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2011 Spring and Summer Wedding Trends

The 2011 wedding trends are full of flirtatious, feminine energy. Dresses feature layers of tulle over other fabrics, creating a softer look and toning down the luster of glossy materials such as satin and silk. Dresses with one-shoulder necklines and shorter lengths are hot, especially when combined with wrapped styles and origami details. Fabrics with […]

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Design by the Seasons

After September 23, autumn will be officially upon us. The days will begin to grow shorter and the leaves on the trees will start to turn. For some, autumn itself is an inspirational color palette. Others are already thinking ahead to the crisp shades of winter or the soft tones of spring. If you’d like […]

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Breast Cancer Awareness Shoe Charms

Whether you want to decorate your shoes for a breast cancer awareness walk or create an embellishment to wear on your favorite pair of tennis shoes, these shoe charms are a great way to show support for those fighting breast cancer. These charms could also be used as zipper pulls or keychain dangles. For other […]

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How to Make a Wrapped Loop – It’s Easy, Right?

The words wrapped loop sound like a simple two-step process. Step one: form a loop with some wire. Step two: wrap the end of the wire around the bottom of that loop. Piece of cake. Piece of cake. That’s what I thought just before I started my first jewelry project. After all, I’d already tried […]

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Layering Pendants

Layering to create pendants can be fun for both beginners and advance jewelry designers, and the results look fabulous! To create a layered pendant, the first thing to do is brainstorm. What do you want the pendant to look like? Is it going to be bright and colorful or monochromatic? How much detail do you […]

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Ideas for Fall

Occasional bits of cool weather are hinting at the changing of the seasons. Soon, fall will be upon us. Get ready for fall fashion by taking a peak at two fall trends for this year: Metropolitan Mystery and Modern Victoria. Designers at Artbeads.com have already had time to play with these trends, creating two necklaces […]

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New Ribbon Bezel Settings

If you’re looking for a new way to play with stones and cabochons, ribbon bezels are a beautiful option. These decorative pieces of wire allow you to create settings with a touch of class and detail. The ends can be soldered together or wire wrapped together to form the settings. Try reading through the new […]

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New Swarovski Instruction Guides

Swarovski Elements has created new summer-themed instruction guides with tips and techniques to help you as you incorporate Swarovski Crystal into your designs. Entitled Summer Holidays, these guides come complete with detailed illustrations and gorgeous images to help you develop beading techniques that will give your designs a professional and unique touch. If you like […]

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Blue Forest Bracelet

The Blue Forest Bracelet is all about color and sparkle. Inspired from images of floating mountains, brilliantly green forests and blue waters, this design uses crystal and glass beads that catch the light. The fluid lines of this bracelet create a sparkling ode to the beauty one finds in nature.You can create an exact replica […]

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2010 Homecoming Trends

Whether you’re just starting to look for a dress or planning the perfect fashion accessory, 2010 Homecoming Trends is a helpful resource to guide you on your way. You’ll find information on the newest fashion, as well as suggested products to inspire your imagination as you design. The fall homecoming trends for 2010 celebrate red […]

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