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Cactus Blossom Necklace
I was really excited to design with these new walnut wood & resin pieces this week- they make it easy to add a quick pop of color to any design & I...
Sunkissed Wildflower Necklace
For this design, I made bead links with some of my favorite Czech glass, gemstone, and crystal pieces to create a long-length necklace. I love this...
Golden Sunrise Necklace Set
This week I knew I wanted to make a layered necklace so I could use as many shapes of these Greek Pueblo Ceramic beads as possible- I love the...
Simple Leather Bracelets
This simple design is great if you want to make a quick bracelet with those loose beads you have laying around. For this design, I slid on some...
Peach Mojito Necklace
For this design, I made a long bead chain with Malachite & Pink Rhodochrosite Chips. I love making this type of necklace because it doesn't require...
Spring Break Necklace
For this design, I used Amazonite & Pink Rhodochrosite chips to create a beach-inspired necklace. I love the color combination of pink & blue,...
Sea Sun Surf Bracelet
For this design, I used Amazonite & carnelian chips to create an easy-to-make & inexpensive bracelet. I especially love how the amazonite really...
Water Lily Necklace
For this necklace, I knew I wanted to use the lotus coin as the focal piece, along with some of these fun new Czech glass shapes. The color...
Rhombi? Polygons? Parallelograms?
Multicolored woven lariat - very long (almost 40 inches). Feels great on and can be worn in many ways.
Components: Seed beads 11/0 - Orange, Black Fuchsia Matte, Green, Blue and gold.
Bohemian Sun Necklace
I've been really looking forward to creating something with these great new African Brass pieces- they add a unique focal element to any design....
Crystal Confetti Necklace
For this design, I made beads charms with pinch beads & seed beads to create a colorful cluster necklace with hues perfect for springtime.
Washed Ashore Necklace Set
For this design, I used the ammonite coin & the Green Girl mermaid pendant to create an underwater-inspired necklace & bracelet. The apatite is the...
Feminine Seafoam and Pink
Another twisted herringbone with matching pendant (removable) and earrings.
Components: Seed beads 11/0 - Pink Ceylon, Rainbow Light Topaz Seafoam and Frosted Grape
6 mm pink bicones
5 mm flower spacers
3 mm cat’s eye grape beads glass
5x15 mm Czech glass leaves - light green with brownish gold specks
earwires and toggle clasp - Stainless steel
Deserted Beach Necklace
For this design, I made a long layered necklace inspired by summer days at the beach. I used wood resin, shells, Czech glass, and gemstones to add...
Paradise Found Choker
Cowrie shells are always a hot summer trend, I have been noticing this choker style necklace with cowries at stores and on celebrities in magazines.
Double Teardrop Earrings
An exciting all metal earring design by Tracy Proctor of Tierracast! Stacked teardrop components create an ultra modern look. The finished size of...
Mod Brickstitch Pearl Earrings
Designed by Tracy Proctor of Tierracast, these hoops are perfect for brick-stitching around! Pearly whites and chain give this design edgy...
Posh Pearl Necklace
An elegant, pseudo lariat design by Denise Varville of Tierracast - simple to assemble and stunning to wear. The finished necklace is approximately...
Sanibel Island Anklet
For this design, I did a simple square knot with hemp and knotted in the cowrie shells as I went. I made this as an anklet, but I also think it...
Mosaic Bracelet
Danielle Wickes of Tierracast is the designer of this vibrantly creative bracelet. Use brick stitch and beads in an array of colors to create tiny...
Herringbone with Two Flowery Pendants
The nurse at my Dr's office was so nice to me - I wanted to return the favor. So - I made this necklace for her. Hope she likes it - will see her...
Components: LB -3 mm Cubic Zirconia faceted Round - orange
Seed beads 11/0 - rainbow cream Delicas, rainbow light topaz seafoam, rootbeer frost rainbow, clear rainbow
4 mm Czech glass pearls - cream color
5x7 mm pink/red flower beads
2 end caps
1 toggle clasp Stainless steel
Mystic Sea Cairns Necklace
For this design, I used aquamarine nuggets to create a chunky focal piece. I think the light blue of the aquamarine pairs nicely with the Kunzite...
Na-maka-o-Kaha'i Necklace
I was inspired by these new shell focals to make a sea-themed necklace- Na-maka-o-Kaha'i is the Hawaiian Goddess of the Sea, so I thought it as a...
Summer Daydream Bracelet
Once the holidays are over, I automatically start thinking about summer vacation. There is always a desperate search for sun when you live in...
Cosmos Necklace
For this design, I made three separate pieces with Czech glass & seed beads & attached them together to create a simple focal necklace.
Gilded Tibetan Bracelet
I enjoy adding Tibetan focals into a design, they have worldly look about them. The classic blue lapis and gold embellishments enhance each other.
Sun-kissed Waterfall Earrings
This design was inspired by the Pantone color of the year- Classic Blue. I love how the seed bead clusters in varying shades of blue & pink really...
Dreamy Meadow Necklace
For this design, I made a bead chain with Green Aventurine, Tanzanite, & Crystal. I then attached it to a new Nunn Design focal. To finish, I added...
Rocky Mountain Trails Necklace
I have been noticing necklaces at the stores have to toggle clasp just above the pendant, so i thought I would try it. I really like how this...
Fun with Acetate Earrings
These acetate pieces are great for creating simple & quick statement earrings. For my designs, I paired the acetate with wood resin, cork, tassels,...
Fun with Acetate Necklaces
For these necklaces, I mixed a variety of acetate pieces with gemstones, tassels, and bead chain to create unique focals.
Le cœur Earrings
For these classic dangle earrings, I paired pearls & porcelain with these tiny pavé hearts. The simplicity of the design allows them to be worn...
