Creating The Basic Earring Hook

By Amy Ressa
The “French Wires” or “Fish Hooks”, are often names given to this type of earring wire. They only require a few inches of wire and a limited amount of jewelry making tools to complete.
The materials needed to complete this project are 3 ½” of the wire of your choice. You will need […]

Making Polymer Clay Beads - A Fun New Craft Idea the Whole Family Can Enjoy

By Jamie Jefferson
With an infinite range of design options available, it’s no wonder homemade polymer clay beads are getting so much attention in the crafting world. Suitable for both adults and children (ages 8 and up), working with polymer clay beads can give you a whole new way of having fun with your kids, […]

The Beautiful Handmade Beaded Bracelets

By Deepak Master Kumar
Making jewelry with beads has become very popular. You can basically make whatever you like, in whichever style you like and in whatever colors you select. Every creation is unique. But if you are just a beginner, making a beaded bracelet might be a bit difficult. There are many things which […]

A Little Secret to Help You Sell More Handmade Jewelry

By Kristie Leong
Are you a frustrated jewelry designer looking for new markets to sell your jewelry? Finding the right market for your jewelry designs can be frustrating process for some designers. Jewelry marketing doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes it’s just a question of adding a unique twist to your current jewelry designs to […]

The Basics of Making Fimo Beads

By Kathleen Gagne
Making beaded jewelry can be a fun and even profitable hobby. However, nothing quite compares to the satisfaction and admiration that can come from making your own customized beads. But, exactly how do you make your own beads?
One of the most popular styles of beads today, is the fimo bead. Fimo beads […]

How To Create An Orphan Bead Necklace And Choker Set

By Sheri Hill
This Is A Great Project For All Of Those Leftover Seed And Bugle Beads And Your Bead “Orphans”
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: FAIRLY EASY
TIME: ABOUT AN HOUR.
SUPPLY LIST:
VARIETY OF BUGLE AND SEED BEADS, MIXED
5-6 CZECH FLOWERS LENGTH DRILLED
4 CZECH FLOWERS SIDE DRILLED
10-15 SWAROVSKI CRYSTALS, 4mm and 6mm MIXED
VARIETY OF OVAL, ROUND, RONDELLE AND […]

The Joy Of Craft Bead Jewelry

By Samantha Davis
The latest rage sweeping the country is to have jewelry made from different types of beads in assorted sizes, colors and textures. The more beaded jewelry the better as you can change the appearance of your outfits to be more dress-up or causal.
You can purchase beaded jewelry from local stores or you […]

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