It's once again time for a recap of the last two weeks of writing at Manekis Pärlblogg. This time you'll find the usually monthly update on current bead or jewellery-making challenges as well as how-tos for making carved wooden hearts, double hair combs, lampwork cabochons, metal blank journals and more.
November challenges
New challenges from Art Bead Scene, B'Sue Boutiques, Bead Barmy, Beads Direct, Operation Tackle That Bead Stash, Stitch n Craft, Stitched in Color and Vintaj, Andrew Thornton.
My giveaway
To go directly to my giveaway, click here.
Bead-it-Forward beaded quilt project
Bead & Button has announced they are taking over the roll as manager of Jeanette Shanigan's popular charity project. The theme for the quilts being auctioned off in June 2012 is birds.
Elastic double hair combs
How to make your own versions of the beaded double hair combs sold under such names as EZ Combs and African Butterfly hair clips.
Brass journal pendants
How to make journals from brass (or other metal) blanks linked together with jump rings so you can actually flip through them. Plus a link to a fun project creating book pendants with paper.
Daily earring inspiration
There's a new blog for handmade artisan earrings, created by Heather Powers (Humblebeads) and including several talanted jewellery makers.
Project Accessory-inspired challenges and bead-alongs
The Project Runway spin-off has inspired beaders and jewellery makers to create challenges and make-alongs following the premier season of the new show Project Accessory.
Carve a wooden heart brooch
Learn how to whittle a heart shape from a forked branch, creating rustic brooches as seen in the photo above. The project doesn't include basics for wood carving, but links for beginners have been added.
Halloween inspiration
Lists blog posts with themes of interest for anyone wanting to make Hallween-inspired projects. Plus links to bead shops with Halloween jewellery projects.
Websites for selling your handmade work
Both Swedish and international marketplaces for you handmade jewellery and beadwork.
Create lampwork cabochons
There are a handful of tutorials available if you wish to learn how to make lampwork cabochon.
DIY dress form jewellery display
A new tutorial for making your own exclusive jewellery display is available. Plus a tip for those of you who prefer buying a readymade version.
Testing precious metals
There are ways to test if you silver and gold is genuine. Here, the focus is on kits with test stones and acids, which you can buy and use at home.
Project Accessory
In the US, the premier season of the Project Runway spin-off Project Accessory is now running. Similar in concept, this show focuses on jewellery and other accessories instead of clothes.
Photo: Bjarne Kassan/365 saker du kan slöjda.
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