Zeshuregi’s jewelry inspires me! The bright color combinations have such an exotic flair. A student in Pakistan, Zeshuregi shares many crafts ideas on her blog; here are links to two of her jewelry related posts. The first post shares a … Read More ...
Lark Books giveaway ends December 2
If you haven’t left your comment yet, don’t hesitate! Enter for Lark Books Beadweaving Master Class Giveaway today! Packed with inspiration and knowledge from beading experts, don’t miss your chance to win these three books. Good luck!… Read More ...
Say thanks!
Andrew Thornton is saying thanks and giving you a reason to say thank you as well! In gratitude to his loyal customers, he’s giving everyone 20% off at his store with the coupon code, “THANKS.” The code is good until … Read More ...
Beaded beauties – adornment for your home
Pearl, The Beading Gem, has a round-up of free beaded ornament tutorials for you. I love the one pictured above that incorporates origami and beads. Pearl says these ornaments are a perfect way to destash your bead collection for … Read More ...
I’m thankful
For those of you celebrating Thanksgiving today, I hope you have a joy-filled celebration with your loved ones. Even if you aren’t officially celebrating Thanksgiving, today is still a great opportunity to let your heart be filled with gratitude for … Read More ...
Holiday sale at Earthenwood Studio
Melanie is having a big sale for the holidays through December 1. Check out details at Earthenwood Studio Chronicles and find a little something for yourself or someone special on your list this holiday season! Melanie is offering 25% off … Read More ...
Plushy rings
These adorable rings from Anna Hrachovec are her literal interpretation of the “Wearable” theme for this year’s “Luv-able + Hug-able” show at gallery hanahou in NYC. Aren’t they adorable? Take a look at Anna’s blog Mochimochi Land to see the … Read More ...
Sweetwater Designs giveaway
Enter for your chance to win a gorgeous seed bead and lampwork bead bracelet like this one from Sweetwater Designs! Head over to Deborah’s blog for details on how to enter. Deborah will even send the bracelet in a gift … Read More ...
Hanukkah jewelry patterns
Jennifer VanBenschoten has been very busy creating Hanukkah beading patterns like the one above. Jennifer shares three of her Hanukkah beading patterns at About.com: Beadwork. Wouldn’t these cuffs make wonderful Hanukkah gifts?… Read More ...
Michelle’s crooked house
Don’t you love this necklace from Michelle? At first glance, I guessed she constructed her crooked house pendant from metal clay – nope! Michelle’s pendant requires no kiln and very inexpensive materials. Her little house even has a secret compartment … Read More ...
Rose ring tutorial from SmileMonsters
Felted jewelry is gaining popularity everyday. Jo noticed recently the number of felted roses in her blogosphere and decided to create a wearable one of her own. Jo says this tutorial is “super easy and would make a sweet gift.” … Read More ...
Once upon a time…
There was a girl with lots of jewelry. She needed a great place to keep it safe and easy to find. With a little magic craftiness Mom created a castle for all the princess’s treasures. Take a look at the … Read More ...
Free Coffee Bean Necklace and Earrings Tute
Linda Peterson of Amaco shares this free tutorial for making “coffee beans” from polymer clay and then making this fun necklace/earring set at FaveCrafts. I’m wondering now if I could make a necklace from real coffee beans since it would … Read More ...
Vintage ’20s necklace tutorial
Take a look at this free tutorial from Amara at Bramcost Publications. I love the simple, elegant design. Mar says it’s, “easy to make and can be created with the maker’s choice of colors.” A handmade piece of jewelry could … Read More ...
Raku jewelry
Raku loosely translates as enjoyment, contentment, pleasure and happiness. Raku pottery is best characterized by its crazed glaze and blackened clay, which creates very interesting visual texture and contrast. Kathy at Lark Crafts Jewelry and Beading has assembled some wonderful … Read More ...
