11 Responses

1. Haily Leung

   September 11th, 2008 at 12:43 pm

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   There is never enough time for turning ideas into finished products, especially when you have a full time job. I’ve already matched all the stones and materials and put them in separated bags, all waiting for me to assemble them together. I’m looking forward to the weekend when I can spend all day behind my bench.

   http://www.gems99.com

2. James

   September 19th, 2008 at 5:17 am

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   Hi, I found your blog on this new directory of WordPress Blogs at blackhatbootcamp.com/listofwordpressblogs. I dont know how your blog came up, must have been a typo, i duno. Anyways, I just clicked it and here I am. Your blog looks good. Have a nice day. James.

3. kerrie

   November 6th, 2008 at 11:52 pm

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   Hey,
   Maybe I can be of some help to you. I just closed a store and have too many tools and books and beads to know what to do with. Email me and i’ll see if I can help you out.
   -Kerrie
   Kerriejewelrydesigns.etsy.com
   Kerrielynntaylor@gmail.com

4. Brandy

   March 8th, 2009 at 4:25 pm

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   HI! I recently decided to start exploring my creative side, and I love it! My latest fun hobby has been jewelry making, and I’ve been researching different ideas and playing around with them. I love your site. I’m very new to the whole jewelry making thing, but I have been enjoying it a ton! You have awesome designs and ideas. Have a great day!

5. kenya williams

   April 13th, 2009 at 10:51 pm

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   oh my goodness, i love your work! i just started a handmade jewelry blog and was wondering if you would like to exchange links.
   you can contact me by email to let me know if your game!
   thanx!

6. Sarah

   May 3rd, 2009 at 11:48 pm

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   Hi!

   I completely understand how hard it is to find inexpensive parts or pieces for handmade jewelry! When I’m on a budget, I start to get creative. I’ve began making jewelry with inexpensive (and fun!) materials (keys, coins, buttons…).

   Here’s an example of a piece I’ve made with inexpensive materials:
   http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24514675

   Hope that helps!
   Sarah (SuaVoce Designs)

7. Cindy

   May 12th, 2009 at 11:22 pm

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   I know what you mean. I have begun making my own charms for Halloween Jewelry. I also paint Halloween decor items. I’ve begun selling them on a new blog. halloweenspiritcharms.blogspot.com. Maybe you could sell your stuff (or do you already?) This could help support the “habit” LOL. I don’t know how one ever comes out ahead though.
   Cindy

8. Jessee Lin

   June 12th, 2009 at 8:57 pm

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   I love making jewelry also and have very active children and find myself spending coutless hours a week at games and practices. I found a portable bead board that I bring with me every where it was under $30 at the local craft store and I love it.

9. Christina

   June 18th, 2009 at 5:20 pm

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   Check out Pearl Paint. They have a wide selection of beads and tools for a great price. My favorite Jewelry designer (Tina Tang) in New York City started from scratch 8 years ago and it has been a very rewarding business. I hope to achieve the level of success that she has!

10. Michele from Moon Fairy Glass

    August 9th, 2009 at 10:27 am

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    I thought as the kids get older, I’d have more time! Not so, even when they’re in school - I still don’t have enough time! That’s why I started a jewelry diary of sorts. It’s about the size of a small planner. You could get a gorgeous leather bound journal like mine at your local bookstore. I take it with me everywhere that I might have a minute to daydream. You know how you grab a magazine to get inspiring ideas, well take your jewelry journal with you. It’s easier to start than you might think. Just sit a moment and start doodling out a design. Maybe something you’ve already made but could make better! The ideas will start pouring onto the pages! It’s an amazing feeling to go back through and look over your ideas when you need a quick inspiration fix- and they are YOUR ideas!
    Good Luck,
    ~Michele

11. Jewelry DreamZ

    August 11th, 2009 at 4:13 pm

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    It is essential that you write down a list of steps for each project. Put the list on a clipboard and whenever you find extra time do each step one by one until the project is done.

    Courtesy of Tabby with JewelryDreamZ.com