Susan Opie's nostalgic 2021 Jewelry-Making Contest entry features adorable, hand-sculpted renditions of everyone's favorite spud spouses.
Cuff Bracelet
For quick-and-easy style with a sporty feel, use black lip shell as a checkered inlay on a cuff bracelet!
Double-Strand Necklace
Shoko Kimura took the judges on a seed bead-filled voyage with her piece. The subtle nod to nautical vessels and variation in detailing earned this design the President's Award.
Hair Sticks
What you can create is limited only by your imagination. Let your creativity take flight with this pair of hair sticks adorned with colorful butterfly wings.
Home Décor Wall Art
Paint with the versatile colors of seed beads to capture the spectrum of saturated hues in a Southwest sunset in this framed wall decor.
Bib-Style Necklace
Susan Opie honors many of art's most notable masters in her hand-painted polymer clay masterpiece.
Ring
Let Apoxie® Sculpt be a part of your design! Mini chips set against a black backdrop give this stainless steel ring a natural, sophisticated appeal.
Collar-Style Necklace
Stephanie J. Eddy was inspired by Van Gogh's famous painting when she sought to explore the ancient art of French beaded flowers to create this swirling piece.
Purse
A feat in both sewing and construction, this faux Fabergé egg purse makes a stunning statement on the stand and over your shoulder.
Single-Strand Necklace
Sergiy Nagorny's "Encaptured" proves that inspiration can come from anywhere--even a cast iron fence overgrown with ivy.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Evoke the beauty of sunrise over an island mountain range with this fun jewelry set.
Cuff Bracelet
Renata's beautiful seed bead bracelet is inspired by the Arizona desert and the fantastical flora that resides there.
Single-Strand Thistle Necklace
Inspired by the natural edge of nature, this prickly necklace features a twisted bouquet of thistle flowers.
Bracelet
Rangashrii Santhanam's "Maharani" bracelet showcases brilliant crystal fancy stones in a design worthy of royal standing.
Bib-Style Necklace
Mariana Vasileva's "The Hot Dragon" won the Trendsetter Award for its punky, sharp, bold style choices. It leaves an energy in the room that can't be denied.
Lanyard
Spice up a ho-hum lanyard with an extraordinary kumihimo lanyard of striking red cord and eye-catching silver chain for a look that convention-goers and coworkers alike will remember.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Experience the magnificent splendor of Preciosa with this breathtaking crystal and pearl necklace, designed to capture attention and turn heads wherever you go.
Bib-Style Necklace
Patricia Parker modeled the vibrant seed-beaded blooms in "Le Jardin" after flowers from her own garden, bringing a colorful world to life through jewelry.
Bracelet
Elevate your wrist with a stylish touch using this seed bead bracelet adorned with stunning copper beads, adding a decorative flair to your overall look.
Single-Strand Necklace
Metal clay was brilliantly combined with citrine and sunstone in this artistic masterpiece. Let this OOAK statement necklace inspire your metal clay creations.
Single-Strand Necklace
A rainbow has never been so vibrant as in glorious Crystal Passions™ crystals strung upon titanium-coated wire.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
You'll be pretty in pink with a vintage feel in this set.
Single-Strand Necklace
The gorgeous opal at the center of this pendant informed the rest of Merilou Jenkins' design, resulting in swirling wirework forms that act as a playground for the eyes.
Bracelet
This striking western-inspired bracelet design is created from popular Toho seed beads. The three-strand slide-lock clasp creates a professional and secure finish.
Necklace
Inspired by all things mystical, "Empress of the Fog Dragons" transforms beads and wire into stunning, lifelike creatures.
Bib-Style Necklace
Martha Kirchhoff captures the beauty of the sea with this lustrous seashell and pearl necklace.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Get ready for Santa's arrival with this adorable Christmas-themed jewelry set that will add a sparkling touch to your holiday fashion.
Bracelet
Inspired by the beauty of geometric shapes, Marina Garbo's "The Crown" features stunning beadwork in a vivid, contemporary palette.
Single-Strand Necklace
Inspired by the vivid colors of the gemstone cabochons, Krafty Max created the look of a frozen rainbow in her icy jewelry set.
Bracelet
Lisa Martinez turned accident into inspiration when her beads spilled together, creating this lustrous seed bead bracelet.
Three-Piece Earrings Set
All that glitters is gold with this trio of glorious gold-plated earrings--just swap the charms!
