Harness the energy of The Force, or find your own source of strength when you create a custom bail for a crystal point. Becky Nunn shares a technique for using Crystal Clay, texturing tools, and your own embellishments to create a look both trendy and uniquely your own.
We're thrilled to (finally!) share our favorites from the collection of stunning jewelry submitted to Facet's Design Challenge for March. We were looking for simple knots, endlessly twisting wire, spirals or triskelions bursting with mystical energy — and you sent us some magnificent jewelry.
Bead&Button associate editor Diane Jolie shares with us the origins of this special day, and shows us that beautiful jewelry that can come from surprising and unexpected materials! We love to upcycle →
In part two of Juli McCarthy's article about what it is like to be a jewelry vendor at a Renaissance Faire, we learn about important things like "Her Majesty's share" and "consulting the oracle." What a fun place to sell →
It's time once again for Bead&Button magazine's annual contest and exhibit celebrating bead artistry. Jewelry artists from around the world submitted their best work, and after several rounds of jurying, we're pleased to announce the finalists for 2017! Find out who made the cut →
Check out this roundup of great classes at the Bead&Button Show in Milwaukee this June. Whether you're a beader or a metalsmith, a beginner or a master, there is always something new to explore. So many skills to learn →
Let's Talk about Steampunk
We're pleased to welcome guest blogger Alyson Grauer, here to help us get into character for a comic com or sci‑fi convention.
