EDITOR’S NOTE: (MAY 16, 2012) Beads by Mail is re-opening! Don’t miss their great deals.
I recently got an email from the owner of Beads by Mail, that after 24 years in the business she is retiring. We wish her … Read More ...
Book Review: Beyond the Bead by Margot Potter
Beyond the Bead: Making Jewelry with unexpected Finds by Margot Potter
- Paperback: 128 pages
- Publisher: North Light Books (February 17, 2009)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1600611052
- ISBN-13: 978-1600611056
Margot Potter is a modern day Renaissance woman, She’s an author, jewelry designer, … Read More ...
Find Gemshows Easily!
At the Gem Shows Blog! Robin Hawk posts listings of gem shows, and occasionally her experiences at them. Subscribe to the feed so you never miss out on a show!… Read More ...
Cardiff Based MADE Craft Magazine
I recently came across a new craft magazine being published in my favorite city Cardiff.
From their about us page: “MADE magazine is a response to the lack of fun, fashionable and funky craft and hobby magazines for young women … Read More ...
Jewelry Artist Mini Interview – Hee Soon of Sky Dreams
Today’s Artist Interview is with Hee Soon of Sky Dreams. Hee makes jawdropping gemstone and wire jewelry. She was recently featured on etsy “Quit your Day Job” blog as well.
Thank you so much for your interview Hee!… Read More ...
Join the Cloth Paper Scissors Charm Swap
Do you love making & collecting charms? If so, join the Cloth Paper Scissors Charm Swap! It’s easy and fun!
All you have to do is: will create up to five original charms, 1½” in diameter or smaller. A… Read More ...
Call for Vendors: Alki Art Fair
My friend lives in the Alki area of Seattle and its beautiful. If you are in the Seattle area this could be a great event for you to vend at.
From their website:
The Alki Art Fair will be … Read More ...
Shamrock Boutonnieres
Both men and women can show their Irish pride with this easy corsage/boutonniere tutorial, from Living Magazine.
According to legend, as a missionary St Patrick used a three-leaf clover to explain the Trinity to the “heathen” Irish. The shamrock … Read More ...
Flower Loom and Flower Making Tutorials
Do you have some vintage flower looms you picked up at a thrift or yard sale but no instructions?? I found a GREAT tutorial on how to make them on Sunshine’s Creations. Her instructions are very clear and the … Read More ...
Zipper Flower Brooch Tutorial
Funky, fun and eco chic! This unusual flower brooch tutorial is made from a zipper and comes to you from Martha Stewart Crafts.
You could use a new zipper or recycle a broken zipper from clothing. I love it!!!… Read More ...
Check out the Massive CraftGossip March Madness Giveaway!!!!
Don’t you love our new look?? We do! and to celebrate we have lots of prizes to giveaway for our re-launch month. There are over 440 prizes you could win!!!!! For full details of all the … Read More ...
101 More Great Jewelry Selling Techniques
Dr. David Weiman, is the Marketing Director for Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist since 1986 as well as marketing director of Step by Step Beads, and Step by Step Wire Jewelry. This man knows how to sell jewelry! In his new … Read More ...
St. Patricks Jewelry Giveaway
You*niquely Chic is having a “Luck of the Irish” jewelry giveaway.
You can win this beautiful emerald Swarovski necklace and earring set! All you have to do to enter to win is leave a post on their blog … Read More ...
Beadaholique Chain Sale
20% Off All Chain In Stock!
Enter Code CHAIN29 In Shopping Cart
Beadaholique is the place! If you are making jewelry, you’ve probably use some chain, and this is a great time to stock up. All chains including … Read More ...
Etched-Glass Storage Jars Tutorial
On Martha Stewart Living, a great tutorial for etched glass storage jars.
She has them for food products, but I think they would be great for bead storage! Lordy knows I have a TON of jars with buttons, beads, jewelry … Read More ...