Lark Books has a delicious collection called the 500 series. These splendid gallery books are loaded with professional photos of jewelry and other art mediums. Margie Deeb had the opportunity to interview senior editor and juror of Showcase 500 Beaded Jewelry, Ray Hemachandra. Ray discussed his thoughts on being a juror, the evolution of the beading community, and the importanc…
Have you used our premium beading wire?
Soft Touch has the strength of steel and the grace of silk. Soft Touch is perfect for any jewelry that demands the finest drape. Whether you are stringing the smallest seed beads or the chunkiest Chrysoprase, your jewelry will feel like it is strung on thread. Let's take a look at some of the wonderful designs you can make with this…
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Halloween is just around the corner. It is time to get your jewelry projects finished! We have a spook-tacular mix of wire wrapping ideas for this ghoulish holiday. We have some easy projects for the beginner and some deep dive videos in wire wrapped jewelry for those with some experience under their witches hat. Check out this fun mix of haunting jewelry designs!…
We have had a super fantastic fun week of
jewelry making frights. If you need some Halloween ideas, boy do we have some incredible ones! We have a spooky spider that can be used for nearly any costume. We have earrings and bracelets that are as elegant as they are seasonal. And we even have a delicious SilverSilk necklace.You are going to love this week in review if…
Color queens Margie Deeb and Beverly Ash Gilbert answer a single question about bead color. Asked how they work with a bead that does not match the color palette of the jewelry they intend to make, both ladies offer different and insightful answers. Working outside your comfort zone can put you into a unique creative phase. What seems like an artistic limitation can end up streng…
Black Magic Trios are cursed with creative energy. This bedeviled pack of beading wire will cause your artistic side to stir. You will devise splendid and sinister jewelry. Every eye that fancies your finished jewelry will follow you. Heads will turn as you walk by with your haunting Halloween jewelry. Be bold. Unleash your innovative jewelry making ideas. Black Magic Trios will…