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F E B R U A R Y/ M A R C H 2 014 V O L U M E 17 N U M B E R 2
Designer of the Year Projects 24
ICELANDIA Christina Neit
Resembling an Icelandic sweater, this right-angle-weave necklace design incorporates two different two-hole beads
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DRAMATIC DECO NECKLACE Glenda Paunonen and Liisa Turunen Connect peyote-stitched components to form an art deco–inspired pendant that slides onto herringbone-stitched ropes
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SPIKY DANGLES Laura Andrews
These versatile dangle components work up quickly and are fun to incorporate into earring designs
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DEWDROPS PENDANT Leslee Frumin
This pretty netted pendant, suspended from a square-stitched chain, is reminiscent of a dewy flower from the garden
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BEAD BOUND Katie Wall
Celebrate National Craft Month by letting this necklace inspire you to make your own version (you could even win a prize for participating!)
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TAMBOURINE BANGLES Melinda Barta
Get a sneak peek at Beadwork Editor Melinda Barta’s latest book, Mastering Herringbone Stitch: The Complete Guide
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PEYOTE POINTS BRACELET Julie Glasser
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FIRENZE NECKLACE Yvonne King
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BLUE DIAMOND BANGLE Jayashree Paramesh
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PRIMROSE PATH BRACELET Jennifer and Susan G. Schwartzenberger
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OPENING NIGHT BRACELET Jennifer Goodwin
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MOTHER EARTH NECKLACE Jeanette Baranauskas
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ILONA BRACELET Yasmin Sarfati
Dramatic Deco Necklace by Glenda Paunonen and Liisa Turunen
STITCH INDEX BRICK STITCH 51 CHENILLE STITCH 14 CRIMPING 20 FRINGE 34, 76 HERRINGBONE STITCH 28, 44 LADDER STITCH 14, 28 NETTING 24, 38, 56, 68, 72, 80
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READER’S TIP Instead of ribbon, I used a clasp made from seed and bugle beads to make the cuff much easier to wear daily.
VANDA NAGY of Kreuzlingen, Switzerland, was inspired by the gorgeous simplicity of Csilla Csirmaz’s Corset Cuff (Beadwork, October/ November 2012).
MARLENA AITKEN of Wichita, Kansas, made a matching set of jewelry by using the same colorway for three different patterns: Csilla Csirmaz’s Eye on the Prize Bracelet (Beadwork, February/ March 2012), Tina Hauer’s Drop-Dead Gorgeous Earrings (Beadwork, April/May 2012), and Cristie Prince’s Chain of Jewels necklace (Beadwork, August/September 2011).
YVONNE COPE of Bexhill-on-Sea, England, created this necklace based on Jill Wiseman’s Three Graces Collar (Beadwork, February/March 2013).
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READER’S TIP Rather than using a chain, I made two additional flowers and two smaller triangles.
SANDIE BACHAND of Vacaville, California, crafted this version of Sultan’s Treasure Bracelet by Maria Teresa Moran (Beadwork, February/March 2013).
READER’S TIP Rondelles replaced the edge picots and link the bugle motifs, and instead of bicones in the middle of each diamond, I used 4mm rose montées.
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contributors When I complete a difficult or long piece, my celebration is photographing my piece with props and displays and uploading it to social-networking sites and jewelry pages. This makes the piece feel complete, and the comments I receive are all part of the celebration. —JEANET TE BARANAUSKAS
I love to show off my work! My husband is usually the nearest “victim” forced to admire it, but he is always supportive and enthusiastic about my work anyway. I immediately move to my next project (often working concurrently to keep my creativity fresh), which is always something entirely different, both in design and color. —SALLY BOEHME
What is the best way to celebrate finishing a long or difficult project? I sometimes reward myself with fresh gourmet coffee and by going out to dinner in a new outfit that matches my newly created jewelry. Most often, though, I take a trip to the mountains or outdoors away from my design table to maintain balance and refresh my creativity. —JENNIFER GOODWIN
My celebration would be to buy more beads, of course! —Y VONNE KING
As soon as I finish one project, I’m on to the next. If it is a long or difficult project, I am excited to finally wear it. I like to photograph the piece, and then I’m eager to finally clean up all those beads and start something new. —JULIE GLASSER
My way to celebrate finishing a long or difficult project is to get new beads and start a new project. —YASMIN SARFATI
After I finish a long project, I display it where I can see it several times a day and wonder, “Did I really make this?” It is a beautiful feeling. Sometimes, I celebrate the completion of a difficult project by wearing my jewelry and doing a happy dance for my family’s eyes only. —JAYASHREE PARAMESH
I celebrate by buying more beads for my next project. —JENNIFER SCHWARTZENBERGER
My immediate answer to the question was “Chocolate and wine!” followed by “I celebrate by bragging about it on Facebook.” —SUSAN SCHWARTZENBERGER
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the challenge What happens when you give an editor and three lucky readers matching sets of materials to play with? We work with products we might not have considered using, and our creative sides get stretched one more notch. Attention bead artists, retailers, and wholesalers: If you would like to contribute materials and supplies to The Challenge, please contact Linda Harty at [emailprotected].
