Torch Fired Enamel Tips
We recently (in 2016) added Thompson Enamels to our product line, and have had a great time learning to use them. This blog covers a few things we’ve learned along the way!
Torch Fired Enamels
August 24, 2016
These eye-catching earrings have a lot going on visually, but really it takes just three jewelry parts and a little glue to make them. And if you have never explored the use of glue in jewelry making, now is your chance. Follow these steps to make a pair of sparkly earrings featuring Swarovski Crystal rivoli stones and glue-on leverback earring findings.
DIY Aromatherapy Tassel Bracelet Tutorial
April 28, 2016
How-to Create a Custom Essential Oil Infused, Gemstone & Crystal Tassel Bracelet
This bracelet can be customized to include personal elements, represented by:
- Gemstones and their properties (chakra, metaphysical, healing…)
- Aromatherapy/essential oil blends and their uses (mosquito repellent, stress-relief, calming…)
- Color intention and symbolism (harmony, strength, stability…)
Quick and Easy DIY Birthstone Gift Sets
April 27, 2016
Use birthstone colors to make a quick and easy gift set for your mom, daughter or sister, or it can be a sweet no-fuss bridesmaid gift in your bridal colors. Continue Reading…
Fairy Garden Terrarium Necklace Tutorial
March 27, 2016
Using a small corked glass dome, create a custom mini terrarium necklace! DIY wearable cloche planters are very simple to make by following the steps in this tutorial. This tiny fairy garden is made of moss, crystal points, and Swarovski crystal blossoms. Personalize your wearable planter with anything you choose, as the basic assembly techniques will likely be similar.
Sweet Sterling Silver Infinity Bracelet
February 9, 2016
I love sweet, simple jewelry. Dainty little bracelets and necklaces. This project is just that! It features a delicate sterling silver infinity connector and Swarovski crystal accents. See how to make this bracelet below! Continue Reading…
It may not come as a surprise that the BIGkick tool is one of my favorite jewelry-making tools. And what is not to love? It is compact, affordable, and effortless to use–and the results are almost always perfection. So when I saw the new embossable, 30-gauge aluminum blanks on the “NEW shelf” I was ready to try them; finally, an affordable silver-toned alternative to sterling silver.
DIY Multi Strand Leather Charm Bracelet
December 8, 2015
One of my favorite combinations when making bracelets is leather and charms! When deciding what color of leather to use, I chose turquoise because it’s a color that always calms me – plus it seems to work for all seasons. It reminds me of the beach where I would love to be! I decided to make this a multi strand bracelet because the stacked bracelet look is such a huge trend right now. To make your own version of this multi strand leather charm bracelet, read on. It’s easier than you think! Continue Reading…
Make Your Own Rustic Copper Heart Bracelet
December 2, 2015
The popularity of bracelets just keeps increasing, and having fallen in love with some similar styles, I decided to tackle copper soldering and hand formed wire bracelet making in the same project.
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Easy DIY Stackable Bracelets
November 30, 2015
Ever wonder how to fill your wrists with deliciously colorful and fun stackable bracelets? Well here’s a super trendy DIY bracelet design you can make in about 5 minutes! Best yet, you can customize each bracelet with charms that match your interests — or the interests of friends, family, and customers. This design works great for making Awareness jewelry and seasonal themes too. Since I made these in November, I was ready for some Christmas Cheer. Continue Reading…