Cyndi Lavin is sharing her free tutorial for this bracelet she calls Always Time for Cats. Cyndi won a “Polly’s Pick” award for this bracelet design over at Rings and Things. Cyndi says, “During my busy days, I sometimes … Read More ...
Etsy find – Flying into the sun
Chartreuse Butterfly calls this piece Flying into the Sun. With the approach of cooler weather and winter on the way in the Northern hemisphere, we could use some sunshine on the gray days ahead. This piece certainly delivers!
Take a … Read More ...
Flatware critters
Aren’t these flatware critters created by Kathryn Riechert the cutest things? Created exclusively for the Etsy Metal Charm Swap 6, she crafted these adorable animals from vintage silver flatware. Nice way to upcycle! They’re all so quirky and full … Read More ...
Lorelei’s flower
Here’s a recent creation Lorelei Eurto listed on Big Cartel. Isn’t it a beauty? If you haven’t seen her recent work, head over to her blog and see what she’s been doing in the studio. Or take a look at … Read More ...
Renewal and the creative process
Mary Hardin describes the process she uses to renew her creative energy and her inspiration for these exquisite new pieces at her blog MaryHardingJewelry Bead Blog. Mary has been an artist most of her adult life. She’s been making … Read More ...
Beads of Courage
Nascar Race Mom sent me an e-mail requesting help getting the word out about Beads of Courage. If you aren’t familiar with this worthy cause, Beads of Courage is an outreach for children with serious illness. Each of the … Read More ...
Destash for a good cause
Do you have any beads lingering in your studio that you know you’ll never use? Donate your unused stash to a good cause! Robin Atkins at Beadlust shares that her friend Corinne is seeking bead donations to help women in … Read More ...
Etsy find – birdzNbeez
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 ...
