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The Beading Gem's Journal

Informative, inspirational and entertaining blog for jewelry artisans.
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Listed in: Jewelry, Crafts
Related Topics: artisan, crafts, hand made jewelry, handmade jewelry, jewelry
Author: Pearl
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9.2
excellent
based on editor's review
8 user reviews 9.4


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Elven Inspirations - Ear Cuffs and Ear Wraps

Nov 5, 2009
I'm all ears Part 2 of 2 Karla of Thyme2dream on Artfire takes ear cuffs and ear wraps to a whole new level.  Her gorgeous designs are beautifully embellished with beads and wire work. Each one has been hand forged to fit ears just so. They are...

The Cold Hearted Snake Earpiece sends shivers down your back

Nov 4, 2009
I'm all ears Part 1 of 2 Looking for something different to wear with that special bare back evening gown? Then you can't beat the hip multi-chained Cold Hearted Snake Earpiece (available in different metals) for sending shivers down your back -...

Craftgawker site showcases craft photography

Nov 3, 2009
Making jewelry is not nearly as hard as taking good pictures of them. Agreed? Indeed jewelry photography is often the first major obstacle for many a budding artisan. It was also a big issue for me when I first started this blog (check out my past post...

Double holed Sliders for Earrings

Nov 2, 2009
Double holed Inspirations Part 2 of 2 Double holed crystal slider beads are usually used for bracelets. However many beginner beaders like them and have wanted them for earrings. We've always encouraged them to go for it. Shown here is Terri's...

How to make Button Rings Tutorials

Nov 1, 2009
Double Holed Inspirations Part 1 of 2 Button rings are really fun to do - I can get carried away doing a whole bunch of them. There are so many lovely buttons to choose from and that includes your own button stash!Combine a few for some fun, funky...


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Tamara J.
10.0
superb
  The Beading Gem's Journal is truely fantastic!! Pearl's writing is meticulously clear & concise, yet warm in tone. She has a flawless instinct for just the right amount of information with every post. Her inexhaustibly informative topics cover a 'perfect' range. She stays on-topic for those of us love-struck with jewellery, but still keeps posts diverse and interesting. I LOVE the historical pieces, but have often been helped more than she might imagine by her instructive/creative idea posts. Some days she brings us things so 'out-there' I'd never have imagined them, and at others she brings us back to the simplicity of a student's first bead creation. Somehow she manages to do such a great job, time after time (I'm sure it's not ALL she has to do!). I'd rate her blog an 11 if I could.
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Posted 1/28/09 12:01 PM


Carla
9.6
excellent
  I love the unique style very very nice thank you I will visit often
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Posted 1/21/09 9:01 PM


Diana N.
9.9
excellent
  This blog is one of my absolute favorites. I love the mix of topics related to jewelry and jewelry making. I especially like the historical insight that is actually really, really interesting and sometimes better than the modern soap opera!
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Posted 1/3/09 12:01 AM


BetteJo B.
9.6
excellent
  Love this blog! Pearl shows examples of handmade jewelry, writes about the history of beads and famous jewels as well. There is always something new and interesting here!
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Posted 12/22/08 11:12 PM


Capitola Gir...
9.0
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  This is one of the most informative jewelry blogs out there in blog land. Every trip to Pearl's blog is a learning experience. She researches her topics exceptionally well and is always posting something different or surprisingly unique. I like to visit her site to learn about new jewelry artists, techniques and for well written overviews about history of various jewelry mediums.
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Posted 10/7/08 3:10 PM


Lady Roots
9.3
excellent
  Sistren Pearl is a woman with a passion for beads, beading and beaded jewelry. I have seen many unique pieces featured on her blog. She encourages new beaders to explore colour combinations, textures and a mixture of styles.
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Posted 7/11/08 11:07 AM


Jim J.
9.8
excellent
  This is the very best jewelry blog anywhere.
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Posted 6/27/08 2:06 AM


Dina C.
8.3
great
  I enjoy reading this blog. It is interesting and informative.
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Posted 6/2/08 1:06 AM