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Jennifer Stephens' "Pacific Tidepool" necklace blends various bead sizes and textures, capturing the essence of tidepools while exuding avant-garde beauty and balance.
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Bib-Style Necklace
Irina Oleinik's "Dragon" necklace was a finalist in our 2023 Jewelry-Making Contest. This masterpiece of seed beading is destined to make a dramatic entrance!
Pearls in Men's Jewelry
One of the most surprising trends to take men's fashion by storm in recent years is pearl jewelry. Read on to learn stylish ways to create stylish pearl designs for the men in your life.
Earrings
At first glance, these earrings look like coral in their gold-toned settings. Surprise! They’re actually lightweight cheesewood dyed a lovely light orange.
Get Cozy with Knit Polymer Clay
Take your polymer clay skills to cozy new levels with this knit trend. Learn how to incorporate knit clay techniques into your jewelry lines and more with this article.
Shedding Light on the Story of Hanukkah
Discover the rich traditions of Hanukkah and gain the insights you need to create stunning Hanukkah jewelry designs.
The History of Sámi Jewelry
The Sámi are Native Europeans with over 400 years in creative experience. Read on to learn how to create jewelry inspired by this rich culture.
Japandi Trend
Explore the union of function, minimalism and Scandinavian "hygge" through the world of Japandi design.
Wedding Day Traditions
Uncover the tradition of 'old, new, borrowed, and blue' in bridal jewelry. Drive business growth by incorporating these symbolic elements.
Floating Lockets
Fill glass lockets with special beads, charms and more for highly customizable jewelry.
Incredible Inedibles: Mini Polymer Clay Food
Feast your eyes on the "Incredible Inedible" trend where mini polymer clay food takes center stage in jewelry designs—fun, quirky and absolutely adorable! Just don't eat it.
Shape Symbolism in Jewelry
Learn how you can choose shapes to add specific meanings to your jewelry.
Locked Up: How Lock and Key Jewelry is Sweeping the Fashion Stage
Locks and keys carry an innate sense of mystery and symbolism. Discover the many ways in which locks and keys continue to take the jewelry world by storm.
Single-Strand Necklace
Revitalize your style with this exquisite silver-plated brass necklace featuring a rolo chain and a stunning focal point—an open rounded rectangle encrusted with clear cubic zirconia—for a touch of timeless elegance.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
This necklace and earring set, as cool and refreshing as an ocean breeze, features Crystal Passions® and amazonite beads. The necklace, with its distinct square drape, is perfectly complemented by a sky blue leather cord, harmonizing with the tranquil hues of the amazonite.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
A square drape sets this aquamarine and blue aventurine set apart, with gold accents adding a touch of shimmer to its misty hues.
Earrings
Add a splash of drama with these sparkling earrings. The elongated shape of the earwires lends an element of elegance to the design.
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.
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.
Global Chic: Boho Polymer Clay Jewelry
Learn how to use polymer clay to create offbeat boho jewelry designs.
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.
Princesscore Jewelry
It's time to channel your inner royalty with princesscore, a pretty fairytale-inspired trend that feels magical.
Best Foot Forward
Put your best foot forward with fun anklets, be they single or stacked. Learn more about this hot trend and how you can incorporate it into your summer look.
Geek-Chic Jewelry: Part 4 - Anime
Are you an otaku or a weeb? Do you love making jewelry that makes people say "oh, sugoi desu!"? Then the anime trend is for you!
Beaded Tassel Jewelry
Tassels have been incredibly popular on runways and in modern street fashion. Read on to learn how adding beads has transformed this trend into something entirely new.
Pair Wedding Jewelry to the Dress
Congratulations, you found the dress of your dreams! Now it's time to accessorize. Not sure where to start? This guide is here to help you look your absolute bridal best.
5 Tips for Creating a Layered Look with Chain
Whether your brand aesthetic is Less is more or Less is a bore, the layered necklace trend is one your customers can express with your jewelry designs.
The Eras of Jewelry
Explore the differences between Victorian jewelry and Art Deco, Modern and Art Nouveau. Set the way-back-machine, because we're traveling through time for this one.
Animal Print - A Fashion Attraction
Animal print is one of the most enduring patterns of all time. Explore their history and how to incorporate them into your jewelry designs.
