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Get Festival Ready!

Get Festival Ready!

19/06/2015 0
Afternoon beaders!  Ahhhhh....it's that time again...Friday afternoon. The weekend is so close! Who's got crafty plans? Since summer is almost here and the music festivals are in full swing (with Glastonbury coming up next week)....I thought I'd share a few of our colourful summer inspired jewellery design ideas, perfect for accessorizing your festival wardrobe. Click on the images to take you to the design where you can add the 'ingredients' to cart if you fancy giving any of them a go!  Celebr...
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Curious About Chain Maille?

Curious About Chain Maille?

12/06/2015 0
Hey Everyone! If you're like i've always been in regards to having a go at chain maille which was "No, no and no....i really don't fancy it.".....then i strongly recommend you take no notice of that little voice and have a go. You'll be so glad you did....i know i am! In fact, i might even go as far as saying that i'm a little addicted to the Byzantine chain maille weave....:0 It's simple to do once you know how and it looks stunning. The brilliant thing is, you only need chain maille rings/jump...
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♥ Fashion at Cannes 2015! ♥

♥ Fashion at Cannes 2015! ♥

18/05/2015 1
Hello! This week i've been having a nosey at the gowns and jewellery worn by the stars at this years Cannes film festival. I have to say....i was shocked at how many celebs opted to wear no jewellery at all and simply let their clothes do the talking. For the ones that did jewels....they went all out. Diamonds and chunky colourful gemstones were a massive hit this year. Naomi Watts dazzled in a beautiful beaded/sequined Ellie Saab gown and stunning diamond tassel necklace by Bulgari...          ...
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Herringbone Stitch Tutorial

Herringbone Stitch Tutorial

15/05/2015 0
Hello! The weekend is here again! If you find yourself with an hour or so with nothing to do but twiddle your thumbs....why dont you pick up a needle and thead, grab those seed beads and have a go at off loom bead weaving? You can have a bracelet whipped up in no time to show off to friends and family. It looks far more complicated than it really is. This week i created a basic flat herringbone stitch tutorial for you guys to follow, complete with pretty pictures so you don't get lost! Flat Herr...
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