About Fiber & Textile

Create custom shoes with popular jewelry-making components! Read on to learn how.

Discover tips for safely caring for embellished clothing including how to wash, iron and store these clothing gems for long-lasting fashion.

Be light as a feather with your jewelry designs. Explore how to use multi-faceted feathers in everything from sleek and modern creations to earthy and rustic projects.

Discover the rich history and diverse applications of kumihimo, a Japanese style of braiding that gathers multiple strands into artistic cording.

Explore how to use the well-loved arts of knitting and crochet in your jewelry and gift-giving projects.

Jump on the braided belt trend and design your own on-trend look. Discover more about this style and learn the braiding techniques.

The dream catcher is one of the most widespread symbols of generalized Native American culture. Discover the history and symbolism of this intricately woven talisman.

What needles are best for what types of beading projects? If this question has you in stitches, never fear! Our handy guide is here to give you some sharp advice and tips to keep your beadwork on point.

Discover the best cord for your jewelry-making or crafting project with this thorough guide.

Have you never worked with leather before? It can be tough (heh) sometimes but don’t worry, Tammy Honaman is here to guide you like only a jewelry-making expert can.

See why Purely Silk™ is considered one of the best jewelry threads for stringing gemstones and pearls in this product show-and-tell.

This chart will tell you everything you need to know when it comes to beading thread and stringing materials. Their sizes, types and most importantly their tensile strength, all at a glance.

This helpful reference chart offers basic cord sizes to finished braid sizes for kumihimo--and includes additional tips for successful braiding.