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Astrological and Zodiac Jewelry

Astrological and zodiac jewelry continues to play to people's need for self-expression. Read on to find some of the latest ways to design with this trend.

Jewelry Maker's Guide to Gift-Giving: 10 Things Every Gifter Should Know

Gift-giving can be stressful for all of us at times. This article gives you ten tips to help you in your gift-giving endeavors.

The History of Egyptian Perfume Bottles

Unearth the history of ancient Egypt's perfume bottle industry and learn a little about Egyptian culture along the way.

How to Strengthen Hands and Fingers

How many times have you been working on a beading project, only to have your fingers and hands seize from cramping and fatigue, which force you to take a break?

Ornament

Bask in the rosy aura of this heavenly messenger. This little angel will add a touch of grace to your decorations, bringing a serene presence to any setting.

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Two-Piece Christmas Bracelet Set

Using large and small seed beads in the Cellini stitch creates a 3D effect. Katsue Huang's experiments with this technique produced festive Christmas tree and Santa hat motifs.

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Clay Clean-Up

Award-winning mixed media artist Lisa Pavelka shares her polymer clay tip for keeping your finished clay project clean free of surface contaminants and any pesky spots.

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Make Your Own Inlay Jewelry Easy as 1-2-3

Inlay jewelry is a beautiful way to display stones without the use of traditional setting techniques. Learn more about this exciting trend.

Tree of Life Jewelry

The tree of life is an ancient symbol that appears in numerous cultures the world over. Learn how to incorporate them into your designs for stylish results.

Tell Me a Story with Jewelry

One of the strongest elements of jewelry sales is story. Learn how to incorporate story elements into your jewelry brand with this article.

Display Dilemmas

Learn easy solutions to common display dilemmas when selling your jewelry.

How To Highlight Your Handmade Products

Shows are for showing off. Set your products up for sales success to avoid being lost in the crowd with these tried-and-true practices.

Elephant Jewelry Meaning and Symbolism

Discover how to add lovable pachyderm motifs in jewelry for designs that are hard to forget. Explore this article to learn more.

Can Your Craft Business Support a Family?

Tired of your day job? It might be time to start exploring the idea of full-time self-employment through your home craft business. Consider these factors before making the leap.

Reiki Jewelry: Balance Your Body and Mind

Discover the universal energy known as reiki and how practitioners of this Japanese style of energy healing has growing in popularity in the US.

So You Want to Make Beaded Jewelry

Here's everything you need to know to make jewelry to sell, gift and wear. Discover the basic tools and supplies you'll need and find resources to get going.

The Importance of Booth Display

Selling designs at a craft fair or trade show can be stressful. This article discusses the best ways to use booth space to draw customers in and encourage sales.

How to Write Stunning Item Descriptions

Being a business owner comes with many hats--designer, PR specialistic, accountant, artist but also marketer. Giving products an artful and seductive description is a powerful tool.

The Halo Effect

The halo jewelry trend is ringing all kinds of style bells. Learn how to incorporate halo elements into your designs.

Seed Bead Troubleshooting and Success Guide

Whether you are new to seed beading or a seasoned pro, here are some common difficulties or pitfalls and some tips for successful seed bead projects.

Core Trends

Explore these "core" aesthetics to discover what’s trending in jewelry. Discover links to trend articles showcasing design ideas, product suggestions and more.

Traveling with Jewelry

Here are some helpful tips for traveling with jewelry. Discover how to keep jewelry safe, secure and--most importantly--untangled!

The Meaning of Butterflies

Let your style take flight with butterfly jewelry. Butterflies make wonderful additions to designs and represent happiness, beauty and transformation.

All You Need to Know About Jewelry Cleaners and Polishers

Keeping your jewelry well cared for and beautiful for years to come is just as important as designing it. All the info you'll need about the different maintenance supplies available to care for your treasures in is this article.

Saltwater Copper Etching

Etching copper with saltwater might sound like a magic trick, but it's actually simple science! Learn how to etch jewelry pieces with this video.

A Jewelry-Maker's Advent Calendar

Have some fun! Turn an advent calendar into a jewelry-making challenge by creating one piece a day until Christmas.

Halloween Jewelry

Say hello to spooky season with hauntingly fun jewelry! Find ideas, inspiration and materials for Halloween jewelry in this article.

What is Dichroic Glass?

Explore the fascinating history of dichroic glass and learn ways to incorporate this iridescent wonder into your jewelry designs.

Selling Your Jewelry: Price-Per-Wear Concept

This article explores the intriguing concept of price-per-wear and demonstrates how it can inspire your customers to invest in more luxurious jewelry pieces.

Mermaid Magic

This undersea trend has merfolk of all ages flipping their fins. Dive in headfirst to learn how you can bring the fluidity and beauty of these mythical creatures ashore.

Get Pinned: Safety Pin Jewelry

Read on to discover the origins of safety pin fashion and the newest ways to incorporate it into your jewelry.

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.

Pearlcore - Pearls Refreshed

Discover the enchanting allure of Pearlcore: where nostalgia meets modernity in a luminous dance of timeless elegance.

Work Hardening Metal

Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman explores work hardening metal in this informative article. Learn how to make gold, sterling silver, sterling silver-filled, copper, brass, bronze and nickel metal rigid or malleable to suit your design needs.

The Enduring Popularity of Gemstone Jewelry

Gemstone jewelry has captivated the hearts of fashion enthusiasts and jewelry lovers for centuries. Discover why gemstone designs are an excellent choice for designers aiming to create and sell jewelry.

Metal of the Moment--Brass

Brass is the metal of the moment according to fashion mavens. Learn all about this age-old material and how to incorporate it into your designs.

Holiday Jewelry and Craft Traditions

The holiday season is all about tradition. Why not add to your list of Christmas traditions using your beads and jewelry-making supplies?

Beaded Purse Straps

Ready to take on a different kind of beading project and make a fashion statement? Embellished purse handles are glitzy and fun for evening wear. Here are some ideas to get you started.

A Complete Guide to Turquoise

Learn what turquoise is, types of turquoise gems, typical gemological enhancements and buying tips for this popular blue-green gemstone.

Stockpiling Stock

Explore strategies for selling discontinued products, emphasize the importance of conscious decision-making and get tips such as slashing prices, conducting flash sales and more!

Wrap Up Holiday Sales with Style

Holiday packaging is an essential but often overlooked part of the jewelry gift experience. Make sure your products look their best in customer-convenient gift wrap.

The Anklet - A Bracelet for the Legs

Feel a little scandalous this summer: put on some jewelry and flash those ankles! Learn all about this edgy accessory here.

Are you a Hobbyist or in Business?

Thriving in any artistic endeavor can be challenging, and the complexity intensifies when the IRS scrutinizes your motivations. This article will guide you through.

Chakras and Their Gemstones

Western understandings of chakras involve associating specific chakras to physical points in the body. Learn what each chakra represents and what gemstones are associated with them.

The Greek Alphabet

Adding Greek letters to your personalized jewelry designs doesn't have to be a Herculean effort. With this handy chart, it's as easy as A-B-Γ.

How to Use Lacy's Stiff Stuff™

Lacy's Stiff Stuff™ is a favorite base for bead embroidery, especially seed beads. Here are some helpful tips and tricks to making the most of this material.

How to Embellish Flip-Flops and Sandals with Jewelry

Explore how to add a little pep to your step with embellished flip-flops, slides and sandals.

5 Simple Tricks for Photographing Jewelry

This article delves into the nuances of achieving stunning photos of small, intricate subjects, such as jewelry, with minimal equipment.

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