This is a fun tutorial from Karen at I Always Pick The Thimble. I have a lot of vintage brooch pieces that would be fun to incorporate into a necklace. Great idea! To see the full tutorial, visit Karen’s blog at: http://www.ialwayspickthethimble.com/2015/03/17/anthropologie-inspired-vintage-brooch-necklace/ Shop These Items: Chain Jump rings Rhinestone Chain & Rhinestone Connectors Lobster Clasps
In my opinion, polymer clay does not receive the attention that it so deserves. Polymer clay is polyvinyl chloride that will harden when properly baked. It is a great art medium for mixed media jewelry artists to use with rubber stamps and acrylic paints. With this post I hope to inspire you to open your […]
I have often said, “Nunn Design Jewelry Findings are like Legos® for artisan jewelry makers.” I get a kick out of designing products that are thought to be one thing, but aren’t limited to just that purpose. Just when I think I have used it in all of the ways possible, one of my staff […]
I really enjoy designing components that can be used in multiple ways. Here are some samples to show you what I mean. Cheryl created this great bangle bracelet with the Crest Tag Small Circle. Crest Tags have no holes allowing you to create a charm or a connector on a necklace or bracelet. Stamp on […]
Once again, Pearl from The Beading Gem, has created another fun project! This time she has played with colorizing resin and embedding turquoise chip beads. She used the Nunn Design Earring Large Circles to create this great pair of earrings. Be Inspired! Learn How! To see Pearl’s full tutorial on how she made these earrings, […]
My first introduction to aluminum bracelets was when I was traveling years ago in Nepal. I was so drawn to all of the shops and stalls that sold Indian Wedding Bangles. They were all so bright and colorful and of course, the fashion was a full arm full. Here are some examples of the bangles […]
It is so much fun to see what other people create with the Nunn Design Findings. It is one of the joys of witnessing creativity in action. Each person puts their own spin on a finding thus making it uniquely their own. Some of us see a piece of jewelry and want to make “just […]
Earlier this week, we created a long overdue tutorial titled: 17 Tips For Metal Stamping on Nunn Design Flat Tags. Nunn Design Metal Stamping Blanks are cast in lead-free pewter and plated with copper, .999 fine silver and 24k gold. Pewter, as a metal, is softer than the various gauges of sheet metal and can […]
This technique of colorizing resin and using Open Frame Hoops is probably one of our most popular tutorials. The look of the finished jewelry can vary based on the frames and resin color thus allowing for a diverse look and feel. Check out the tutorial on this technique or watch the video at the end of […]
I loved hearing from all of you who submitted pieces to be included in our Brags on You! post. It is such great fun seeing how everyone creates their own look and brand using the Nunn Design Findings. I hope you are inspired to create! Not only is Linda Stiles Smith’s polymer clay jewelry stunning, […]
I am heading next week to The Bead & Button Show in Milwaukee, WI. Are you? If so, make sure to like us on Facebook and look for me on the show floor. All you need to do is say “I like Nunn Design!” and you will receive a free goody bag! Limited to the first […]
Screw Back Bezels are an easy way to add a bezel to any leather surface. The bezel is cast with a screw embedded into the backside, hence the item’s name “Screw Back Bezel”. We don’t try to be too clever around here, we just try to call them as we see them. Punch a hole […]
Did you know pearls are the only jewel created by a living creature? It is an organic gem, formed when an irritant such as a bit of sand or pebble finds it’s way inside the oyster shell. No grit, no pearl. I like that as a perspective on life, there has to be the grit or […]
Halloween is a very big celebration in our small Nunn Design hometown of Port Townsend, Washington. For this year’s Halloween Parade and trick or treating, the Nunn Family was a Murder of Crows for our Halloween Costume. A Family Collaboration The process of building out the costumes started in September. My 9-year-old daughter, Isabella, is […]
Learn How To Make This! I love this great Keepsake Bottle Tutorial from Julie Bead of Beadaholique! How to: Althea Necklace Watch the Video! [youtube]https://youtu.be/1CuRQ-bVbeg[/youtube] In Julie Bean’s online video, she explores different types of items that you can use to fill your Keepsake Pendants. Many of the items, you might already have! Video: Design Ideas […]