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Traditional or modern?
Pine-scented trees, sparkly baubles, twinkling lights, red-nosed reindeer, ruddy-cheeked Santa, brandy-soaked puddings, holly, ivy, mistletoe and presents galore…
These are just some of the things that shout Christmas louder than any collective jingle of Christmas Number Ones blasted from high street stereos each winter, assaulting us with their dubious Christmas cheer. Bah humbug!
Roll back the blatant commercialism of Christmas though, and underneath [..]
Categories: How to Bead, Jewellery Design
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We delve into the murky depths of All Hallows Eve, and take inspiration from this annual festival of ghoulish remembrance for two of our latest seasonal jewellery kits. Read on to find out a little more about our two-beautiful Autumn-inspired necklaces. As a special Halloween treat, we are also offering 25% off our Autumn Collection including the featured bracelet kits to help inspire your own design journey.
Halloween – why all the fuss?
All Hallows’ Eve, or Halloween as i[..]
Categories: Beads, Glass Beads, How to Bead, The Design Studio, Jewellery Making
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Nothing shouts summer more than the fruity pop of a sumptuous strawberry, or the citrusy zing of a classic lime-twist mojito. This month, we’ve taken inspiration from some of our favourite summery hues to create two of our most refreshing and vibrant jewellery pieces yet.
Read on to find out a little more about our two beautiful summer-inspired necklaces, and learn how you can use your favourite seasonal tones and hues to inspire your own jewellery design.
As a special treat, we are [..]
Categories: How to Bead
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Macramé knotting using fine diameter thread
When the small holes in the prettiest glass beads are too small for your normal choice of thread; Griffin Bead Cord is an ideal solution for micro macramé work.
Griffin Bead Cord comes in a variety of diameters, and has a distinctive twist to its form. The tutorial features 0.8mm diameter Griffin bead cord, within this Macramé bracelet design. The needle is integrated within the twist of the Griffin bead cord increasing desig[..]
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Discover the jewellery making techniques required to createDesigner Hoop Earrings. Easily achieve professional standards, while learning new skills. Explore new design concepts and possibilities.
Most of all discover new ways in which to unlock your own creative potential!
What do you need
The simplest designs often produce the most stunning results.Sterling silver, Black Finish beads and components, are fashioned in conjunction, with Swarovski® Light chrome bicone beads; to cr[..]
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The Charm Pin consists of a 50mm length of wire with a tiny spherical soldered stopper at its base. The fine diameter of 0.4mm wire combined with the temper of sterling silver, features greatly when working with the Charm pin in the finished results of a design. The charm pin is used to create a charm using an 8mm .925 (gold finish) Stardust bead which is then used within the design. The charm pin technique of wrapping, creates a firm and secure finish. The added beauty of working with sterling [..]
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Jewellery making is a really personal and rewarding experience; the tutorial video is a ‘How To’ apply our unique component, the ‘mini crimp’ into your jewellery making. The Swarovski® crystal beads choice is just one element of a dynamic combination emphasising the functional aspect and application of the sterling silver ‘mini crimp’; along side the balanced choice of the selected beads. The full potential of the ‘Mini Crimp’ will be realized [..]
Categories: How to Bead