Artisan Jewelry

	Artisan Jewelry The jewelry artists featured here have made beautiful pieces which feature their own creations as the focal point. From handmade beads to even an artist who creates chain maille, there's bound to be something to meet your taste. All the website owners have included their favorite jewelry-making tips.
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Great Artisan Jewelry Websites

Jorgensen Studio
	This potter turned silversmith creates jewelry that is organic and draws from nature in both form and texture. She uses natural gemstones,vintage beads and cabochons and precious metals in her jewelry to create truly unique and beautiful pieces. She sells original pieces in her Etsy shop and also accepts commissions. Jewelry Making Crafty Tip When working with stamped or etched metals, a rawhide mallet is the best tool to use for shaping because it does not mar the design surface.
47 Visitors Since Jun 6, 2007 Additional Details



Lori Mendenhall Adornments, aka SparkleBee Gems
	Stunning and artistic jewelry featuring handcrafted beads. We have a large inventory of items ready for your enjoyment and we also accept custom bead, pendant, and jewelry orders. Jewelry Designing Crafty Tip Use matching colors in mis-matching shapes for an interesting look. Monochromatic designs look terrific if you use varying materials with different shades of the same color. Try polymer clay for light-weight beads which look unique.
66 Visitors Since Dec 28, 2007 Additional Details

Isabella Handcrafted Gemstone Jewelry
	We offer a gorgeous collection of flattering handcrafted gemstone beaded jewelry. An eclectic variety of modern and vintage inspired jewelry adornments in lovely gemstones. Free shipping and tax on all orders worldwide. Crafty Tip A great way to polish out scratches in silver is to use a gently abrasive toothpaste and a piece of cotton (old cloth or sock). Also works on DVD scratches too!
34 Visitors Since Jun 8, 2008 Additional Details

Charming Trinkets
	Great charm jewelry in all your favorite themes! I work in a variety of materials that range from simple beads and pewter to paper and shrink plastic. My hope is that my jewelry will make you smile! Jewelry Designing Crafty Tip When trying to choose jewelry for use with more than one outfit think about a piece that combines different metals and ingredients. A bracelet or earring with a mix of brass, copper, and silver can be worn with more things than if it were only one metal. Choose a necklace with several colors and it will work throughout your wardrobe. Mix up your choices and wear your jewelry more often!
9 Visitors Since Apr 6, 2009 Additional Details

Adornments by Amber Shannon
	A web site focused on handmade jewelery and accessories. Amber specializes in resin and glass jewelry pendents with whimsical and photographic features. Crafty Tip Always make what you want, it can make you happier and more creative. Do not focus so much on the trend because that will run you down.
17 Visitors Since May 15, 2009 Additional Details



Yifat Bareket's online Jewelry shop
	In her home studio shop, jewelry designer Yifat Bareket designs and produces unique jewelry using gold, silver, copper and brass and combines these metals with gemstones and crystals. Each and every piece of jewelry she produce is one off, unique, and there would be no other one exactly like it. The essence of her design brings together genuine materials with her own inspiration creating gleaming, energetic jewelry with an elegant look. Jewelry Designing Crafty Tip When designing a piece of jewelry, don't only think about its' appearance but about its' spiritual aspects too. When designing, think about what you want your jewelry to reflect and use the proper elements to achieve that vision. For instance, if you are working with gemstones, to create a loving piece of jewelry you should use Rose quartz and Turquoise, and to distance negative energies use Citrine and Amethyst.
17 Visitors Since Jun 23, 2009 Additional Details

Fishing Lure Jewelry
	Colorful and creative, my jewelry is individually handcrafted from fishing lure components. Offering one of a kind and custom pieces, there's sure to be something that will match your style. If you are looking for jewelry that will have your friends asking, "Where did you get that? I want one!", check out my Etsy shop today. Jewelry Designing Crafty Tip Work with materials that interest you. My love of fishing and tying my own flies led me to making fishing lure jewelry. I can try different designs out not only for my lures, but for earrings as well. This keeps me interested in making jewelry versus it being just a job.
24 Visitors Since Jul 21, 2009 Additional Details

ZesTee Fashion - unique T-shirts & jewelry
	At ZesTee Fashion online shop you can find one-of-a-kind original jewelry made with non-traditional materials made by a New Zealand artist. We also offer unique printed designed T-shirts including eco-friendly organic cotton and Bamboo. Delivery is worldwide. Jewelry Making Crafty Tip A useful tip for jewelery makers using cold connection - I recommend "Gorilla" Clear Bond - this is a clear strong craft glue that can be found in hardware stores. After testing many brands and glue types, this is the best and very strong. This is especially important when bonding non-absorbent surfaces, like metals, when you need a really strong bond.
11 Visitors Since Jul 23, 2009 Additional Details

Jewelry by Banou
	My jewelry design has a modern contemporary and minimalist look. Each handmade piece will be delivered in a beautiful gift-wrapped box. I love to experiment with different materials including sterling silver, copper, resin and enamel. Be sure to check out my resin rings and enameled earrings and pendants. Product Photography Crafty Tip Take your pictures outdoor in the sunlight - it gives you a more natural light to your objects and you don't need any light boxes as well.
7 Visitors Since Aug 27, 2009 Additional Details

Nature Themed Jewelry by Casey Sharpe
	I transform copper and silver from flat sheets and wire into dimensional representations of animals and other eclectic jewelry designs. I primarily use traditional techniques such as chasing, repousse, and other fabrication methods. Jewelry Making Crafty Tip Remember to pay attention to all parts of your piece, including the back and the bottom, because these are the little details that encourage people to by handmade work instead of cheaper mass produced things.
9 Visitors Since Feb 10, 2010 Additional Details