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Solar Queen Bracelet

January 5, 2010 by Katrina




Solar Queen Bracelet

Originally uploaded by 2Roses Jewelry

Here is a great example of an upcycling project. 2 Roses often make striking jewelry out of unexpected materials.

This bangle is made of wood, cord and recycled buttons. It has a … Read More...

Tutorial: Ribbon Bracelet

December 15, 2009 by Katrina

oh so crafty 2 I have noticed that stores like Anthropologie, J. Crew and others have really hit their stride this season in regards to jewelry.

Many stores are carrying exciting, slightly vintage, sparkly and textile including pieces.  As such, there are many of … Read More...

Tutorial: Flower Necklace

December 11, 2009 by Katrina

flower necklace If you liked the Anthropologie inspired Bonheur necklace by Infarrantly Creative, you might also like her latest creation.

This silvery necklace reminds me of poinsettias is light and airy with a nice sparkley touch of beads.  Again, maybe another … Read More...

Marie Antoinette Beading Project

December 9, 2009 by Katrina

marie antoinetteHere is a fancy beading project to tackle if you need something to wear to a Christmas party.

You can buy the pdf of instructions for this project here.  It was created by Danielle Fox and is based on … Read More...

Inspiration: Kirt Holmes

December 2, 2009 by Katrina

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I love these and other designs by British Designer Kirt Holmes.  Kirt just won “Best Catwalk Jewels of the Year Award” at the UK Jewellery Awards.

What I think is best about her work is the mixing and matching … Read More...

Inspiration: Steampunk Retro Future Seeing Device

December 2, 2009 by Katrina


Steampunk Retro Future Seeing Device

Originally uploaded by Professor Quentin Ziplash

After having posted last week about the Steampunk jewelry book, I found myself interested in this movement.

Here is an very interesting example from Professor Quentin Ziplash, found … Read More...

Give Away: Bead Star

December 1, 2009 by Katrina

Bead Star CoverInterweave Publications has made the following announcement today about their exciting publication, Bead Star magazine:

Bead Star magazine announced today the 45 prize-winning jewelry designers in the second annual Bead Star challenge—an exciting competition that garnered more than 2000 entries … Read More...

Black Friday

November 27, 2009 by Katrina

metalsmitten

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! Here’s hoping that a ring like this one from Metalsmitten could make you feel a little richer after your Black Friday Shopping.

I like that the artist will try to find a coin … Read More...

Tutorial: Lanvin Inspired Bracelet

November 26, 2009 by Katrina

oh so crafty

Tricia over at Oh So Crafty posted this tutorial on how to make a Lanvin inspired bracelet out of a broken strand of faux pearls and some ribbon.  She was recreating a look selling for $890 at Barney’s.  Not bad … Read More...

Book Review – Steampunk Style Jewelry

November 24, 2009 by Katrina

steampunk You can now pre-order the book Steampunk-Style Jewelry: A Maker’s Collection of Victorian, Fantasy, and Mechanical Designs from Ornamentea.com.

It sounds like this is going to be an excellent book on combining Victorian, Fantasy and Mechanical elements through cold … Read More...

Tutorial: Walnut Earrings

November 20, 2009 by Katrina

walnut earring I love these walnut earrings, posted as a tutorial by Rio Grande.

The great thing about this project other than the elegant and clean look is that Rio not only gives you the instructions in a clear manner, but … Read More...

Inspiration: Forged Iron Necklace

November 19, 2009 by Katrina


Forged Iron Necklace

Originally uploaded by leonfangs

I have yet to blog about a forged piece, and that is probably because I don’t know much about forging nor do I know anyone who makes forged jewelry. But I stumbled across … Read More...

Tutorial: Bonheur Necklace

November 18, 2009 by Katrina

bonheur Here is another re-create project like those that I have blogged about previously from My Mama Made It etc. I love the idea that crafters out there are looking at pieces in shops and figuring out how to make their … Read More...

Tutorial: Paperclip Necklace

November 17, 2009 by Katrina

paperclip Krystle over at Craftyhabit sent out this tutorial for a paperclip necklace.

Think a beading project for slow days at the office or a good recycled materials project. It is fun and drapes in a pretty cool way.

I’d … Read More...

Tutorial: Hook and Eye

November 6, 2009 by Katrina

hook and eyeBeading Daily posted two free wire projects.  I like the one pictured here.  They use rubber tubing and wire to create a home-made hook and eye clasp.

Instructions are included, and I really like the look of this … Read More...

Friday Holiday Inspiration: YellowGoat

November 6, 2009 by Katrina

christmas card necklace YellowGoat sells all sorts of whimsical jewelry on her Etsy site. I personally am a fan of her headpieces and keepsake rings.  I think the humor as well as the simple clean look of her pieces.

But if … Read More...

Tutorial: Jade Beaded Necklaces

November 4, 2009 by Katrina

martha stewart The craft project of the day on Martha Stewart are these lovely jade and ribbon necklaces.   They are super easy to make and a nice way to make a full length necklace with only one strand of beads, which … Read More...

Design Contest: Moonstone

November 3, 2009 by Katrina

moonstone The jewelry store, David Kodner Personal Jewelers wrote to tell us about their current design competition which is open to designers of all levels.

The designs need to be based around the moonstone illustrated here.  The top five designs will … Read More...

Contest: Rings & Things

October 30, 2009 by Katrina

rings & things

Feeling inspired?  Why not submit your latest designs to the “Your Designs Rock”  Contest at Rings & Things.  You could win in a number of catagories and receive great gift certificates and the possiblity of having your creation … Read More...

Tutorial: Bat Bracelet

October 22, 2009 by Katrina

bat bracelet For more Halloween fun over at Ornamentea check out their bat bracelet tutorial.

As usual they have really clear instructional photos and a sense of humor in their instructions.

You can leave this bracelet as pictured here, or there are … Read More...

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