Strung Out

RSS
Designing for Halloween

Designing for Halloween

It may still be August, but “Halloween” is already everywhere! We see it in the shops, online, in commercials, and more. And if you are designing costumes and jewelry for Halloween, you know it takes time to create and it’s...

Read now
Barbie, Barbie, Everywhere!

Barbie, Barbie, Everywhere!

We love the happy pink Barbie trend sweeping the world right now! That vibrant pink color is so fun to wear and design with. It instantly screams joyous happiness. I think we all needed some Barbie in our lives right...

Read now
Preciosa Czech Glass Seed Bead Spotlight

Preciosa Czech Glass Seed Bead Spotlight

To most jewelry makers, seed beads are like candy. They are truly yummy and delightful. Of all the different types of beads out there, I own more seed beads than any other style. I have Toho, Miyuki, Matubo, generic Czech...

Read now
Spotlight on July’s Birthstone: Ruby

Spotlight on July’s Birthstone: Ruby

Creating jewelry using birthstone colors is a lovely way to personalize a design, whether for yourself or as a gift. If you are selling your designs, this is a nice way of creating a connection with your customer. Every month...

Read now
Rainbow Inspiration!

Rainbow Inspiration!

If you are looking for something happy and cheerful, look no further than a rainbow. There is something magical about rainbows, even to adults. They conjure images of magic and mystery, beauty that appears out of nowhere and only last...

Read now