Taps and dies allow you to cut threaded holes and screws. Maria Whetman at Fluxplay Jewellery shares her insight about using taps and dies to make your work connect! Read Maria’s post Taps and Dies…the Lowdown to learn more.… Read More ...
DeeLyn Jewelry and Ceramic Design
Susan Lomuto at the Daily Art Muse posted about DeeLyn and her fabulous jewelry made from discarded guitar strings. DeeLyn’s geometric designs are simple, clean, and stylish; they complement the outfit they are worn with and add a statement to … Read More ...
For the birds
Pretty birds, that is! Kristin at Retro Café Art Gallery shares a tutorial for making this pretty bird bracelet. By adding images to both sides, the bracelet is reversible, too.… Read More ...
Bead Star 2011
Bead Star 2011 is now available as an instant download for only $7.99! Or if you have a little more patience, you can pre-order a copy today. This issue includes 32 winning designs that you can make. You’ll also learn … Read More ...
A review…and giveaways to follow!
I have eight wonderful books from Lark to tell you about – and then giveaway! All from the new Lark Studio Series, these diminutive books are packed with beauty. Pulled together from related titles in the 500 Series, the Studio … Read More ...
Holiday wishlists for jewelry lovers
Ray Hemachandra at Lark Jewelry and Beading has been busy posting wish lists of jewelry books – today’s post includes some of my favorites as well! If you are shopping for someone who loves jewelry and jewelry making, these recommended … Read More ...
My Ribbon Barrette Maker goes to…
…Linda! Thanks to everyone for playing! I’ll have more goodies for giveaway later this week.… Read More ...
Amazing giveaway from Lark Jewelry & Beading
Lark Jewelry & Beading has 38 jewelry books to giveaway just in time to make your holiday bright! The winner of this giveaway will have a treasure trove of creative inspiration – and will possibly need a new bookshelf! Hurry … Read More ...
Pretty hair pins
Take a look at the tutorial for these charming lotus flower hair pins from ornamentea.com. Thanks to Cynthia at Shiny Things for sharing!… Read More ...
Macramé, washers and a wingnut bracelet
Kate has a tutorial to share at her blog Mini Eco for this cool macramé bracelet. Kate promises it is easy to make! What do you think?… Read More ...
Beads from colored pencils
What a clever and colorful way to upcycle colored pencils! Kate at Mini Eco wrote a guest blog for Design Mom about this great idea for a back-to-school themed project. See the tutorial at Design Mom.… Read More ...
My Ribbon Barrette Maker giveaway ends Sunday!
If you haven’t entered to win, hurry to the original post and get your name in the hat!… Read More ...
Beads, bezels, wire, and resin
Carmi has been really busy! Take a look at her post on Carmi’s Art/Life World and read about the many projects she’s been working on for her other blog posts.
For complete instructions on casting with resin read these Basic … Read More ...
Buttonware giveaway!
Amy at A Thimbleful of Thoughts is giving away not only a copy of her book Buttonware
, but two Buttonware kits that include everything you need to make two of the projects highlighted in the book! Head over to … Read More ...
Free jewelry making e-book from Interweave
Jewelry Making Daily is sharing 5 free handcrafted jewelry projects with you! Sign up now for the free newsletter from Jewelry Making Daily and get your free e-book including these projects!… Read More ...