Michael's Madness Event

Black & Ruby Blink Necklace

Make this memorable piece with faceted glass and Cubic Zirconia beads.

Designed by Molly Schaller for Bead Gallery®

Crafting Time: 2 hours
Skill Level: 3

Click Here to Learn How

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Fun 4th of July Activity

This fun craft is great idea for the Fourth of July. We had great fun making them!

This is what you'll need:

• Mini Craft Sticks
• Foam or Felt Squares
• Foam or Felt Circles
• Glue
• Wiggle Eyes
• Paint - Red
• Paint - White
• Paint - Blue
• Paint Brush
• Magnets

1. Use paint to color craft sticks using the photo as a reference.
2. Glue five craft sticks together to create a flag shape. For Uncle Sam, use 2 wood squares for hat and face.
3. Cut a small circle from foam sheet for face.
4. Glue on wiggle eyes.
5. Once paint and glue has dried, attach a piece of magnet to the back.

Happy Fourth of July!!!

Celebrate ~ Spring is Here!!!

It is time for the flowers to begin blooming! How about some new earrings to celebrate the Spring season?

In our online store we have a beautiful collection of Spring Flower earrings that are very light-weight and so comfortable to wear everyday.

These designs are one of my absolute favorite collections. I always get compliments when I wear any of these earrings! They just finish off some of my favorite Spring outfits! The colors are wonderful!

Celebrate ~ Spring is here!!!

Don't forget, fellow bloggers receive 20% off in our online store!

Unique Valentine's Day Gifts

Need a Unique Gift for Your Special Valentine?

Check out the custom jewelry and accessories we have available in our online store! We have a beautiful collection of Valentine earrings that are very light-weight and so comfortable to wear everyday.

Our designs are unique and offer wonderful colors of the season. They are a great way to say "I love you". Or a perfect way to finish off any Valentine outfit! The colors are wonderful!

Be sure to check back often!!! New designs are posted regularly!

Don't forget, fellow bloggers receive 20% off in our online store!

Fun Tissue Paper Valentine Vase

Looking for a fun gift idea for kids to make? This Valentine’s Day vase is great idea. Kids will have tons of fun adding their own personal touch to their vase.

What you will need:

• Mod Podge® Sparkle
• Tissue Paper - Various Colors
• Scissors
• Paint Brush

Instructions:

1. Cut or tear tissue paper in small random shapes.


2. Paint thin coat of Mod Podge onto outside of vase in a 6” square area.


3. Place small pieces of random colors of tissue paper into wet Mod Podge letting them overlap slightly. Brush on Mod Podge over top of applied tissue. Brush more Mod Podge adjacent to the area just completed and continue to place tissue into the wet Mod Podge. Continue this process until vase is covered with tissue.


4. Cut heart shapes from silver paper. Use Mod Podge to attach to project where desired.


5. Use liner brush to apply Mod Podge around hearts and write “LOVE”.


6. Let dry completely.

Chirstmas is Coming!!!

Get into the holiday spirit with some festive Christmas earrings! Sure to add holiday spirit to any outfit!

In our online store we have a beautiful collection of holiday earrings that are very light-weight and so comfortable to wear everyday.

I wear these earrings during the entire month of Decemeber and I get compliments everywhere I go. They also make great gifts!!!

Be sure to check back often!!! New designs are posted regularly!

Don't forget, fellow bloggers receive 20% off in our online store!

Fun Way for Kids to Personalize Gifts

Looking for fun ways for your kids to customize holiday gifts?

Here is a fun way to turn a simple holiday gift bag into a personalized special gift in no time...

What you will need:

• Gift Bag
• Acrylic Paint (Green, Red, Brown, Yellow)
• Pencil
• Paper Towels
• Paper Plate

Directions:

1. Use pencil to lightly draw tree onto bag as a guide.


2. Place green, red, and white paint onto plate.


3. Have your child place one to two fingers in paint and press their painted fingers inside of drawn design until complete. Clean child’s fingers when switching to a different color.


4. Border gift bag with red fingerprints as shown.


5. Let dry completely before using.

You can also use this technique to create fun cards or wrapping paper!

Bring Fall Color Indoors

Create this beautiful ornament to help enjoy the colors of the autumn season.

What you'll need:

• Glass Ornament of choice
• Fall Leaf and Berry Floral Picks of choice
• Wire Cutters
• Narrow Velvet Ribbon (Brown or Orange)
• Low Temperature Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
• Gold Cord for hanger
• Scissors

Instructions:

1. Remove cap from ornament. Cut picks into smaller pieces to fit inside ornament and fill ornament as shown. Replace cap.
2. Wrap velvet ribbon around cap and glue in place. Trim excess.
3. Glue some leaves and berries to cap as shown.
4. Cut cord to desired length for hanger and tie onto cap.

Fall is Here!!!

How about some new earrings to celebrate the wonderful colors of the season?

In our online store we have a beautiful collection of Autumn earrings that are very light-weight and so comfortable to wear everyday.

These designs are some of my absolute favorite! I always get compliments when I wear any of these earrings! They just finish off some of my favorite Fall outfits! The colors are wonderful!

Be sure to check back often!!! New designs are posted regularly!

Don't forget, fellow bloggers receive 20% off in our online store!

Don't Forget Grandparents Day on Sept 13th!

Grandparents are our heritage and are essential members of our families and communities. Let's not forget to set aside some special time to honor them on National Grandparent's Day.

Take this opportunity to spend some quality time with your grandparent. Have fun! Create a project together that spotlights his or her life. Or spend some time doing something special together.

For some fun ideas visit the offiicial National Grandparents Day website.

And let's not forget shut-ins and those in nursing homes who are unable to be with their families or have no families. Try to make a extra effort include these special people with cards, community projects or a special visit.