Check out the new seed beading book by Rachel Nelson-Smith, Seed Bead Fusion
. The book consists of 18 seed beading projects with step by step instructions.
I think the most exciting part is that the projects are not just … Read More ...
Labor Day Bead Sale: South Sun Products
South Sun Products in San Diego and Encinitas is having a Labor Day sale through September 8th. Up to 60% on hundreds of items and a “Yard Sale” on all beads which are 80% off with no minimum purchase. Great … Read More ...
Tutorial: “Fauxthroplogie” Necklace from Saucy’s Sprinkles
Saucy’s Sprinkels posted an excellent tutorial on a self invented version of necklaces at Anthropology and Urban Outfitters. Great photos and instructions included. Plus pictures of a very yummy looking cake!
Definitely a A+ for ingenuity and a great use … Read More ...
Tutorial: T-Shirt Necklaces and More
The Beading Gem’s Journal posted excellent tutorials on using t-shirts and recycled clothing to make jewelry.
I loved the draped necklaces, but there are styles for lots of tastes.… Read More ...
Polymer Clay with Jan Geisen
Originally uploaded by JanGeisen
Jan Geisen recently uploaded this image to Flickr of her polymer clay pendent. Her work is really striking in the shades and textures that she is able to create with polymer clay. You can also
Flux Studios, London
Reader, Vicki Forrester sent us information on her very exciting venture in London. She is the founder of Flux Studios in South London, which is a great opportunity for professional jewelry makers, hobbyists, new graduates, those new to jewelry making … Read More ...
Register for Workshops for BeadFest
Registration has now opened for the workshops at BeadFest Portland, to register, click here. Remember as posted earlier, Portland BeadFest is the 24th – 27th of September.
It looks like there are some great workshops taking place. The … Read More ...
Sale at Fire Mountain Gem and Beads
Fire Mountain Gem and Beads are having a big close-out sale on certain lines of beads.
Here is what they have to say about it:
The $3 Bead-a-Rama is back! Stock up on limited inventory closeout buys, starting under $3. … Read More ...
Book Review Monday: Embroidered Jewellery
Shirley Anne Sherris’ new book Embroidered Jewellery
is now available on Amazon.
This book discusses using hand and machine embroidery techniques to create pieces of jewelry. It comes with projects for the reader to create and discusses topics such as … Read More ...
Tutorial: How to add thread to beading
Leslie Rogalski of Step-by-Step Beads discusses here why she would suggest working with shorter treads – to make a few reasons, less tangling and faster beading. It is a helpful little article.
If you are ready to take the step … Read More ...
Fall Stringing Challange
The Fall Challenge by the Editors of Stringing is to come up with a beaded or wire worked project on the theme “Around the World”
Projects should be photographed and sent to the editors for judging no later than September … Read More ...
Last Few Days: Earring Swap
Beading Daily is hosting a earring swap, which sounds like fun. It is to celebrate Denise Peck’s new book 101 Wire Earrings
.
The basics are: make a pair of earrings and send them in with a self addressed stamped … Read More ...
Class: Silver Clay
If you live in the Silicon Valley area and are interested in Silver Clay, you might me interested in Cynthia Scott’s class at the Adult Community Education center.
This class is intermediate and teaches the following:
In this intermediate class, … Read More ...
White yellow flower bracelet by Julishland
Israel based Russian jeweler Julishland shared images of her work on the CraftGossip Flickr Pool.
I love these intensely designed and colored pieces. You can purchase her work at … Read More ...
Book Review Monday: How To Start A Home-Based Jewelry Making Business
Marie Loughran’s new book How to Start a Home-Based Jewelry Making Business
looks like a great resource. she covers loads of topics including book keeping, ethics, marketing, employees etc.
If you have been enjoying your craft and playing with th … Read More ...