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Designing Jewelry

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    Ribbons & Art Beads

    I love the look of ribbon mixed in art bead jewelry.  I wish I used it more often in my own designs.  Seems like the perfect fit for this month’s challenge!…

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    Cuff Bracelets

    Cuff bracelets will be everywhere this summer.  Give them the art bead treatment to turn them from a trend into a treasure.  Try a curved connector beads by Captured Moments.  Or look for…

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    Easy Summer Link Pendants

    I’m so smitten with this pendant by Kylie Parry.  I’ve seen numerous variations of pendants using a link as a frame for your beads, but this one is perfect.  So art bead…

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    Asymmetrical Design Tips

    If you are more comfortable with symmetry and order in your jewelry design, branching off into asymmetrical design can seem overwhelming and a little scary. Asymmetrical design can seem deceivingly effortless.…

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    Color of the Year: Honeysuckle

    Pantone has picked Honeysuckle as the 2011 Color of the Year.  They state, “Honeysuckle emboldens us to face everyday troubles with verve and vigor. A dynamic reddish pink, Honeysuckle is encouraging…

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    Tie One On

    Looking for a new twist in your jewelry designs?  Add texture with silk ribbon, leather or crepe cording and  crystal chain.  All of these can be found at Ornamentea along with a collection…

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    Fall Color Inspiration

    Oh, color – it is such an exciting part of our job and yet it can sometimes be completely overwhelming.  Some designers have a natural instinct for color.  Others struggle, some…

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