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Phone Photography for Jewelry

Did you miss the Facebook Live about using your phone to take pictures of your jewelry? Learn the ins and outs of successful photos from one of our own photographers.

How Glass Beads are Made

Glass beads have been a favorite jewelry-making supply for thousands of years. Learn about the ancient techniques used to craft various types of beads.

Top 7 Ways to End Jewelry Chain

View this helpful guide to the top 7 ways to finish jewelry chain from our in-house jewelry-making experts.

Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set with

Architecture and glamour come together to create this elegant multi-strand jewelry set. Macramé and Preciosa crystals are sure to complement any outfit.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

In the warm hues of a sunbaked summer sunset, this Outback-inspired necklace blends bold style with understated colors for a laid-back elegance.

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Fundraising with Finished Jewelry

In this article, you will learn how to organize the sale of ready-made jewelry to support your chosen cause.

Miniatures

Dive into the trend of miniatures with this inspirational article. Discover the techniques and materials to incorporate tiny pieces into your designs.

Single-Strand Necklace

Luxurious coils of wire frame iridescent paua shell beads in this gorgeous necklace, strung on dyed leather cord.

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Single-Strand Necklace

Radiant copper and cultured pearls elegantly entwine, forming a regal and feminine necklace that gleams with opulent luster.

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How to Sell Your Handmade Jewelry Through Shopify

Looking to sell your jewelry through your OWN online store? Explore this informative overview to help you decide if Shopify is the right choice for your jewelry-making business.

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.

Awareness Ribbons

Here's an easy guide to find awareness ribbon colors for causes close to your heart, along with product suggestions to design your own awareness jewelry using Crystal Passions® crystals.

How to Sell Your Handmade Jewelry on Pinterest

Pinterest is more than a scrapbook for your favorite images—it's a gateway to business opportunities! Discover how to sell on Pinterest in this insightful article.

8 Tips for Selling Jewelry Online

You've decided to sell your handcrafted jewelry online. Now what? These eight business tips will have you selling like a pro in no time.

Single-Strand Necklace

Embrace simple elegance with the shimmer of silver and the earthy beauty of natural malachite in this refined and classy necklace.

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Geometric Jewelry

Explore how to use geometric shapes for limitless design possibilities.

Hematite OR Hemalyke™: Knowing the Differences

Read on to discover the differences between natural hematite and man-made Hemalyke™ beads and components.

Secrets to Seed Beading

Join Rose in our Secrets to Seed Beading series, where she demonstrates a range of bead stitches and techniques that will enhance your jewelry-making abilities.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

Indulge in the feminine allure of this necklace and earring set, featuring swirls of copper wire, sparkling Crystal Passions® beads and chatons and natural lapis lazuli.

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Jewelry Makes a Statement without Saying a Word

A statement is a declaration of who you are and defines what you are about. Learn how to turn jewelry designs into statement pieces with this article.

Earrings

Sparkling with hues of gold and roses, these earrings exude a delicate vintage charm.

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Earrings

Radiating a delicate rosy glow, these dainty earrings exude feminine charm, making them the perfect accessory for the blooming season of spring.

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Single-Strand Necklace

Elegant tendrils of silvery wire gently embrace an oval of natural tree agate in this captivating necklace. Enhanced by a subtle sparkle from Crystal Passions® beads, this piece is truly stunning.

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Bracelet

Black onyx beads gently undulate around the perimeter of this graceful copper-wire bracelet, creating a subtly sophisticated style.

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Earrings

The juxtaposition of rounded gold hoops and sharp Crystal Passions® spikes renders these earrings daring and bold—an ideal choice for a night out on the town.

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6 Essential Jewelry Making Techniques You Need to Know

Follow along as Patti shares her list of top tools and materials every jewelry maker needs for various techniques.

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Bringing Customers In: Retail Layout Secrets from the Big Box Stores

Transform your retail space with the tips in this eye-opening article.

Learn How to Design Custom Lanyards for Identification Cards

Learn to make practical and stylish lanyards with Rose for your identification cards.

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Bracelet

Crafted for crisp cool days or the gentle arrival of spring, this bracelet radiates the blue of the sky and captures the warmth of sunlight's kiss.

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Getting Started with Basic Silversmithing

Curious about silversmithing essentials? This article outlines key tools and their uses, giving you the knowledge to start your journey with confidence.

Maximize Your Jewelry Sales with Specials for You

Every cent counts! Save on supplies with our Big Box Blowout, Last-Chance Specials, and other sales.

How to Loom Seed Beads

You want to work for yourself doing something meaningful. Level up your skills with this tutorial to move along in that journey...

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12 Jewelry Myths Debunked

Toothpaste to clean jewelry? Indestructible diamonds? Join us as we debunk these and ten other popular jewelry myths.

