Keepsake Crafts

Friday Findings-Coiled Wire Beads

On November 7, 2014 by Sandy

In today’s Friday Findings video I show you several things you can do with a Coiling Gizmo. Not only can you make your own jump rings and bead spacers, you can dress up many of your findings with wire coils, like this toggle clasp….

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WOYWW – Autumn Doll Polymer Clay by Sandrartes

On November 4, 2014 by Sandy

Happy What’s on Your Workdesk Wednesday, everyone! Today’s desk shows, that although I spend a lot of time thinking, planning and designing my own projects, sometimes it’s nice to take a “brain break” and work on a kit, or a project already thought out…

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Beads & Jewelry Tutorials Videos

Teardrop & Hammered Wire Earrings Video Tutorial

On November 3, 2014 by Sandy

Don’t you just love how a little bit of wire can totally transform a couple of simple beads? (Click on the photos for a closer look.) These faceted blue teardrop beads are quite pretty all on their own, but with messy wraps and a…

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Beads & Jewelry Tutorials Videos

Friday Findings-Redoing & Repairing Jewelry

On October 31, 2014 by Sandy

Today’s video starts out with a drawer FULL of jewelry that needs either repair or wants reworking. Yes, it’s true, many of the pieces of jewelry I make on my YouTube videos get remade. Some are wonderful as they are and turn into favorites that…

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WOYWW – October Tim Holtz Tag

On October 28, 2014 by Sandy

Happy What’s on Your Workdesk Wednesday! Today’s desk is full of all sorts of crafting goodies, and every one of them was pulled out just for the Tim Holtz October tag. Yes, this desk was completely empty when I started. Has anyone ever added…

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Beads & Jewelry Tutorials Videos

Blue Skies Bead Bracelet Video Tutorial

On October 27, 2014 by Sandy

I LOVE the colors in these blue sky jasper beads and copper seemed like the perfect accent for them. This stringing project is a little more involved than many I’ve done, but the results are well worth it. Enjoy the video and…

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Beads & Jewelry Tutorials Videos

Friday Findings-Seed Bead Loops Video

On October 24, 2014 by Sandy

Although it’s always fun to go shopping and see what kinds of interesting jewelry findings are out there, I think it’s even better to be able to make your own. That way they are the exact size, shape and color you want,…

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Sewing What's On Your Workdesk Wednesday

WOYWW – The Final Sweater… For Now

On October 21, 2014 by Sandy

Happy What’s on Your Workdesk Wednesday, everyone! This is a pic of my desk right before heading to bed Tuesday night. It shows me sewing up a storm and listening to Pandora. I know it’s the third week in a row these sweaters…

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Citrine Nugget Bracelet Video Tutorial

On October 20, 2014 by Sandy

Consider this bracelet excellent practice for making wire wrapped loops. You’ll need at least 40 to make it so full. Other than the time it takes to make all your bead dangles, this is a fairly simple bracelet. The truly fun part is…

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Beads & Jewelry Tutorials Videos

Friday Findings-DIY Jewelry Organizing Board

On October 17, 2014 by Sandy

Happy Friday, all! I’m back today with another jewelry organizing tip for you. It’s a simple board that you can hang wherever you have the space and use to organize necklaces or bracelets (or lots of other things, I’m sure!) Btw, I…

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Blue Skies Bead Bracelet Video Tutorial

Friday Findings-Seed Bead Loops Video

WOYWW – The Final Sweater… For Now

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Friday Findings-DIY Jewelry Organizing Board