Mortira at Inspirational Beading shares a tutorial for this lovely, sparkly ring from the designers at Beads Direct. Check out her post. Mortira says this is a great way to use left-over beads and it can be completed … Read More ...
Alma’s new Etsy shop
If you love the tutorials Alma has shared with us in the past here at Craft Gossip (paper bracelets and fabric beads from cotton balls), then her newest Etsy shop is for you! Take a look at the … Read More ...
Safety pin dangle earring tutorial
Aren’t these dangle earrings (left) from Divya at Jewels of Sayuri cute? Take a look at her five-minute tutorial to craft a pair for yourself pronto from safety pins! And while you are at her blog, check out Divya’s fabulous … Read More ...
Handcrafted Wire Findings goes to…
…Mimi! Thanks to everyone for sharing your favorite Interweave publication. And thank you to the generous folks at Interweave for sharing handcrafted wired findings by Denise Peck and Jane Dickerson with us at Craft Gossip!… Read More ...
Giveaway ends on Sunday
Don’t miss your chance to win a copy of handcrafted wired findings from Interweave. If you haven’t already left a comment about your favorite Interweave publication, go to the original post to enter!… Read More ...
Felting + beading = groovy rings
Aren’t these felted, beaded rings from Jeannette Cook fabulous? Colors and textures abound! Check out Jeannette’s post to see details of her rings and her inspiration for making them.… Read More ...
Knit and crochet jewelry
Cyndi at Beading Arts shares the crochet wire work of Meghan and knitted wire from Nomi Joyrich. Bringing two crafts together, Meg crochets wire and beads into jewelry while Nomi’s cuff is knitted wire. You can see more of … Read More ...
Polymer Clay Bezels
What do you think about this pendant from Libby Mills? I saw this at Polymer Clay Daily. I love the idea of using polymer clay to make bezels! Not only is this an intriguing idea, Cynthia shares a … Read More ...
Bead Fest Philadelphia
This year will mark the 10th anniversary of Interweave’s Bead Fest Philadelphia. The largest bead and jewelry show on the east coast, Bead Fest will be held at a new site this year – the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center.
If … Read More ...
Etsy find: wristbandit
I love this Vanilla Latte leather cuff from wristbandit aka Sharon. Not your run of the mill leather cuffs, Sharon’s work uses layers, hand-painted designs, and is made from up-cycled leather and re-purposed costume jewelry. Head over to Sharon’s Etsy … Read More ...
2-minute necklace mini-tutorial
Jill at Girls Kick Ass shares her 2-minute mini-tute for making a necklace from an unworn and lonely bracelet. The best part is the piece is convertible should you decide you really wanted to wear that previously neglected bracelet. Take … Read More ...
New tutorial from LoLovie
Elvi is back with her newest tutorial – strappy sexy black. I think it lives up to its name! What do you think? Take a look at Elvi’s tutorial at LoLovie.… Read More ...
Giveaway from Kanelstrand
Kanelstrand is having a giveaway sponsored by Jessica C. Take a look at Kanelstrand and enter for your chance to win this beautiful, eerie sterling silver necklace with a freshwater pearl. The giveaway ends June 2, so don’t delay! Once … Read More ...
Etsy find: honneur
Cat of honneur says, “this ring style combines the appeal of wearing an edgy statement ring without feeling too overly feminine.” I agree! It’s very industrial chic.
Take a look at honneur; Cat’s lune ring is so reasonably priced, you … Read More ...
Congratulations to…
Cory of tealwaterdesigns.etsy.com! You are the winner of 5 fabulous books from Lark including Simply Bead & Wire, Simply Charms, Simply Earrings, Simply Necklaces, and Beading: 20 Great Weekend Projects
! I know you’ll enjoy these great books.
Thanks to … Read More ...