Beading
DIY Bracelets for Guys: Reimagining Modern Manliness
Even in 2022, males still hesitate to wear items like DIY bracelets for guys. Bracelets for men can be just as expressive as any other accessories a man can wear, and DIY bracelets for guys are no different. DIY bracelets for guys are a blank slate like any other crafting project. You can be as…
Read MoreMetal Spacer Beads: Crafting with Metal Beads
Metal spacer beads are a great option when you need eye-catching jewelry accents that won’t break easily. They can add a touch of earthiness to jewelry made from other metals or gemstones, ceramics, or glass beads. Using metal spacer beads for jewelry allows you to add more intricate design elements minus the hassle. Crafters who…
Read MoreJewelry Pendants: History, Design, and Inspirations
Anyone inclined to craft DIY jewelry often thinks of jewelry pendants first. Jewelry pendants come in the broadest themes, sizes, makes, and designs. The most reliable and classic jewelry pendants are 925 sterling silver charms, gems, images, and other items. Xinar has spent over two decades making sure that crafters from all walks of life…
Read MoreAll About Beads and Charms – The Crafting Life
The use of beads and charms in crafting DIY jewelry is part of the long history of the “do it yourself” movement, which began as early as 1912. Even then, the idea of doing something yourself meant you ‘bypassed the experts’ for various reasons. While other DIY projects, such as house repairs and home improvements,…
Read MoreBead Charm Bracelets: DIY It and Get Started Today
Making bead charm bracelets is one of the most accessible and enjoyable ways to get into the DIY crafting world. Bead charm bracelets prominently feature a charm or pendant, though a variety of other elements, like metal spacer beads, can be added by the crafter for emphasis and design. The best part about learning to…
Read MoreMetal Beads: Proper Care and Organization
Organizing and caring for your metal beads is essential for an incredible crafting experience. Different metal beads, like sterling silver, gold-filled, rose gold-filled, and genuine copper beads must be appropriately stored and handled adequately before and during the crafting session. Luckily, the process is not complicated; even a beginner can learn simple methods to care…
Read MoreThe Faithful’s Guide to Men’s Religious Jewelry
Religious symbolism, such as those found in men’s religious jewelry, has maintained its significance and power throughout the ages. Sacred symbols for many religions have traditionally taken the form of jewelry. Traditionally, men’s religious jewelry and other types of religious jewelry were public declarations of their beliefs. Often, the symbol itself serves as an indication…
Read MoreMaking DIY Bracelets with Beads
Do you enjoy accessorizing with trendy bracelets? Is there something you’re missing for your upcoming outing? Perhaps you’re looking for a unique and thoughtful birthday present for your boyfriend. Designing and creating DIY bracelets with beads, regardless of your purpose, can be both enjoyable and fulfilling. Xinar offers a quick guide sheet for those beginning…
Read MoreAncient Symbols of Protection: What Are They and How Do They Work?
The mysterious and ancient symbols of protection found in witchcraft, art, jewelry, and spell books, which date back over 600 years, continue to have a strong resonance in the 21st century, as evidenced by the popularity of emoji spells and platforms like WitchTok. With Xinar, you too, can partake of the ancient symbols of protection…
Read MoreMetal Beads & Metal Findings: Crafting Beautiful Jewelry with Metals
The use of metals dates to the dawn of human civilization, thousands of years before their discovery. Jewelry was just one of many ways ancient Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks put them to use. Finally, around 6000 B.C., gold was found, and around 4000 B.C., silver. Only a small subset of the metals available are used…
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