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Oh So CHARMing

Charms are perennial favorites in the realm of jewelry embellishment. Use them to create themes, personalize designs--even keep your keys handy! Read on to learn more about these timeless pieces.

How to Be an Online Seller

Dive into the world of online sales with expert advice from our marketing pros.

Closing the Sale: Keeping Buyers Interested in Your Booth or Website

Take a look at this Q and A article with craft sales consultant and author Donald Clark. He gives advice on keeping customers interested in your products--both online and in person.

Australia's Influence

A journey down under is one you'll never forget. Discover the amazing wildlife, vast deserts and breathtaking horizons to inspire your designs.

How to Layer Necklaces

Master the trend of layering necklaces with some helpful tips and design ideas.

Get the Most Out of Social Media

Find out how to use social media to boost your jewelry-making business in this article. Don't miss these must-read tips and helpful information.

Everything You Need to Know About Jeweler's Saws

Find everything you need know about jeweler's saws in this video and informative article. Learn the tips and tricks to using a jeweler's saw to get the design you want.

How to Sell Your Handmade Jewelry on Instagram

Instagram is one of the hottest ways to promote and sell handmade goods. Read on to learn how Instagram's popularity boom can boost your jewelry-making business.

The Price is Right

Learn the art of pricing your products to make a profit. This article explains the importance of factoring in all the labor, material and overhead costs for each hand-crafted item.

Ergonomics for Beaders

Ergonomics involves tools and techniques that help prevent injury. This article covers why jewelry makers should consider how repetitive motion, vibration, and posture affect their health, productivity, and enjoyment.

The Many Uses of Accu-Flex®

Discover the versatility of Accu-Flex® professional-quality beading wire—perfect for a wide range of jewelry-making techniques, beyond just stringing.

Accu-Flex® Professional Quality Beading Wire Review

Read what Paula S. Morgan of about.com has to say about Fire Mountain's Accu-Flex Professional-Quality Beading Wire in her expert review.

Using Metal Clay with a Mold: Tips, Tricks and Troubleshooting

Avoid a sticky situation with these tips and tricks for molds and metal clay.

DIY Branded Packaging: Create Your Own Branded Packaging

The right packaging for your jewelry can make a big impact that keeps people coming back. Find tips on branding and packaging for business success in this article.

Global Chic: Boho Polymer Clay Jewelry

Learn how to use polymer clay to create offbeat boho jewelry designs.

Face Shape and Jewelry Choices

Learn how to create beautiful jewelry to flatter any face shape.

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.

Let's Talk Hobbies

Regularly immersing yourself in a hobby can be beneficial for overall health, both mind and body. Discover how to find your passion and pursue a hobby that brings you joy.

Amazing Hill Tribes Silver

Take a fascinating trip to Thailand, no passport required, with this article about the skilled artisans behind Hill Tribes silver.

Chunky Chain Jewelry

This trend is back, and bigger is better. Explore how chunky chain jewelry is melding 80's style with modern, industrial glamour to take the fashion world by storm.

Budget Building 101

The most important factor in maintaining a small business is creating and sticking to a budget. Read on for a step-by-step explanation of how to create and maintain a budget.

Solve the Pricing Mystery

It's easy for handmade entrepreneurs to get caught up in a pricing quandary. Are my prices too high, too low, and how do I know if they're just right?

Proper Packaging Pays Off

After your creations are packaged in a pretty manner it's time to ship them to their destination. Explore this article for practical ways to keep product safe during transit.

Princesscore Jewelry

It's time to channel your inner royalty with princesscore, a pretty fairytale-inspired trend that feels magical.

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