Memory Wire Bracelet I’m always trying to learn new jewelry making skills. I have been selling my handmade jewelry in my Etsy shop Crafty Little Gnome for over 7 years now. My latest obsession is working with wire and beads and making memory wire bracelets. No matter how I try to downsize my bead collection, it […]
Succulent Ring Tutorial
Succulent Ring Tutorial Happy Monday Gnomies! I hope you had a great weekend. Last week I shared a flower crown tutorial with you. I’ve been enjoying playing with flowers and plants in the garden and incorporating them into fun flower crowns and jewelry. You may also like: How to Make a DIY Ring Display Today […]
Strawflower Ring
Last week I took a private class with a local florist, Natalie of Pozie by Natalie. I learned how to make flower rings and crowns and succulent rings. The projects that we worked on turned out beautifully, and I will be sharing some tutorials in the coming weeks. Today I am going to show you […]
Lace and Clay Pendant DIY
Lace and Clay Pendant DIY A girl can never have too many pieces of jewelry. Making jewelry is one of my favorite pastimes and something that people of all ages can enjoy. If you are going crazy trying to find ways to entertain your kids this summer why not break out the craft supplies and […]
Polymer Rose Ring Tutorial
When I first started selling jewelry on Etsy I made these polymer rose rings. It took me a long time to practice sculpting them but once I perfected my technique I made them in every color of the rainbow. The jewelry that I make for my online shop has evolved over time and although I […]
Constellation Necklace DIY
How to Make a Constellation Necklace This week’s jewelry tutorial is a little…cosmic. I am going to show you how to make a constellation necklace. Astrology, zodiac and constellations have been trendy themes in design for a while now. This cute pendant uses polymer clay and rhinestones to make a pattern in the shape of […]
DIY Beaded Chevron Necklace
Happy Tuesday Gnomies! Hope you all had a fabulous 4th of July last night. Today I have a really cute beaded necklace tutorial for you. This necklace is fun to make and easily customizable to coordinate with any outfit. Check it out! Supplies: 2-4mm beads in different finishes and colors. You will need 8-10 beads […]
DIY Stretchy Beaded Bracelet
For today’s jewelry tutorial I am going to teach you how to make a stretchy beaded bracelet. Beaded bracelets are very trendy these days. You can buy them at all different price points but they are so simple to make and only cost a few dollars to DIY. Why not make some chic stretchy beaded […]
DIY Sea Urchin Necklace
I have been experimenting with some new jewelry making ideas and methods. I like the idea of using unusual items like shells or urchins as jewelry. You may remember a few weeks ago I showed you how to make a sea urchin incense holder. Today’s tutorial uses the steps for the incense holder urchin but […]
DIY Boho Earrings
I started making these earrings for my jewelry line Crafty Little Gnome Jewelry but they are so fun to make I thought I would share a tutorial with you. These earrings are a great statement piece and an easy way to add a boho vibe to an otherwise plain outfit. Supplies 16 gauge brass craft […]