It’s that time again! We are looking for original designs created by YOU to become the next Blue Buddha Boutique tutorial. Since making a call for submissions back in June, we’ve published projects by 3 new designers with more to come in the next couple of months. We are consistently wowed by what our customers and peers dream up and we can’t wait to see what you have in store for us!
In June, we asked designers to create pieces utilizing our new huge rings. This time around, we are primarily looking for projects that fall into one of more of the following categories:
- Finger Rings or other hand jewelry
- Head pieces (simple and contemporary-looking preferred)
- Men’s jewelry
- Advanced or Expert level projects
- Projects that really shine in stainless steel
Have a great idea that doesn’t quite fit into one of those categories? Submit it anyway! We are always open to looking at original designs.
To submit your idea, you’ll need to complete our project proposal form which includes basic information about the project (materials list, description, etc.) You will also need to include up to 3 photo of the finished piece. In the middle of February, our Product Development team will review all designs and and contact the designers whose pieces we are most interested in. At that point, designers will be required to submit a full sample using Blue Buddha rings (we will mail the sample back to you) as well as basic photos and instructions for how to create it (these can be super basic – even cell phone pics will do!) The team well make final selections from this round of reviews.
Submit your idea to us by 5pm CT on February 10th to be considered. If you have questions or need assistance with your proposal, you may send us an email at [email protected]. Learn more about what it means to work with Blue Buddha to create a chainmaille tutorial in our FAQ.
GO TO THE PROPOSAL FORM
Happy Weaving – we can’t wait to see what you create!
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