Dream Again Jewelry – Bold and Beautiful Jewelry

Last Updated on Wednesday, 12 May 2010 09:20 Written by DreamAgainJewelry Tuesday, 11 May 2010 08:38

Making jewelry has always been a passion of mine. I have been making jewelry for 17 years, since I was 20 years old. I happened into my first bead store while on vacation in Santa Cruz, CA., I immediately fell in love. The glass, clay, porcelain, metal, pearl, and shell beads overwhelmed me. I had no idea how to make any jewelry, but I bought some African trade beads, some leather, and some clasps. My first attempts were rather simple, but I was hooked. I am a completely self taught jewelry artist. I read all the books I could get my hands on, and later I searched the internet. I find great pleasure in making jewelry and I hope you find great pleasure in wearing my one of a kind treasures.

I make three different collections of jewelry; the bold and beautiful, vintage inspired, and chainmaille. All my jewelry is made by hand with pliers, wire, chain, beads, and stones. I don’t solder anything, it is all securely wrapped in wire. I sit at the work table and look over all my beads, and there are many, and just let the inspiration strike. I start dreaming up the jewelry and before you know it, I have a beautiful necklace, bracelet, or one of many other beautiful creations. I love to do custom work.
I spend my time making and selling jewelry on Etsy, writing about jewelry matters at my blog.
You can also follow me on Twitter, and my Facebook Fan Page.

Featured Artist – Enchanted Beading

Last Updated on Tuesday, 27 October 2009 09:51 Written by Manic Butterfly Sunday, 1 November 2009 06:00

I am a woman of many passions. As a wife, mother, and teacher I am passionate about family and children. As a writer, I am passionate about the written word. And as a jewelry artisan, I am passionate about beading.

Enchanted Beading is a reflection of creativity, imagination, desire, passion, romance, and story. Every piece is a story. The earrings worn on a first date. The beads around your neck during a passionate kiss. The bracelet dangling from your wrist during a dance.

Things I love ~ the scent of roses, strawberry wine, chocolates, Jane Austen, spring winds, birdsongs, ocean waves, family and friends, smiling children, a great romance, ballroom dancing, the ballet, musical theatre, joyful music, kisses, Disney World, the sweet taste of watermelon on a summer day, fireworks, snowflakes, fine wine, a mountain view, waterfalls, silk, kittens, and time to create.

Find my work at Etsy.
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Featured Artist – Island Crystal Crafts

Last Updated on Tuesday, 1 September 2009 01:06 Written by Manic Butterfly Wednesday, 2 September 2009 06:00

I am a stay at home mom of three and have the best husband who supports me in all that I do. When I am not running the kids where they need to go I like to bead just about anything. I make jewelry, candle holders, mini purses, and beaded ornament covers.

I have always been a very crafty person. I got into beading two years ago when I was given a bracelet for Christmas and I saw how it was made and said I could do that. I have been making jewelry for family and friends since then. I gave a necklace to my best friend and she told me I should sell my jewelry. I went to my first craft fair last year and loved it. She and I were doing research on where to put our items up for sale and found ETSY. We both loved it and now have stores of our own.

Find my creations at my Etsy shop.
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