February 2nd, 2010
Just read a post on Margot Potters site about a new Steampunk Style Jewellery book… Looks fab and Margot has two designs in the book.
Are you into Steampunk jewellery? It is really taking off here in the UK. Would love to hear about your designs and what components you like to use in yours…
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February 2nd, 2010
Project: Helix Rhapsody
Create Shiney Company’s wirework necklace using 1mm and 0.8mm silver plated wire combined with CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Elements.
Free-form wire shapes and some crazy coiling, make up this contemporary design. Once you master the art of making the open flat coils you’ll find this necklace quick and easy to make. Why not adapt this [...]
January 29th, 2010
Decorate the top table on wedding day by scattering CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Elements table crystals. They come in the pointed back and double sided variety. Perfect for adding sparkle to any special occassion. Purchase Swarovski table crystals from www.shineyrocks.co.uk
January 24th, 2010
Learn the art of traditional Beadwork at Shiney Company in Bristol. The 6 week course begins on 18th February (Thursday evenings) and runs for 6 consecutive weeks from 7pm – 9pm. Each lesson costs just £20 including materials. During each 2 hour class you will learn a different technique. We will cover ladderstitch, brick stick, [...]
January 23rd, 2010
NEW Wire Work Necklace kits at www.shineyrocks.co.uk
Swirling Adventure featuring CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Elements.
A classic design for all occasions! Shiney Company’s striking freehand wire-work necklace is created from individual links connected with jump rings. The links are shaped with round nose pliers and 0.8mm wire. They take a little practice, but once you’ve mastered the technique, [...]
January 21st, 2010
If like me, you’ve admired this lovely bracelet designed by Margot Potter in the Beadalon adverts you’ll be pleased to know that I discovered the tutorial on their website and its FREE to download the PDF. Margot suggests using CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Elements Briolet beads and glass Czech Glass bead rounds, we thought you might [...]
January 21st, 2010
My favourite bead storage solution is this fab purple Craftmates Mega Storage Caddy. It has 8 x 2XL locking caddies and is designed so that the compartments won’t accidently open, spilling your beads. I also love the fact that you can open one compartment in isolation, tip out your beads and all the other sections [...]
January 20th, 2010
Get ready for Valentine’s Day with the February issue of Making Jewellery. They have 15 new projects for you, ranging from ‘easy’ for the total beginner to ‘advanced’ for the more experienced jewellery maker. And with a range of styles including steampunk, resin, enamel, PMC and chain maille, there’s something for everyone!
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January 18th, 2010
Create Shiney Company’s 4 in 1 necklace combining chain with CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Elements pearls and Xilion beads.
Four individual necklaces make up this versatile design and unite stringing with some simple beadwork. It is easy to make and can be worn as 1, 2, 3 or 4 necklaces, depending on the occasion. We’ve combined fancy [...]
January 15th, 2010
Make fabulous fashion flower stud earrings with these 35p acrylic flowers. With a dab of GemTac, a pair of flat back stud earrings and these 28mm flat back flower beads, you can create a light weight, high fashion pair of stud earrings from just £1.60 a pair.
Upgrade the Silver Plated posts to Sterling Silver at [...]
