Every creative entrepreneur has to start somewhere, and successful jewelry designers and authors Nancy Alden, Stephanie Wells, and Scott David Plumlee are no exception. Before they became known for founding multi-million-dollar jewelry businesses, adorning celebrities, and teaching sold-out workshops, how did some of our favorite jewelry experts learn their skills and start designing? Their answers might surprise you as these experts take us around the world, from Egypt to the Caribbean, and look back on the beginnings of their jewelry-making journeys.
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Posts Tagged ‘Jewelry’
Ask the Jewelry Experts: What inspired you to begin designing jewelry?
Thursday, February 2nd, 2012Free Graffiti Bracelet Project from The Art of Resin Clay
Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011
For jewelry enthusiasts, resin clay is a dream come true. It’s easy to work with, cures without firing, and can mimic many different materials. Try it for yourself with this free project from The Art of Resin Clay by Sherri, Rachel, and Michelle Haab.
Designer Spotlight: A Chat with Jennifer Chin of Hot Connections Jewelry
Thursday, July 28th, 2011
One glance at award-winning artist Jennifer Chin’s modern yet delicate jewelry designs, and it’s easy to see why her jewelry line is called Lush Metals. Luckily for jewelry makers, Jennifer now shares her techniques in Hot Connection Jewelry, a go-to reference for mastering the art of soldering, with 23 in-depth lessons and 15 projects straight from her workbench. We caught up with Jennifer just as she was returning from a busy show in Ann Arbor to talk about her first book, as well as how she manages to run a business and still carve out time for creative pursuits.
Free Pattern – Crochet Lace Necklace from Twist and Loop by Annie Modesitt
Monday, April 25th, 2011
We found another great classic, free pattern from Annie Modesitt in the PotterCraft archive – the Crochet Lace Necklace.
Bubble Wrap Necklace from Jewelry Upcycled! by Sherri and Michelle Haab
Thursday, April 7th, 2011
Earth Day 2011 is just around the corner (April 22), and what better way to celebrate than with this clever necklace? Steven James designed this elegant, eco-conscious piece by fusing layers of bubble wrap. It just goes to show, you can look good and be good to the Earth (and, be honest, who doesn’t love bubble wrap?).
Chain and Bead Jewelry Geometric Connections Project Slideshow
Monday, November 1st, 2010
In Chain and Bead Jewelry Geometric Connections, Scott David Plumlee opens up a world of possibilities, creating an amazing array of jewelry all based on a traditional configuration of jump rings.
A Chat with Jewelry Superstar Sherri Haab
Monday, March 1st, 2010
In January’s CrafterNews we brought you inside Sherri Haab’s studio and shared some of her ideas for creating a workspace that is inspiring, relaxing, productive, and full of personality. We had to know more, so we talked with Sherri about her new book Sherri Haab Jewelry Inspirations, asking her questions ranging from what it was like to write such a personal book to what surprising item you might find in her tool kit. Click through to read our interview with Sherri.
Technique 101 with Donna Kato: Polymer Clay Direct Toner Copy Transfers
Monday, February 1st, 2010
Donna Kato visited our booth at CHA last week to share some tips on millefiori technique (check back for pictures in next month’s issue). We had such a great time learning about polymer clay that we wanted to share some more of Donna’s wisdom with CrafterNews readers—like this tutorial from her book The Art of Polymer Clay Creative Surface Effects: how to transfer printed images onto polymer clay, including a step-by-step slideshow.
Guest Blog Post: A Trunk Show Tryout with Mai Flores
Monday, February 1st, 2010
Mai Flores—jewelry designer and author of Wrapped in Gems: 40 Elegant Designs for Wire-Wrapped Gemstone Jewelry —has a trunk show this month at legendary Fifth Avenue boutique Henri Bendel. It runs from February 4th to the 6th, so stop by if you’re in New York City!
If you’re wondering what it feels like being selected for an exclusive retail opportunity, Mai’s just the person to ask. Click through for a behind the scenes account of the day she was chosen to participate in her first trunk show at Henri Bendel—and get a free project download for her Icicle Drop Necklace too!
