Netting is one of my favorite beading techniques because it is simple, medidative, and creates such beautiful collars. The method of connect...

I’m two projects in to the new Collar a Week challenge and I’ve already encountered my first snag. I was able to finish and photograph this ...

Making custom components and findings is an invaluable skill for any jewelry maker. By learning just a few basic techniques, you gain the ad...

Wherever the inspiration for a new piece of jewelry begins, chances are it will end with findings – those components that turn a bit of bead...

There’s something truly wonderful about the form of jewelry we call bracelets. As a project, they’re right in the middle of the road – not a...

Today my bead tray is looking rather tidy as I’m just getting ready to start a new bracelet. I've chosen all the colors, and now it’s ju...

Right now there are some really exciting things happening on my bead tray: I’m about to open several hanks and strands of new beads. It’s on...

Yesterday morning all of the puddles in the neighborhood were frozen solid - winter has arrived. I suppose that means it’s time to start thi...

Although fall is still technically here, once we’ve put away our pumpkins, it’s time to start thinking ahead to the delights of December. Wi...

I’ve recently been researching traditional netting techniques, like those seen in African and Native American beadwork. Although there are p...