Beads and Beyond Magazine July issue is out now! It’s a wirework special issue and features 38 inspriational jewellery projects. Wait until you see the delicious ice cream sundae lampwork bead charms! Oh my goodness, they are good enough to eat.
Order your copy today by clicking here and visiting Shiney Rocks
Check out the latest issue of Make Jewellery Magazine. Shiney have designed a Swarovski Necklace, tiara and earrings based on the Wire Sculpture technique; a freeform wire work skill. It’s a great one to master as you can make so many unique designs. It’s on page 28 of the new issue. You can buy a [...]
These are so yummy. 19mm fancy bolt ring clasps in Gold Plated, Silver Plated and Black Oxide.
Not only do these fabulous clasps work great on funky, chunky jewellery designs, but Jane recently discovered that they make fabulous chain links too. Link them together as part of a necklace design and you will instantly create a [...]
Brand New Jewellery Kit designed by Shiney Company. As seen in the Jan 2010 issue of the Beadworkers Guild Journal. Click here to buy the kit…
Retro Rope featuring CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Element
This stylish, adaptable necklace comprises 3mm, 4mm, 5mm & 6mm Xilions (Article 5328) and Pearls (Article 5810) with Galvanised Silver Size 11 seed beads [...]
Ooooh, I’ve just logged onto the Beads and Beyond website and got a glimpse of the their latest issue. That means they are winging their way to us at Shiney Company. You can order your copy today from Shiney Company and we’ll send it out as soon as we get our quota! Visit www.shineyrocks.co.uk and [...]
Today’s project is to make the eye to go with the hook clasp
Materials and Tools
0.8mm craft wire
Tools
Round nose pliers
Snipe nose or chain nose pliers
Flush Cutters
Nylon Jaw Pliers
Step 1
Straighten a piece of 0.8mm wire with nylon jaw pliers and cut 15cms. Grip the wire approx. 2cm from one end, at the widest part of [...]
Make Jewellery Issue 2
It’s that time again! Make Jewellery Issue 2 is out and full of ‘must make’ projects. It’s vibrant, fun and fashionable, with projects for all skill levels. Buy the magazine by clicking on the link http://www.shineyrocks.co.uk/make-jewellery-issue-2-out-now-p-2323.html
We’ve got a project to make a Vintage Lux Charm bracelet and you can buy the [...]
A must for CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Elements fans! Visit the community area of the Create Your Style website. It’s got forums and design ideas, plus you get to chat to other crystal fanatics and share your latest designs, ask questions and pass on tips. http://www.community.create-your-style.com/
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