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Here is a video from the talented folks at Vintaj using their new rivets. Love them! You can find Vintaj findings at Bello Modo, they offer free and fast shipping.…
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Rings, Rings, Rings Supplies Needed: Ceramic Focal Bead accent beads(optional) approx. 20 inches of 18 gauge wire something round and close to the size you want your ring to be; ring…
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Today’s post is from Beverly Herman, she has been experimenting with patinas and has generously shared her process. I used Sophisticated Finishes to create the verdigris finish on the dragonfly. This…
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Okay, so I finally picked up a little micro torch from the local hardware store. I’ve wanted one forever, but always as one of those ‘some day’ things. After reading Candie…
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You want to put your unique stamp on everything you create, but maybe you aren’t at the point where you can create your own findings or perhaps time is an issue.…
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Art Bead Scene loves filigree but we’ve never defined it and done a Wikibeadia post on it. So we’re going to rectify that today! According to wiseGEEK “Filigree refers to the…
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I can’t take credit for this fabu project, my grandmother came up with the idea and just needed a set of willing hands to put it together. She recently redid her…
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Today Rosanne of FabFibers and Melanie from Earthenwood Studio and I are gathering together for a creative session exploring resin. We have bezels and objects to fill, images and text to…
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Rosanne and I are getting ready to etch some metal today. Our guide? This wonderful tutorial posted on the Etsy Metal Blog. Doesn’t seem too scary, wish us luck! We are…