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Chase the Rainbow: May's Keepsake Collection Is Here
Chase the Rainbow: May's Keepsake Collection Is Here
There's something about a rainbow that never gets old. May's Keepsake Collection is our Rainbow edition — and it's built around one of the most satisfying colour sequences in beading.... Read more...
Celebrating Easter Through Colour, Creativity, and the Keepsake Collection Easter Egg Box
Celebrating Easter Through Colour, Creativity, and the Keepsake Collection Easter Egg Box
Easter arrives with soft autumn light and joyful colour, making it the perfect season for gentle, handmade rituals. This month on the blog, we explore the Keepsake Collection Easter Egg... Read more...
Welcoming Autumn: A Season of Soft Change, Warm Colour, and the March Leaf Keepsake Box
Welcoming Autumn: A Season of Soft Change, Warm Colour, and the March Leaf Keepsake Box
Autumn arrives softly in Australia, bringing warm eucalyptus greens, mossy tones, clay shades and gentle light — the perfect palette for slowing down and creating. This month, we explore the... Read more...
Can You Wear Statement Jewellery Every Day? Absolutely!
Can You Wear Statement Jewellery Every Day? Absolutely!
Discover how to wear statement jewellery with confidence every day. This guide explores ten simple, wearable ways to style bold earrings, layered necklaces, wide cuffs, brooches, and more — all... Read more...
Playing With Colour — Exploring “Cloud Dancer” and Finding Your Palette for the Year
Playing With Colour — Exploring “Cloud Dancer” and Finding Your Palette for the Year
February is our month of colour play — a gentle exploration of Pantone’s 2026 Colour of the Year, Cloud Dancer, and how this soft, luminous white transforms inside different palettes.... Read more...
Creative Rituals to Begin the Year: Finding Focus Through Making
Creative Rituals to Begin the Year: Finding Focus Through Making
January always arrives with a particular kind of light — bright, spacious, and full of possibility. After the fullness of December, the year opens like a blank bead tray, inviting... Read more...
Warped Squares: The Shape That Changed Beading
Warped Squares: The Shape That Changed Beading
Warped Squares are the secret weapon of creative beadwork. Learn how to fold, stitch, and design with this dynamic shape—from earrings to stars and beyond. Read more...
Discover the World of Two-Hole Beads: A Maker’s Guide
Discover the World of Two-Hole Beads: A Maker’s Guide
Unlock new dimensions in your jewelry-making with our comprehensive guide to two-hole beads. This excerpt highlights the unique shapes, sizes, and creative possibilities these beads offer, from delicate petal-like formations... Read more...
Celebrating Creativity: My Role as Guest Ambassador for International Beading Week
Celebrating Creativity: My Role as Guest Ambassador for International Beading Week
Paula from On A String shares her creative journey as guest ambassador for International Beading Week—celebrating connection, color, and handmade joy. Read more...
Learn to Bead with On A String
Learn to Bead with On A String
Start your beading journey with beginner-friendly tutorials from On A String. Simple, joyful, and perfect for makers of all ages. Read more...
Bead Stations That Spark Joy: Tools by On A String
Bead Stations That Spark Joy: Tools by On A String
Discover bead station tools by On A String—designed to organize your workspace and inspire joyful crafting. Perfect for beginners and pros alike. Read more...