5 Fast Fixes for Common DIY Jewelry Problems
Avoid five more common DIY jewelry mistakes and create cleaner, stronger, more professional-looking designs with simple tips every maker should know.
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PANTONE® 2024 Color of the Year: Peach Fuzz
Discover Pantone® 2024 Color of the Year, Peach Fuzz, with soft peach gemstones, Crystal Passions®, seed beads and more for warm, inviting jewelry designs.
Jewelry-Makers Celebrate America's 250th Birthday
Join the nationwide celebration of America's 250th anniversary with creative ways to give back through jewelry making, community events and charitable giving initiatives.
Must-See Modern Twists on Boho-Styled Turquoise Jewelry
Give classic turquoise a modern edge with silver accents and on-trend festival styling.
Cool Blue: Glacier-Inspired Jewelry and Accessories
Cool Blue jewelry captures the beauty of icy shimmer and glacier-inspired elegance through luminous crystals, frosted finishes and cool-toned sparkle.
How to Create Polymer Clay Slabs for Jewelry Making
Learn how to create colorful polymer clay slabs using trendy floral, terrazzo and abstract patterns.
Preventing Wear and Tear in Jewelry Designs
Discover practical jewelry-making techniques that help finished designs stand up to daily wear, high-stress areas and long-term use without sacrificing beauty.
The 2026 Pinterest Palette™
Explore the 2026 Pinterest Palette™—five trend-forward hues inspiring jewelry designers to create fresh, expressive collections customers are already searching for.
How to Make Adorable Pearl Cat Paw Earrings
Create irresistibly cute pearl cat paw earrings using Crystal Passions® pearls in this start-to-finish tutorial perfect for adding playful charm to your jewelry line.
Using Mixed Metals in Your Jewelry Designs
Learn how to confidently mix metals in your jewelry designs to create layered, modern looks with depth, contrast and creative versatility.
Why Your Jewelry Supplies Break During the Jewelry-Making Process
Learn why beads, findings and tools break during jewelry making—and how to prevent common
mistakes before they ruin your next design.
Secrets to Kumihimo
Learn Kumihimo braiding and create stylish, on-trend bracelets in this 9-part video series featuring a variety of designs by jewelry designer Elaine.
Bulk Jewelry Design Tips and Tricks
Learn practical tips and tricks to streamline your process and create bulk jewelry designs efficiently—perfect for growing jewelry businesses and resellers.
The Backdrop Necklace
Turn heads coming and going with backdrop necklaces—elegant, versatile and effortlessly chic.
Create Your Own High-End Jewelry Look
Learn how to create an elegant, high-end jewelry set—necklace, bracelet and earrings—using gold-filled chain and cubic zirconia for a luxe look that’s affordable and accessible.
Jewelry Designers Answer Their Most Asked Questions
Patti and Elaine answer the most common jewelry-making questions—from tools and materials to techniques and design inspiration—in this fun and informative video.
How to Make Memory Wire Midi Rings
Learn how to create stylish midi rings using memory wire, plus tips, tricks and tools for working with this versatile jewelry-making supply.
We Ask Our Designers
Patti and Elaine share their creative process and reveal where they find inspiration for their jewelry designs—whether it’s nature, daily life or designing to sell.
Honoring Our Veterans:
This article celebrates U.S. veterans and shares inspiring ways jewelry artists can make a difference—supporting veteran organizations through meaningful designs and creative giving.
Chatoyancy
Chatoyancy comes from the French phrase "eye of the cat." Jewelry makers will frequently see this effect in cat's eye quartz, tigereye and more.
Beyond Boho
Learn how to use wood, shell and pearls to create elegant jewelry designs that go beyond traditional Boho style.
Minimalist vs. Maximalist Jewelry Styles
Explore how the same jewelry materials can create two strikingly different looks—one minimalist, one maximalist—and discover which design style speaks to you.
Wanderlust Sparkle: How Travel Inspires Jewelry Design
Discover how travel and treasured memories shape jewelry design—through color, symbolism, and story-rich styles inspired by global adventures.
5 Tips to Make Budget-Friendly Jewelry
Learn 5 practical tips for making beautiful, budget-friendly gemstone jewelry—perfect for designers who want to create accessible pieces their customers will love.
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