Here is another interesting tutorial from Cynthia at Shiny Little Things. This time she has used Elaine Ray washer beads, jump rings and loops of soft flex wire. I really like the use of the soft flex in a … Read More ...
Friday Inspiration: Pearl of the Sea Necklace
Here is some lovely Friday inspiration. This awesome necklace was posted on the Crafty Review Pool by Wandie Ortiz, who is clearly very talented.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Double Strand Washer Necklace
This tutorial for a bright and happy double strand washer necklace comes from Blue Cricket Design. There are lots of ways to mix this one up too, with different types of ribbon, colors of washers etc.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Ribbon and Bead Necklace
Jenny from I Heart Jenny recently sent in a link to her tutorial for a Lanvin inspired necklace made with bead and black ribbon. She includes excellent instructions with bead pattern illustrations.
If you like this look you might also … Read More ...
Tutorial: Anthropologie Inspired Beaded Necklace
Here is another Anthropologie inspired tutorial. Anthro seems to be the go to place for inspiration at the moment, and I can see why. This one was inspired by their canary yellow and pink beaded necklace.
Click here for the … Read More ...
Review: Metalwork: Wire Fusing & Other Micro-Torch Techniques
If you are interested in taking your jewelry projects to the next level but don’t have the space or the inclination to use a traditional jewelry torch, the micro torch might be a good tool to try out.
If so, … Read More ...
Tutorial: “Enamel” Flower Pins
Here is a novel tutorial on how to create these lovely little flower pins. Your standard guess on what the material could be, might surprisingly be wrong.
They are in fact made of pine cones and nail polish! Go figure. … Read More ...
Tutorial: Interchangeable Zipper Necklace
This is a great tutorial for an interchangeable zipper necklace. It is easy to make and easy to mix up for a new look. It is from Linda over at Craftaholics Anonymous.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Ribbon Necklace
Tutorial: Coiled Dragonfly necklace
The latest tutorial is now out from Ornamentea. This one is a lovely coiled dragonfly necklace, which was designed by Janet Hoffman at an Ornamentea staff challenge.
The whole feel of this piece is great, with multiple layers and lots … Read More ...
Need Color Inspiration?
Then why not take a hop over to the Fire Mountain website and check out the color forcasts for the upcoming seasons from Pantone and Color Association.
They might just give you the up-to-the moment color inspiration that you need … Read More ...
Tutorial: Silhouette and Script Necklace
Tanya over at Trey & Lucy recently shared this tutorial on how to make a silhouette and script necklace. It is a beautiful, classic and clean, sentimental project.… Read More ...
Tutorial: t-shirt necklace
As you are getting ready for summer and getting out your t-shirts, if any are a little past their best days, here is a wonderful idea for what to do with them.
Melissa over at IS-LY shares an excellent tutorial … Read More ...
Tutorial: Cartier-like Charity Bracelets
If you love the look of Cartier’s Love Charity bracelets, then check out P.S. I Made This‘ quick and easy tutorial on how to make a similar one yourself.
As always, I like the easy instructions and use of … Read More ...
Lucite beads and more
Looking for interesting lucite or vintage elements and beads for your latest project? Well look no further, ReductionNation over at Etsy has lots of awesome finds! These lucite cabs are pretty cool.… Read More ...
