Here’s yet another surface effect for you that can be used in so many different ways. Today I used mica powders but I also experimented with embossing powders, which have a quite different look (more like ceramics) but are a little trickier to…
One of the things that we all love about making our own jewelry is that we can customize it to make it exactly the way we like. But sometimes it’s nice to be able to make something quick and easy, so how…
Gilders paste is one of those things that I fell in love with the instant I first tried it. If any of you read Polymer Café magazine and have seen my Fairy Garden Accessories series in the past few issues you might have noticed…
This stunning statement bracelet goes together far more easily than you might think. The key is to find a set of cling stamps that works for you. (The one I used is called “Asian Influences” by Inkadinkado.) You can create any kind…
It’s always fun to find new and different ways to use supplies. And that’s especially true of using interestingly shaped beads. I’ve had these Czech glass dagger beads in my stash for quite some time, and then the other day saw an…
I have to admit that the first time I saw ball chain used in jewelry I wasn’t particularly impressed. I always associate ball chain with utilitarian things like light switches. However, since that first time I’ve seen ball chain used to great…
There’s just something about creating a beautiful thing out of scraps that fascinates me. When I was quilting scrap quilts were always my favorite. I also adore these found object sculptures that people create. And making wonderful things with scraps of polymer clay…
Every time I see bead caps in this blooming tulip design I want to Buy. Them. All. Something about that graceful organic shape just gets me. Dangling Swarovski crystals on short lengths of chain from the center of the flower continues that elegant…
Using fibers in jewelry is quite popular today, just take a look at these Pinterest searches for ribbon jewelry, fiber jewelry and silk jewelry if you don’t believe me. My personal favorite is the silk ribbon jewelry as it had a very…
In last week’s video I showed how to make these cute little purple flowers and their accompanying leaves. By the way, I don’t think I mentioned that there are 14 of each in this necklace. In this second video I’ll teach how to add paint…
