Bountiful Harvest Necklace

When summer comes to an end, the leaves begin to fall and the aroma of pumpkin spice fills the air, our thoughts turn to how thankful we are for the many blessings we have. For jewellery makers, our colour palette takes on a change as the sun drenched shades of summer make way for the softer orange, brown and gold tones that radiate feelings of warmth and comfort. This necklace is inspired by the bountiful harvest of late summer and early autumn, featuring beaded cobs of corn in autumnal colours and spicy pumpkin-shaped beads. No need to hide the beautiful leaf clasp at the back.... it deserves to be noticed and sits off to the side where it becomes part of this harvest-inspired design. Strung on soft brown velour tubing and with a collection of warm gold and copper charms to complement the autumnal colours, this is the perfect necklace to wear for Thanksgiving. Here's what you'll need to make this design: Seed beads in transparent gold, pumpkin, orange, green and ......

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Faux Egyptian Perfume Bottle Pendant

Is it an Egyptian Perfume bottle?  Or a love potion? Or maybe if you rub it, a Genie will appear and grant you 3 wishes!  No matter how you see it, this exotic bottle pendant is sure to bring you lots of admiring compliments. Its ornate appearance belies the simple materials it's made from. Would you believe the fancy metalwork is nothing more than a selection of bead caps layered and stacked together? This clever arrangement lets you decide how simple or ornate you want your bottle pendant to be. To make one of your own, you'll need a variety of bead caps. F eature bead of your choice. Suggestions: venetian beads ;  lampwork beads ;  European-style beads (troll, pandora, etc), cloisonné beads 4mm and 6mm  bicone crystals   to suit your feature bead An assortment of bead caps 50mm -  70mm long headpin  (depending on your design) Beadalon snake chain kit Clasp 2 x jump rings Additional if using a European-s......

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Steampunk Resin Jewellery with a Bright and Modern Twist

Did you know that I'm the featured artist over at the Amazing Casting Products blog this month? Each Friday/Saturday, one of my resin projects will be featured or there will be a little article where you can learn some fun facts about me as I have fun playing with resin. Today I share a tutorial on how to make this bright and bold "Steampunk-esque" necklace. I had so much fun with these resin cogs and wheels that I couldn't stop at just one piece. Here's a piece I glammed up with Swarovski crystals. And another variation. Steampunk never looked so bright and fresh! These pieces are not for the faint-hearted - they are big and bold and really make a statement! So if you've got an afternoon free, why not give this project a go - you can re-create this catwalk-worthy piece in just a few hours. Happy Resining! Subscribe to my email list  and learn how to resin like an expert. ...

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Glamourous Jewellery for the Mother of the Creative Bride

If you've been following the Wedding Collection , you'll have seen all the handmade preparations that went into the Creative Bride's wedding. We've looked at the Bonbonnieres, the table settings and the jewellery worn by the Bridal Party. But now, it's the Mother of the Bride's turn to shine. Whilst all eyes will be on the Bride, weddings are also the perfect occasion for guests to dress up too . As Mother of the Creative Bride , I got to create a glamorous necklace for myself..... in a sophisticated shade of grey, tempered with a good dose of Swarovksi crystals for sparkle. I also made coordinating pearl drop earrings , so take a look at those too. Here's what you'll need to recreate this dazzling, yet understated necklace: 14mm Swarovski Crystal Rivoli SS29 Swarovski Crystal Chaton (6.14 - 6.32 mm) - six 13mm Swarovski Crystal Beehive buttons - two 6mm Silver Crystal Swarovski Rondelles twenty three 4mm Swarovski Crystal bicones - tw......

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