This interesting locket makes me think of the book Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Jane Austin and Seth Grahame-Smith. Take a look at birdzNbeez’s Etsy shop to see the other quirky and fabulous trinkets there.… Read More ...
Make music, not war
I love this idea and can imagine how beautiful the “bells” must sound! You can see this piece in the book Making Mixed Media Art Charms and Jewelry
from Peggy Krzyzewski and Christine Hansen. The book has step-by-step techniques and … Read More ...
Eco-friendly quilled necklaces
Mary Louise makes these adorable quilled paper flower garland necklaces in five color combinations. Affordable and fun, Mary Louise sells these ready-to-wear in her Etsy shop mlmxoxo. She’s also working on developing quilling kits in the future. Wouldn’t that … Read More ...
Five questions with Lauren Embree
Christopher Spencer recently talked with jewelry designer Lauren Embree. Read what Lauren has to say about getting started, her work, and her greatest skills. Lauren sells her work at Ultra Studios in Fayetteville, Arkansas and online at Lauren Embree jewelry… Read More ...
Mirador rings
Ana María Ramírez and Adriana Díaz have been designing their young, trendy brand of jewelry since 2008. Based in Barcelona, bandada has taken inspiration from architecture around the city and designed a new line of rings called “Mirador.” Pictured above … Read More ...
MapleXO – Recycled Skateboard Jewelry
Lindsay Holmes says, “Wearing MapleXO means more than just having good style. It means that you believe in your creativity, believe in your individuality, and believe in your power to impact the planet.”
Her work saves landfill space and turns … Read More ...
Kathleen Nowak Tucci
AL.com has a very interesting article about Kathleen Nowak Tucci and her upcycled rubber jewelry. Since one of her pieces appeared on the August cover of Vogue Italia and more in its pages, she’s been a very busy lady. You … Read More ...
Working with CopprClay
Cyndi at Beading Arts shares some general tips for working with CopprClay. She also has some simple pendant ideas made from CopprClay. And don’t forget to check out her archives for more metal clay fun!… Read More ...
Interview with Andrew Thornton
Ray Hemachandra of Lark Crafts Jewelry & Beading recently interviewed jewelry designer, writer, painter, and soon to be organized Andrew Thornton. If you missed my post about Andrew’s de-stash sale, head over to see what goodies you need. … Read More ...
Johnson Matthey Sustainable Design Award
Cindy Edelstein has posted information on her blog Jewelry Business Guru about Johnson Matthey, the leading supplier of semi-fabricated platinum jewelry products in the US, and the design competition they have launched—the Johnson Matthey Sustainable Design Award. The competition seeks … Read More ...
Have yourself a handmade holiday
Thinking about making all your gifts this year? Ornamentea can help! Cynthia at Shiny Little Things invites you on October 1 to the store in downtown Raleigh, NC. Get great gift ideas, make and takes, free project sheets to take … Read More ...
Etsy Beadweavers’ Bollywood challenge – vote now!
The challenge for Etsy Beadweavers this month was “Bollywood.” Chosen by Anna of Teasebeads, this challenge set out to capture “a world of colors, music, beautiful women, and shining jewelry.”
There were 52 entries in this month’s challenge and it’s … Read More ...
Eureka! Beads Annual Sale
Eureka! Beads Annual Sale is going on right now! (September 13 – September 19, 2010) Their annual sale is 50% off most products. They are also offering 30% off magazines, books, and Burfitt tools.
The 50% discount is good both … Read More ...
Learn to make wire jewelry with a free eBook
Jewelry Making Daily is giving away a free eBook called Learn How to Make Wire Jewelry: Designs for Making Wire Jewelry with 5 Wire Jewelry Making Techniques. Download this free eBook and get step by step instructions for wire … Read More ...
Wooden earrings inspired by nature
Frances Orona makes these laser-etched earrings from hand sanded wooden disks. This Portland artist loves the creativity jewelry making has given her and says, “it is such a wonderful experience to run into a total stranger wearing something you made!”… Read More ...
