TGBE French Garden Inspiration & Colorful Spring Jewelry Projects

TGBE French Garden Inspiration & Colorful Spring Jewelry Projects

We had a ton of fun this week! The Great Bead Extravaganza returned for Spring Fling 2025. We opened the kit we created for this event, our TGBE French Garden Design Kit (Sold Out). The TGBE community and our friends in our VIB group always elevate us and inspire us to master new techniques and try new crafts. Kristen created beaded flowers for this event, she was motivated to make this project af…
Marilyn Monroe STYLE Made Easy (Wonderful DIY Jewelry Making Ideas)

Marilyn Monroe STYLE Made Easy (Wonderful DIY Jewelry Making Ideas)

“I just want to be wonderful." ~ Marilyn Monroe. We think Marilyn elevated our world in her short stay here. She blazed a trail for equal rights and empowerment. She stood her ground and smashed barriers. And she looked absolutely amazing doing it. Her iconic performance in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes is unrivaled. We created a set of beading supplies that was an homage to her style and gr…
ELEGANT Kumihimo & Double Rainbow Jewelry Projects That Are Perfect Spring Accessories

ELEGANT Kumihimo & Double Rainbow Jewelry Projects That Are Perfect Spring Accessories

Learn how to use a kumihimo disc with Kristen! You will not believe how easy it is to master this ancient form of braiding. You can make beaded cord with this technique that will enhance your handmade jewelry. Your designs will look extraordinary! Pair the braided cord and make a mixed media design or make an incredible bracelet with that will look stunning with your spring wardrobe. Join our Bead…
The Great Bead Extravaganza, Mocha Mousse Jewelry Making & More!

The Great Bead Extravaganza, Mocha Mousse Jewelry Making & More!

The Great Bead Extravaganza returned like a mighty winter storm. The presenters brought high energy, a blast of creativity, and an avalanche of fun! TGBE is the world's first and largest online bead show. The exhibitors show off the products you will find at their stores. They give a free jewelry making class and often give out spontaneous or pre-planned giveaways. If you are live, you are sur…
Fall Fashion With Badlands Inspired Beaded Jewelry Designs

Fall Fashion With Badlands Inspired Beaded Jewelry Designs

The holiday season is here. This is a great time to think about handmade gifts and decorations. We can show you how to make DIY jewelry that is gallery quality. You are going to want to update your fall fashion with our Badlands jewelry making kit. Your loved ones will think you broke your wallet with a gorgeous necklace (that only cost a couple dollars and minutes to put togethe…
6 Great Bead Extravaganza Videos Featuring Soft Flex Products - Fall Fest 2024

6 Great Bead Extravaganza Videos Featuring Soft Flex Products - Fall Fest 2024

Did you catch the latest  Great Bead Extravaganza bead show? Fall Fest 2024, was a wonderful weekend of jewelry making videos. If visiting a bead show in person is not an option, TGBE is the best way to experience a virtual bead show! Today, we are looking at presenters that worked with Soft Flex Craft Wire or Beading Wire. We wanted to see what these designers made with our wire. We wer…