DIY Jewelry, Beads And Patterns
The Times-Picayune reported on two local artists giving upcoming workshops. You can read the article here.
Vitrice McMurray will give a workshop next Tuesday on reworking old jewelry into new pieces. Great subject in today’s economy, and great for those … Read More ...
[youtube b4QwY2UfY6A] Here is a very brief pearl knotting tutorial from Little Happy Apple, who writes a crafting blog. I love her description of herself on YouTube:
crafty adventures of a girl who still manages to make pretty things … Read More ...
Diane Weimer will be teaching a sawing workshop in association with Connie Fox at the end of September in the San Diego area.
She creates excellent pieces using lots of sawing and patience. You can find her work here on … Read More ...
Reader and crafter Ann Martin sent me links to her blog. She does really interesting work with filigree paper jewelry. Some of her work affixed to what she calls, “altered jewelry” and some is stand alone. In either case … Read More ...
This is a great ring by Bloom Studios. The jeweler describes it as looking like the ocean with the dendrite inclusions forming tiny seaweed and it definitely does look like that.
I love the simple but elegant feel to all … Read More ...
From now on I will try to post only about more current books, however I felt that I would be remiss if I didn’t mention this book. The Complete Metalsmith by Tim McCreight is by far the best book that … Read More ...
What could be better for that late summer weekend getaway to the beach than a chunky glass necklace?! I adore them, but by the end of the day I often feel like I have a weight around my neck that … Read More ...
Angele from Thomas Mann Design sent us info about their involvement in the annual Art for Art’s Sake event in New Orleans.
During the festival they are running what promises to be a fun series of classes and events:
The … Read More ...
Hi! I am the new Jewelry Making Editor for CraftGossip. Here is a tiny bit about me, for more please see my bio on the editors page which should be up soon:
I have been beading since I was 5, … Read More ...
Petal Mix on etsy has created these beautiful hair clips using Kanzashi Japanese inspired flowers.
The delicate butterfly is affordable at just $15.00
And the set of 3 little flowers is $19.00
If you haven’t head about the latest new … Read More ...
She sells seashells in a bottle! A modern twist on a classic idea, this necklace contains three cream and brown variegated seashells enclosed in a message bottle with a cork top. Strung with mini silver chain, it will sure to … Read More ...
This bead and washer bracelet was submitted to our CraftGossip flickr pool by Additionsstyle
You can check out more of her wearable hardware designs in her etsy store “AdditionsStyle… Read More ...
Sometimes the most adorable designs are the simplest. This 5 petal flower by LemonAura was found on craftster.org
and has inspired me to get out my silver clay and just have a go.… Read More ...
Today’s Jewelry Artist Mini Interview is with Leslie of Feisty Elle. I’ve known Leslie for a number of years and have always admired her work, but her new stuff just blows me away. It’s unique, hip, strong but still girlie. … Read More ...
