Jul 31, 2009
Jul 30, 2009
Interchangeable Earrings - Idea Extended
Since having first come up with the idea of having interchangeable earrings, I have now extended that idea. When I thought about the idea some more I decided it would be great if I could offer a choice of earring bases and a choice of drops.
So far I have come up with three different bases; the original square/diamond base, a swirly base and a hoop base. I will also be creating a twisted wire hoop base very soon.
There are also now six different drops to choose from; prehnite, snowflake obsidian, rhodonite, lavender jade, amethyst and bluestone. Obviously the choices here could potentially be limitless, or maybe I should say limited only by the range of beads I have in stock.
Each of these sets of Interchangeable earrings will be available within the next few days. I will be selling each base with three drops (buyer can choose which drops), and then also offering the drops to be purchased separately as extras.
So far I seem totally unable to get a clear picture of the snowflake obsidian drops, but other than that I would love to know what you think.
So far I have come up with three different bases; the original square/diamond base, a swirly base and a hoop base. I will also be creating a twisted wire hoop base very soon.
There are also now six different drops to choose from; prehnite, snowflake obsidian, rhodonite, lavender jade, amethyst and bluestone. Obviously the choices here could potentially be limitless, or maybe I should say limited only by the range of beads I have in stock.
Each of these sets of Interchangeable earrings will be available within the next few days. I will be selling each base with three drops (buyer can choose which drops), and then also offering the drops to be purchased separately as extras.
So far I seem totally unable to get a clear picture of the snowflake obsidian drops, but other than that I would love to know what you think.
Jul 29, 2009
Australian Beading Forum
The Beading Forum was the first forum that I ever joined and I was fortunate enough to discover it shortly after taking up jewellery making.
When it comes to beading or making jewellery this forum has something for everyone. When I first joined the forum the help I was given by other members of the forum was invaluable. Every time I was stuck on something or needed help about how to do something there were always plenty of members ready to give advice.
There is a great beading chat section where you can discuss all things beads, jewellery etc. to your hearts content with like minded people. There are specific sections for certain techniques - lampworking, clay, seed beads, chainmaille & wirework and metal work - no prizes for guessing which of those sections I contribute the most to!
There are also challenges, jewellery swaps, designer quests and group buys - enough to keep you going for a long time.
The other great thing about the forum is just how international it has become. Although hosted in Australia there are members from quite a few other countries with the USA and England very well represented.
I have been a member of the forum for over three years now, have met some great friends in local meet ups (more about that some other time) and can honestly say that I would have serious withdrawal symptoms if it should ever disappear.
So if you are into all things beads or jewellery - why not pop over and take a look for yourself!
When it comes to beading or making jewellery this forum has something for everyone. When I first joined the forum the help I was given by other members of the forum was invaluable. Every time I was stuck on something or needed help about how to do something there were always plenty of members ready to give advice.
There is a great beading chat section where you can discuss all things beads, jewellery etc. to your hearts content with like minded people. There are specific sections for certain techniques - lampworking, clay, seed beads, chainmaille & wirework and metal work - no prizes for guessing which of those sections I contribute the most to!
There are also challenges, jewellery swaps, designer quests and group buys - enough to keep you going for a long time.
The other great thing about the forum is just how international it has become. Although hosted in Australia there are members from quite a few other countries with the USA and England very well represented.
I have been a member of the forum for over three years now, have met some great friends in local meet ups (more about that some other time) and can honestly say that I would have serious withdrawal symptoms if it should ever disappear.
So if you are into all things beads or jewellery - why not pop over and take a look for yourself!
Jul 28, 2009
Cocktail Rings
Previously only having made a few to sell at the markets I am now starting to include cocktail rings in my Etsy store.
Made with sterling silver wire, I enjoy being able to vary the look of my cocktail rings with a wide variety of gemstone beads. Rather than just always using round gemstone beads to make the rings, I also use oval and barrel shaped beads and these can really make the ring stand out.
Using more wraps around the band of the ring or circling the bead a couple of extra times can also really change the look of the ring.
Up to now I have not really experimented too much with rings but finding how enjoyable it can be to play around with the cocktail rings I will be starting to explore the possibilities of rings a bit further.
These are a few of my current cocktail rings - those that don't have links yet will be uploaded to my store over the next few days.