Sugar Rush: Sweet Jewelry Treats
Get ready for a sugar rush of inspiration from the world of candies and desserts! Indulge your creative sweet tooth with this appetizing article highlighting sweet-themed jewelry designs.
Western Jewelry
Whether city slickers or local yokels, the fashion world is calling designers out at high noon. Will you say howdy to Western trends?
Wedding Guest Jewelry Etiquette
You're invited to their big day but unsure what is appropriate attire. Our guide illustrates the jewelry related DOs and DON'Ts of wedding guest decorum.
PANTONE® 2026 Color of the Year: Cloud Dancer
Discover how PANTONE® 11-4201 Cloud Dancer—the serene, airy white chosen as the 2026 Color of the Year—inspires jewelry designs with clarity, calm and limitless creative possibility.
Tropical Weddings
Tropical-themed weddings are a perfect way to create a special day that feels like a vacation for you and your guests.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Halo Effect
The halo jewelry trend is ringing all kinds of style bells. Learn how to incorporate halo elements into your designs.
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.
The Meaning of Butterflies
Let your style take flight with butterfly jewelry. Butterflies make wonderful additions to designs and represent happiness, beauty and transformation.
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.
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.
Pearlcore - Pearls Refreshed
Discover the enchanting allure of Pearlcore: where nostalgia meets modernity in a luminous dance of timeless elegance.
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?
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.
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.
Earrings
Create elegant fall earrings with Celestial Crystal® beads for a subtle charm and feminine allure for any outfit.
Nailing the Nail Art Trend
Nail art is more popular than ever. Create amazing nail art using Crystal Passions® crystal flat back stones, rhinestones, seed beads and more.
Earrings
Decorate your lobes and your upper ears in style with these trendy small hoop earrings. The connecting chain adds a playful touch and creates fun movement.
Aromatherapy Jewelry
Learn how to incorporate the soothing aroma of essential oils into your jewelry designs.
Bracelet and Earring Set
This striking, sophisticated bracelet and earring set showcases floral-embossed brass with a petite floral pattern. The addition of lustrous seed beads in midnight hues of blue and amethyst brings a rich and alluring touch to this dramatic ensemble.
Earrings
Adorn your ears with the exquisite beauty of these delicate dangle earrings, featuring multi-gemstone beads and delicate gold-plated accents for a touch of elegance and sophistication.
Southwest Native American Jewelry After the 19th Century
Each native tribe of the Southwestern United States has their own distinctive jewelry style. Here are four of the most prevalent from the 19th century onwards.
Earrings
The Preciosa Czech crystal beads in these earrings sparkle in candlelight, beautifully capturing the essence of Hanukkah's celebration of light.
Skirt
Golden steeds gallop for beautiful rhinestone embellishments in this dress with an elegant Western feeling.
Skirt
This skirt pops with abstract flowers, forming beautiful swirls around eye-catching bursts of twinkling rhinestones.
Turquoise: Then and Now
What do the ancient Egyptians, Native Americans, 1970's celebrities and people today all have in common? A love of turquoise! Explore this gemstone's popularity throughout history.
An Ocean of Style
Dive into ocean-themed jewelry trends featuring mermaids, sea-life motifs and breezy coastal styles.
Versatile Wood Jewelry
Wooden jewelry has once again been on the rise. Find inspiration for your own nature-inspired designs in this article.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
This contemporary necklace and earring set combines the classic charm of roses and crystals with a modern twist of turquoise and black.
Asymmetrical Earrings
Matching doesn't have to mean each piece in the set is the same. Read this article and learn how to create a bold and fashion-forward look by harnessing the power of asymmetry.
Multi-Strand Bracelet
Step out in style with this multi-gemstone bracelet featuring Celestial Crystal® beads and gold-plated accents.
Earrings
Adorn yourself with elegance in these stunning multi-gemstone dangle earrings, featuring a graceful gradual cascade of colorful beads with exquisite gold-plated accents.
