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New Simple Loop Handy Tip Video

Simple loops are one of the most basic wire-working techniques. Whether you’re using head pins, eye pins or sterling silver wire, learning this technique will help you easily create dangles and links in your jewelry designs. Every beginning beader should learn this essential skill, so we’ve created this Handy Tip video to teach you several […]

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Getting Started

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 […]

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View Your Favorite SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Items in 3D!

Very soon, you’ll be able to view some of your favorite Swarovski ELEMENTS items in 3D. Browsing the Swarovski ELEMENTS section on the Artbeads.com website will soon become a much more interactive experience thanks to a new Flash video feature that will allow you to see items in 3D. Rotating the item a full 360°, […]

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Color Palettes

It’s easy to select a few favorite colors and constantly buy beads to match, but if you find yourself with an overabundance of red, consider checking out our color palette suggestions to get you thinking in a new way. These color palettes show you a variety of fun and complementary color combinations that will give […]

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Buy a Bead, Save a Tree!

Artbeads.com continuously strives to make a difference in our world, and you can help us make a difference simply by purchasing the jewelry and craft supplies you already use every day. For every dollar spent during our Earth Day campaign, Artbeads.com will make a donation to Conservation International to protect 25 square feet of tropical […]

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Swarovski Design Guide–Lollipop Necklace & Earrings

This necklace is full of the joy of summertime. Perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to any outfit, it features small dangles that look like tiny lollipops. Whether you’re looking to create a fun piece for a young girl or just want to remember the carefree days of summer vacation, this necklace is the […]

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Help has arrived for marketing your jewelry business.

Have you turned your passion for jewelry making into a money-making business? Would you like to? It seems that more and more of our customers are doing just that and many in fact have been doing it for years. The beginning of a new year is always a great time to think about starting a […]

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