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Bohemian Elephant Jewelry Project & Kit

24 May 2016 No Comments

Bohemian Elephant Jewelry Project & Kit

Did you know that an elephant with an upward trunk is a lucky symbol?  I love symbolism and adding meaningful components to DIY jewelry projects. Candie Cooper here to show you a new kit on the Jesse James Beads site that allows you to easily make your own elephant earrings and necklace set. This bohemian […]

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by jessejamesbeadsblog in bead trends, candie cooper, DIY, leather Tags: Beading Blog, boho, boho bead jewelry, diy jewelry, elephant jewelry, gypsy, leather jewelry

The History of Trade Beads

17 May 2016 No Comments

The History of Trade Beads

African style beads and trade beads are so popular in current DIY jewelry making. You know the style – rustic  texture with vibrant colors, marked with very rhythmic, tribal patterns. These trade beads have been around for a very long time. Trade beads date back to as early as the 15th century and were used […]

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by jessejamesbeadsblog in bead history, bead trends, beads Tags: african trade beads, bead history, beads as money, diy african jewelry, how old are beads, the history of beading, trade beads

Knotted Trade Beads from Jesse James Beads5

17 May 2016 No Comments

Bead Knotting Tools and Trade Bead Kits

Are you ready to try silk knotted jewelry?! One of my most very favorite stringing jewelry making techniques I’ve learned in the past couple of years is silk knotted jewelry.  That’s how I made this necklace.  Knotted jewelry is so flexible and that’s one of the reasons I love it so much. Candie Cooper here […]

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by jessejamesbeadsblog in bead tutorial, beads, candie cooper, Uncategorized Tags: candie cooper, diy silk knotting, how to knot beads, how to knot silk for jewelry making, knot-a-bead tool, silk knotted jewelry, trade beads

Ideas for selling your jewelry creations

14 May 2016 1 Comment

On Your Mark, Get Set, Start Your Jewelry Business!

Jesse James Beads has so many wonderful customers that have their own jewelry business on the side or full time.  They are selling their handmade jewelry pieces at the office, online, and at festivals.  The Business of Beading classes have been really popular at Bead Fest so Sarah and I thought it would be fun to […]

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by jessejamesbeadsblog in bead show, beads, business Tags: Beading Blog, diy jewelry, how to sell your crafts, make it to sell, starting your jewelry business, unique beads

DIY Lanyard Kits from Jesse James Beads16

10 May 2016 No Comments

Beaded Lanyard Kit

Beaded lanyards. All the cool kids are wearing them! Hey you guys, Candie Cooper here with some exciting new DIY beaded lanyard kits to tell you about from JJB!  One of the most requested pieces of jewelry I get asked to make is lanyards for teachers, nurses, and more…  And the more trade shows I […]

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by jessejamesbeadsblog in bead tutorial, beads, candie cooper, DIY, gift, keychain, Uncategorized

Jesse James Beads Goes to School

03 May 2016 No Comments

Jesse James Beads Debut on Jewel School on Jewelry Television

Yes, Jesse James Beads went to the most fun school we can think of– Jewel School!  Did you happen to catch Jewelry Television’s popular jewelry making show, Jewel School, yesterday?  If you missed it, the beads made their big, sparkling debut. Candie Cooper here with some sneak peeks of behind the scenes on Jewel School […]

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by jessejamesbeadsblog in beads Tags: Beading Blog, beads, candie cooper, jewel school, jewelry making, jewelry television

Polygon Perfection Earrings - How to Make Geometric Dangle Earrings with Nealay Patel for Jesse James Beads

01 May 2016 2 Comments

Polygon Perfection – How to Make Geometric Dangle Earrings

    I love the style of geometric dangle earrings, and absolutely adore the cool new polygon Geo Space Cage Beads that JJB has! I’ve never seen anything like these wire frame little wonders, and they got my imagination wondering! This geometric dangle earring design came to my mind immediately when playing with the cage […]

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Mother’s Day DIY – Make a Handmade Bracelet for Mom

30 Apr 2016 No Comments

Mother’s Day DIY – Make a Handmade Bracelet for Mom

Make a handmade bracelet for mom this Mother’s Day. Beautiful memory wire bracelets are so pretty, and a snap to put together. Mom will love receiving a gift from the heart from you this Mother’s Day. Give her a handmade bracelet that has all your love poured into it. We have four different kits to […]

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by jessejamesbeadsblog in bracelet, DIY, gift, holiday, sale, sarah james Tags: bead kits, beaded gift, diy gift idea, give a gift with love, handmade jewelry, how to make a memory wire bracelet, how to make jewelry, jewelry making kits, mothers day craft

Purple Beads to Celebrate Prince

29 Apr 2016 No Comments

Purple Beads to Celebrate Prince

  This week we invite you to be inspired by our purple beads to celebrate Prince, the pop king that reigned over our sound waves with his iconic lyrics, unique electro beats, avant garde fashion sense, and flair for all things unique. Prince like so many of you loved the color purple. He incorporated this […]

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by jessejamesbeadsblog in beads, pop culture, sale, sarah james Tags: beads for charity, handmade purple jewelry, memorial jewelry, music icon, prince, purple beads for jewelry making, tribute jewelry

In Memory of Prince – Purple Rain Necklace

27 Apr 2016 1 Comment

In Memory of Prince – Purple Rain Necklace

Like everyone, the sudden passing of Prince has made mine and everyone at JesseJamesBeads.com hearts’ ache.  As artists, we are lucky to be able to express our sadness through our creativity.  Here is a necklace I created as a small Prince Purple Rain Necklace Homage and a letter of sorts to him. Dear Prince, Through […]

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by jessejamesbeadsblog in bead trends, bead tutorial, candie cooper, DIY, jewelry designer, Jewelry making, necklace, pop culture Tags: choker necklace, how to make a choker necklace, how to make jewelry, memorial jewelry, pop culture jewelry, prince, prince necklace, purple rain, raspberry beret

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