Four Types of Beaded Bracelets That Spice Up Any Outfit

Four Types of Beaded Bracelets That Spice Up Any Outfit

There are so many options to choose from when it comes to accessorizing. But one of our favorites is beaded bracelets. Not only are they versatile and can go with any outfit, but there are also so many different types and styles of beaded bracelets.
Why Anklets Are the Best Form of Minimalist Jewelry

Why Anklets Are the Best Form of Minimalist Jewelry

If you're looking for a way to add a touch of personality to your outfits, but don't want anything too flashy or attention-grabbing, consider investing in anklets. Anklets are one of the simplest and most minimalist forms of jewelry there is, and they come in a range of styles to suit any taste.
March 04, 2022 — Jonah Truong
Top Three Gemstones for Good Luck

Top Three Gemstones for Good Luck

Have you ever wondered about the symbolic meaning behind the beautiful gems in your beaded jewelry? Whether you purposely seek out gemstones and crystals for their supposed metaphysical properties or you just like the way they look, there's no doubt that it is interesting to understand the traditional meaning behind your unique beaded jewelry. Here are the top three gemstones that have historically been used to bring good luck.
Living Coral: The Exotic Beauty in Living Things

Living Coral: The Exotic Beauty in Living Things

There isn't anything precisely like the feeling you can get from a truly distinct piece of jewelry. When a color stands out in such a way that it perks your imagination and makes a genuine impression, you know you've found something worth carrying with you for years to come. This year's Pantone Color of the Year is one such color that really has a feeling all its own. "Living Coral" perfectly embodies the elements of change, transformation, and creativity.
The Exquisite Uniqueness of Handmade Jewelry

The Exquisite Uniqueness of Handmade Jewelry

Mass produced jewelry can never replace the exquisite, uniqueness of handmade jewelry.  While manufactured jewelry has its place, it misses the mark when it comes to personal distinctiveness and superb, character. These handmade adornments often speak without ever saying a word. They are frequently the catalysts to the oohs and the ahs, that fill side conversations and provoke the oh so famous question of, where did you get that? One can't deny the instant room magnet you become upon wearing jewelry never before seen.
July 06, 2019 — SWCreations Jewelry
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We Believe in the Magic of Handcrafted over Mass-Produced

When you purchase a handcrafted SWCreations piece, you're not only buying a bracelet or a pair of earrings, you are also making a statement...several at that. You are saying to the world that you treasure quality over quantity and that the conservation of culture, tradition, and individuality is of importance to you.
June 29, 2019 — SWCreations Jewelry
3 Beautiful Things You Should Know About Handmade Jewelry

3 Beautiful Things You Should Know About Handmade Jewelry

Handcrafted arts have become more accessible than ever before. Thanks to internet connectivity, artisans are able to showcase and sell their creations around the globe. The individual designs of every specially made piece of art are easily within reach of anyone looking for something unique. In this world, jewelry creators and admirers alike can share in the beautiful creativity that goes into every piece we choose to adorn. For anyone who adores handcrafted jewelry, here are just three amazing things you should know about what goes into it.  

March 08, 2019 — SWCreations Jewelry
Personal Thought and Care in Handmade Jewelry

Personal Thought and Care in Handmade Jewelry

There is nothing more heartfelt than the care that goes into handmade jewelry. Sweet precision blossoms as a beautiful decoration when talented hands form an accessory for your neck, ears, wrist, or ankle. Everything about this specific craft caters to your personal interest right from the start.

Rather than towing away in a factory, tousling with a machine, these beauties embed a personalized touch. Through an impressive glasswork method called lampworking, each ornament has been assembled with individuality in mind for you. The eye-catching results are on par with hidden treasures, giving you a sense of decorum. Anyone can appreciate that kind of dedication behind every thoughtful piece.

September 09, 2018 — SWCreations Jewelry
Winter 2017 Jewelry Trends

Winter 2017 Jewelry Trends

Snowy-white pearls are back in fashion for this winter, according to Vogue. Chunky and funky strings layered with petite and pretty, over a sweater and showing under your favorite coat, puts you at the cutting edge this season. Chokers are back, too, with a goth/punk edge, silver-dipped or leather, or massive pieces that keep your chin up this winter.

Single, high-impact earrings, like a chandelier-style dangle, make everyone take a second look. Even better, wear two different earrings you love to light up your mood in the darker days of the year. You'll smile every time you look in the mirror.

February 16, 2017 — SWCreations Jewelry
Ice Cold Winter Jewelry Colors that Are Hot Hot Hot

Ice Cold Winter Jewelry Colors that Are Hot Hot Hot

It has long been known that people who are considered to have a winter complexion look best in deep blues, reds and even hot pinks.  Winter people will be happy to hear that the hottest colors for winter 2016-2017 jewelry collections will rock their world!

Sapphire blue's with their ever-so deep and brilliant hues top the list of what's trending. Beads and gems that in the blue spectrum come in many shapes and sizes; all are pleasing to they eye. At the edge of blues are the deep purples that are just as desirable in bracelets and charms.

Next to beautiful blue you'll find ridiculous reds. Gems with super-deep, multi-layered tones that scream "pick me!" are ready to make their appearance as the snow falls.

January 26, 2017 — SWCreations Jewelry
Handmade Jewelry, A Shared Journey

Handmade Jewelry, A Shared Journey

Brisk winter days are here, and the season encourages us toward warmth, comfort, and introspection. We might find ourselves looking back over significant moments, like looking into a faceted crystal prism, and discovering how they have reflected, refracted, or redefined us. Making or purchasing handmade jewelry is a wonderful way to celebrate the ways in which we have changed or the ways in which we have held true to ourselves over the course of the year.
January 12, 2017 — SWCreations Jewelry
Lampwork Beads: Sheer Imagination

Lampwork Beads: Sheer Imagination

Imagine it: an artist, thinking outside the box, experiments with melting a bit of glass in the heat of a cooking fire.  Centuries later another artist successfully melts glass in the flame of an oil lamp using his own breath as a bellows.  Imagine their excitement as they roll the glass into a small bead.  Oh, the possibilities! For another several centuries, artists continued to use lamps for their heat source, producing unique beads, hence the name lampwork beads