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Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #28-684-196 Handmade 12mm Ceramic Peace Sign Beads (10 Pieces)1 #49-948-77 Antiqued Pewter Plated Charm, Cast, Oval Peace Sign (10 Pieces)1 #20-111-41F TOHO Glass Seed Bead, Size 11, 2.1mm, Opaque-Frosted White (Tube)1 #39-541-01 Sterling Silver Jewelry Clasp, Infinity, 7x11mm (Each)1 #26-815-000 Silver Plated Metal Beads, Flower Spacer (strand)1 #61-733-19-89 Beadalon Beading Wire, 19 Strand, 0.024", 30' Spool - Silver Color (30 foot)1 …

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #AMIET-7 TOHO Amiet Beading Thread, Teal (20 Meters/22 Yards)1 #20-106-221F TOHO Glass Seed Bead, Size 6, Frosted Bronze (Tube)2 #49-943-07-AB TierraCast Mini Naja Charm - Antiqued Brass Plated (Each)1 #88-105-14-0 Vintaj Natural Brass Ribbed Cable Round Jump Ring, 6mm (10 Pieces)1 #39-145-15-6 15mm Lobster Clasp - Antiqued Brass Plated (12 Pieces)Tools 1 #65-017 Beadalon Tying Station (Each)1 #65-370 Fiskars Precision Tip Scissors for …

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #A3ZL-J4K9 DIY Crystal Glue Pen1 #G4A8-X2FJ Flat Back Rhinestones ss34 (7.27mm) - Crystal AB (72pcs)1 #9JF7-MPH8 The Beadsmith Solid Brass Flat Cuff Bracelet Base 19mm (0.75 Inch) Wide (1 Piece)Tools 1 #65-812 Crystal FX Pickup Artist (Each) OR 1 #65-811 Jewel Setter (pack)Designer Tips For this design, you will be using the Crystal Glue Pen to add flatback rhinestones to a brass cuff …

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #40-090-34-3 Silver Plated Disk & Loop Chain, 7mm by the FOOT1 #05-817-LTU8 PRESTIGE 5817 8mm Crystal Pearl Cabochon Crystal Iridescent Light Turquoise (10 Pieces)1 #37-133-3 Silver Plated Jump Ring, Round, Heavy, 4.5mm (Pack)1 #37-422-3 Silver Plated Head Pin, 2", Standard (ounce)1 #88-610-04-455 Preciosa Crystal Bicone Bead, 4mm - Crystal Honey (gross)6 #49-943-31-AS TierraCast Tiny Starfish Charm - Antiqued Silver Plated (Each)1 # …

Created by: Guest Designer Deb FlorosSuggested Supplies 1 #44-150-9 30x22mm Gunmetal Filigree, Harvest (12 Pieces) 1 #21-464-893 4mm Diamond Cut Round Gemstone Bead - Fluorite AA - Color Banded (strand) 1 #20-226-911 Miyuki Seed Bead, size 15/0 - Galvanized Pewter Color (Tube) 1 #47-900-22 Beadalon 316L Stainless Steel Wire, 22ga, Round, 32.8' (Each) 1 #34-061-12 TierraCast Black-Anodized Niobium French Hook Earring Wires (pair) Tools 1 #69-275-02 Wubbers Round-Nose Jewelry …

Created by: PRESTIGE CrystalSuggested Supplies1 #D4N7-6ERF Earring Findings, Chandelier Hoop 1 Inch Diameter, Sterling Silver (2 Pieces)1 #05-000-SIALT6 PRESTIGE 5000 6mm Faceted Round Light Siam (12 Pieces)1 #05-000-TO6 PRESTIGE 5000 6mm Faceted Round Topaz (12 Pieces)1 #05-000-06-50 PRESTIGE 5000 Faceted Round Beads, 6mm - Light Topaz (12 Pieces)1 #05-000-EM6 PRESTIGE 5000 6mm Faceted Round Emerald (12 Pieces)1 #05-000-SAP6 PRESTIGE 5000 6mm Faceted Round Sapphire (12 Pieces)1 #05-000-TAN …

Created by PRESTIGE CrystalSuggested Supplies1 #88-104-08-0 Vintaj Natural Brass Lotus Blossom Connector - 27x22.5mm (2 pcs)1 #05-000-SIALT8 PRESTIGE Crystal, #5000 Round Bead 8mm, Light Siam (1 Piece)1 #05-000-08-22 PRESTIGE Crystal, #5000 Round Bead 8mm, Topaz (1 Piece)1 #05-000-TOLT8 PRESTIGE 5000 8mm Faceted Round Light Topaz (6 Pieces)1 #05-000-EM8 PRESTIGE 5000 8mm Faceted Round Emerald (6 Pieces)1 #05-000-BLU8 PRESTIGE 5000 8mm Faceted Round Capri Blue (6 Pieces)1 #05-000-TAN8 PRESTIGE 50 …

Created by: PRESTIGE CrystalSuggested Supplies1 #34-042-0-GM TierraCast Niobium Ear Wires w Round and Heishi Beads, Raw Sterling/ Black (pair)2 #49-958-73-AP TierraCast Antiqued Pewter Plated Jardin Teardrop Charm (Each)2 #06-436-BRB9 PRESTIGE 6436 9mm Majestic Pendant Crystal Bermuda Blue1 #37-133-3 Silver Plated Jump Ring, Round, Heavy, 4.5mm (Pack)1 #37-167-3 Silver Plated Jump Ring, Round, 8mm (ounce)Tools1 #69-284 ImpressArt Metal 2-Hole Punch, 5/32" & 1/8" (Each)2 #69-269-03 EURO TOOL …

Created by: PRESTIGE CrystalSuggested Supplies1 #34-962 Argentium Silver French Hook Earring Wires, Plain (pair)1 #37-722-3 Silver Plated Eye Pin, 2", Standard (Pack)2 #49-947-11-WB TierraCast Intermix 3-rings Bar Link - White Bronze Plated (Each)2 #44-940-49-AS TierraCast Antiqued Silver Plated Hibiscus Charm (Each)1 #05-000-FU8 PRESTIGE 5000 8mm Faceted Round Fuchsia (6 Pieces)Tools1 #60-03U4 The Beadsmith Jewelry Pliers, Round Nose, Chain Nose, Side Cutter1 #60-CU3D The Beadsmith Jeweller's M …

The Challenge of Balancing a Busy Career and Pursuing a Creative Hobby The challenge of balancing a busy career and pursuing a creative hobby is a common one. As a business professional, your day might be consumed with meetings, emails, and endless to-do lists. However, having a creative outlet like jewelry making can provide relaxation and a sense of accomplishment. Here's a guide on how you can fit a jewelry-making hobby into your busy day. Prioritize Your Time Just as you woul …