Happy Holidays my friends! I had meant to write this post earlier in the season, and then what happens every holiday season happened, time just flew by! I don’t know if it’s the hustle of the season, the parties and...
As jewelry makers, we sometimes feel like making grand complicated projects, and then sometimes we feel like making quick and easy designs. I must admit that I like to make both, and sometimes I will even make a few quick...
In previous blog posts we have found color inspiration in flowers, vintage labels, and the work of William Morris. Now we take a trip to Paris and gain inspiration from three lovely pieces of work on display at the Musee D'Orsay...
It’s almost December 1st and the holidays feel like they are in full swing! I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and I know I am looking forward to all the upcoming Christmas festivities. I am also really looking forward...
Ever since I was young, I can remember my family emphasizing that handmade gifts are the best gifts. They are full of thought and care. I have continued this tradition with my own family and encourage my kids to make...
There were lots of happenings in 2022 at Beadaholique and one of the most exciting ones was the addition of the PRESTIGE line of crystals and components. These lovely Austrian crystal beads and pendants add luxurious sparkle to your designs. We...
Brooches are one of those pieces of jewelry that I do not have a lot of, but the ones I do, I treasure! I think it’s because they are not as common, worn as frequently, or as easy to find...
Wire gauge was a new concept to me when I first started making jewelry. I had no clue what “gauge” meant and why it mattered. Now that I understand it better, I realize why it’s so important and how it...
Tis the season for holiday jewelry and lots of good cheer! Even though I am a jewelry designer, I must admit that daily, I don’t always wear a lot of jewelry. I tend to put it on for special occasions...
