The Reading Room
I like to write… hope you like to read.
Stories, guides, and inspiration from our Honolulu studio.
Techniques
How-tos, tips, and hands-on guides for makers.
The Green Goddess Bracelet
Chai Lee · June 5, 2022
Year of the Tiger Bracelet
Chai Lee · June 5, 2022
End of Day: Mini Mobile
Chai Lee · June 4, 2022
Free-Form Wire Mini Mobile
Chai Lee · June 4, 2022
Jump Rings and Metal Flowers
Chai Lee · June 4, 2022
A Spontaneous Beading Moment
Chai Lee · June 4, 2022
Globe Trekker Leather Bracelet
Chai Lee · June 4, 2022
Lei Pua Melia: The Plumeria Lei Kit
Jamie Yoshida · December 13, 2021
Paperclip Chain Necklace Project
Jamie Yoshida · September 12, 2021
The Treasure Trove Technique
Jamie Yoshida · August 7, 2021
The Debbie Lindsey Necklace
Jamie Yoshida · February 5, 2021Birthstones
Monthly birthstones and zodiac-inspired gems.
April: Alternatives to Diamonds
Jamie Yoshida · March 31, 2022
Zodiac Beads for Aries
Jamie Yoshida · January 27, 2022
Zodiac Beads for Pisces
Joy Oandasan · January 27, 2022
January Birthstone: Garnet
Jamie Yoshida · December 26, 2021
Zodiac Elements: Fire Signs
Jamie Yoshida · December 14, 2021
Turquoise: December's Ancient Stone
Chai Lee · December 13, 2021
Beads for Sagittarius
Jamie Yoshida · November 23, 2021
November's Golden Duo: Topaz and Citrine
Jamie Yoshida · November 1, 2021
Zodiac Beads for Gemini
Joy Oandasan · May 20, 2021
Zodiac Beads for Taurus
Joy Oandasan · April 20, 2021
April Birthstone: Crystal Quartz
Joy Oandasan · April 12, 2021
March Birthstone: Aquamarine
Jamie Yoshida · March 15, 2021
February Birthstone: Amethyst
Jamie Yoshida · February 16, 2021
Zodiac Beads for Aquarius
Jamie Yoshida · January 13, 2021
Zodiac Beads for Capricorn
Jamie Yoshida · January 12, 2021Gemstones
Stone guides, metals, and the treasures behind the craft.
Spotlight: Lapis Lazuli
Jamie Yoshida · June 7, 2022
Spotlight: Malachite
Jamie Yoshida · January 4, 2022
Fall Colors in Stone
Jamie Yoshida · October 28, 2021
Angel Message: Happiness Is My Birthright
Joy Oandasan · August 9, 2021
Ancient Dinosaur Bone Beads
Jamie Yoshida · July 7, 2021
All About Beryls: One Mineral, Six Completely Different Personalities
Jamie Yoshida · May 30, 2021Wellness
Crystals, healing traditions, and mindful making.
Four Celestial Feng Shui Animals
Jamie Yoshida · March 31, 2022
Good Luck Mochi for New Year
Jamie Yoshida · December 23, 2021
The Protection Bracelet Layout
Jamie Yoshida · November 17, 2021
Angel Message: You Are a Super Attractor
Joy Oandasan · September 27, 2021
Angel Message: Release Fear to Find the Lesson
Joy Oandasan · September 20, 2021
Grounding and Support Stones
Joy Oandasan · September 14, 2021
Angel Message: Changing Friendships
Joy Oandasan · September 13, 2021
Angel Message: Appreciation
Joy Oandasan · September 6, 2021
Angel Message: Truth and Integrity
Joy Oandasan · August 30, 2021
Angel Message: I Choose Love
Joy Oandasan · August 23, 2021
Angel Message: Trust
Joy Oandasan · August 16, 2021
Lucky Charms: Turtles and Tortoises
Joy Oandasan · April 17, 2021Hawaiian
Island traditions, native plants, and the spirit of aloha.
Studio
Guides, inspiration, and stories from the workbench.
