Crystal Bead Jewelry Tutorials (12/10/2015)
I truly believe that crystals are what got me totally hooked on beading. And now, I’m a crystal snob – I want to use ONLY Swarovski crystals and buy mostly 2xAB at that. There’s nothing like Swarovski Crystals to get your jewelry noticed.
Basic Hexagon Stitch Beaded Earring Pattern
Basic Hexagon Stitch Beaded Earring Pattern
Hexagon stitch, also called “hexagon angle weave,” is a net-like beading stitch in which the beads are arranged in hexagons. It can be an open stitch or a tighter stitch with beads that fit snugly together. It’s safe to say that hexagon stitch is little more complicated than other, more common beading stitches.
http://www.firemountaingems.com/resources/gallery-of-designs/
Get inspired by Swarovski design team’s limitless imagination. Magical project ideas bring a new dimension to simple techniques.
I know I’ve mentioned that I love bead netting. It works up fast and often does not use a lot of beads. Many Christmas ornament covers are made using netting. The first pattern today is a Christmas ornament cover. Try it, then make a LOT to give as gifts.
Fizzy Festive Champagne Ornament
Fizzy, Festive Champagne Ornament
http://bnb.jewelrymakingmagazines.com/
Drench a glass ball ornament in a netted bead cover. This netted ornament cove terminates in a profusion of seed bead loops accented with bubbly crystal pearls and drop beads. Stitch one up for any champagne-worthy occasion – weddings, anniversaries, and New Years!
Free PDF netting patterns including Egyptian necklace, Hematite necklace, Choker, Leaves necklace, Motley and Pansies.
Mixed Media Jewelry Tutorials (12/3/2015)
Mixed media is a fun way to pull in your other craft hobbies to your jewelry. Quilting, polymer clay, metal, chain, leather, resin and fibers. The possibilities are endless. And there’s no right or wrong way to do it. Just follow your imagination and creativity.
Mixed Media Gypsy Necklace
http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/ Mon, 09 Nov 2015 14:18:29 -0800
What do you get when you start with some interesting art fibers, then add a chain and some pendants? It’s the perfect recipe for a statement necklace with gypsy panache! This piece attracts endless compliments. You can find art fiber strands in various places online (etsy.com is a good source), by searching for “art fiber” or “art fiber bundle”.
Mixed Media Knotted Bead Tutorial
http://kimberliekohler.com/ Tue, 06 Oct 2015 04:00:48 -0700
I have been working on a necklace that is inspired by a nature themed art journal page I recently made. The process of art journaling has really inspired my jewelry making lately. This knotted bead will be the focal point of the necklace I’m making.
Bead Embroidery Tips and Tutorials (12/1/2015)
Bead embroidery is a very different technique from many beading activities. Having bead weaving experience helps a lot, because you are already familiar with needles, thread, etc. I find the hard part is not cramming too many beads in and making it bumpy.
Soutache Braid-and-Bead Embroidery Jewelry
Soutache Braid-and-Bead Embroidery Jewelry
http://makezine.com/ Thu, 23 Jul 2015 05:00:50 -0700
Soutache (pronounced SOO-tash), also referred to as “Russia braid,” is a common element in the French art of passementerie. Developed in the 16th century, passementerie encompasses a wide range of trims, braids, and tassels used as decoration on haute couture, draperies, and furnishings. In soutache and Bead Embroidery, however, lengths of soutache are “stacked” to create a more solid visual element and a stable base for the addition of beads.
Seed Bead Embroidery Barefoot Sandal
http://www.instructables.com/ Sun, 09 Aug 2015 22:04:33 -0700
This tutorial details how to create this seed bead embroidered barefoot sandal. It may also be slightly modified to work as a handflower bracelet (or formally referred to as “slave bracelets”). Time to make is (roughly) 5-6 hours for beginners and 3-4 hours for those with beading experience.
Shop Small Business Saturday (11/27/2015)
I know you are all probably out in the mess they call Black Friday. My beady friends and I are having a beading day and totally avoiding the crowds. We all make a lot of our gifts, so the shopping is not so crucial to us.
Remember that tomorrow is Small Business Saturday. Your Local Bead Store (LBS) is a small business. Make sure to stop by and give your bead store some love… and money.
I’ve heard of beaders that don’t have an LBS. <shudder> It’s not fun. Those beaders don’t have the option of running to the bead store and grabbing something they need to finish a project. While you can get beads and supplies cheaper online, you can’t get beads as fast as your LBS.
Support your LBS and other small businesses – keep them open.
To find small businesses near you:
https://shopsmallnow.americanexpress.com/ShopSmall?linknav=us-open-shopsmall-globalheader-map#
Many have special deals for Small Business Saturday. (You may have to turn off your browser ad-blockers to get the search to work.)
