Jewelry Spotlight: Whitewood Beads and Nangka Beads

A modest material usually found in the offices and in our homes, wood has been considered to be the makings of a gift to mark the early years of marriage.

 

At the moment, wood has taken the jewelry world by storm.

 

Let’s take a look at two wood beads that hold a pride of place in every jewelry enthusiast’s creations.

 

Whitewood…

Basic Beading Supplies for a Smooth and Fun Beadwork Part 2

A piece of intricate jewelry, when created by a beader for the first time, can be absolutely gorgeous. But it can also be a bit challenging to work on.

 

With a few basic tools, you should have no trouble in continuing your jewelry projects and in making your work wildly artistic in the future.

 

Magnifier. You may have a work light…

Basic Beading Supplies for a Smooth and Fun Beadwork Part 1

New to the world of beading?

 

Whether you’re already an experienced beader or a newbie, it’s always a good idea to have the essential supplies in your toolkit. You may be overwhelmed with the selection but there are only a few necessary tools to begin with.

 

Enjoy your beading projects with a solid foundation of the items below.

 

Beading Thread. Unlike regular…

6 Spring Jewelry Trends To Rock This 2019

Springtime calls for colorful yet eye-catching jewelry trends!

 

We are seeing a few comebacks this year — jewelry that is bold and vibrant, and creates an impression. Apart from the usual dainty and prim jewelry that we typically see every spring, the trends this year have now reached a level where pieces like chains and links can be worn with…

6 Jewelry Gift Ideas for Valentine’s Day

Looking for the perfect Valentine’s day gift? Why not give your Valentine a beautiful and meaningful jewelry?

 

Forget about teddy bears and chocolates, do it different this time and give jewelry instead. Whether your Valentine is an adventurer, a lover of luxurious brands, a hippie or just a laid-back person, she will definitely love and appreciate the effort that you…

How to Keep Your Creativity Flowing This 2019

Have you ever tried working on piece after piece of fabulous jewelry and then voila!- You’re stuck! The creative ideas are out the window even though you’ve been working on your creations for over a few days.

 

This 2019, how can you keep your creative juices flowing? What will you do when you’re stuck in a rut?

 

Talk to customers. If…

January Birthstone: The Bewitching Garnet

Happy birthday, January babies!

 

January’s birthstone, the garnet, has a rich and celebrated history. This stone has been known to symbolize many outstanding qualities like loyalty, self-confidence, and passion. It is also a lucky stone for business relationships, love, and success.

 

If you’re one of the few to be born in January, you are in for a treat as garnet comes…

December Birthstones: The Fabulous Turquoise, Tanzanite, and Zircon

December Birthstones

Got the winter blues?

 

December has three birthstones to help you fight the chill this month –turquoise, tanzanite, and zircon.

 

With shades of blue found on these stones, you won’t have trouble adding a bit of sparkle to your winter outfits.

 

These gemstones are surprisingly inexpensive but their beauty is incomparable. Zircon can be a nice replacement for diamond, tanzanite can…

November Birthstones: The Dazzling Topaz and Citrine

Born on the month of November?

 

You’re in for a treat as you can take a pick between two bright gemstones to lighten up the cool season. Topaz and citrine are both popular for bringing warmth and fortune to the wearer.

 

These two birthstones also look quite similar that at times, they can be mistaken for one another. But they are…