Tammy's Jewelry Making Blog June 2006 Archive

It's almost here, the 4th of July! It's on a weird day this year, a Tuesday. But, at least that gives us the weekend to whip out some patriotic jewelry. Definitely ... Read More

Guyot Brothers has some cute charms perfect for summer themed jewelry designs. Pictured is a flamingo charm (item no. 8421-L). Wouldn’t this look cute dangling from a bright pink bead? Also pictured ... Read More

We've had a discussion going on at the Jewelry Making forum about issues with jewelry artists asking for free advice and the limitations surrounding this. One member posted a link ... Read More

Hoops are a classic style of earring, and they can be pretty easy to make as well: Dazzling Dangle Hoop Earrings Pearl Hoop Earrings Hoopla Over Hoops

With mixed media jewelry becoming more and more popular, glue is an important consideration when making jewelry. Here's a new Cold Heat Glue Gun review.

Wire-Sculputure.com has another wire jewelry contest going on. This one is to celebrate the up coming 4th of July holiday. It's called the Patriotic Pin Contest, and the entry deadline ... Read More

Introducing Lazer Lace jewelry components available at Fire Mountain Gems and Beads. Lazer Lace is a new line of laser cut findings made from brass and then plated in gold ... Read More

Fiber lovers will find lots of great inspiration and practical techniques between the pages of this felt and beadwork jewelry making book by Carol Huber Cypher, Hand Felted Jewelry and ... Read More

Antique Heart Filigree Pin: Combine metal filigree, lampwork, and lace to make a mixed media pin that looks like you bought it at an antique shop.

CraftyPod has a show about crafting and how to get started podcasting about crafting. See some bling bling earrings on Jeanette Design Studio Blog. Bloglander Jewelry Making has news about a show ... Read More

Beads for Education has announced their walkathon a success. From a press release: The 2006 WALKTHON was amazing. We realized more than $21,000 for BEADS programs and operating expenses. ... Read More

I know many of my readers enjoy donating jewelry and other crafty goodies to non-profit organizations. If you would like to give a hand to those in need by using ... Read More

What is fine jewelry? What does it take to become a designer of fine jewelry? These are just a few questions I cover in this informative article: I Want to ... Read More

There are tons of great blogs out there. I'm just randomly picking posts here, so if you know of a good blog post or have a blog URL you'd like ... Read More

Fire Mountain Gems and Beads is announcing a new type of beading wire - Brass. Many jewelry makers are starting to discover other metals lately, not just sticking with the ... Read More

I got this press release from the Charm Factory, but you can read more about it on their website. Charm Factory to Donate 5000 Pink Ribbon Charms Organizations and fundraisers may apply ... Read More