In case you were wondering, here’s yet another way to use cuff bracelet links. This one is the simplest of all. (Here are the links for the steampunk bracelet tutorial and the pink floral cuff bracelet.) I love the way the silver, blue…
I’ve been having a blast, making these cuff bracelet links for my Etsy shop. Not only is making the links fun, but I’ve got loads of ideas for how to use them. In case you missed it, here’s a video for a…
This video will show you how to make a quick pair of classic earrings that you’ll find yourself reaching for time and again. Don’t you just love how the simplest of materials gives the most elegant of looks? Happy Creating! Materials: two…
I’ve been having fun, making some new items for my Etsy shop. Of course, as soon as the jewelry gets made, I have to wear it! So, I’m wearing my new steampunk bracelet right now, and loving it. What’s listed in my…
Dunno what the hold up was, but sheesh, I’ve only had this ruffle fabric for nearly two months. It took one seam and sewing on the elastic to finish this skirt. I followed this tutorial. She gives great step-by-step directions. The trickiest…
These earrings match the necklace/bracelet I showed earlier this week. Unlike that project, this one is super quick. You’ll be amazed at how easy wire wrapping can be (I was!) If you like things a little funky, but not so long and…
I picked up these purple pearls a few weeks ago at a bead store I recently discovered called Gem-O-Rama. Can you even say that name without putting the emphasis on the “Rama”? I can’t. You just have to say it that way. Anyhow,…
You’ve probably noticed that purchased headpins feature prominently in much of my jewelry making, but did you know that you can easily make your own out of wire? The wire spirals add a little something special to these earrings. Keep in mind…
I’ve been eyeballing the Swarovski crystal hearts at my local craft store for quite some time now. After trying to figure out the most tasteful, subtle way of using them I finally decided to just go all out and go over the…
I kinda love the look of the chain tassels in these earrings. Don’t they dress up the beads wonderfully? The key, as I mention in the video, is to make the wire loops large enough to accommodate all the chains. I can totally see…
