Tag Archives: diy

Clasp Wars: The Lobster Claw

Posted on April 29, 2018 by

I wanna start a new series on this blog where I compare different types of clasps and talk a bit about what I’ve learned over the years in terms of what they are and aren’t good for. I’m calling it … Continue reading →

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New Design – Joystone Bezel (8 Projects in 1 Pattern!)

Posted on April 23, 2018 by

My friends, hello! You may have noticed that I have been pretty quiet here and on Facebook lately. Part of it is that I am going on my first vacation as an adult here soon (to celebrate my 5 year … Continue reading →

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Playing with Carrier Beads – Rainbow Ombre Necklace

Posted on February 28, 2018 by

Hello! So, we got carrier beads in at work a few months ago and they have been FLYING off the shelves. I quickly grabbed myself a few packs and have been steadily working on designing and stitching up a necklace … Continue reading →

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New Design! – Artful Arcos Bracelet and Earrings

Posted on February 8, 2018 by

Hello, everyone! I finally have another new design to share with you. This one uses three-hole Arcos beads and seed beads to make a square-tiled design. What do you think? So, I’ve been intrigued by Arcos for awhile now. I … Continue reading →

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Use Your Stash Challenge – Jan 2018 – Art Elements Blog Hop Reveal

Posted on January 30, 2018 by

Hello, my dear beady friends! Do I have a delightful pile of jewelry to share with you! So, Art Elements is hosting another Use Your Stash Challenge to start off the new year. You may remember a similar challenge that … Continue reading →

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2018 New Years Resolutions

Posted on January 1, 2018 by

Happy New Years, everybody! So, I LOVE New Years Day. I love fresh starts and making goals and buying calendars and all the fun motivation and emotional cleanliness that wells up in me every time we start a new year. … Continue reading →

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Faux Loom Leather Wrap Bracelets

Posted on December 10, 2017 by

Guys, I learned a new technique and I think I am in love! So, last month I noticed a class at Beaded Bliss that I desperately wanted to take. I rearranged my work schedule specifically so I could be there … Continue reading →

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Playing with my Picasso 15/0’s!

Posted on November 10, 2017 by

Hey, everyone! I’ve been playing with those gorgeous Picasso 15/0’s I was telling you about in my last post and wanted to share what I’ve been working on. First, I worked up a pair of my Dainty Duo Drop earrings … Continue reading →

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SuperDuo Star Earrings 2.0 (with Kite Beads) – Rescuing an Old Pattern from Retirement

Posted on October 23, 2017 by

Hello, my dear friends! Are you having a nice fall? Things are finally cooling down around here and I am LOVING it. So, quick story time. Back when I was a wee babe working at Beads Direct USA when it … Continue reading →

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Tips on Nail Care for Beaders!

Posted on September 30, 2017 by

Hello, everyone! So, I was scrambling for a topic for a new blog post this month (since part of my resolution for this [and every] year is to post twice a month and September is over today – OOPS) and … Continue reading →

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