This necklace posted by Fibreromance on Flickr is really striking. The bold geometric shapes are actually crocheted. I love the monochromatic look of the shapes too.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Pom Pom Necklace
Another bit of fun before the weekend – this Pom Pom necklace is just the sugary sweet fun that you need for a weekend in the spring sun.
This tutorial comes from P.S. – I made this, and couldn’t be … Read More ...
Tutorial: Safety Pin Belt/Necklace
This tutorial for a safety pin belt/necklace comes from Love Maegan.
It is a quick, easy and versatile project – just the thing for a new look for the weekend.… Read More ...
Review and Giveaway – Leather Jewelry: 30 Contemporary Projects
Lark Books publishes a wide variety of excellent Jewelry Books from the instructional (such as the book reviewed here) to the informative (such as 1000 Rings
).
Today I have the pleasure to review Leather Jewelry: 30 Contemporary Projects
by … Read More ...
Tutorial: T-shirt bangles
Here is another “stash busting” idea. This tutorial is from Little Blue Boo who makes upcycled children’s clothing, so she has a stash of fabric to make these t-shirt bangles. You can find the tutorial for the braided bangles here… Read More ...
Tutorial: Lens Necklace
If you liked last weeks eye glass lens tutorial, check out this one from In My Own Style. The discussion in this tutorial is excellent from the graphic design part to the choice of glue.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Zipper Cuff
This zipper cuff tutorial comes from Heather at Wax Eloquent and is made with a cardboard roll and a bag of zippers sent to her from Heather at Dollar Store Crafts as a stash busting projects.… Read More ...
Inspiration: Untamed Petals
This gorgeous piece is from Untamed Petals. They have lots of wonderful pieces that you can check out here.
If you want to attempt a few floral necklaces of your own, look here or here.
If you love … Read More ...
Tutorial: Brooch Ribbon Necklace
The Martha Stewart featured craft at the end of last week was this lovely Brooch Ribbon Necklace.
It is a great way to use some of those costume pieces that you might have or have come across at a … Read More ...
Tutorial: Felt Dahlia Mother Day Brooch
Megan Reardon from Not Martha, if you haven’t visited her there you should, posted this tutorial here on Holidash.
This how-to is for a stunning and bold Mother’s Day Felt Dahlia brooch/corsage with a secret pocket at the back … Read More ...
Tutorial: Shrink Plastic Statement Necklace
Here is a great tutorial from Alisa Burke on how to make this awesome shrink plastic necklace.
You will see photos of her work as she draws patterns and flowers and paints them with acrylic before shrinking and assembling. It … Read More ...
Tutorial: Prada-like Chandelier Necklace
There are some really fun pieces of jewelry coming out now from lots of different fashion houses, such as the BCBG necklace mentioned here, the Lanvin ribbon necklaces and now there is the Prada Chandelier Necklace.
Can’t afford these … Read More ...
Micro-Faceted Rock Crystal
More and more Etsy is becoming a go to place for beading supplies. Here is another funky find, these micro-faceted diamond shaped briolettes are available from Sky Valley Gems – and could make for some sparkly chunky jewels.… Read More ...
Totally Twisted Blog Tour and Giveaway!
Welcome to the 6th and final stop on the Totally Twisted Blog Tour! (If you are interested in checking out the previous stops, they will be listed at the end of this post.)
This blog tour celebrates the book T… Read More ...
Tutorial: Soda Can Jewels
Here is another project that might be fun to try with the kids. This one comes from Polwig and includes step-by-step instructions on how to create jewelry from old soda cans with the easy use of punches in varying shapes … Read More ...