Bib-Style Necklace
Inspired by the fidelity of true, lasting and unforgettable love, Lia Dipaola creates a precious set of jewels one might present as a token of deep admiration.
Multi-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Gathering all your strands into a single finding or bead gives you the look of layered necklaces without the tangling in back.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
Satiny gold-toned wire adds a sunny warmth to the oceanic blues of dyed crazy lace agate and Crystal Passions® bicones in this jewelry set.
Collar-Style Necklace
Unleash your inner Cruella with Laura Embrey's lacey soutache and crystal collar.
Bracelet
Put a modern spin on the classic beaded bracelet with this gorgeous and striking wire-wrapped bead bracelet design.
Bib-Style Necklace
This "Woodland Owl" polymer clay necklace is a hoot. View this contest piece up close to admire its intricate detailing.
Bracelet
In the mood for a new twist on a groovy old trend?
Earrings
Take a trip to Ireland through jewelry. These earrings are beaming with the beauty of this country with olivine and metallic sunshine Crystal Passions® bicone beads.
Bib-Style Necklace
Kristina Ilickovic used the love of her father and the independence of wildflowers as inspiration for this delicate, floral piece.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Kit Skeoch's vibrant necklace reminded contest judges of saltwater taffy--a fitting description for a piece titled "Ochosi's Candy".
Single-Strand Necklace
Karen Suarez used an antique gaming piece at the center of "The Koi's Treasure" and let its beautiful engravings inform the rest of the design.
Ring
Beautiful frosty blue Crystal Passions® cushion-shaped fancy stone glows from a stylish sterling silver ring.
Single-Strand Necklace
Karen Suarez's "Contemporary Circles" embodies the beauty of symmetry and geometric shapes with metal clay.
Single-Strand Necklace
"Angel Wings of Hope" by Karen Suarez seeks to honor those who worked tirelessly through the pandemic through the use of contemporary design and sterling silver.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Purple resin ginkgo leaves support long silver chain tassels full of eye-catching motion in this beautiful necklace and earring ensemble.
Single-Strand Necklace
Inspired by perserverance and strength, "The Negotiation" by Jodi Zulueta envelops the beauty of paua shell within thick, structured wirework.
Single-Strand Necklace
Look out! Jodi Zulueta's "Soul Claimer" features stunning wirework and an eye that feels as though it's staring into the deepest depths of your soul.
Bib-Style Necklace
Jess Balazovich took inspiration from her love of all things malachite when creating this stunning monochromatic necklace.
Double-Strand Necklace
Jade Sergi's beautiful necklace, "Autumn Blossoms" is inspired by the intricate patterns of French beaded flowers.
Bracelet
Combine bezel setting and simple chainmaille to create a beautiful bracelet.
Bracelet
Let this butterfly wrap bracelet inspire your seed bead creations with its mesmerizing design. Butterfly motifs are always in demand and are a beautiful symbol of rebirth and spiritual growth.
Earrings
Silver and blue earrings evoke the bright skies of a summer day with a flash of iridescence.
Earrings
Celebrate your favorite fantasy rom-coms with this indubitably adorable pair of earrings.
Earrings
Strands of carnelian create the look of pollen-filled blooms in these earrings, especially paired with gold-tone flowers.
Earrings
Lengths of crystal chain in blues, silver and black form a stylish, futuristic pair of tassel earrings in this design.
Five-Piece Bracelet Set
Elevate your stacked bracelet creations with this design. Gemstones and bright gold-tone chain add a sophisticated look to any bracelet combo.
Five-Piece Bracelet Set
Different styles and weights of chain in matching shades of silver are perfect for stacking stylishly on the wrist.
Five-Piece Stretch Bracelet Set
Start a love affair with neon in these bracelets! Silver beads and a heart charm create stylish focals when this design is stacked.
Bracelet
Initial charms, sparkling faceted blue glass combined with cross and heart charms tell a story on this sterling silver charm bracelet.
Single-Strand Necklace
Give your customers a boost of confidence with the warm hues of this gorgeous gemstone necklace design.
Hair Accessory
Dance with Me™ flat-back crystals bring this stunning costume headpiece to life with brilliance and joy. You'll love how the crystals dance in the light.
Ring
This ring features a Crystal Passions® rhinestone that emanates brilliant flashes of purple, orange and pink.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Joy reigns supreme with a glittering pavé star drop embellished with turquoise color.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring set
Silvery pearls and gray crystals along wispy strands of wire cascade down into a glittering pavé heart around a tiny red heart drop.
