Strung Out

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...

Making handmade gifts allows you to tailor and personalize your gifts for your loved ones. With Father’s Day quickly approaching (Sunday, June 16th), it is a perfect time to explore men’s jewelry and think about what the special man in...

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...

Who doesn't love a good book? Especially as it is winter and a lot of places are covered in thick blankets of snow, a warm drink and a good book is the perfect recipe for a chilly evening. If you...