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Happy Summer! Our inspiring virtual tour takes us from colorful India designs to earthy Africa creations. Join us on this journey with our friends from Swarovski Create Your Style to explore Crystals Around the World "An Inspirational Color Story" ~ to inspire creativity everywhere!
Get ready to learn some fun + easy jewelry making techniques!
Find links below for VIDEO TUTORIALS showing quick tips, project materials, tools & supplies lists.
Lets make something together on this Inspirational Color Story . . .
Interested in making these projects? Be sure to pick up our Limited Edition Sahara Sundance Bead Mix, which is full of a gorgeous assortment of Swarovski Crystals, Chrysocolla, Dark Green Turquoise Heishi Discs, Kenya Silver Heishi Spacer Beads, Czech glass, Fire Polished Glass + Asian cut crystal.
Swarovski Crystal colors inspired by this Africa Color Story are; Tangerine (259) + Light Siam (227) + Fern Green (291). Because you can never have too many crystals, I also included their stunning Crystal Paradise Shine rivolis for added sparkle + shine!
This Africa-inspired color palette of crystals, gemstones + glass beads complement our natural brass, solid brass, solid pewter, copper antique, gold and silver finishes beautifully!
Feel connected to love, energy and power as you make and wear this earthy necklace. Varying circle layers creates a sense of completeness. My Artisan Fringe Necklace Kit is adorned with a stunning Swarovski crystal, natural Chrysocolla stone and touch of leather, giving this design an organic, yet elegant vibe.
Learn how to Make a Filigree Wrapped Crystal Connector, Bead Link + Leather Fringe >>
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Make a colorful beaded-charm cluster with my Adorned Trade Bracelet Kit. Quickly turn a brass antique skinny oval into a bracelet connector by adding a hole and gently forming to fit the curve of your wrist. Pair with our carnelian colored trade bracelet and decorative chain for a layered look. Simply wrap a shimmering Swarovski crystal rivoli with our tapestry bead cap and form wrapped loop bead drops with a variety of crystals and a fire polished glass bead. Bring these baubles together with a triangle jump ring + organic charms.
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Make a statement with a mixed-metal assortment of exquisite artisan elements. Create hand crafted hammered details on natural brass rectangle blanks. Simply form them into unique bails and suspend layers of organic circle components. Have fun with this quick + easy technique and assembling this Tribal Bib Necklace Kit.
Learn how to Make a Textured Bail + Mixed Metal Layered Pendant >>
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It's all in the details! This Embellished Fringe Necklace Kit has the perfect blend of natural elements + a touch of sparkle. Create hammered texture on the bottom-half of natural brass blanks and delicately wire-wrap tiny crystal beads with artisan copper wire. The combination of 10k gold + natural brass metal finishes, trade silver, dark green turquoise heishi discs and stunning translucent light siam Swarovski crystals gives this pendant a regal appearance that demands attention.
Learn how to Make Embellished Fringe Components >>
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Simply Stated! Make this unique design with my Rising Sun Earring Kit. Add a hole to the center of half circle component, make a wire-wrapped dark green turquoise heishi bead link and embellish ear wire with a faceted brass bead. String a mix of gemstone + silver heishi beads to an eye pin, form a simple loop and easily curve to reflect the opposite side of half circle shape. Attach to flat end of component to complete design.
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Hammered mixed metal components pair lovely with earthy + elegant beads in this Organic Circles Earring design. With easy twists and turns of an eye pin you can create beautiful bead links and embellished ear wires to dress up your look.
Learn how to Make Embellished Ear Wires + Wrapped Loops >>
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Perfect summer earrings, neutral with a splash of color! Center your focus on a pair of stacked vibrant orange glass + light siam red crystal beads surrounded by layers of natural brass circular components. Add interest to ear wires by simply tripling up cube spacer beads and securing with a crimp to create these Desert Sun Earrings.
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We have a special gift for you in JULY!
For retail DIY orders $50+ you'll receive this FREE Mixed Metals ARROW PENDANT *whiles supplies last.
Thank you for taking the time to check out my Africa-Inspired Color Story DIY Jewelry designs and tutorials! I hope you found a new technique you haven't tried before and you enjoy creating these projects as much as I did. Browse our entire Vintaj Hand Tools collection for all your jewelry making needs. While gearing up for summer, take time for full of new projects and inspiration!
Happy Designing ~ Jess
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Whisk yourself away into the world of whimsy with the creation of candied enamel puffed heart and lock charms. Using the dynamic duo of UV resin and Ultimate Paint, these charms come alive in a burst of vibrant, playful colors. Transform solid pewter charms into glossy, whimsical, candy-inspired creations. These irresistibly charming and colorful charms are sure to infuse a dose of delight into your jewelry, crafting a fun and cute narrative with every wear.
In this blog post we will be embracing the latest trend in crafting, decoupage sea shells. When it comes to creating these exquisite coastal-inspired pieces, Vintaj Glaze serves as the ideal decoupage medium. Its finish not only protects your carefully chosen decoupage designs but also accentuates their beauty by adding a subtle sheen. For a finishing touch add gold edging with Vintaj Victorian Gold Ultimate Paint.
Crafting colorful domed enamel pendants takes jewelry making to the next level, thanks to the dynamic combination of Ultimate Paint and UV Resin. Ultimate Paint offers a wide range of vibrant colors, allowing you to explore various shades and create unique designs on each pendant. When combined with the elegant curve of a domed shape and sealed with UV Resin, these pendants acquire a polished, glassy finish that reflects light beautifully. This process results in stunning, wearable pieces of art that effortlessly blend color and texture, making for eye-catching accessories that stand out in any crowd.