Jul 27, 2009
Monday Features
If you want to rediscover your girlhood fantasies and re-explore the world of dress-up then look no further than Meagan's shop Kaedankrafts. Meagan, a single mum of three kids, loves to create wonderful things for babies, children, teens and for anyone in between - but what really stands out in this shop is that Meagan creates the most gorgeous women's tutu skirts, perfect for when you want to feel like a princess!
Meagan states that as a mother to a toddler, she has embraced her inner princess and fairy all in one. Now she thinks that every single woman should embrace their inner princess and wear a tutu around the house, out to the store, a party or anywhere they please.
With such a gorgeous selection to choose from why should it just be little girls who have all the fun of dress-up - embrace your inner childhood and indulge your fantasies!
Meagan states that as a mother to a toddler, she has embraced her inner princess and fairy all in one. Now she thinks that every single woman should embrace their inner princess and wear a tutu around the house, out to the store, a party or anywhere they please.
With such a gorgeous selection to choose from why should it just be little girls who have all the fun of dress-up - embrace your inner childhood and indulge your fantasies!
Christine, a fellow Queenslander is the crafter behind LittleDivaCrafts. As a mother to three young children Christine started out creating for her own kids.
Now she loves buying fabrics from all over the world and creating gorgeous toys, clothes and accessories for not only her three little cherubs but for yours too...
Christine states that sewing, designing and creating is her outlet and her sanity!
Take a peep into her store and look at some of the gorgeous girls' dresses she has on offer, as well as the super cute Snigglebottom family!
Now she loves buying fabrics from all over the world and creating gorgeous toys, clothes and accessories for not only her three little cherubs but for yours too...
Christine states that sewing, designing and creating is her outlet and her sanity!
Take a peep into her store and look at some of the gorgeous girls' dresses she has on offer, as well as the super cute Snigglebottom family!
Jul 26, 2009
Sunday Special
With only a few hours left to run of the Dust Team Christmas In July sale I am offering a very special deal to the first three people who buy something in my sale..........25% Discount!
I am still offering 15% discount to all other purchases as well as a FREE pair of gemstone earrings with all purchases over $100 (after discount).
With over 130 participating shops there is something for everyone in the CIJ promotion: jewellery, children's clothes, bags, cards, artwork, ladies clothes - take your pick and start your Christmas shopping early.
A promotional thread is running in the Etsy forum that will continue until Sunday night Etsy time, with draws held every few hours giving you a chance to win free prizes.
So what are you waiting for - pop on over to Etsy and check it all out!
I am still offering 15% discount to all other purchases as well as a FREE pair of gemstone earrings with all purchases over $100 (after discount).
With over 130 participating shops there is something for everyone in the CIJ promotion: jewellery, children's clothes, bags, cards, artwork, ladies clothes - take your pick and start your Christmas shopping early.
A promotional thread is running in the Etsy forum that will continue until Sunday night Etsy time, with draws held every few hours giving you a chance to win free prizes.
So what are you waiting for - pop on over to Etsy and check it all out!
Jul 25, 2009
New Design - Tornado Earrings
I decided that I needed a few more pairs of earrings for my store. Ironic really, it was my love of earrings that got me into jewellery designing in the first place and now I don't seem to make that many compared to other things!
Anyway, I decided that it would be fun to make a coil and then pull it apart, or maybe I should say "lengthen" it since I don't literally mean to pull it apart. I then decided to make the coil around my pliers to create more of a cone effect rather than having the coil the same width all the way down.
So, I had my two cone shaped coils, and I started to stretch them, separating the individual coils from each other. A couple of separate twists created a slightly widening effect just below the top. I decided I didn't want the coils spread too evenly, thus creating more of a tornado effect, hence the name.
The outcome couldn't have been too bad since the original pair I designed were stolen off my market stall the very next day after I had created them before I'd even taken a picture. Still I decided it was a design worth repeating, and no doubt will do so again.
And here they are - my Tornado Earrings!
Anyway, I decided that it would be fun to make a coil and then pull it apart, or maybe I should say "lengthen" it since I don't literally mean to pull it apart. I then decided to make the coil around my pliers to create more of a cone effect rather than having the coil the same width all the way down.
So, I had my two cone shaped coils, and I started to stretch them, separating the individual coils from each other. A couple of separate twists created a slightly widening effect just below the top. I decided I didn't want the coils spread too evenly, thus creating more of a tornado effect, hence the name.
The outcome couldn't have been too bad since the original pair I designed were stolen off my market stall the very next day after I had created them before I'd even taken a picture. Still I decided it was a design worth repeating, and no doubt will do so again.
And here they are - my Tornado Earrings!
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