Hi Everyone. Just thought I would give you You an update in regards to the work we are continuously doing on our beadsjar website. I know some of you have been emailing us in regards to having issues trying to use your card on our website. It’s not your fault or the banks don’t worry. We have had to implement 3D secure 2 and this was the reason why you could not check out previously when you tried with your cards a number of times. Our IT team have now fixed this issue and expanded the range ... Read More ..read more

Following on from last weeks blog we’ve got some more ideas and tips to ensure this Christmas is a real Cracker! Create these delightful Christmas tree earrings using green copper craft wire, size 8/0 Miyuki rocailles (same as the candy cane from the prevous blog if you want to use up your supplies) and silver plated ear-wires Wrap your green craft wire around a pen or a mandrel to create a cylindrical spiral shape. Thread your different coloured seed beads and finish with a loop to secure. Att... Read More ..read more

We can hear the distant sound of sleigh bells and its got our creative juices flowing. We’ve come up with some simple design ideas to get you started for the festive season. We’ve also added new products and created new kits for you to make at home on the run up to Christmas. These candy cane earrings are easy to make, using head-pins and ear-wires To get started thread your choice of seed bead (we’ve chosen size 8/0 Miyuki rocailles in silver lined red and crystal for the red and white stripe ... Read More ..read more

The spookiest time of the year is almost here and we’ve been crafting away to give you all some design ideas to keep you and the little ghouls going throughout the festivities.  These easy to make hematite skull drop earrings are a great choice to make for anyone new to beading. What you need to make the pair are 14 x 4mm jump rings, unfinished silver chain (any chain will do but these are using silver round links) at 3 staggered lengths, 6 head pins and your choice of hematite skulls. We are... Read More ..read more

We all know how much girls love crafts. We were all young at one point and just adored handmade jewellery. One thing they tend to love more than crafts, their BEST FRIENDS. When you add these two things together, crafts and best friends, you need the pipkit!   We have pipkits in stock now that are the best for young girls. The pipkits are friendship charms that come in kits designed to create necklaces or bracelets. These are great crafts for kids to give as gifts to their friends, sleepover a... Read More ..read more

  When you think of the word crystal, you probably think of something beautiful. That’s exactly the best word to describe the collection of Swarovski 1122 Crystal Rivolis. These crystals come in two packs that allow for an amazing focal point for earrings, pendants, bracelets, and other pieces. Coming in a variety of colours, the Swarovski 1122’s provide a bright and fun way to switch up some of your pieces, without giving up the elegance of your taste.   These crystal’s come in two packs, as... Read More ..read more

  Whether you are a fan of your zodiac sign or love the colour of your birthstone, the new Zodiac Charms are definitely for you!   Previously, we have posted about the 925 Sterling Silver charms and all of the beauty associated with them. The previous collection included everything from phrases to flowers as far as the design shape is concerned. As if these elegant charms could get any better, the zodiac charms include star like features and birthstone inspired colours.   Adding charms to y... Read More ..read more

  Colour brings life to just about anything. Whether it is the brightest of the bright, or the darkest of the dark, colour provides a fun opportunity to create a pop! This is especially true when it comes to jewellery. No matter if you are creating a necklace or a bracelet, adding a pop of colour to even the most subtle of details can create something completely new. Coloured beading wire helps with this!   We are pleased to announce that we have officially added coloured beading wire to our ... Read More ..read more

  There is a magazine or something for subscription for almost everything. Cooking, sports, pop culture. No matter what your interest is, there is probably a magazine available for you. Magazines typically introduce you to new ideas, products and services. They also share news and tips on whatever hobby the magazine is created for. If you are an avid beader, why not have a magazine that contributes to your love for beads? The Bead and Jewellery Magazine is probable what you need.   While ther... Read More ..read more

  Beading is an art that many crafters enjoy. It’s simple and opens the door of opportunity to create any type of jewellery you could imagine. Beads allow the opportunity to create things that look so expensive, but really aren’t that expensive at all. There are so many different types of beads, how can we keep up? So what are semi-precious beads?   Semi-precious beads are among the beads that allow you to create something that looks very expensive. From different colors, shapes, and looks, o... Read More ..read more