Showered With Love Necklace
I mixed metal finishes to add interest while keeping my design simple and modern. This can be a design you can wear anytime of the year:)
Tibetan Trails Necklace
For this design, I paired Mosaic Shell rounds with Apatite nuggets to create a longer length necklace with a Tibetan focal on the bottom.
Signs of Spring Necklace
For this design, I used pink agate, crystals, and chrysoprase nuggets to create a springtime inspired necklace. I made this to be a choker, but it...
Heartfelt Garland
Felt garlands in festive colors are a quick & easy way to decorate your home for any holiday! This garland was inspired by Valentines Day- I...
Sweetheart Earrings
For these festive statement earrings, I cut hearts out of a piece of cork, painted on gold mixative, and sewed tiny crystals around the edge.
Open to Love Necklace
For this Valentines Day- inspired necklace, I made a focal piece with amethyst, a tassel, and a heart link & attached it to this delicate bead chain.
Cupid's Arrow Necklace
This is a modern Valentine's Day inspired necklace. I love using the carnelian tiny heart-shaped beads. They have a pretty reddish-orange glow.
Secret Garden Necklace
I designed this necklace around this great Gaea ceramic focal piece. I paired it with Czech glass. porcelain, and bead chain. I think the...
Chatter
on “Cool Spring Hues”:“This is a lovely necklace. I love the wheel beads.…” read »
on “Daily Joy”:“I adore this!! Everything about it...the thoughts behind it...the simplicity of it...one of my favorite words.…” read »
on “Daily Joy”:“This is so meaningful! It is so easily worn even after we get out of…” read »
on “Cool Spring Hues”:“I echo your thoughts and feelings. Haven't made much...really anything until today. Needed a boost…” read »
on “Cool Spring Hues”:“So pretty. The colors work so well together and the design is lovely. - Great for…” read »
on “Sunkissed Wildflower Necklace”:“Elaina at Lima The problem I have is when I am trying to make links with…” read »
- on “Cool Spring Hues”:
“Outstanding necklace! The texture and varied sizes and beads make this so marvelous.…” read »
- on “Cool Spring Hues”:
“This is beautiful. I love the chunky, rondellieness (not a word!, but is a big part…” read »
- on “Tangerine Dreams”:
“oops - I meant tangerine not yellow...…” read »
- on “Tangerine Dreams”:
“Thanks kye. I put a row of the yellow beads on each side of the earrings…” read »
on “Spring Crescent”:“So cute!! A little taste of spring....…” read »
on “Ugly Bead Bracelet and Earrings Set”:“We don't normally see "ugly" in a title. Ha. I like what you did. Way to…” read »
- on “Tangerine Dreams”:
“This is such a beautiful set. Love the tangerine color and design. I especially like those…” read »
- on “RUBY SET”:
“So very pretty! My mom was a July baby also. I have a collection…” read »
on “RUBY SET”:“Gorgeous. What month is ruby?…” read »
on “Cactus Blossom Necklace”:“Great design, and I adore your model!…” read »
- on “RUBY SET”:
“HH - so pretty - Is this an early birthday present?…” read »
- on “Tangerine Dreams”:
“Thank you all so much. I'm growing tired of the cold. Found the tangerine beads cheerful.…” read »
on “Tangerine Dreams”:“I like the pendant and the lay of the necklace looks great.…” read »
on “Spring Crescent”:“I LOVE this! <3…” read »
- on “Tangerine Dreams”:
“Gorgeous!! I love your happy tangerine color!…” read »
- on “Tangerine Dreams”:
“Stupendous! The color is so perfect for tangerines. I love the "pendant" and earrings.…” read »
on “Sunkissed Wildflower Necklace”:“I just LOVE this !!!…” read »
- on “Tangerine Dreams”:
“This definitely reminds me of tangerines. It's a beautiful color. Also, I love the unique pendant…” read »
- on “Tangerine Dreams”:
“Oh wow !!! This is soooo beautiful!! A lot of work went into this !!…” read »
- on “Ugly Bead Bracelet and Earrings Set”:
“Ha KR - I have so many unfinished pieces also - maybe we should just sew…” read »
- on “Ugly Bead Bracelet and Earrings Set”:
“Thanks to everyone for your nice comments. I know you all have ugly beads too. Here's…” read »
on “Peach Mojito Necklace”:“Granny Nancy- To make a double strand without using a clasp the length should be about…” read »
on “Ugly Bead Bracelet and Earrings Set”:“I think we all,have those "oh my God what the heck was I thinking!" Things in…” read »
- on “strange new worlds”:
“Nice show! <3…” read »
- on “Ugly Bead Bracelet and Earrings Set”:
“The beads are pretty on their own in their own way. You changed them into…” read »
- on “Ugly Bead Bracelet and Earrings Set”:
“Forgot to mention the earrings. So elegant.…” read »
on “Ugly Bead Bracelet and Earrings Set”:“You've dressed up your "ugly" beads very nicely! Now they're swans!…” read »
- on “Ugly Bead Bracelet and Earrings Set”:
“So pretty KR. Actually, I love the muted gray, pink, mauve color of the beads. And…” read »
- on “Ugly Bead Bracelet and Earrings Set”:
“The set looks good on the front and the back. It reminds me of the Elizabethian-cameo-choker…” read »
on “Rosary Necklace”:“I have 2 crosses I wear as an expression of my Faith. One was originally given…” read »
- on “Sunkissed Wildflower Necklace”:
“Thanks everyone for your feedback, I'm so glad you like it! : )…” read »
- on “Sunkissed Wildflower Necklace”:
“doglover72- I added a link at the end of Step 1 on how to make a…” read »
- on “Sunkissed Wildflower Necklace”:
“doglover72- The links shouldn't bend under normal wear so straightening after assembly should work. I would…” read »
