Learn how to make a chain lariat necklace with just a few supplies and materials. You'll be amazed at how quickly you can put together a beautiful necklace! Once upon a time, I was involved in an organization for young professionals. There were several interest groups, from the neighborhood in which you lived to people ... read more
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Noble Native: Sustainable women’s clothing brand from Kansas City
As someone passionate about making jewelry that is as eco-friendly as possible, I'm also committed to sharing brands that fit with this ethos and lifestyle. I'm thrilled to welcome Sarah Hicks, the owner and founder of Noble Native, a clothing and accessories company in Kansas City, "committed to providing quality ... read more
15 Sensational Kumihimo Bead Designs You Can Try Now
My jewelry-making adventure began in the 80s with beadwork. It started with selling safety pin bracelets to my classmates when I was eight years old. My first craft-show experience, when I was an awkward middle-schooler, was making daisy chain bracelets and necklaces with seed beads in a rainbow of colors. Because my love ... read more
10 easy switches I made to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle
With the risk of sounding dramatic, a few years ago I read a book that changed my life. It's what influenced me to quit my job and backpack for 5 months around South America with my husband, become a stay-at-home mom and start my own business, and make changes to live more sustainably and make eco-friendly jewelry. As a ... read more
3 essential tips for buying jewelry meant to last
When I first started Linkouture, I wanted to make one-of-a-kind pieces that were beautiful and affordable. Because I didn't have much capital, and because I was stuck on this idea of affordability, I initially made my chains using silver-plated rings. It had the look of sterling silver, but at a much lower ... read more
11 eco-friendly jewelry brands you’ll love
As a jewelry designer who works to create pieces with sustainability in my mind, I love to support other companies and artisans that make eco-friendly jewelry. The following eco-friendly jewelry brands use a combination of recycled and reclaimed materials, gemstones that are mined ethically, and mindful packaging to ... read more
