Isn’t this lace jewelry frame fabulous? If you can knit or crochet, then you can have one, too. Take a look at the tutorial at Stitch Diva Studios.
How to close a crimp bead
Check out the great video tutorial from Stari Girl Jewelry to learn how to close a crimp bead. This tutorial is detailed and perfect for beginners to stringing.
Make an inexpensive jewelry display
Patty at My Life Under the Bus shares how she made this cool jewelry display for under $20. Take a look to see how she did it!
Beaded washer tutorial
Tamara at the Vanishing Pearl posted a free tutorial for for these beaded-washers. The beading completely changes the industrial look of the washer and lends it a delicate, filigree look. Learn to make your own and see more from Tamara… Read More...
Knitted earring tutorials
These knitted earrings are so lacy and delicate! Designed by Rosemary Hill, wouldn’t these earrings make pretty bridal jewelry? Also known as Romi, Rosemary has her own shop, Designs by Romi and her own book “Elements of Style: Knit … Read More...
Hex nut bracelet tutorial
Jamie at C.R.A.F.T. (creating really awesome free things) shares a tutorial for making bracelets from twine and hex nuts. Such common items sure work together to make an uncommonly interesting piece of jewelry.
Mini Chalkboard necklace tutorial
Take a look at this novel idea from guest blogger Cat at Henry Happened. Cat made this sweet necklace with a bezel and chalkboard paint. Check out Cat’s tutorial for all the details. It needs a matching bracelet, don’t … Read More...
Bling, bling ring tutorial
Do you love stretchy beaded rings? Right up until the moment the elastic breaks sending beads scattering everywhere, right? Check out this tutorial from Andrea at Sew Divertimento for a different approach to stretchy beaded rings!
Free project from Lark Jewelry & Beading
Take a look at these gorgeous earrings from Maggie Meister’s Classical Elegance, the latest in Larks’ Beadweaving Master Class series. Lark Jewelry & Beading is offering the Artemisia earrings project as a PDF you can download now to preview … Read More...
Fourth of July tutorials
Red, white, and blue
Pearl at the Beading Gem is sharing a round-up of patriotic inspired tutorials to help you celebrate national days for the US and Canada in July. Take a look at Pearl’s post to get inspired! I think these recycled plastic … Read More...
Sparkle ring tutorial
Mortira at Inspirational Beading shares a tutorial for this lovely, sparkly ring from the designers at Beads Direct. Check out her post. Mortira says this is a great way to use left-over beads and it can be completed … Read More...
Alma’s new Etsy shop
If you love the tutorials Alma has shared with us in the past here at Craft Gossip (paper bracelets and fabric beads from cotton balls), then her newest Etsy shop is for you! Take a look at the … Read More...
Safety pin dangle earring tutorial
Aren’t these dangle earrings (left) from Divya at Jewels of Sayuri cute? Take a look at her five-minute tutorial to craft a pair for yourself pronto from safety pins! And while you are at her blog, check out Divya’s fabulous … Read More...
2-minute necklace mini-tutorial
Jill at Girls Kick Ass shares her 2-minute mini-tute for making a necklace from an unworn and lonely bracelet. The best part is the piece is convertible should you decide you really wanted to wear that previously neglected bracelet. Take … Read More...
New tutorial from LoLovie
Elvi is back with her newest tutorial – strappy sexy black. I think it lives up to its name! What do you think? Take a look at Elvi’s tutorial at LoLovie.
Tutorial – pearl cocktail ring
Learn to make this shiny little thing from the folks at Ornamentea! See the tutorial at Shiny Little Things.
Tutorial: Nepal Chain Stitch
Mortira shares a tutorial for Nepal chain stitch at Inspirational Beading. Even though the finished chain is ornate and looks rather complex, Mortira says it is, “incredibly easy,” and “an excellent bead weaving technique for beginners.” Give Mortira’s tutorial a … Read More...
Tutorial: Beaded Floral Circlet
Take a look at this free tutorial from Ornamentea for this vintage-styled beaded circlet. This would be perfect for a bride. Get the tute at Ornamentea. You can also sign up for their Dot Com Dispatch and get the … Read More...
Convertible brooch pendant necklaces
Pearl has another fun tutorial to share – this one shows you how to turn brooches into pendants! See all three lovely necklaces Pearl created with vintage heirloom brooches at the Beading Gem’s Journal and then raid your stash of … Read More...