*Affiliate links are included in this post. I recently bought a bead loom from Amazon, something I’d wanted to buy for a long time! Mine is a simple contraption (it’s the Darice 12-inch by 2.75-inch bead loom from Amazon), but it really works well to create some lovely loom beadwork! If you’re not sure how […]
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Colour Fusion – Tubular Peyote Bracelet Pattern
*Affiliate links are included in this post. After all the bad coronavirus news of the last few weeks, I fancied making something really beautiful and colourful to cheer myself up. Introducing my latest beaded bracelet (and pattern): Colour Fusion! This is the first seamless peyote pattern I’ve created. The finished bracelet doesn’t require a clasp. […]
Mother’s Day Etsy Gift Guide
*Affiliate links are included in this post. Mother’s Day is looming (22nd March here in the UK, and 10th May in the states!). If you’re struggling with ideas for what to get that special mum figure in your life, this post should provide you with plenty of inspiration. I’ve found some of the most unique […]
New Tubular Peyote Bracelet Pattern – Pastel Swirls
*Affiliate links are included in this post. I’ve just finished another beading pattern, which you can see in my Etsy Shop! This is my second tubular peyote pattern, and I’m thrilled with how it’s turned out! I absolutely love the colours used for this pattern. Two delicate shades of blue, combined with pink and gold, […]
Peyote Bracelet Pattern – Celestial
If you’re looking for easy peyote stitch patterns, this one’s a corker! ‘Celestial’ is a flat even count peyote bracelet pattern that’s available in my Etsy shop, Craftaholique Designs. Confession time… This pattern has actually been available in my Etsy Shop for a while now. But I’ve only just gotten around to mentioning this here […]
Handmade Showcase: Unique Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
*Affiliate links are included in this post. How will you be spoiling the ladies that you love this Mother’s Day? If you’re stuck for ideas, I’ve collated some of my faves in this Mother’s Day Etsy Gift Guide below. Each gift featured here has been thoughtfully-handmade, meaning that they are completely unique and special – just […]
Etsy Seller Special Feature: The Hat & I Crochet
*Affiliate links to Etsy are included in this post. One of my goals for 2018 is to improve my crochet skills. I can create a basic hat and a granny square or two, but that’s about all at the moment. The only way to get better at something is to practice more, so that’s what […]
How to Earn Passive Income on Etsy
*Affiliate links are included in this post. Out of all the emails that I receive to my Craftaholique email address, I’d have to say my favourite ones are notifications from Etsy to say that someone has bought one of my beading patterns! Over the last year, I’ve been ramping up my Etsy business and it’s really […]
Handmade Showcase: Copper Home Accessories
*Affiliate links to Etsy are included in this post. One of the biggest interior design trends around at the minute is copper. From copper kitchen cupboard handles to geometric copper light fittings, this is one material that definitely makes a statement in the home, especially when used against light or dark neutral colours (think white, […]
Beaded Hoop Earrings Tutorial
This post contains affiliate links. The weather has been pretty dreary today in the UK, so I wanted to make something bold and beautiful to remind me that it’s meant to be summer! These beaded hoop earrings are bright and sparkly enough to dress up any outfit! If you’d like to make a pair, just […]
