Here’s a gothic sort of candle from Lisa Carrier Designs called Luxe Crystal Skull. . It would look quite magical at a Halloween party, but it … Read More...
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by SandraW
Here’s a gothic sort of candle from Lisa Carrier Designs called Luxe Crystal Skull. . It would look quite magical at a Halloween party, but it … Read More...
Crystal Rhew Staley created a clever ice cream sampler for a Phat Quarter swap. It includes a perfect quote from Voltaire and lots of tasty color. But my favorite part is the deliciously ice-creamy swirliness and richness of these stitches. … Read More...
Brides, get ready for some over the top sparkle! Brenda’s Wedding Blog reports that “all white wedding receptions with a splash of color and dripping crystals are the hottest trend for the season ahead.” Click here for all the details!
by SandraW
Kristal candles are new patent protected palm wax tapers that are completely clear. No two are the same because of the unique way the air bubbles inside of them.
These clear candles might make a nice change from gel candles … Read More...
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Have you heard about the Helping Japan auctions that are going on all over Craft Gossip right now? If not, read our announcement and then go to the Helping Japan section that lists all of … Read More...
by SandraW
This unique and detailed candle was created by artist Daxa.
What do you think about her henna candle combo? She uses real henna and then enhances it with Genuine Swarovski Crystals.
It would definitely make an original conversation piece! You … Read More...
Check out this beaded necklace from Jewelry and Polymer Clay Tutorial Heaven. The clusters of beads remind me of falling bursts of fireworks. This tutorial called “Sparkling Crystal Feathers” might be the perfect piece to complete your New Year’s … Read More...
These pretty blue crystal mandala earrings remind me of snowflakes. Beadalon’s Bonnie Clewans shares her tutorial for making them at FaveCrafts.
I love it when I see old chandeliers getting a makeover. I shudder to think how many of these old 80’s and 90’s brass light fixtures are filling up landfills. I’ll be tackling a similar project of my own soon … Read More...
by Katrina
More and more Etsy is becoming a go to place for beading supplies. Here is another funky find, these micro-faceted diamond shaped briolettes are available from Sky Valley Gems – and could make for some sparkly chunky jewels.
by Katrina
This beauty is by far my favorite necklace in the style shown by Lanvin which has inspired so many crafters recently.
But this necklace posted by Ruffled and designed by Lisa of Ink and Button, takes the cake in … Read More...
One of my favorite children’s Montessori blogs, Chasing Cheerios has a link to Martha Stewart’s Crystallized Snowflake craft and I love it…it is so elegant and yet it is made out of pipe cleaners! Chasing Cheerios snowflake looks even cooler!… Read More...
From a crafty person on Craftster, is this pretty Swarovski Crystal Beaded Ring Tutorial. I would love to credit this designer, but she doesn’t have a name listed and her Etsy shop is no longer open. Whoever she is, … Read More...
by Vikram Goyal
From a crafty person on Craftster, is this pretty Swarovski Crystal Beaded Ring Tutorial. I would love to credit this designer, but she doesn’t have a name listed and her Etsy shop is no longer open. Whoever she is, she…
HHH Enterprises is having a giveaway on their blog . They are giving away lots of flatback crystals to use in jewelry, or bejewel a pair of sunglasses, your cell phone or whatever strikes your fancy! Leave a comment before … Read More...
Hi Everyone:
I’ve been wanting to create a vintage ornament for my small vintage tree, when I stumble into Anna wight’s blog, with a great tutorials on how to make those yummy elements.
What I luv about it is the … Read More...
Sparkly Mad Scientist Margot Potter is up to her armpits in all things glitzy. This week she dazzles us with a fantastic Halloween necklace that is a sparkling cobweb complete with tiny spider. Although if you have arachnophobia, you can … Read More...
I must be yearning for a trip to visit my BFF Kami who lives in Australia, because I keep coming across Australian bead sites.
 Bead and Crystal Heaven truly is a bead heaven on earth. They claim to be”one … Read More...