Blog for Beaders

Take the time to browse through our large selection of Nunn Design™ items. Each component is a great way to explore your creativity and display your own handcrafted elements. Whether you use these fun pendants to display your treasures or create unique layered looks with the transfer sheets, you’ll love the versatility of these items! We’ve just added a variety of new tags, transfer sheets and sealants to this growing line!

Many of these items are currently 20% off during our Copper Craze Sale! Shop today and save 20% on all copper and copper-colored items. Enter coupon code ZZW20P-CTT at checkout! Hurry, sale ends at 9am (PT) on Thursday, July 22, 2010.

Design Ideas
We also had a fun Mommy & Me jewelry design party with these products. Below you can view a few of our creations. Visit our Learning Center to see even more ideas and view complete product lists as well as step-by-step instructions on how to make these designs.

Urban Poppy

Sweet Popsicle Necklace

Anemone Necklace

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Save 20% on genuine turquoise and turquoise-colored materials during our Turquoise Sale. Shop a gorgeous selection of turquoise gemstone strands and jewelry components in this popular color that is perfect for creating fashionable jewelry designs. Enter coupon code ZZW20P-CTT at checkout to take advantage of these savings. Hurry! This sale ends at 9am (PT) on Thursday, July 22, 2010.

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Copper is on sale just in time for summer! For one week only, save 20% on copper and copper-colored items during the Copper Craze Sale! From clasps and beads to links and chain, this sale is the perfect way to add warm tones to your jewelry designs. Take advantage of these discounts by entering coupon code ZZW20P-CTT at checkout. Shop now! This sale ends at 9am (PT) on Thursday, July 22, 2010.

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While we constantly try to provide you with the most high-quality, appealing jewelry supplies, it’s impossible for us to know exactly how you, our customer, feels about our products unless you tell us! Do you have a favorite product, or were you disappointed by an item? Then write a review. It’s easy and only takes a few minutes. Plus, you can even link back to your Etsy shop, website or blog to show the component within a finished piece. Join the fun and become part of a community who share their opinions. Simply find the product and click on the write a review link. You can be as detailed as you wish.

With your feedback, we can continue to provide the jewelry supplies that you want and need! For more information about writing a product review, visit our FAQ section.

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Beginning jewelry making can be overwhelming. With all of the different techniques, tools and designs it may be difficult to know where to start. For this reason, we’ve created a Getting Started section in our Learning Center. There you’ll find sections dedicated to informing you about the best tools for beginners and teaching you the techniques you’ll need to learn to create different styles of necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Your new knowledge will make it easier to plan for each piece that you create. Once you’ve mastered the basics, you can move on to more challenging projects.After you’ve browsed through this informative section and feel comfortable, you can check out the hundreds of jewelry design ideas in our Learning Center and get started creating your own fabulous pieces.

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For only 48 hours, shop our Learning Center Sale and save 15% on every item used in the more than 700 ideas in our Learning Center. Browse through our jewelry and craft ideas, select your favorite and save 15% on every item used in that design. You’ll find more than 3,900 sale items to choose from. Enter ZZW15P-GCS at checkout to save. Hurry! This sale ends at 9am (PT) on Thursday, July 15, 2010.

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There are only nine days left to enter for your chance to win one of seven Artbeads.com gift cards as part of the World’s Greatest Bead Sweepstakes. Vote for your favorite bead category, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win a $100 Artbeads.com gift card. When you enter The World’s Greatest Bead Sweepstakes, you’ll have the opportunity to let us know why you prefer Swarovski crystals over sterling silver or pearls over glass beads. Your responses may be posted on our Facebook page. One grand prize winner will receive a $100 gift card, two 2nd place winners will receive a $50 gift card and four 3rd place winners will receive a $25 gift card. You must vote by 9am (PT) on July 22 to be entered for your chance to win. This sweepstakes is open to all United States and Canadian residents (excluding Quebec) over the age of 18.

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Classic styles take a modern twist in the latest bridal trends for 2010 and 2011. Elegance and class combine with more avant-garde elements to create fascinating looks that are sure to make your special day even more memorable. The latest bridal collection from the always ethereal Vera Wang features black accents such as bows and straps in a style that is reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn’s black lace wedding gown in Sabrina.
To accent your gown, jewelry follows the same dramatic elegance. Classic pearl necklaces and crystal chokers are contrasted by antique floral pendants and metallic embellishments. Pewter, rhodium, silver and gold accents are sure to add a glamorous touch to any gown. Bright colors have been replaced with more neutral shades. White, black, bronze and other metallic colors will add to the beauty of your wedding and ensure that all eyes are on you! We’ve created a few dramatic pieces sure to inspire your wedding designs.

Sabrina Necklace

Inspired by the black and white lace wedding gown Audrey Hepburn wore in the movie Sabrina, this dramatic necklace combines the classic elegance of a pearl necklace with stark black contrast beads. Whether you want to complement black accents on your dress, or are looking to make a dramatic statement, this necklace is ideal for your special day.

Vintage Beauty Necklace

You’ll feel like you’ve stepped out of your favorite classic 1950s film when you put on this necklace with its antique brass focal pieces. Its elegance and classic styling make it a great accessory to any vintage-inspired wedding gown.

Stardust Memories Necklace

When it comes to your wedding day, you want to make a statement with your jewelry without worrying about detracting from your dress. This necklace accomplishes both of those goals with its swirls and sparkles in a neutral color palette. For a complementary bracelet design, see the Diamond Dance design.

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Save up to 32% on more than 100 new items during our Swarovski Spectacular Sale! You’ll find an amazing selection of brand new Swarovski crystal and ceramic products. Browse pendants, flatbacks, beads and other components to create innovative jewelry designs. Shop now to take advantage of these fantastic savings. This sale ends at 9am (PT) on Tuesday, July 13, 2010.

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Shop our wide selection of clasps and glass and save 15% during our Glass and Clasps Sale. With a selection that ranges from focal pieces like ornate metal toggles and Venetian glass beads to staples like gold-filled trigger clasps and seed beads, this sale is worth exploring! Enter coupon code ZZW15P-GCS at checkout to take advantage of these savings. The sale ends at 9am (PT) on Thursday, July 15, 2010.

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