When it comes to stringing beads the most important thing is the stringing material. This is determined by what you are stringing and what you want the finished piece to look like.
Using Bails in your Jewelery
November 30, 2017 By 1 Comment
Make quick pendants that you can switch out easily with the use of a bail. Using bails is quite simple, let me show you how.
Making a Concho Pendant with Sizzix Die Cutters
November 10, 2017 By 3 Comments
In this tutorial I will show you how to use the Concho dies for the Sizzix Jewelry Studio Tool. We will make a trendy concho pendant necklace with a tassel.
It’s a Snap-Making a Leather Bracelet with the Sizzix Jewelry Studio Tool
November 4, 2017 By 2 Comments
Your Sizzix Jewelry Studio Tool can cut many different shapes to make jewelry with. In this tutorial we are going to use a basic shape and turn it into an amazing DIY leather bracelet.
How to Make an Eye Pin for Jewelry
October 6, 2017 By Leave a Comment
Making Your Own Eye Pin for Jewelry:
When creating your jewelry there are times when you can’t find the eye pin that you need. In these cases I make my own, getting a custom size without extra waste. In this photo tutorial I will show you how to make an eye pin for jewelry.
*This post has been sponsored by Beadalon*
Macrame Around a Ring to Make Your Own Components
October 4, 2017 By 1 Comment
Jewelry Making Quick Tip with Candie: Macrame Around a Ring
*This post has been sponsored by Beadalon*
On your jewelry making journey there are times when you can’t find the right component you need for your project. When this happens it is a great time for us to try new skills and expand our creativity and make our own components. Today I have a photo tutorial for you how to macrame around a ring.
Crystal and Beadalon Flat Memory Wire
May 24, 2017 By Leave a Comment
Reading through your messages on Facebook there are often questions about Beadalon memory wire. I thought that I would put together a little project for you to try with Beadalon’s FLAT memory wire. [Read more…]
Hi, I’m Candie. I design jewelry and crafts, author books, teach classes and host television programs. I thrive on simple ideas that anyone can achieve. I also love projects made from unexpected materials that stand the test of time. Join me as I lead a creative life! 
