mad skills

  • ALLLLLLL about silk thread

    We are going to talk alllllllll about silk thread.  Our favorite knotting silk is the Griffin 100% Silk Cord.  It comes in a variety of colors and sizes.  The cord comes with a needle already attached with is so smart.   You will need to choose your silk based on the size of the hole in your bead...
  • Jewelry Making Tutorial: How to Use Waxed Linen in Handmade, DIY Necklaces, featuring the Drew Necklace Making Kit

    Waxed linen necklaces and bracelets are great pieces for anyone new to making their own jewelry, or anyone interested in trying a unique style of stringing! We offer several DIY Necklace Making Kits (shop here), as well as many colors and sizes of waxed linen itself. If purchasing a kit, t...
  • Jewelry Making Tutorial: No Tools Needed Leather Knotted Wood Necklace

    In this tutorial, we'll show you how to create the perfect fall or simple holiday necklace with only two materials: wood beads and leather cord. Easy for beginners or experts, no tools needed, totally customizable.    What is a knotted leather necklace? A knotted leather necklace is a beginner...
  • how to create a sputnik charm

    Today we're going to make our pearl sputnik charms.   The most important tools you'll need for creating a sputnik charm are our Designer Wire Cutters and our Round Nose Pliers, which you can find here. Depending on which of the featured projects you make, you may also ...
  • working with chain

    creating a chain necklace is a must-have skill for any jewelry designer. you may already be familiar with some of the techniques used, but if not, we're here to help! depending on the type of chain, and the complexity of the piece you're planning, you may need to use wire-wrapping to help attach ...