Bib-Style Necklace
In Slavic mythology, heroes go in search of a fiery creature in order to take possession of his feather. The fiery radiance of Elena Landzberg's design captures the creature's essence.
Earrings
Love is in the air, and on the ears, when wearing sweetheart drop earrings with lovely blue crystal bead dangles.
Bracelet
Encompass the long-lasting memories of adventurous beach days with a sterling silver metal clay bracelet.
Hard Soldering Glossary
Talk the talk with these three charts all about the hard soldering jewelry-making technique. First learn about the materials used, then the necessary tools and finally a list of helpful terms.
Earrings
Copper, silver and gunmetal clash in a symphony of mixed metal with a touch of glass.
Hair Accessory
ParaWire™ and Dance with Me™ flat back crystals combine in a stunning display in this hairpiece. Re-create this design in any color combination to match any dress or costume.
Earrings
Rainbow obsidian wrapped in sterling silver wire adds a sleek, elegant look to any ensemble.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Inspired by a gecko sunbathing from dawn 'til dusk, Elaine Kolodziej created a stunning gemstone necklace complete with matching pavé reptiles.
Earrings
Easily re-create these stunning mahogany obsidian earrings and add them to your jewelry lines for lots of customer attention.
Home Decor
Using seed beads for scales and texture, Kathryn Ray's cotton-stuffed Snap Dragon plush is full of both character and charm.
Waistlet
Belt-loop jewelry is currently playing a key role in women's fashion. Use this design as inspiration for making your own for quick sales and lots of attention.
Bib-Style Necklace
Ekaterina Uskova's "Star Traveller" took inspiration from the beauty of the night sky and the mystery of galaxies we have yet to explore.
Single-Strand Necklace
Make custom pendants with Magic-Glos® top coat and gemstone chips. Then, wire wrap the pendant and add chain for a beautiful necklace.
Memory Wire Bracelet and Earring Set
Adorn yourself in beautiful affirmations with attractive pink glass beads, statement beads and an awareness ribbon.
Double-Strand Necklace
Designer Marilynn Ordonez sought to capture the beauty of springtime blooms in her garden with polymer clay in her contest-winning piece "Forever Spring".
Shoes
Get to steppin' in these glitzy heels adorned with the aptly named Dance With Me™ crystals.
Earrings
Floral earrings get an extra-blingy vibe when decked out with shimmering Dance With Me™ crystal rhinestones.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Celebrate your love of dance (or dressing up) with sweet wire-form designs adorned with Dance With Me™ rhinestones and sparkling chain.
Single-Strand Necklace
Embrace nature's bounty by pairing a cultured freshwater stick pearl and leather cord with beads in a rich, antique-brass color.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Create the look of luxury for less with strands of metallic and sparkling glass seed beads. Multi-strand pieces like this create a beautiful feeling of opulence.
Bib-Style Necklace
Admire the natural beauty of "Tiger's Eye" in this necklace that's sure to set your creative inspiration wild.
Waistlet
Delicate chain and champagne-colored Celestial Crystal® pearls combine in this waist jewelry. Pair it with swimwear, pantsuits, jeans and crop tops for a trendy statement.
Earrings
The vulnerability of the soft pink blush of a lover's rose is exposed in delicate pearl and heart earrings.
Earrings
Cloisonné bead caps are transformed into beautiful tassel earrings with the help of seed bead dangles in a rainbow finish.
Multi-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Celebrate spirituality with this chakra-inspired jewelry set with a beautiful patinaed tree-of-life pendant.
Bracelet
Macramé is back from the 1970's and dressed up with tassels, gemstones and flashy metallic beads.
Single-Strand Necklace
Deborah Glasser's "Frost on the Vines" took inspiration from a chilly day and the love of good wine. Intricate details throughout made this piece a top choice among contest judges.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Rose gold has always added a sense of wealth and sophistication, exemplified in this regal necklace and earrings set.
Earrings
Give your jewelry lines an energy boost with these colorful coffee bean earrings.
Collar-Style Necklace
Gay Isber McMillan's spectacular necklace is fit for a "Barbie Princess" with its sparkling crystals, fun shapes and brilliant pink palette.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Combining the elegance of black onyx, the sparkle of Crystal Passions® and the brilliance of cubic zirconia, this necklace and earrings set strikes the perfect balance between drama and delicacy. With its blend of sweetness and sophistication, it's the ideal accessory for a day at the office or a night on the town.