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Much Ado About Knotting: Macramé Through the Years

Learn more about all things macramé, from its ancient history to its place in modern trends.

Glitz and Glamour with Embellished Sandals, Heels and Sneakers

Create custom shoes with popular jewelry-making components! Read on to learn how.

How to Care for Your Embellished Garments

Discover tips for safely caring for embellished clothing including how to wash, iron and store these clothing gems for long-lasting fashion.

"Feathering" Jewelry and Accessories

Be light as a feather with your jewelry designs. Explore how to use multi-faceted feathers in everything from sleek and modern creations to earthy and rustic projects.

Kumihimo 101: A Cord-Making Technique for Jewelry

Discover the rich history and diverse applications of kumihimo, a Japanese style of braiding that gathers multiple strands into artistic cording.

The Soft Side of Jewelry: Crochet and Knit

Explore how to use the well-loved arts of knitting and crochet in your jewelry and gift-giving projects.

Making Braided Belts

Jump on the braided belt trend and design your own on-trend look. Discover more about this style and learn the braiding techniques.

The Dream Catcher

The dream catcher is one of the most widespread symbols of generalized Native American culture. Discover the history and symbolism of this intricately woven talisman.

Beading Needles: A Comprehensive Guide for Every Project

What needles are best for what types of beading projects? If this question has you in stitches, never fear! Our handy guide is here to give you some sharp advice and tips to keep your beadwork on point.

All About Jewelry Cord

Discover the best cord for your jewelry-making or crafting project with this thorough guide.

Intro to Leather

Have you never worked with leather before? It can be tough (heh) sometimes but don’t worry, Tammy Honaman is here to guide you like only a jewelry-making expert can.

Types and Sizes of Beading Thread and Stringing Material

This chart gives you a quick overview of beading thread and stringing materials, including their sizes, types and tensile strength.

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Kumihimo Braids

This helpful reference chart offers basic cord sizes to finished braid sizes for kumihimo--and includes additional tips for successful braiding.

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Much Ado About Knotting: Macramé Through the Years

Glitz and Glamour with Embellished Sandals, Heels and Sneakers