Tag Archives: mixed metal

Crafty Creations – Birds On A Wire Necklace

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Linda

Today’s crafty creations is a necklace that I found on LimaBeads. It is a ceramic pendant “Birds on a Wire” on colorful hand dyed silk ribbon. The ribbon is randomly knotted, small beach stone pebbles dangle on one side of the pendant. The clasp is a antique copper hook and eye. Continue reading →

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Mixed Media Necklace

Posted on September 23, 2012 by Linda

Here is the necklace that I made from my rag beads. The ones that I made a tutorial for awhile back. Sorry, I’m a little slow about posting the picture. I have been working on my pictures….The picture taking part of my jewelry business is the hardest part for me. I have never been great with a camera. In fact when my girls were little and I took video’s of them with the giant… Continue reading →

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Ceramic & Leather Leaf Charm Bracelet

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Linda

This bracelet is handmade with leather cord and ceramic beads. The leather is knotted in between each bead, then on each end is a loop that is held together with a copper wire wrap. Copper jumprings are Continue reading →

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How to Make Fabric Rag Beads

Posted on July 29, 2012 by Linda

This is a DIY project on how to make your own fabric rag beads using artistic wire, burlap, strips of material of your choice, and seed beads. These beads would look great added to a necklace, bracelet, etc. Easy to follow instructions. Continue reading →

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DIY Crackle Paint

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Linda

Do you like learning new crafty ideas? I know I do, especially if there not only great ideas or tips, but they save money too. Those’s are the best. If you are a painter you might like this DIY idea… Continue reading →

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This Weeks Featured Artist – “Rasmussen Gems”

Posted on July 8, 2012 by Linda

This week featured artist is a very talented artist that has a strong love for gemstones. John Atwell Rasmussen of “Rasmussen Gems”. John was born in Pennsylvania, but lived in several different states as a boy. While growing up John developed a love for geology and natural science. John taught geology for a while then he became… Continue reading →

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Upcycled Bracelet

Posted on June 3, 2012 by Linda

I made this bracelet when entering the Handmade Artists “TRASHY CONTEST”…To enter the contest, the item had to be made by you, and the main element must be something that would be considered… Continue reading →

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Featured Artist of the Week – Nancy of “NancysWildWireArt”

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Linda

This weeks featured artist….Nancy is a self taught artist that is very passionate about her creating. She loves creating fun and beautiful…. When asked “How long have you been an artist”, she answers with…When not creating she loves spending time with… Continue reading →

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