Earrings
Pink and gold dazzle together in an earring design featuring Sculpey® PREMO clays and gold leaf sheet. Wire twists form breast cancer ribbon symbols.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Transform your style with our mesmerizing necklace and earring set showcasing Preciosa Czech crystals in light sapphire, sapphire, and cobalt blue, beautifully paired with a fashionable paperclip chain and gold-finished brass accents.
Fun, Festive and Easy Holiday Earrings
Celebrate the Christmas spirit in style with this merry collection of holiday earring designs. Use these sparkling ideas for sales, accessorizing and gifts.
"Barely There" Jewelry Chain
Less is more with the barely there jewelry trend, featuring petite chain. See the minimalist trend that's taking the jewelry world by storm.
Triple-Strand Necklace
Turn heads with this stunning necklace featuring a Crystal Passions® amethyst drop, an emerald Chaton, and a mix of amethyst and emerald beads on a delicate gold-finished chain.
Is Someone Giving You the ''Evil Eye''?
Wear the Hand of Fatima a palm-shaped amulet that is commonly depicted as either an open right hand or a hand with 2 symmetrical thumbs.
Triple-Strand Bracelet and Earring Set
Elegant jasper and silk stone beads are paired with antique silver-plated brass in this alluring necklace and earring set. The delicate filigree adorning the flower focals adds a touch of timeless femininity to the overall design.
Triple-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Make a bold statement with this stunning necklace and earring set that exudes earthy elegance. This showstopper features beads of dyed African "turquoise," antiqued copper and faceted red jasper, creating a truly captivating ensemble.
Collar-Style Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Set
Designer Florewela Dela Cruz Cornelis imagined seeing this set head Down the Aisle and we can't help but want to see that, too.
Ornament
Craft an enduring vision of loveliness that will captivate generations to come with this radiant snowflake ornament, adorned with lustrous green beads and sparkling crystals.
Single-Strand Necklace
Craft this simple and charming cross necklace, showcasing gleaming stainless steel and a sleek, masculine design.
Earrings
For a truly festive touch, craft charming Christmas earrings featuring a gold-finished pewter and enamel Christmas sleigh.
Earrings
Understated modern flair comes to life with these silver- and gold-toned earrings. Featuring Crystal Passions® vintage gold pearl beads and faceted crystals, this pair is perfect for any occasion.
Earrings
Faceted cone beads give the popular Christmas tree earring design a sleek, modern look.
Bookmark
Create this enchanting bookmark featuring two hearts embellished with Crystal Passions® rhinestones. A flowering vine winds its way down the double-sided base.
Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
The cultured freshwater pearls and shimmering crystals in this set frame small pops of color, making this design as versatile as it is stunning.
Earring
Radiating a golden luminosity, cultured freshwater pearls take center stage, gracefully paired with the luster of gold-plated brass beads in these enchanting earrings.
Earrings
Crafted with captivating shimmer, these exquisite earrings boast an elegant teardrop shape enhanced by the brilliance of Crystal Passions® light rose and amethyst faceted beads.
Earrings
With icy whites and greens as cool as frost, these cultured pearl and natural green aventurine earrings make a striking and contemporary statement.
Bangle Bracelet
This sterling silver bangle holds the key to your heart. Adorned with sterling silver charms and a glistening droplet of alexandrite purple cubic zirconia, this adjustable bracelet is destined to captivate and charm.
Bangle Bracelet
Craft this sterling silver adjustable bracelet featuring dangling Crystal Passions® beads in shades of emerald and fuchsia. An antique sterling silver angel charm completes this winsome jewelry piece.
Bangle Bracelet
Create something vibrant and special with this sweet and romantic bracelet. Adorned with sparkling hearts and red Crystal Passions® bicone beads, this adjustable bracelet is certain to delight.
Earrings
Dazzle with sparkling faceted stones of graduated sizes in these chic earrings. The deep color of the stones is complemented by a piquant star twinkling at the bottom of the earring.
Men's Jewelry: Defining a Sense of Style
Explore this selection of techniques and materials to help you design wow-worthy complements to modern menswear.
Stacked Bracelets
Stacked bracelets continue to rise in popularity. Read on to learn how to create and style this versatile look.
Ornament
Transform your holiday décor with a touch of wild elegance as you adorn your space with a meticulously handcrafted spider ornament, an exquisite nod to the tradition of the Christmas spider.
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