped Beadwork
Marcia DeCoster’s Beaded Opulence
Laura McCabe’s Embellished Beadweaving
Masters: Beadweaving
Creating Glass Beads
Metalworking 101 for Beaders
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Etsy find – Two Butterflies
Jennifer Brasher’s Etsy shop Two Butterflies sells handmade jewelry from recycled and vintage materials she has restyled into unique jewelry you can feel good about wearing. Check out Jennifer’s giveaway at her blog. You’ll have to hurry – it … Read More ...
Help Japan-auction coming April 1!
We at Craft Gossip are saddened and humbled by the devastation in Japan and wish to help the people who have suffered such tremendous loss. We are pleased to announce that we are holding an auction to help raise money … Read More ...
Congratulations to Pam!
Pam is the winner of Wire Art Jewelry Workshop by Sharilyn Miller. Thanks to everyone for playing. Head over to Beading Daily now and read Sharilyn’s wire jewelry tips for beginners and more about Sharilyn from her visit with Beading … Read More ...
There’s an app for that
Did you know that Swarovski Elements has a free app for iPhone and iPad called Create Your Style? Perfect for National Craft Month, DIY jewelry artists can browse for inspiration and using the Create Your Style app, get instant information … Read More ...
Don’t forget to enter…
…the giveaway for Sharilyn Miller’s Wire Art Jewelry ends Sunday, March 27. Head over to the original post and leave a comment for your chance to win!… Read More ...
Recipe for success
Exciting news from Mid Cornwall School of Jewellery (MCSJ) — Director Lisa Cain and her staff have developed two recipes and firing schedules for mixing commercial precious metal clays (silver and copper) to form hallmark-quality sterling silver! Read the press … 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 ...
Review – 500 Gemstone Jewels
If you love jewelry, you’ll want this book! If you need inspiration in your own jewelry design, you need this book! From start to finish, 500 Gemstone Jewels
is eye candy and inspiration. When the world seems dark and ugly, … Read More ...
and the salt dough winner is…
…Ruth Hill! Thanks to everyone for playing. Check back soon for more tutorials and chances to win for National Craft Month.… 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 ...
Salt dough jewelry giveaway ends tomorrow
If you haven’t entered for a chance to win the holly necklace and 3 pairs of holiday inspired earrings, don’t delay. The giveaway ends tomorrow.
Looking for more salt dough projects? check these salt dough crafts out on our sister … Read More ...
And the wire winner is…
…Pat Nicely! Thanks to everyone for playing. Check back soon – I have another wire surprise coming and you won’t want to miss it!… Read More ...
Giveaway ends Wednesday
If you haven’t entered for your chance to win Great Wire Jewelry Projects and Techniques by Irene From Petersen and Steel Wire Jewelry: Stylish Designs, Simple Techniques, Artful Inspiration by Brenda Schweder, don’t delay! Go to the original post and … Read More ...
Call for entries
Lark Books is looking for artists to include in their newest book in the 30-Minute series – 30-Minute Bracelets! If you’ve created a bracelet from start to finish in just 30 minutes, now is your chance to shine. Take a … Read More ...