Newsletter for Jewelry Makers: Designing with Charms

Learn styling techniques, find ideas and more [-- Fire Mountain Gems and Beads -- ]( America's Favorite Beading and Jewelry Supply Company® [Learn styling techniques, find ideas and more]( Share: [Share on Facebook]( [Tweet]( [Style Snapshot: Simply Charming]( Charm bracelets and necklaces have been popular for quite some time, but the way they're styled is constantly evolving. Learn more about one of the newest ways to design with charms in this article. [Read the Article ›]( Beadatorial [The Purse Charm]( Style Snapshot: The Purse Charm Seen on everything from cocktail clutches to messenger bags, the purse charm is an interchangeable and versatile way to personalize a handbag. These decorations are easy to create and customize with charms, tassels and more. [Read the Article ›]( Featured Project [Featured Project]( Barrette with Celestial Crystal® Beads and Silver-Plated Brass Charms and Beads Get ready for warm weather updos with this sparkling addition to your product lines. Seaside-themed charms and shimmering crystals create a glistening design. [View the Instructions ›]( Ask the Experts [Ask the Experts]( I'd like to make a very small simple wire chain base for a charm bracelet. Can size 30-34 gauge wire work? -Angie [Read the Answer ›]( Trend Swatch [Trendswatch]( [Resort]( [Soup Can]( [Hot Cocoa]( A Slimmer You Keep your jewelry designs lightweight without sacrificing style by using [wood charms, drops and pendants](. Paired with Preciosa crystals and beads in [Soup Can]( and [Resort]( the rich [Hot Cocoa]( color of the wood beads and charms draws the eye in and down through this design. [View the Design Idea ›]( Featured Artist [Featured Artist Mary Ellen Byrne]( Mary Ellen Byrne What materials do you most enjoy working with? Mostly beads, but I love any sort of dangle. I like focals and charms as well. [Read Mary's Story ›]( Product of the Week [Product of the Week]( Squash blossom charms give their name to the necklace style that features them. Starting in the 1880s, these "beads that spread out" were added to otherwise plain beaded necklaces worn by Navajo, Pueblo and Zuni tribe members. Squash blossom jewelry was later made for sale to visitors. These assembled charms add a 3D touch to Native American-inspired designs. [Order Now ›]( Free Video of the Week [Free Video of the Week]( Secrets to a Double Wrapped Loop [Watch the Video ›]( Featured Business Article [Maintaining a Healthy Business]( What's New? Courtesy of Handmade Business Learn the importance of new products in handmade businesses with this article. Author Diane Sulg discusses why, how and when to bring in new designs, featuring examples from popular jewelry designers and other craftsmen. [Read the Article ›]( New Stylish Stringing Project [Stylish Stringing]( Calming Kyanite Kyanite jewelry is believed by some to bring a sense of calm and have a meditative effect on the wearer. The kyanite in this project is fantastic with its translucent blue hues and inner metallic shine. Blue kyanite naturally has varying color patterns, adding to the beauty of each individual bead. Discover how to use crimp beads and Accu-Flex® professional-quality beading wire to create this floating kyanite necklace design. [View the Project ›]( Featured Sale [Sales and Specials at Fire Mountain Gems and Beads]( Sale Ends May 3rd at 11:59p.m. PT. [Shop Spring Clearance Sale ›]( Connect with Us [ FACEBOOK ]( [ YOUTUBE ]( [ TWITTER ]( [ PINTEREST ]( [ INSTAGRAM ]( Fire Mountain Gems and Beads, Inc. One Fire Mountain Way, Grants Pass, OR 97526-2373 USA US and Canada Customer Service: (800) 423-2319 International Customer Service: (541) 956-7890 To ensure you continue receiving emails from us, please add fmg@email.firemountaingems.com to your address book. You are currently subscribed as: {EMAIL} [Email Preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Return Policy]( [View Email as a Web Page]( Copyright 2021 All Rights Reserved Prices subject to change without prior notice. Not responsible for typographical, descriptive or technical errors for products listed.