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DIY Ring and Tassel Necklace

It’s been a while since I’ve added a tassel or two to a project, I was getting fringing withdrawals! So when I was in need of something a little more colourful to brighten up the transition from winter to spring what else could I do? And I have to say I’ve got serious love for this burnt coral hue. I’ve also never used jump rings this way before but I’m loving the result. One of the perks of separating the tassels this way is that the weight they create help the necklace to hang naturally and not sneak off to… Read More

How To Space Beads with Crimps

Crimps are a small but mighty force in jewellery making. Tiny and delicate they are made to go unnoticed yet at the same time can create spectacular designs on intricate pieces. As well as having a great visual impact crimps are also used for the functional aspects of jewellery making. Used with cord, nylon wire or invisible cords to attach clasps, space beads, hold motifs in place and attach layers you have to agree, they’re pretty useful (and easy to lose) little things to have on hand! Today I’m using mine to space beads and end cord with clam shell… Read More

Spring into Action

Firstly I apologise for the awful title of this post. I couldn’t help myself. I’ve just got back from a week away and feel rejuvenated by a little time away from the constant noise. (Inccidentally if I haven’t managed to reply to anyones comments I will do soon – it’s on my list!) It reminds me of that saying. You have to live life to be inspired. Although I’ve missed a week of time I’m feeling more positive and motivated to work better. I’m excited about my ideas and opportunities rather than stressing over how to get them done. It’s a… Read More

DIY Crosses Draught Excluder

I’ve got a bit of an odd one for you today. As I explained in this post I’m branching out of my comfort zone and taking on interior DIY’s. No mean feat for someone used to working with jewellery and this must be as far as I could get from the glamour and sparkle of self adornment as possible but I’ve got to say, this baby has probably kept my flat quite a few degrees warmer this winter so it’s worth a share! I used my printed fabric from my DIY Wood Slice Stamp post to whip up this really quick… Read More

How To | Two Ways to Use Bead Caps

Bead caps are great for adding decorative accents to simple beads. It’s like dipping beads into metallic gold with extra delicate detailing. Using bead caps is a really quick and easy way to give your jewellery a little extra and make it fit with the more decadent trends. Instructions To make a single loop pendant using a headpin: 1. Thread your headpin through the bead and then the bead cap. 2. Bend the headpin 90 degrees and cut around 1 cm from the hole. 3. Turn a loop in the headpin as shown in this post 4. Attach the pendant… Read More

DIY Concrete & Rhinestone Perspex Bracelet

Such is life. Every since I made my DIY Perspex Bracelet tutorial I’ve been wanting to do an update with a few more glittery details! Well it seems great minds think alike! This week (after scheduling this post) I’ve seen so many of the same thing. I do try to give you guys something new and hopefully something you haven’t seen before so at first I was a little bit gutted about seeing so many other versions of the same thing. That was until I saw this post from M.A.C.T.E.D (crushing on this blog at the moment). She has made… Read More

How To | Wrap a Bead Pendant

Like all things fashion, jewellery has its trends. One day we’re all plaiting into chain, the next everything we own has studs on it. I am a self confessed trend addict. I love trying to get ahead of the trends and start making DIY’s based on them and I’ve noticed recently more wrapped pendants knocking around. I love how a year ago I wouldn’t give bead wrapping the time of day. The wrapping skills were redundant, but now I can bring them out of retirement. Ace! Instructions: 1. Cut off a long section of wire. How much depends on the… Read More

We Make Because We Dream in Colour

I have been so inspired by quality and originality of my fellow DIY bloggers recently. Not a day goes by when I’m not amazed (and a little jealous) of a totally gorgeous project I wish I’d come up with! Here are some of the Bloggers and Projects that have been encouraging me to keep dreaming big and seriously colourful! Bow Back Sweatshirt DIY | Butterfly Wing Necklace | DIY Dip Dye Placemats | Faux Cross Stitch Rose Sweatshirt | Pastel Dipped Glassware Don’t Kirsten and Kinsey look like total babes? The butterfly necklace is from one of my new favourite blogs M.A.C.T.E.D – gorgeous lady… Read More

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