Fairycore Jewelry
Come away with the fairies and explore the whimsical, magical realm that is the Fairycore aesthetic. Learn how to achieve this look through fashion, home décor and of course, jewelry.
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Shamballa Bracelets
Shamballa bracelets are a perfectly balanced jewelry project. All you need are beads, cord and a bit of knotwork knowledge. Read on to learn how!
Geek Chic Jewelry: Part 6 - Cosplay Jewelry
Cosplay jewelry helps fans embody favorite characters from pop culture. Learn more about creating these popular jewelry and accessories to wear or sell.
Renaissance and Baroque-Style Jewelry
Let the colors and rich, luxurious aesthetics of the Renaissance and Baroque periods inspire your next jewelry creations.
DIY Wedding Jewelry and Décor
Smaller weddings mean more time and resources for big details. Explore design ideas you can use to create meaningful wedding décor and jewelry.
Tassel and Pom-Pom Jewelry
Pom-poms and tassels are a fun fashion trend that just keeps going. Let this article inspire you to design your own pom-pom and tassel jewelry.
Animal Symbolism: Creating Totem Jewelry
What's your spirit animal? Use this informative guide to help you and your customers add meaningful animal totem symbols to jewelry designs.
The Timeless Appeal of the Goth Trend in Jewelry
The goth trend in jewelry has remained a fascinating and enduring subculture since its inception in the 1970s. Learn about this fashion movement to design jewelry that captivates individuals of all ages.
Make Boot Bling Jewelry
Add a touch of flair to any pair of boots by crafting anklet-inspired bootlets.
How (and Why) to Make a Christmas Spider
Uncover the intriguing backstory of the Christmas spider and learn to craft your own spider ornament in this enlightening article.
Multi-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Craft a whimsical necklace and earrings set with White Lotus™ freshwater pearls in shimmering shades of white, silvery gray and mauve. The interplay of varied sizes and shapes among the pearls amplifies the charm of this playful and sweet jewelry ensemble.
Chandelier Earrings
For a touch of drama, craft bold chandelier earrings. The sway of dangling pendants catching the light will set off any look to perfection.
Negative Space in Jewelry Design
Incorporating negative space into your jewelry designs adds a distinctive touch that will set your creative efforts apart. This article explains how.
Earrings
Shimmering droplets of ocean spray cascade from these elegant earrings, complemented by the gleam of silver. The chic interplay of cool tones captivates with subtle twinkles.
Collar-Style Necklace
Madlen Zhorzholiani's "Sun in the Sea" necklace takes you on an under-the-sea adventure. The captivating interplay of colors is surpassed only by the intricacy of the beadwork.
Bracelet
Add warmth to rainbow fluorite's cool blues and greens with antique copper-plated beads in a graceful flower shape. The mix of round and faceted fluorite beads adds a distinct touch to this elegant bracelet.
Double-Strand Necklace
Get inspired to add a touch of realism to your jewelry designs with this gorgeous seed-beaded butterfly necklace.
"Butterfly Explosion" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
Crafted with precision using seed beads, "Butterfly Explosion" vividly captures the delicate beauty of butterflies in flight. The mosaic's detailed design and vibrant colors showcase the artist's exceptional skill and creativity, making it a standout piece.
Single-Strand Necklace
This abstract pendant is complex and simple, elegant and raw, gritty and refined. With its dark cord, this edgy necklace is perfect for the spirit of a new generation.
Single-Strand Necklace
The red tones of this pendant's copper wire wrapping enhance the beauty of the green focal stone; its freeform design complements the asymmetry of the stone.
Single-Strand Necklace
With a sultry golden radiance reminiscent of a volcanic hot spring, this necklace emanates avant-garde allure and embodies original style.
Two-Piece Necklace and Earring Set
Crafted with meticulous detail, this captivating necklace and earring set features a silver-finished steel charm in the shape of a heart with a cutout design, complemented by a smaller single-sided heart charm in gold-finished steel. The set is elegantly accented with a silver-plated brass curb chain and gold-plated brass ear wires designed as round hoops adorned with open hearts.
Bib-Style Necklace
Jennifer Stephens' "Pacific Tidepool" necklace blends various bead sizes and textures, capturing the essence of tidepools while exuding avant-garde beauty and balance.
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.
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