I got an Oriental Trading Company catalog a few days ago. If you have never heard of them, they are the party supply people-with all the crazy cheap favors, decorations and whatnots to make any occasion festive. Everyone loves them, … Read More ...
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Bead Museum DC International Juried Jewelry Competition
The Bead Museum of DC is having their 1st Annual International Juried Jewelry Design Competition. This will be the Bead Museum, Washington D.C.’s largest fundraising event in the museum’s history!
There are 12 media categories for the contestants … Read More ...
You can be a STAR, baby!!!!!
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Interweave has put out the Casting Call of their inaugural Bead Star competition and the debut of a new magazine, Bead Star.  This is such an exciting event for the beading community—like American Idol, but for beaders! … Read More ...
Book Review Crochet Jewelry by Sophie Britten
Crochet Jewelry 35 fantastic pieces of jewelry to make and wear
By Sophie Britten
The Taunton Press
If you think “afghan”or “granny square” when you think of crochet, think again. This book will turn you right around and may even … Read More ...
Ganoskin/Orchid Raffle -WOW!!!
My fave and probably the most extensive jewelry manufacturing methods and techniques mailing list is: The Ganoksin Project. Whenever I have a question, all I have to do is search on the archives. If I can’t find it, I post … Read More ...
Jewelry Artist Interview-Meet Jessica Neaves/Future Momo!
This week’s Jewelry Artist Interview is with Jessica Neaves of Future Momo. Jessica has had alot of growth with her jewelry company this year, she’s been featured on many online design blogs, has projects in an upcoming book, … Read More ...
Jewels in Fiber
The first time I saw Marion’s work in person at an art show, I was completely blown away. The micromacrame work is so incredible and so SMALL!! I couldn’t image making it-but she teaches classes in it. If you can … Read More ...
Interesting Jewelry Supplies
Sharon Unlimited is another great website for unsual jewelry supplies. From their home page  ” At sharonunlimited.com- offering artisan-crafted sterling silver beads, toggle clasps, pendants, and some of the most coveted gemstone beads for jewelry artists online. ”
They … Read More ...
Advanced Wirewrapped Facetted Pendant
 Rock and Gem Online has a gorgeous tutorial for a wire wrapped, facetted pendant. I WISH I could do wire wrapping like this….seriously, its gorgeous! For some reasons, wires want to dance and get wriggly whenever I try this … Read More ...
Gorgeous Polymer Clay Jewelry
Dayle Doroshow is an amazing polymer clay artist. Her work is reminiscent of ancient treasures found at archeological sites . Her work shows how versatile polymer clay can be and how it can mimic natural materials like ivory, gemstones and … Read More ...
A bit of beaded adornment for your hair
When most people think of jewelry, they picture rings, necklaces and bracelets. But another way to adorn yourself is with pretty hair accessories. No matter how long or short your hair is, there’s always a way to add a bit … Read More ...
Speedy Stringer
Fire Mountain Gems and Beads America’s favorite beading and jewelry-supply company introduces the Speedy Stringer. String multiple beads onto wire or thread in half the time! Exclusively available at Fire Mountain Gems and Beads and fine bead stores worldwide.… Read More ...
Poly Roller
Fire Mountain Gems and Beads®, America’s favorite beading and jewelry supply company has released the new Poly-Rollerâ„¢ Machine.
Designed to make polymer clay projects easier, the Poly-Roller Machine creates uniform sheets quickly and blends colors evenly. Extra-wide precision rollers condition … Read More ...