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Jewelry

Apr 23 2013

Beads – A Sign of the Times?

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When you hear the word “beads,” do you immediately think of jewelry? Or do you think of Rosary beads or some other non-jewelry use of beads—beaded dresses, headbands, belts? Perhaps you think of a country and western outfit, a studded, head-to-toe piece of jewelry. The first thought that enters your mind when you hear the [...]

Apr 01 2013

Fresh Watermelon Bracelet Just In Time For Summer

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Looking for a fresh new piece of jewelry to herald in the warmer weather? Check out our pick of the day – this fresh watermelon pull-on cuff bracelet!  It’s bright, unique, and best of all, handmade!  It’s hand crocheted in pink and green and has cute little hand embroidered seeds. You can buy it at [...]

Mar 28 2013

Jewelry-Making DIY Basics – What is a Toggle?

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To work effectively with friends, customers and suppliers, jewelry makers  should learn the terminology of jewelry-making supplies.  The right  terminology will help define a need for the right jewelry closure when images  are not available.Jewelry toggles make up a second category of jewelry closures, along with  lobster claw clasps, for handmade artisan jewelry, mass-market costume [...]

Mar 28 2013

How to pick just the right gift of jewelry

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(NC)—A pretty piece of jewelry from a gallant admirer is one smart way to get her attention. Women regularly buy adornments for themselves—and as a gesture of caring they also like to give jewelry to other special women in their lives. “Selecting a bracelet, a ring, or earrings for someone else requires some vision, but [...]

Mar 28 2013

Jewelry makes even the giver feel special

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Valentine Shopping: (NC)—If you find it hard to express your feelings for her, a gift of jewelry can do it with no words at all. Better still, observers say, jewelry is a gift with two-way benefits. She will get to wear a timeless adornment of your affection—and in turn, the giver gets endless brownie points [...]

Mar 27 2013

Jewelry-Making DIY Basics – What is a Lobster Claw Clasp?

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Those who work with jewelry supplies and beading projects may forget that  not everyone knows all the terminology of jewelry making components.   Learning the terminology of jewellery-making supplies will help you to  communicate your desires for jewelry components to your local bead store, your  jewelry designer or your jewelry supply vendor.Handmade artisan jewelry, mass-market costume [...]