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We all love using gemstone beads and pendants in our jewelry, but you might be wondering how to create different styles with gemstones. They are a well-known element in earthy jewelry, but what other styles can you make with them? Cynthia and Cheri explore several different gemstone jewelry styles in our latest Artbeads Cafe episode. […]
Explore the power of color and how they can affect our thoughts and emotions through Swarovski’s Psychology of Colors program. This month’s focus is on Peridot, an energetic and cheerful green that evokes the spirit of nature. In line with design’s focus on sustainability and nature, green hues are highly sought after. This is also […]
Chain is a jewelry-making essential, but sometimes you might be stumped as to how to use it in your next design. Our latest Artbeads Cafe episode is serving up seven ways to use all kinds of chain in your jewelry projects, from draping it in your chandelier earrings to using it to finish beaded strands […]
Have you heard of International Beading Week? This week is sponsored by The Beadworkers Guild and is a worldwide event that celebrates our passion for beads and encourages the wider public to participate in beading. This year, International Beading Week runs from July 27th to August 4th. You can learn more about this special week […]
Jewelry links are used to add length in jewelry designs, create multiple strands, and more. In the latest episode of the Artbeads Cafe, Cynthia and Cheri are sharing different ways to use links in your projects. Make sure to watch the episode to discover 5 unique ways to showcase links in your style and then […]
It’s never too early to start planning for the holidays! We might be in the middle of summer, but Christmas will creep up sooner than you think and we want you to be prepared. Our designer Cheri Carlson whipped up some super adorable Christmas jewelry-making kits that you can see in our latest Artbeads Cafe […]
This week on the Artbeads Cafe, you’ll find jewelry inspiration for working with patina items – from beautiful turquoise patina components to more natural antique patinas. You’ll even see how to make your own patinas with Vintaj Patina paints for metal. Watch the video below and then read on to find out how you can […]
Brick stitch is one of our favorite bead weaving techniques and we’ve got a great Artbeads Cafe episode all about the ins and outs of brick stitch! With this episode, you’ll see how to start the stitch with a ladder stitch, how to increase and decrease the stitch, and even how to move your thread […]
Multi-strand jewelry makes for a stunning accent to any style, whether you’re going for a relaxed boho look or an elegant statement piece. In our latest Artbeads Cafe episode, Cynthia and Cheri share multi-strand inspiration and provide some tips for making your own multi-strand jewelry. You can win your own beads, clasps, and jewelry wire […]
We’ve all been there. You’ve whipped out piece after piece of fabulous jewelry and then all of a sudden…you’re stuck. The creative ideas won’t come and all you’ve done for the past hour is push beads around the bead mat, hoping for inspiration to strike! When making jewelry, how can you keep the creativity flowing […]