You know what we miss? Parties! And friends... And making jewelry with friends... But we are not letting COVID get us down. We have found ways to celebrate and enjoy hobby/crafts with friends, even as we stay socially distant. We are holding beading parties and inviting our friends and community members to join us. Galentine's Day is almost here. Join us for a beading party. Make a friends…
Pantone's Color of the Year is here! This time, we get two colors that pair well together - Ultimate Gray and Illuminating (yellow). This is not the first time Pantone has chosen two colors to represent the mood. 2016 was Serenity and Rose Quartz. But this pairing certainly is curious. The stark conformity of solemn gray is accented by the lively and jubilant yellow. It is truly a window into o…
Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Stay safe at home and give your sweetheart a hand crafted gift they will love. Tell your true love that we are in this together! We have some flirty jewelry making ideas for you. These darling beading projects are super simple to make and your beloved will adore them. Let's sling Cupid's arrows and celebrate a day of secret admirers and choco…
Two DIY Necklaces Using Silver & Gold Beads, Onyx & Murano GlassIn this episode of Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, I share two silver & gold necklace ideas to start the New Year in sparkles! Learn to string a beaded necklace with Soft Flex beading wire and securely crimp it closed with high quality Soft Flex crimp tubes and crimping pliers. Then, I followe…