Hardwear: Jewelry from a Toolbox

I found this book called Hardwear: jewelry from a toolbox in the library the other day, it's quite interesting. If you like funky jewelry, be sure to check it out! There are 24 striking, easy-to-make pieces of jewelry fashioned from nuts and metal washers, S hooks and O rings, rubber sheeting and rubber.... Check Amazon or Chapters for details. There is also a copy in the Toronto library, if you wish to borrow it for free. ISBN 1-58479-480-1

Beautiful necklace ideas

There are a few beautiful necklace ideas in this video, check it out! :)

Chainmail pendant

Wow, never thought chainmail can be made into a pendant, too!! How creative, take a look HERE!!

Byzantine chainmail technique video

Want to learn how to make Byzantine chainmail? I did some research and found this video which I think is the best. Take a look! I'm gonna to give it a try sometime!! :)

Beautiful byzantine chainmail necklace

Has any of you tried chainmail? I came across this gorgeous chainmail necklace. Take a look at it HERE!!

Wire wrapped briolette earrings

How to use bead caps

How to make hemp jewelry

Just want to share this site that I came across yesterday with you all. There is clear diagram on the website! Check it out!!

Packaging tips for your handmade jewelry

Tropical Palms Earrings by Erin Weik

Here is a beautiful summer earring project by Erin Weik that you might want to try. Take a look HERE! There is complete material list, pictures, and instructions.

Interesting marketing ideas

How do you market your business, be it jewelry or other crafts. I recently came across this interesting idea online, and I quote:

"We all get junk mail with the postage paid envelopes. Just send a flyer or your business card back to the company and use their return envelope. ;) " (from beadstashdestash.blogspot.com)

Do you have any other interesting marketing ideas? Lets share some of our awesome ideas here!!

Beadwork Pattern Play Challenge

Just saw the Beadwork Pattern Play Challenge on beadingdaily, take a look and see if you are interested in taking the challenge to publish your design in an upcoming issue of Beadwork magazine! :)

Elastoma Bracelet Tutorial by Auntie's Beads

Classic Pearl Choker Necklace by Jewelry Making Professor

Here is a gorgeous pearl necklace by Jewelry Making Professor, take a peek here! You will love what you see! :)

Necklace Tutorial by Rings and Things

Another beautiful necklace tutorial by Rings & Things. It's in PDF format, so you can easily print this 2-page tutorial right from your printer! You may browse Rings and Things for their supplies and materials on their website!