https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:25:26 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-359654 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 16:40:37 +0000 Debbie 359654@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I used to sell make and sell jewelry to stores. I think I burned myself out. Occassionally I will make something. I need to mess with it again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-359633 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 15:46:15 +0000 StacyJo 359633@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also make my own jewelry. Mainly knotted pearl necklaces with a twist (I'm such a pearl gal). Also, I direct sell pearl jewelry (not my own). I find the process so relaxing (like crocheting) as well as having something unique not found anywhere else. Lately I've been studying Chanel's 1920s necklace designs and using those for inspiration on my own designs. For example, black diamonds and pearl necklaces are quite elegant albeit expensive. So what I am doing now is using freshwater round pearls with black crystal spacers on a current design. When I am finished, I'll upload a photo to share. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-359578 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 14:43:10 +0000 Angie 359578@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Barbara, may we have a peek at your fab self-made jewelry? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-359577 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 14:41:50 +0000 Jjsloane 359577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I made jewelry in a store for years (beadwork on leather, string, wire, etc...) and have quite a stash of supplies, but like Bianca I have little time (my son is 6 and daughter 2.5). I have problems purchasing in store because I know I can make same/similar (yet never get around to it). I've made earrings to order for some mom group friends and if I need something to match a special outfit and have time I will whip something up. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-359568 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 14:37:51 +0000 Anonymous 359568@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've learned to make beaded and pearl jewelry for myself and for gifts. I especially enjoy creating pieces for my sister who can't have any metal except 18C gold touching her skin. It's a fun creative outlet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-359477 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 11:29:05 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 359477@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've wanted to learn how to make jewelry for some time but haven't found a studio that teaches it. I guess I haven't looked too hard though. Maybe after spanish classes.</p> <p>I too would like to see some of the creations. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-359465 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 10:23:13 +0000 juliobagdon 359465@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Choose your beads lay out the design for your necklace on a piece of paper.Cut your bead wire.Attach one end of clasp to your bead wire.Slide your beads onto the soft-flex wire.Attach final clasp to our necklace.There should not be a space between the beads. Crimp the bead with the pliers, and trim any excess wire.</p> <p><a href="http://www.glassofvenice.com/">Murano Glass</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-205020 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:49:27 +0000 RandomThoughts (Andrea) 205020@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm actually trained as a metalsmith (from back when Parsons still had a metal department); hollow form construction of S/S jewelry is my favorite. Since I don't have a studio right now though, I do some beading. I've made some necklaces that I'm enjoying. Mostly Swarovski, Czech glass, coral, turquoise, amber etc. I'm hoping we can get our garage arranged so that I can get back with my torch! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-205013 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:31:29 +0000 NK 205013@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've made a few things, but I'm not that great at it just yet. I tried on a necklace today that I bought a while back and would like to restring because it just doesn't lay right. I'm scared to take it apart though, because I'm also a huge procrastinator and I'm afraid I'll never get it put back together! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-204996 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:28:45 +0000 bj1111 204996@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ladies,</p> <p>you know i want to see pix of your creations, right? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-204995 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 20:22:55 +0000 biscuitsmom 204995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wish I could! But Im clumsy by nature and have little feeling in my fingers, so I'd have a hard time doing it...I so admire the talent of the ladies who can! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-204958 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:58:27 +0000 Barbara 204958@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Steph! Like you, folks have noticed and asked about my jewelry, especially my chunky bead bangles. I don't use plastic or glass beads either. Only Swarovski crystal cubes will do when I want to go sparkly. Not quite ready to sell my jewelry. I'm enjoying having (almost) exclusive rights to it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-204954 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:49:58 +0000 Steph 204954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I make jewelry. I use sterling silver and gold fill, and sometimes 14k gold or white gold, if I'm making something really special. I stick with semi-precious gemstones (and have used sapphires in the past as well) and pearls; I don't use plastic, glass, crystal or spacer beads in my work. </p> <p>I have never really sold my jewelry, although I make a lot for friends and family. I have done one set of bridesmaid jewelry, and right now I am making a bridal necklace and earrings for a cousin, and I might do her bridesmaid jewelry as well. The only time I have sold my jewelry was when I made a friend a sapphire and 14k white gold bracelet--I charged her for the materials because they were so expensive. I have also sold jewelry as a fundraiser for the animal rescue group I volunteer with. I get a lot of compliments from random people on the street, so I have considered selling my stuff on a larger scale. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-204949 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:43:30 +0000 Barbara 204949@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Girl, you ARE busy. *SIGH* I remember those wonderful mommy days; my "little" boy is 25 now! Your time for crafting will come, just enjoy those rascals. They grow SO fast... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-204942 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:40:23 +0000 Bianca 204942@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have the pliers right upstairs and clasps and all! But my two little boys (4 and 2) keep me busy (and I'm in Grad School) so there isn't much time for anything else right now (sshhh don't tell them I'm on the computer). But It is craft I would LOVE to pick up again. It would be a fun girls night out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-204934 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:35:10 +0000 Barbara 204934@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hey Bianca. If you are able to repair jewelry, then you have the touch! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-204924 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:28:35 +0000 Bianca 204924@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wish I could have more time to do so! There is a great store nearby that offers classes. Uggg someday! (But I do fix a lot of my own jewelery). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/handmade-jewelry-do-you-create#post-204917 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:22:58 +0000 Barbara 204917@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Four years ago, I took wire wrapping jewelry classes and ever since I've been designing and crafting sterling wire and bead jewelry - bracelets, necklaces and earrings. I so enjoy the entire creative process! Lately I've been making bangles with silver wire and agate or jasper beads. It's fun wearing jewelry that I made myself to coordinate with my clothes. And I love gifting my sisters and nieces. Any other crafty lassies out there? </p>