Posts about handmade jewelry, crafts and other DIY.
I FINALLY got to Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores’ grand opening in El Paso, Texas today. It’s actually an upgraded store at a new location, as their previous store was VERY SMALL and rundown. It reminded me of those old Hancock Fabric stores in East TN where I grew up. It’s the only Joann’s… Read More
Last year I ran a social media contest for my handmade jewelry business A Touch of Sparkle by Monica. The winner of last year’s contest won a delightful wire wrapped ring design using a heart shaped button. I would like to try this again, so get ready! If you would like a chance to win… Read More
In honor of the recent snowstorm that just hit us in El Paso last week, I have FINALLY compiled this video of some of my snowflake themed handmade hair accessories and jewelry designs. My cutie family members are helping model some of my Frozen themed gifts that I sent them awhile back. Two of the… Read More
Contest giveaway details: I am now up to 1,031 YouTube fans at my channel. When I reach 1,050 subscribers, as a special sparkly thank you, I will give away a fall themed bracelet. If you’ve not already subscribed to my channel, please visit and do the following to qualify: Subscribe to my channel. Click… Read More
Update: Since I posted this I’ve gotten swamped this weekend, so I will make the giveaway announcement Monday night 10-6-14 at 9pm AZ time. In the meantime, I’m up to 1,025 subscribers! Thanks, everyone. I had a really bad Monday today, my sparkly shoppers and sisters. I needed some YouTube therapy. What sparkle-riffic surprise did… Read More
Hello, everyone! I hope you are enjoying a sparkle-tastic Saturday. I would like to ask all my sparkly shoppers and giftees to please leave a review for me at Facebook either by star rating and/or an additional comment, if you have not already done so. I really appreciate everyone’s feedback! It is so wonderful to… Read More
So excited today when I got home to discover a package from my dear friend in TN! She had shipped her unwanted beading supplies to me all the way in AZ!!! She was so sweet to let me know she was selling her bead stash! Wonderful goodies like Swarovski crystals and pearls, sterling silver findings,… Read More
UPDATE: Official announcement will be April 18th for the winner of the BeadStyle Magazine cover!!! Fingers and toes crossed that my Crab Pendant Necklace gets selected! http://bds.jewelrymakingmagazines.com/reference/bead-room/2014/03/thank-you-for-participating Please rate my entry into the Bead Style Magazine’s Jewelry Design Contest. I have submitted one of my designs to Bead Style Magazine’s contest for the possibility of… Read More
Hello, my sparklies! I’ve decided to run my first ever Valentine Contest utilizing social media and the hashtag term #SparkleByMonica. If you belong to Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter then please enter this easy contest for your chance to win a Valentine themed ring and beautifully charming ring box. If you would like to post pictures… Read More
As I learn more about filming videos, editing them, selecting the right music and then uploading them, I’ve made some discoveries along the way about music copyright problems even while using paid video editing subscriptions. I typically use either Animoto , Kizoa or One True Media effects for framed templates to put finishing touches on pictures and… Read More
