The holidays bring new opportunities to design special pieces of jewelry for the special people in your life. There is nothing more precious than a handmade gift from someone who cares about you and who took the time to make something especially for you.
That being said, it's not always easy to know what to make. That's where Antelope Beads can help. Below, I've made some suggestions of really nice designs that will bring ooh's and ah's from everyone on your list. You can follow the guide, or mix and match colors and finishes to suit your own ideas.
Click on the images below to find a product list, instructions and some have links to a video tutorial for the techniques used.
What could be better than Swarovski Components and our All Angles Necklace showcases a pretty pendant with accompanying embellishments.
Our Elephant Dreams Necklace combines chain, Hand-Dyed Silk Ribbon and Claycult Beads and Pendant to create a unique design.
Semi-precious stones and gemstone beads make up our Dakota Stones collection, and using the 11-piece Ladder Pendant in the Copper Collar Necklace will be a perfect gift for the fashionista on your list.
For the young at heart, the Prism Pendant Statement Necklace and Earring set from our Boho Designs collections will be an instant hit.
The holidays call for sparkle - the more the merrier! Our Blingy Leather Bangles are easy to make and look great stacked together or with other bracelet designs. Our Bling Flat Leather adds flash and shine to any outfit and party.
We haven't forgotten about the men on your list. Men's fashion likes range from understated for daytime and business attire to bold designs for leisure and we've got something for all.
The Roman Embossed Leather Bracelet is a very handsome, simplistic accessory for your guy's daytime ensemble and still suitable for those after-hour get togethers.
For a big and bold statement, our Tibetan Journey Bracelet showcases 20mm Braided Flat Leather and a bold focal and clasp that will fit his outgoing personality. It will be a lasting favorite.
I hope you like these designs and that the suggestions will give you ideas for all your gift needs.
To share your designs and their stories, ask questions, connect with other jewelry makers and have access to live instructional videos that show you how to make or enhance your jewelry wardrobe, I hope you choose to join our exclusive Facebook group Antelope Beads Market. All you have to do is ask to join: facebook.com/groups/antelopebeadsmarket/