Making your own metal charms is very cool. You can do it using a process called Lost Wax Casting, and it is an amazing way to make jewelry components. I took classes through my local rock club, so check with yours or other jewelry making schools in your area if you’ve ever thought of trying it. [Read more]

If you are trying to get your holiday jewelry designing a jump start, the first place to go is this series on jewelry designing developed by Cyndi Lavin over at Bead Arts. She’s got some great advice about form, function, color, theme, and more. [Read more]

Need a daily lesson or two in jewelry design? It can’t hurt, and nothing is more inspiring than thinking through the design process and discovering new methods. The Impatient Blogger has a few tricks up her sleeve to share with you. [Read more]

You simply can’t go wrong when it comes to Venetian glass beads and crystals – impossible I tell you! So, inspire yourself or a friend with this More Is Better Bracelet project. [Read more]

Art Bead Scene Stop by Art Bead Scene this week to see the winner of the October challenge and the theme and prizes for the November challenge. We are sure it will “wake up” your creativity!   Bead Arts Never throw anything out! Not even Chinese fortunes…   Katie’s Beading Blog Are you selling the jewelry you make? Katie compiled a list of links to articles that are full of helpful tips and info. Check them out or just add yours to the list.   PearlEsq. Robin’s added another Technique of the Week, showing some fun ideas with Adirondack Alcohol Inks, Embossing Powders and Color Wash, all products that work as wonderfully on paper as for mixed media jewelry designs!    Savvy Crafter Not sure what to do with that... [Read more]