Collar-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Create this tantalizing triangle design by combing pre-made copper elements and bent wire shapes. The result is an airy necklace with plenty of movement.

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Earrings

Nylon tassels dangle gracefully from gold-tone cones in this earring idea. Choose specific colors and finishes to truly make these your own.

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Water Bottle

Stay hydrated and show off your style with a water bottle embellished with dazzling flat-back rhinestones.

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Wrap Bracelet

Are you looking for something to dress up the everyday? This wrap bracelet is just the ticket for vivid looks with glittering crystals in a spectacular shimmer effect.

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Earrings

Take a new approach to Christmas tree earrings. Scalemaille accessorized with Crystal Passions® rhinestones create a new, festive design.

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DIY Clasps with Artistic Wire® Findings Forms™ Jigs

Learn how to create beautiful, consistently sized wireworked hook-and-eye and toggle clasps using Artistic Wire® Findings Forms™ jigs.

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Embrace Dark Academia with Timeless Jewelry

Here's how to design timeless jewelry in line with the Dark Academia trend, adding a touch of sophistication and intrigue to any look.

Product Spotlight: Thread Cutter

Patti demonstrates the Clover Quick Cut thread cutter and highlights its advantages.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Create unique accessories with sterling silver pendants and blue cameo cabochons.

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All About Earnut Jewelry Findings

Here's a helpful guide to the different styles of earring backs to ensure earrings stay in place.

The Aftermath of Maui Wildfires – The Inspiring Stories of Jewelry Artists

As we connected with our Maui customers and supported relief efforts, we encountered inspiring stories of resilience. Learn how two different artists are rebuilding their lives and supporting their community through jewelry making.

A Jewelry Designer's Wish List

We asked nine jewelry artists what tools are tops on their wish lists. Let this article help you grant wishes for the creatives in your life.

Cultured Couture

These aren't your grandma's pearls! Turn this timeless trend on its head for bold new looks your customers will covet and clutch.

The Roaring '20s

Let this article inspire you to add a touch of the Roaring '20s to your jewelry designs.

Agota Gedai Eichert

I would like it to be my full-time career, but I take one day at time. It effects me a lot because I'm always thinking what I want to make next. I'm constantly looking for new ideas, materials.

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Bracelet

Reveal your inner fierceness with this unisex dragon bracelet, crafted from black and green suede cord woven with silver-plated chain.

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Bracelet

Spell out a trendy message with this contemporary friendship bracelet featuring silver-plated beads, SatiniqueTM nylon cord and acrylic alphabet beads.

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Earrings

Meticulously crafted from antiqued copper wire, these timeless earrings showcase intricate swirls that sparkle with Crystal Passions® bicone beads.

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Single-Strand Necklace

In this stunning necklace, a shimmering, soft mother-of-pearl moon gracefully hovers behind a sinuous, rose gold-filled tree.

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Bracelet

Feeling knotty? Join Rose as she teaches you to create a two-color friendship bracelet. Express your love for friends with this heartfelt accessory.

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Stephanie Benitz

I just love working with color, so I’ll pull from my inspiration and see where it takes me.

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Transformable Jewelry

How can one type of jewelry perform double duty? Learn more about transformable jewelry and how to make it in this article.

Mother's Day and Mother's Rings

Express your love in a special way—with a personalized ring! Dive into the rich tradition of Mother's Day and the significance of mother's rings in this enlightening article.

Boho and Hippie Chic Jewelry

Curate the ideal boho chic accessory ensemble by incorporating the tips and suggestions provided in this comprehensive article.

The Modern Locket

The modern locket takes a time-honored and traditional piece of jewelry and offers up fresh versions for the modern world. See what the locket's gotten up to these days.

Horseshoe Nail Jewelry

Create rustic and antique-inspired jewelry using horseshoe nails. This article provides you with fantastic ideas on how to bring these unique creations to life.

Lashed Wrap Bracelet

Alphabet beads are wrapped up in style in this bracelet design. Spell out names of loved ones, affirmations or whatever your inspiration desires.

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Bracelet

Become a wrap artist and create a fun wrap bracelet with our free instructions.

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Bracelet

Make a bold friendship statement! The brilliant reds, oranges and yellows in this friendship bracelet remind you of warm feelings for your friends.

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Metal Jewelry: Finishing and Polishing

Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman shows how to finish and polish metal jewelry.

The Talk About Pliers

Explore the many types of pliers to help you find the right one for every project.

What Is a Cabochon?

Take a deep dive into the marvelous cabochon and its sister the cameo. Learn about how they're created and dozens of ways a designer can use them.

Bezels

Bezels are an ideal finding to use when you're working with cabochons and flat back crystals. Tammy Honaman, author and jewelry-making expert, is here to tell you all about them.

Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

Shell and gemstone beads combine in a simple-to-string jewelry design that's sure to be a summertime favorite.

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Metaphysical Properties

When jewelry makers encounter information about gemstones, they frequently discover where a stone is mined, what it's made of and the phrase "metaphysical properties." What is that information and how can a jewelry maker use it in designs?

Necklace and Earring Set

Let your funky style shine and turn heads in this fabulously retro polymer clay necklace bursting with bright and fun colors!

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Loving Lavender

Fall in love with lavender! See how these soothing shades can enhance your designs to create for a number of styles and timeless appeal.

Persistence Pays Off

I've always made my own jewelry, but it wasn't until I decided to make my sister some jewelry for Christmas that I discovered the world of lampwork bead making.

Graduation Day: Personalized Designs for Grads

Looking for inspiration for graduation jewelry? This article covers the gamut of personalized jewelry ideas and more.

Clip-On Cool

Amid the current trend of weightier and more daring earrings, consider crafting clip-on earrings. Stylish and versatile, they represent the cutting edge of today’s fashion and ear care.

Everything You Need to Know About Thread Conditioners

Feeling all tangled up in a sea of rough, frayed thread? Thread conditioners could be just the solution you need to get back on course.

Choosing Jewelry for Your Color Season

Color seasons have been applied to jewelry and fashion for decades. Find ways to match your designs to the 12 designations in this article.

Beginner's Guide to Loomwork

Explore the world of loomwork, where each bead is a pixel in your artistic vision. Learn about the looms, materials and resources you'll need in this article.

Extraterrestrial Gemstones: Futuristic Inspiration, Right for Our Times

Dive deeper than mere space-age aesthetics and get hands-on with raw materials. In this article, discover the materials sourced from or inspired by outer space.

Beaded Belt with Shell Links and Drops

This belt made with mother-of-pearl drops arranged in gradient colored dangles is ready to translate your every movement into a flashing play of iridescent color.

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Egyptian Jewelry Revisited

Immerse yourself in the allure of ancient Egyptian aesthetics with an inspiring article that delves into the fascinating intersection of Egyptomania and the world of jewelry.

Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

The gently swirling spirals gracing this necklace and earring set provide a harmonious counterpoint to the sturdy allure of the jade stone from which they were made.

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Make Your Own 80s-Inspired Jewelry

The 1980s are back and looking better than ever! Make your own 80s-inspired jewelry that's sure to make a big and bold statement.

Laurie Roe

While I tend to work in watercolor or pen and ink, I am transitioning into upcycling recycled Sari Skirts.

Earrings

Delicate Crystal Passions® pearls dangle gracefully against edgy horseshoe nails in these stylish earrings.

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Single-Strand Necklace

Featuring steel nails wire-wrapped together and strung on a faux suede cord, this necklace blends soft and hard textures for a rugged, unisex design.

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Three-Piece Bracelet Set

These classy bracelets are perfect for stacking. With stones of faceted garnet and tourmaline as well as silver-plated findings, they bring luxury to a simple design.

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Earrings

The ruggedness of brass-plated horseshoe nails is lifted to new heights by the addition of turquoise and gold beads, producing truly distinctive earrings.

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Without Copyright Laws, Where Would We Be?

Gain essential insights into official copyrights for works of art.

Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

Explore the wealth of hues in rainbow fluorite with this necklace and earring set. The serene blue and purple tones in the stones are lit by shimmering accents of seed beads.

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Ear Frames and Ear Cuffs

Boldly going where jewelry has rarely gone before! The ear cuff, ear frame and ear climber have grown in popularity. Learn more about these non-pierced ear jewelry forms.

Which Metals Should You Use?

Choosing the right metal to use in your jewelry involves balancing a number of factors beyond gold vs. silver. Get the lowdown on all materials metal.

Eye Beads of the World

Here's lookin' at you, kid. Take a gander at these unique beads and learn about their significance through history—it's more than just eye-candy!

Trade Show Presentation

Trade shows can make it or break it for you as a wholesale artist. Make your next show your best show ever by following these simple tips!

Three-Piece Necklace and Earring Set

Achieve a chic, layered aesthetic with this necklace and earring set. Crafted with a blend of gold- and silver-plated brass beads, this ensemble exudes sophistication and modern flair.

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Komboloi - The Mystery and the History of Greek Worry Beads

Discover fascinating history of Greek Komboloi beads—a timeless tool for stress relief and contemplation—and learn how to make your own.

Single-Strand Necklace

Opt for a natural look with rhodonite chips. The structured design of the necklace complements the freeform beads perfectly, uniting their unique shapes in perfect harmony.

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Jewelry Design Inventory--Part of Your Business Plan

Keeping files with detailed images and material lists of your designs isn't fun—but keeping these records can save you time, money and heartache.

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