December 25, 2009 – 11:22 pm
Sometimes one needs inspiration for jewelry making projects, so now that the holiday gifts are opened, I can share some of the crafts I have made. Here are some projects that were finished last minute – I took pictures of them yesterday.
Fun Bracelets
I enjoyed using a variety of clay, glass, cloisonne and gemstone beads [...]
October 16, 2009 – 5:30 pm
Making jewelry can be very easy. Sometimes we forget just how easy making them is! Here’s our newest video on how to make memory wire bracelets. It shows you step by step what is involved to making a great gift.
We intentionally kept in some of the gotchas that may happen so [...]
September 4, 2009 – 10:48 am
My favorite bead store is having a jewelry supply sale. They have everything for making jewelry at reasonable prices .. and now at even better prices!
Through September 8th, everything is 15% off (if you subscribe to their newsletter, it is 20% off). They even have free shipping. So if you [...]
Yesterday I went to a gem and jewelry show, so here is a review of what a gem show is like for those who haven’t gone to one.
What to Expect
1) Lots of Vendors
The show I went to yesterday had over a thousand vendors. If you go the gem and jewelry shows in [...]
For those who want to start beading, ArtBeads, has great beading supplies.
I have found them to be the cheapest priced vendor for Griffon silk thread on the net when I have searched. Even cheaper than EBay. If you appreciate the convenience of having the needle already attached to the [...]
April 23, 2009 – 10:20 pm
If you like beading, ArtBeads is having their dollar days sale!
Their dollar days sale has over 2000 items at $1.00. This includes a wide selection of beads, stringing material, findings and more. Save up to 60%!
I love the Griffin Silk cards for $1 — they usually are [...]
December 14, 2008 – 11:03 pm
If you liked the beaded bracelets posted earlier in Jewelry Making Ideas, but didn’t have time to make your own, consider just buying a beaded bracelet. It is amazing how many different styles there are to choose! You can even get a bracelet with one bead and add more over time if [...]