Creative Uses for Memory Wire
Memory wire is one of those jewelry making techniques that is just plain fun! You don't need to think about tension or perfect how to crimp a crimp bead. You don't need to figure out a clasp to match your...
Memory wire is one of those jewelry making techniques that is just plain fun! You don't need to think about tension or perfect how to crimp a crimp bead. You don't need to figure out a clasp to match your...
How is it already March? I must admit that my mind somehow still thinks it's late January and there is no way it can already be March with St. Patrick's Day, spring, and Easter just around the corner! Time is...
Creating strung necklaces and bracelets offers a world of design possibilities. Anything that you can imagine, you can make! But if you are new to stringing and jewelry design, it can be difficult to figure out exactly what you need...
Side-drilled beads are unlike "regular beads" in that their hole for stringing goes across the bead (usually the top of the bead or front to back) versus going from top to bottom. These types of beads are great for creating drops...
We all have our favorite bead weaving stitches. Some people love peyote, some RAW (right angle weave) and others brick stitch. As jewelry artists, I think it's natural to develop favorites as we work. For bracelets, I absolutely love RAW...
Happy birthday to all those February birthday gals and guys! I too have a February birthday and have always loved my birthstone, amethyst. Amethyst gemstones are so pretty to look at and can range from a light purple to a...
Have you ever felt like designing a new piece of jewelry but didn't know where to start? I think there are times when all of us are looking for that burst of inspiration to get our next project going. Have...
With Father's Day next month, we have updated this article with some tips for making the perfect Father's Day jewelry gifts: Making handmade gifts allows you to tailor and personalize your gifts for your loved ones. With Father’s Day quickly...
Love is in the air with PRESTIGE Crystal Components and all the beautiful design inspiration photos they recently shared with us. We can't get enough of these beautiful designs! They combine all the best Valentine elements—hearts, sparkle, pinks, purples, reds, and...