Human beings have been smithing silver for millennia. I was surprised to learn, therefore, that significant advances in silver metallurgy have been made as recently as the 1990s. Sterling silver, by definition, contains 92.5 wt% silver metal and 7.5% other metals, traditionally mostly copper. In 1998, however, Peter Johns of Middlesex University obtained a US […]
By Olivia DeMirjian Photos by Susan Sheridan Over the summer, I went to art class with my mom, who is an artist. Her art teacher showed me a project that really interested me – colorful bracelets made out of paper and glue. She showed me how to cut and roll the paper to create a […]
While most of the time I enjoy the instant gratification of a super-quick craft, I also really love and appreciate projects that require a bit more time and focus. This beautiful clustered pearl necklace from Alicia at Dismount Creative is a great example. While not a difficult project, it’s one that will take some time […]
Making your own jewelry is a lot of fun, but sometimes the findings are … well … hard to find, or add up quickly. If you’re looking for an easy and inexpensive way to whip up a pair of earrings, check out this tutorial from Disney of Ruffles and Stuff that uses paper clips and […]
You might have noticed in our own Meg Allan Cole’s “How to Make an Upholstered Headboard” video a very funky geometric necklace she was wearing. WELL, in her latest video Meg shows you how to make this simple accessory. Take a look.
By Jennifer Nieman I have always had an eclectic vision for progressive fashion, and while I know it’s hard keeping up with the latest trends, I find it imperative to organize one’s accessories. A girl’s greatest struggle is those winding seconds before she has to jet out the door on a hot date to only […]
I know we’re all saying “We can pickle that!” these days, but show the birds some love, okay? In honor of the start of the second season of Portlandia, Jennifer from Naughty Secretary Club created a tutorial for this awesomely kitschy bird brooch. I kind of really want one, and I bet you do too. […]
