Newsletter for Jewelry Makers: Get the Buzz on the Flowers and the Bees in Jewelry Designs

Discover how bees and flowers are the latest trend in jewelry [Fire Mountain Gems and Beads - Celebrating 50 years serving you]( America's Favorite Beading and Jewelry Supply Company® [Discover how bees and flowers are the latest trend in jewelry]( Share: [Share on Facebook]( [Tweet]( [Flight of the Bumblebee]( Bees and flowers are the dynamic duo of nature, like peanut butter and jelly, or Batman and Robin. Bees just happen to be one of the cutest and most important parts of nature. If you want your jewelry designs to be the bee's knees, adding some nature imagery like flowers and bees is a surefire way to create some buzz. [Read the Article ›]( Beadatorial [The Many Uses of Accu-Flex]( The Many Uses of Accu-Flex® Discover the versatility of Accu-Flex beading wire with this informative article. Learn about different strand counts, finishing techniques and design ideas. [Read the Article ›]( Featured Project [Design Idea ND2B]( Design Idea ND2B Earrings with White Lotus™ Cultured Freshwater Pearls, Celestial Crystal® Beads and Sterling Silver Beads Clear screw-back findings are perfect for non-pierced ears and give these sleek cascading strands a gravity-defying look. [View the Instructions ›]( What's New! [Bead Stringing]( Bead Stringing: An Ancient Technique with Modern Applications Learn the ancient art of bead stringing on our Resource page and create beautiful jewelry with floral-hued beads. Bring the beauty of nature to your designs by using materials inspired by the flora and fauna around you. With this skill, you can craft stunning pieces that capture the essence of springtime all year long. [View Resources ›]( Ask the Experts [Ask the Experts]( How do I get jump rings to close securely and stay closed? Several have come loose, allowing the attached object to come off and be lost. -Carol [Read the Answer ›]( Meet Valentine Veronica Norman [Featured Artist Valentine Veronica Norman]( My inspiration comes from the flora and fauna here on our farm. The beautiful animals in our woods and fields. So many different colors of moose, bear and deer. The variety of birds and insects. All of nature's gorgeous flowers. Creation here is a daily living reality which influences and inspires everyone who lives close to the land. [Read Valentine's Story ›]( Product of the Week - Acrylic Earring Findings [Plastic Earring Findings]( Acrylic earring findings provide a great alternative for people with metal sensitivities, for both pierced and non-pierced ears. We offer over a dozen styles in clear and opaque white, so you can easily find the perfect findings for your designs. [Shop Now ›]( Free Video of the Week [Using a Jump Ring Tool]( Using a Jump Ring Tool [Watch the Video ›]( Featured Business Article [Closing the Sale]( Closing the Sale: Keeping Buyers Interested in Your Booth or Website Courtesy of Handmade Business Take a look at this Q and A article with craft sales consultant and author Donald Clark. He gives advice on keeping customers interested in your products—both online and in person. [Read the Article ›]( Color Trends [Dryad's Mark]( [Frosty Mint]( [Maple Leaf]( [Celtic Green]( Dryad's Mark Embrace your inner Dryad with our free instructions for creating a leaf-embellished ear cuff. The Czech pressed glass leaves in cool [Celtic Green]( are elegantly complemented by the [Maple Leaf]( glow of copper wire and shimmer with a [Frosty Mint]( AB coating. Follow along and learn how to create this stunning piece. [View the Design Idea ›]( Glass Beads Sale [Glass Beads Sale]( Check out our big Glass Bead Sale! You'll find beautiful beads in many inspiring shapes—from smooth druks to faceted bicones, millefiori, rondelles and more—for up to 65% off. Fill up your cart and watch the savings add up. Grab these deals while they're hot; the sale ends May 15th at 11:59 p.m. PT. [Shop the Glass Beads 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 2023 All Rights Reserved Prices subject to change without prior notice. Not responsible for typographical, descriptive or technical errors for products listed.