On May 3, 2010, Interweave announced their newest arrival: an online community for jewelry makers of all skill levels and all interests. From beginners to masters, Jewelry Making Daily was created to be a melting pot of learning, sharing, and having fun...

The Center for Metal Arts is announcing the opening of the Second Annual Charles Lewton-Brain Foldform Competition. The deadline for entries is July 1, 2013. This year the competition is using an online submission form to streamline the process. Visit...

From the JMD archives, here's one of my favorite blog posts ever. Judging from the amount of comments and feedback we received, it was one of your favorites, too! Enjoy this look back... The lovely old acrostic key brooch I saw on Antiques Roadshow...

On May 3, 2010, Interweave announced their newest arrival: an online community for jewelry makers of all skill levels and all interests. From beginners to masters, Jewelry Making Daily was created to be a melting pot of learning, sharing, and having fun...

Chasing and repoussé are tied with gem cutting at the top of my techniques-to-learn wish list. I can't think of any other jewelry-making or metalsmithing technique that can create so many unique designs on metal or one that creates such an...

On May 3, 2010, Interweave announced their newest arrival: an online community for jewelry makers of all skill levels and all interests. From beginners to artisan masters, Jewelry Making Daily was created to be a melting pot of learning, sharing, and...

Discover the hottest new wire jewelry designs with the Step by Step Wire Jewelry June/July 2013 issue. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned veteran, this issue has design tips for everyone to craft beautiful wire jewelry! You'll discover showstopping necklace projects, including a design by Shannon L. Schmid combining wire wrapping and colorful lampwork beads. Learn wire tips from a pro! 2013 Featured Artist, Kate Richbourg, presents an edgy "Crystal Funk" bracelet project. Check out these latest tips and tricks with easy step-by-step directions and photos! Plus, make a hip leather wrap bracelet, perfectly paired with a summer sundress!

With so many one-of-a-kind designs it's easy to be inspired by the fun and unique projects in this issue of Step by Step Wire Jewelry. Grab your pliers and get started today!

HAVE A HEART!  BONUS ONLINE DESIGN!  Click here for the design of the beautiful heart-shaped pendant from our "Tied Up in Knots" June/July cover piece by Christina Haney Dykes!