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Meet it Monday: Precision Jewelry Tools
If you’ve ever made jewelry with lots of repeated steps or have made jewelry “production style”, where you make several of the same piece, you know that having good tools that fit your hand are important. This set of Darice Jewelry Tools is among my favorite jewelry making tools. They are small and light weight and have [...]
Continue reading...Meet it Monday – Tim Holtz Alcohol Inks
6. December 2010
When I first heard the term “alcohol inks,” several years ago, I couldn’t possibly imagine what use I would have for them. Alcohol? In an ink form? Isn’t alcohol for drinking? Or cleaning wounds? And then there were so many other terms that went along with them – ink applicators, blending solution, metallic mixatives…I admit, [...]
Continue reading...Darice’s Clay Tool Set
21. September 2010
Modeling and Polymer Clay crafting tools.
Continue reading...Bead Spinner by Darice
25. August 2010
We love gadgets that make our crafting easier and more fun, and the Bead Spinner by Darice fits the bill. Great for jewelry makers and knitter/crocheters alike, the Bead Spinner makes it easy to load seed beads onto wire, thread, or yard saving you time and effort. Take a look at the demonstration video below. [...]
Continue reading...Mini Bowdabra Review and How to Make a Loopy Bow
30. June 2010
The Mini Bowdabra is one of my favorite bow-making tools. I have been using both the Mini Bowdabra and the original Bowdabra for several years to create bows for seasonal themed crafts, wedding bows, hair bows, and kid crafts. When purchasing the Mini Bowdabra I would recommend purchasing the Bowdabra Bow Wire. The Bowdabra Bow [...]
Continue reading...How To Clean (and Care for) Your Paint Brushes
4. March 2010
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR PAINT BRUSHES: Wipe off excess paint from your brush using a cloth or paper towel. If using oil paints, rinse the brush in turpentine. Use lukewarm water if you’ve been using a water-based medium. Never use hot water as it can expand the bristles, causing them to fall out. Wipe your [...]
Continue reading...Tool Comparison: Round Nose vs. Chain Nose Pliers
2. March 2010
In order to start working with wire and bead jewelry, it is necessary to begin to collect some specialized tools. You will discover that using the proper tools for your projects can mean the difference between an enjoyable project, and utter frustration. The most essential tools in your kit will be a pair of Round [...]
Continue reading...Getting Organized in 2010!
9. February 2010
I have spoken to so many crafters that tell me in the 2010 one of their goals is to get their craft space organized. This seems to be a common goal around the beginning of each year so I decided it would be fitting to do a few organizational related posts for all of you. [...]
Continue reading...Tool Tuesday: Crimping Pliers
19. January 2010
Crimping pliers are an essential tool for creating jewelry with beading wire. The little loops used to attach a lobster clasp or trendy toggle clasp to beads strung on wire is created by looping the wire in half, and securing with a crimp bead. There are several types of crimping pliers – Micro, Regular, and [...]
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7. February 2011
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