"When I first started out I bought a ton of seed beads....yike! I too, recently started making bracelets with seed beads and other larger beads (that are left overs) on memory wire. I put them in a large container at craft shows at an inexpensive…"
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Stretchy Seed Bead Bracelets
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Does anyone know an easy way to string seed beads on stretchy cord, like Stretch Magic?? We have a ton of seed beads and want to make stretchy bracelets. Thank you!!Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Claire yesterday.
Impulse Items
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Does anyone sell single strand beaded rings, maybe with at least one gemstone or crystal? If so, how much do you sell them for?Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Catherine Carl May 29, 2010.
Jewelry Price Tags
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My mom and I are working on inventory for a craft show this weekend and we were wondering what your thoughts were on price tags. We've always just written them up and strung them on our pieces. My…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Linda Karpinski May 31, 2010.
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Peggy M Johnson commented on Johanna Melendez's photo
Lots A Color
"Wow esquisite this is sucha a beautiful piece, striking something totally up my alley!"
Peggy M Johnson commented on Johanna Melendez's page At Fashion Sugar, the fashion is sweet!!"Im very impressed that at age 14 you have started your beading jewelry business. Im very proud of you. Thanks for the inpiration!"
Johanna Melendez commented on Johanna Melendez's photo
Pearl Chandelier Earrings
"Thank you! Its so funny about these. I hated these drop beads but my mom bought them to make into rings for her friend. We had so many left over and she made me come up with something to do with them and this is what I was able to do. I sold them…"
Johanna Melendez commented on Johanna Melendez's photoLots A Color
"$20. I just used Crystazzi's. Swarovski's would have been too much money. My mom and I try to keep prices affordable while making what we do look as nice as we can. Thank you!!!!!!"
Veronica commented on Johanna Melendez's photoLots A Color
"wow thats really cool. what kind of crystal did you use? and how much did you sell it for?"
Johanna Melendez commented on Johanna Melendez's photoLots A Color
"Thank you. I think this one sold at the very first craft show we did. Within about the 1st hour. I've had lots more orders for them since then. They look nice, but it takes lots of patience to do all the wraps."
Johanna Melendez left a comment for EmilyJoy"Love your wirewrapped pieces the best. Keep up the good work EmilyJoy!!"
Johanna Melendez replied to Amanda's discussion Need tips on light box"Hi, we had the same trouble. Try repositioning the light all around the light box to see if its better, or yes add another lamp. You can try adding flash, but it may be too bright. You can try adjusting the opening on your camera (think its called…"
Johanna Melendez replied to Amanda's discussion Trying to start a home business. in the group Home Jewelry Business"My mom says you do have to be diligent about it. She uses a program called Quicken for home and business to keep track of our business checking account. She also uses Excel alot to keep track of purchases and developed an inventory cost sheet with…"
Johanna Melendez replied to Amanda's discussion Trying to start a home business. in the group Home Jewelry Business"Online sales are certainly a way go to, but we've had more luck with craft shows, boutiques and home and office showings. One thing we've learned is if you want to do it, you have to go for it all the way. If we have no craft or…"
Johanna Melendez replied to Johanna Melendez's discussion Stretchy Seed Bead Bracelets"Thanks ladies. I'll try this out and let you know how I do."
Lorri Ely replied to Johanna Melendez's discussion Stretchy Seed Bead Bracelets"Here is a How To on About.com for eleastic bracelets, as well:
http://jewelrymaking.about.com/od/beadingprojects/ss/082405.htm"
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- Why are you visiting?
- I'm looking for project ideas, To make new friends
- What is your favorite type of jewelry to make?
- Earrings, Necklaces/Pendants, Bracelets
- Tell us about yourself! What makes you interesting, unique, funny, talented, or...?
- I'm 14 years old and started this jewelry business with my mom. I've always been interested in art, from painting and ceramics, mosaics and now jewelry making. Right now I'm working on friendship bracelets mostly while my mom helps me with the beaded jewelry. I teach how to make jewelry to my friends and at the clubs at school and now we're getting into home parties. I really enjoy it!
- My website is:
- http://wix.com/fashionsugar/index
- What is your favorite jewelry making style or medium?
- gemstone beads, bead weaving, wirework, glass
- What best describes your style?
- funky, sophisticated, fun, unique, one-of-a-kind
- What are your favorite colors in making jewelry?
- black, white and red mostly, but I love anything neon!
- What are your favorite beads and stones for making jewelry?
- Crystal and freshwater pearls. I also love using peace signs, guitar picks and anything "rocker".
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- At 3:42pm on March 30, 2010,
Leigh said… - I went to your website and it is fantastic! Your jewelry is wonderful! -- Leigh
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About.com Jewelry Making
Happy Memorial Day and Jewelry Links
Beads & Books
Michelle makes over an old pair of earrings. Come see the dramatic before and after photos!
Resin Crafts!
The 2012 Diamond Jubilee inspires these new resin filled bezels.
Snap out of it, Jean! There is beading to be done!
Jean reviews Sharilyn Miller's extraordinary, not to be missed book, Arty Jewelry IV. You will agree that you must own this book when you read the review!
The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton
Andrew kicks off his annual Spring Cleaning Destash Sale! He's got lots of amazing beads, jewelry, and more!
A Bead A Day
Lisa's sharing a quick and easy project using a craft store Swarovski crystal strand...it's a tiara for the wrist!
Art Bead Scene
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Beading Arts
A tutorial for simple but elegant earrings is featured this week!
Elastic Bracelets
Summer Time Jewelry
In many areas of the world, it is hot and summer is on the way, so it is time to break out the shells and other summer related jewelry components and get busy making jewelry you can enjoy for the next few months. I have a place for you to start, my list of Summer Jewelry Project. Pearls, shells, and turtle charms are just a few elements you will find over there to get you in the mood to start designing summer time jewelry.
Jewelry Links for the Week
A Bead A DayGet your crystals ready, the Swarovski Elements design contest sponsored by FireMountainGems opens June 1st!!
Art Bead Scene
Art Bead Scene highlights some of the handmade beads that are entered in the Bead Star competition. Come and see some of the entries and place your votes for your favorites!
Beading Arts
We're celebrating everything to do with wire this month! Come and visit with some fabulous wire artists and try your hand at working with wire yourself!
Carmi's Art/Life World
A fabric bead is always fun to create and uses up leftover beads too!
Resin Crafts!
Working in a shell pendant with resin...difficult but possible!
Snap out of it, Jean! There's beading to be done!
What do you think of the idea of making your business more successful? Sound good? Check out what's on Jean's blog today!
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