We were talking just today at Rings & Things, saying how incredibly fun these beads are…so I have to share 
The Magnesite Skulls with you!
Skull beads, that is:
and happy!
See how perfectly these li’l craniums blend cute ‘n’ cool? Being magnesite means they’re really affordable too.
Please take note of a bonus feature, flat magnesite skulls = alien heads / dinosaur faces …
or Halloween masks?
I just had to get that off my chest. Thanks!
We’re excited because of expanding design options, like 
new kidney ear wires, from a pretty standard 25mm / 1-inch size, up to a “jumbo” ear wire of 47mm (over 1 and 3/4 inches)! Imagine what regal jewelry you can build with these…
Remarkably delicate-looking jumbo kidney wires!
Have a ball with our 
new ball-end head pins, too! These head pins have so many uses…have you ever thought of putting one into a ring, like this?
Put a pin in it!
All of these great new findings are available in Rings & Things’s usual nice selection of sizes, a palette of platings and a fanfare of finishes!
Hot tip: search in our Design Gallery for “kidney” or “ball end” and savor some sweet creative inspirations from R&T’s staff of jewelry artisans.
Have you made plans for American Craft Week?
From the CERF newsletter:
“American Craft Week is a nationwide, grassroots celebration of American craft. The goal of American Craft Week is to raise broad awareness of, and appreciation for, American craft. Galleries, schools, artists, museums, craft fairs, non-profits and festivals all across the country will be holding events showcasing the work of American craft artists between October 1 and 10. There will be demonstrations, open studios, artist talks and conferences. To see what is happening in your area, or to sign up to participate by hosting an event yourself, visit www.americancraftweek.com.”
Are you planning an American Craft Week event? Feel free to let others know in a comment below!
