If you have little ones who haven’t mastered memorizing your phone number, this is a fabulous idea! This idea comes from Pinterest. My apologies to the creative soul who thought of this idea. I wasn’t able to trace the … Read More ...
Chunky upcycled paper bead project from Alma Stoller
Alma has been busy creating upcycled paper beads in pretty leaf shapes. Take a look at Alma’s tutorial and see how she made this adorable necklace. With a change in color scheme to sparkly, red, and gold these paper beads … Read More ...
Many layers add to interest
Pearl at the Beading Gem recently posted about the work of Desiree Bigard know as PeacockTresChic on Etsy. By layering brass and sterling-plated brass filigree, Desiree creates pieces that are rich with texture and visual interest. Take a look at … Read More ...
Lark Jewelry & Beading book winner
The winner of Lark’s fabulous title Color, Texture, & Casting for Jewelers: Hands on Demonstrations & Practical Applications goes to Jusa!… Read More ...
Wire Christmas trees
These simple wire Christmas trees are such a versatile project! Stylish and modern, this design could easily be used for earrings, pendants, and ornaments. Take a look at Suzanne’s tutorial at Wire-Sculpture.com. And thanks to Rose at Wire-Sculpture.com for sharing … Read More ...
Fab feather earrings
Jess at Vintaj is sharing a step-by-step tutorial for making lovely feather earrings. Take a look and see how easy it is.… Read More ...
Earthenwood Studio holiday sale
Melanie at Earthenwood Studio is offering 25% off all the handcrafted ceramic beads and components you buy this holiday weekend. Check out Melanie’s red-hot sale and then take a look at the other Art Bead Scene blogs for more great … Read More ...
Have you entered to win?
If you haven’t entered for a chance to win Color, Texture & Casting for Jewelers: Hands-On Demonstrations & Practical Applications, what are you waiting for? The giveaway will end November 23, 2011. Leave a comment at the original post… Read More ...
Copper earring display stands
Aren’t these copper earring display stands luscious? I saw these in a blog post at Earrings Everyday. Handcrafted by Mary Anne Karren, these beautiful displays are available in her Etsy store Silver Pearl Supply.… Read More ...
Ceramic gear earrings
Take a look at these earrings created from Karen Totten’s ceramic gears at the Cerebral Dilettante. With antiqued copper wire work and kyanite these earrings are warm with a refreshing splash of cool color. See Lune Designs Etsy shop… Read More ...
Here comes the sun
Take a look at this pretty by MIXKO on Etsy. With this fun necklace you can wear a little peace, love and hope whenever you need them!… Read More ...
French toast
If you love French toast and you love jewelry, then the Tiny Fig has just what you need!… Read More ...
Free chain patterns from About.com
Tammy Powley is sharing a list of basic chain patterns and resources for buying ready-made chains as well. If you love the look chains add to your jewelry making, check it out the lists at About.com Jewelry Making.… Read More ...
Etsy Metal Blog Challenge
Etsy Metal Blog is having a design challenge to rouse your imagination. Drawing inspiration from the challenges and designers’ creations on Lifetime TV’s Project Accessory, the challenge invites you to get creative and make your own statement jewelry to fit … Read More ...
Leather pendant tutorial
I’ve posted about Katrinshine’s fabulous leather jewelry before. Now you can get Katrinshine’s easy and stylish leather pendant tutorial at the blog for the Russian Team on Etsy! This looks like a wonderfully simple gift idea.… Read More ...