I am having computer woes at present, but I’ll give you a hint about the coming giveaway. If you loved the tutorial from Lark Jewelry & Beading for the Fortune Teller Beads Necklace from Diane Fitzgerald, you won’t want to … Read More...
Tine De Ruysser
Beautiful and functional. Can jewelry get any better than that? Take a look at Susan Lomuto’s post at Daily Art Muse to read more about the work of Tine De Ruysser. Then see more of Tine’s imaginative and beautiful creations … Read More...
Silversmithing for Jewelry Makers giveaway ends Saturday
Time is running out to enter for your chance to win this handy resource from Interweave! Read the review and leave a comment at the original post to enter for your chance.
Rachel’s Cure by Design
Rachel is on a mission to help wipe out diabetes. Since her diagnosis of type 1 diabetes at 12, Rachel has been helping support the work of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) to find a cure through research. Rachel … Read More...
Stitched Pendants
Take a look at these stitched pendants from Corinne at September House. The flowers are lovely but I especially love the charming ball of yarn and knitting needles.
Mermaid Pendant
Debi is sharing a video tutorial for making this charming mermaid pendant! Check it out Debi’s tutorial on YouTube. Love it? You can get a kit for making one at Debi’s Etsy shop – Debi’s Design Diary.
Marketing for Makers e-course
Megan Auman asks are you running a business or pursuing a hobby with your jewelry? Megan is a designer, maker, educator, and entrepreneur who created Designing an MBA to “help designers and makers polish their basic business skills, while also … Read More...
Congratulations to the Laliberi winners!
Congratulations to Maria on her win of the Chiffon Chic kit and stretch headbands. The coiled roses and zipper flowers kits go to Stephanie J! And finally the swirl leaves pendant, dark ruffle bow cuff and ring kits go to … Read More...
Still time to enter for Jewelry in a Jiffy
Leave a comment at the original post for your chance to win Fransie Snyman’s Jewelry in a Jiffy! The giveaway ends January 22.
Sweet Corn
Many agree their most loved jewelry, though inexpensive, is dear because of its sentimental attachment. Yes, corn can be a sentimental object. Take a look at this sweet, corn necklace Cameron crafted to keep her in-laws close to her heart … Read More...
Tiny, Wearable Shrines
Aren’t these Shadow Box Shrine Kits by Coffee Break Design cute? They come with or without a charm loop so they could easily become a pendant or a pin. The kit even includes a clear acrylic sheet to close your … 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...
My Ribbon Barrette Maker goes to…
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!
Know your digits
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 repins … 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...
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.
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...
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.
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...