Save When selling your products online, whether it be at a personal website or an online marketplace for artisans such as Etsy, ArtFire, or TheCraftStar, it is important to do everything you can to help shoppers searching online to find your items better. A fancy way to describe the implementation of these practices is the term Search…
DIY Chanel Inspired Chunky Pearl Bracelet {Video}
Save This gorgeous chunky twisted faux pearl bracelet is inspired by Chanel, and it’s an easy look to achieve with this quick DIY version. It’s so simple, you can whip one up in under 20 minutes!
7 Ways to Spot Fake Pearls {Video}
Save It’s not always easy to determine whether pearls are genuine or not. These days, real pearls come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors, and 99% of them are ‘cultured’, which means that they are farmed by pearl farmers instead of being found wild in nature. Cultured pearls are very much genuine…
DIY Painted Nail Polish Cabochons {Video}
Save Making your own cabochons is easy and fun with your favorite nail polish colors and some glass gems – like the kind you use in vases and aquariums! This video tutorial will show you two different techniques to create interesting patterns and textures under the glass, so you’re essentially creating your own beautiful gems…
DIY T-Shirt Yarn Chain Bracelets {Video}
Save In this video, I’ll show you how to make a cute chunky chain bracelet with knotted t-shirt yarn! Since the fabric is stretchy, you don’t need a clasp for these bracelets, so you only need two supplies: an open link curb chain, and some continuous t-shirt yarn. This particular chain is currently available in…
Wire Wrapped Stone Cabochon Setting Tutorial {Video}
Save I’ve always wanted to learn how to make a wire wrapped stone setting for a cabochon. I found an awesome video that shows you step by step exactly how to do it, so I finally gave it a try! I am just thrilled to bits at how my first attempt came out – I…
DIY Minimalist Tube Earrings Tutorial
Save Learn to make these pretty earrings with a simple, step-by-step tutorial. Featuring sleek metal tube beads and your choice of gemstone, you can whip up these quick little beauties with minimal effort and maximum effect! Save This project was submitted by Skrin Handmade Jewelry.
How to Use a Handheld Torch & Soldering Basics
Save This post contains affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission (at no additional cost to you) when you use my links to join. I took some metalsmithing classes several years ago because I wanted to learn to solder. Well, I did, and I had a great time doing it! When the class…
Micro Macrame Bangle Bracelet Tutorial
Save If you’d like to work with macramé but aren’t exactly crazy about the look of traditional, old – style macramé, you’ll love this free tutorial from Knots and Sparklez! Learn to create this delicate and feminine lavender hued bangle bracelet, using simple and basic macramé knots and a piece of memory wire. One size…
Spiral Bail Pendant Tutorial {Video}
Save Learn how to add flair to a focal bead with this quick video tutorial. I’ll show you step by step how to create a fun spiral accent and craft a handmade wire bail! Complete list of supplies and more tips after the video! TOOLS & MATERIALS: • Focal bead (the one I used is available…
