Do Crescent beads look inviting or intimidating? Try this complementary earring tutorial to see how easy it is to add another pair of earrings for your summer outings. I’ve been creating designs with Crescent beads for awhile. Every time it (more…)
The most wonderful thing about FreeForm Peyote – there are no rules! Select any beads you like without questioning their size or measuring them. Mix up the colors and you are ready to go. This ring was created for Karen Williams (more…)
When long earrings are in fashion again, I celebrate! The only reason to keep them long is to attract more attention! Isn’t it why women wear jewelry? Earrings are relatively fast to create and cheaper to buy at art and (more…)
As a season of new beginnings, spring is a perfect time for open-minded creators and bold statements! It’s time to let the imagination run wild. After gloomy rainy Northwestern winter, jewelry design ideas finally see the light of sun. Surprisingly (more…)
Not good at color matching? No problem! Let your local paint store do that for you! If you haven’t painted a wall in your house recently, chances are you passed by a local paint store many times without even thinking (more…)
A heart of a bead artist is always open to new ideas. When the beading muse visits it feels almost like love… Love is in the air! And I don’t know if I’m just dreaming I don’t know if I (more…)
I started incorporating pyrite beads into my jewelry about two years ago. I had read of the many uses, meanings, and healing properties of pyrite and I loved the way pyrite beautifully completed my designs. Wearing pyrite, I felt more confident (more…)
Ever wondered what to do with those beads you just bought? I totally understand! This was me when I first saw mushroom button beads! They looked so interesting and attractive, but what could I possibly make with them? It took me (more…)
Have you ever been frustrated trying to thread a beading needle? Postponing a beading project just because you are tired of numerous attempts trying to thread that needle sound familiar to you? Luckily, there is a solution! The right tool (more…)
In the era of everyday practicality stirred with fashion amusement, I am all for reversibility! Why not change sides occasionally? Why not reveal the other side? While reversible fashion jewelry is not new, CzechMates Crescent beads are. Well, relatively new to (more…)