Ela at Life in my pj’s has a great tutorial to show you how to make simple and fabulous 3-D fabric roses. Ela shows you how to make roses from fabric and then steps up the creativity by making the … Read More...
Color Inspiration: Gay Pride Of Lions Bracelet With Vintage Buttons
Gay Pride Of Lions Bracelet With Vintage Buttons
Originally uploaded by itsalovelycake
Love the colors, love the funky charm and love the whitty play on words of this fun piece by Itsalovelycake.
I would have to say that this is … Read More...
Tutorial: Pinwheel Ring
This is a fun tutorial from Disney’s Family Fun, for making tiny pinwheels for use in a number of ways, but of course I think mounted as a ring is the most fun way to wear them.
This would be … Read More...
Tutorial: “Gemstone” Earrings
If you are like me and have hordes of magazine clippings of interesting jewelry, that you really don’t know what to do with, or even stacks of fashion magazines calling out for a new purpose, this new tutorial by P.S. … Read More...
Inspiration:…flystring
Originally uploaded by verdevescica
Who knew that a length of guitar string and some polymer clay could be such a beautiful combination.
This necklace reminds me of peacock feathers and pops with turquoise. It is by Verdevescica who can … Read More...
Inspiration: Geometric Jersey Bib Necklace
Originally uploaded by LoveandDream
Need a textile jewelry fix or just a bit of color inspiration? Well look no further than LoveandDream who makes awesome statement pieces full of color and felted fabric, among other things.… Read More...
Serious Inspiration: Charlotte Hosten
I have to admit, I am picky about beading. I mean that I am very picky about my own beading skills, which never seem quite polished enough. So you can imagine how blown away I was to find the work … Read More...
Artisan Clay
I seem to be coming across a lot of great clay findings at the minute. This week it is Artisan Clay. I love the colors on the beads pictured here and the texture is lovely too. You can find the … Read More...
Tutorial: Summer Currents Necklace
Ornamentea has another great tutorial – this one fits in very well with the light palette and summery feel of the last few posts.
This multi-strand necklace shows off Elaine Ray’s Murrini beads and is strung on white leather cording.… Read More...
Inspiration: Cool Beads
Anthropologie jewelry has been a huge source of inspiration for crafter/bloggers out there, and this season’s jewelry will not let you down.
I am inspired by this double torsade necklace made of fresh, cool colored acrylic beads. I would love … Read More...
Chance to Win
If you are interested in winning the following books:
Diane Fitzgerald’s Shaped Beadwork
, Marcia DeCoster’s Beaded Opulence
and the newly released Laura McCabe’s Embellished Beadweaving
Then pop over here and leave a comment at Lark Books to be … Read More...
Tutorial: Leather Clip/Brooch
Cheri from I Am Momma – Hear Me Roar has created a fun look with this blue leather flower brooch made from left over pieces of leather from a previous project.
It is a versatile piece that can be worn … Read More...
Tutorial: Macrame Comeback Necklace
P.S. I made this has a new summery macrame necklace project inspired by Channel and Oscar de la Renta. This project could breath life back into the old craft of macrame.
She includes easy to follow instructions if you aren’t … Read More...
Inspiration: Red, Orange April Flower
Red, Orange April Flower with hot pink with green dots Center worn on model
Originally uploaded by Harriete Estel Berman
Here is a recent piece from Harriette Estel Berman which is inspirational for those of you who work with recycled … Read More...
Tutorial: Filigree Butterfly Ring
The folks over at Ornamentea are always coming up with great tutorials and this one look like fun. Here is their filigree butterfly ring
It uses micro screws and bolts to layer elements on this ring and give it more … Read More...
Summer Workshops
The Craft Alliance has just announced some summer workshops. Two which looked very interesting are Metal Chemistry: Electroforming with Michael Parrett and Sculptural Glass Bird Beads with Kim Fields.
They take place at the end of July and in … Read More...
Fresh Findings
Reader Fred sent in a link to his Etsy shop FreshPecadillos where he sells handmade stoneware buttons and pendants.
I have found myself drawn lately to the earthy look of Elaine Ray beads and am similarly drawn to some of … Read More...
Inspiration: Kimono Crepe Cording Bracelet
Here is some wonderful inspiration from Cynthia of Ornamentea, which you can read about on her blog Shiny Little Things.
It is a work in progress and a fabulous mix of Kimono Crepe Cording and Elaine Ray ceramic beads. … Read More...
Review of Cold Connections
Helen Driggs of Lapidary Journal recently wrote up a review of cold connections for Jewelry Making Daily, which you might find useful if you are looking for ways to spice up you not soldered jewelry.
Inspiration: Cyan Chain
Originally uploaded by Thea Clark
Here is some inspiration for you. This piece is wonderful with lots of unexpected textures and materials in unusual combinations. The pearls really just finish off this piece perfectly.
Happy 4th of July!