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Swarovski Ideas for Mother’s Day

Believe it or not, Mother’s Day is only a month away! As you begin planning a pleasant surprise for the mothers in your life (or deciding what you want for yourself), you might want to take a look at these instruction guides from Swarovski. These guides offer step by step instructions showing how to use […]

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Seed Bead Necklace Designs from Artbeads Customer Betty

With intricate patterns and impressive silhouettes, seed bead jewelry designs are more than stylish accessories, they are works of art! Today I’m delighted to share some stunning seed bead creations with you from Artbeads customer, Betty! Betty created these necklaces using TOHO™ 8/0 Seed Beads and Miyuki 11/0 Delicas. For the centerpieces she used a […]

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Swarovski Make and Take Projects Now in the Learning Center

Last week, Swarovski hosted the first ever Sparkling Make and Take projects at the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show. These projects were a major success and Artbeads.com was proud to sponsor this exciting debut! Despite an astonishing cold front (Tucson had its lowest temperatures in over 100 years last week), the class was held in […]

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Inspiring Designs from the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show

In addition to heaps of beads and jewelry components, the Artbeads team got to see some amazing finished pieces at the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show. Here are a few favorites! This beautiful necklace created by Artbeads Design Partner, Linda Roberts and showcases a handmade Bulgarian Stoneware Pendant. The lovely turquoise leather cuff is from […]

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Preparing for Thanksgiving and Fall

My grandmother and aunt are always wearing something fun and unique when they show up at our house for Thanksgiving dinner. I love asking them about where they found their newest piece of jewelry, and if there is a story behind it’s creation. Since all of us like jewelry so much, last year the women […]

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Wherever You Go Necklace

Show your support for changes in the lives of your loved ones with the Wherever You Go necklace and they’re sure to think of you whenever they wear this sentimental beauty. It would make the perfect gift for a graduate or anyone embarking on a new journey in their life. The quote in the center […]

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