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I’ve been envisioning a large, bohemian-inspired, bead-embroidered pendant for some time now, and these metal pieces gave me the opportunity to explore that with more than just beads. I painted the kit pieces with Vintaj Patina Ink in aged bronze before stitching the window link, a brown labradorite faceted oval, and Czech two-hole flat squares, bricks, and daggers to my Ultrasuedecovered foundation. I used the smallest links to create two bails strung with a simple but heavy leather cord.
As soon as I opened my kit, I knew exactly what I was going to make. I knew I had to make a bead-embroidered angel necklace. I wanted to make sure I featured every metal piece in the kit. The angel needed a face of beauty, which I made of polymer clay, and she would be trimmed in pink. I chose a mixture of different sizes of seed beads. My inspiration is my family and friends.
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THE RULES: We use our favorites from the materials provided and, where necessary, round out projects with our own supplies.
THE STASH: This kit of antiqued THE SOURCE: Kabela Design, silver components from Kabela (610) 459-5816, www.kabela Design contained an enchanting design.com. selection of delicate metalwork.
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I rarely work with metal components, so this kit was a great opportunity to think outside the box. My first instinct was to use bead embroidery to evoke or mirror the filigreed details of the components. After further consideration, I decided the components would work better as delicate, feminine touches on a bolder, edgier design. I selected red jasper cabochons, black spike beads, and arrowheads for a visual counterpoint to the delicate filigree. The piece is titled Warrior’s Crest.
Since I’m a beadweaver and beaded bead designer, this kit was challenging for me. I’ve seldom worked with metal stampings and embroidery but decided to use my unconventional methods. To the large crystal piece, I added pink glass, green crystals, and dagger beads. I created a polymer clay cameo. Elements circled around my board, sometimes in a frenzied dance, until the focal piece was finished. I added beaded beads and other pieces to chain, and Conjuring Fantasy was born.
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stitch pro { CHENILLE STITCH } Jean Campbell
MATERIALS & TOOLS Size 11° seed beads in 2 contrasting colors (A is lime, and B is pink in the illustrations) Beading thread Scissors Size 10 beading needle
We old-school beadweaving editors are usually pretty suspicious when someone tells us they’ve discovered a new stitch. We look down our noses and say, “There are really no new stitches, just standard stitch combinations.” Well, every once in a while we get a pleasant surprise. I was recently introduced to chenille stitch. This technique might not be new and may also be known by other names, but it’s truly worth noting. The resulting rope is probably in that category of “standard stitch combinations,” since it’s just a combination of tubular herringbone stitch and tubular netting, but the result is so nice, I personally think it deserves its special name. Round 1: Use 3' of thread to string 2A,
leaving a 3" tail. Use the tail and working threads to form a square knot and pass through the 2A again. String 1A, pass through the last A exited, and the A just added; repeat three times to form a strip of ladder stitch 1A high and 6A long. Ladder-stitch the first and last A together to form a ring (Fig.1).
Try This • Alternate bead sizes in each round for a lacy, interesting rope. In the bottom sample above, I’ve used size 11°s in the tubular herringbonestitched rounds and size 8°s in the tubular-netted rounds. • For a completely different look, work 2 or more rounds of tubular herringbone stitch before you work the tubular netting. The result is a smooth herringbone rope with pops of color (middle sample). • Speaking of color, you’ll take full advantage of this technique when you contrast the colors in each round. This way, you’ll see the little polka dots created by the netting very clearly (top sample).
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Fig.1: Ladder-stitching the ring
Round 2: String 1B, pass down through
the next A of the previous round, and up through the following A; repeat twice. Step up through the first B added in this round (Fig.2). Round 3: String 2A, pass through the next B of the previous round; repeat twice. Step up through the first A added in this round (Fig.3). Round 4: String 1B, pass down through the next A of the previous round, and up through the following A; repeat twice. Step up through the first B added in this round (Fig.4). Rounds 5 and on: Repeat Rounds 3 and 4 to the desired length. Final round: End with a Round 3 repeat. Without adding any beads, form a ladderstitched thread path so the first and final rounds match.✦ JEAN CAMPBELL is senior editor of Beadwork magazine and a jewelry-design artist and teacher. She is the author of several beading books and videos, including Jean Campbell’s Best Beading Workshops: Floral Designs and Global Designs, both available at interweavestore.com.
Fig.2: Stitching tubular netting in Round 2
Fig.3: Forming Round 3 with tubular herringbone stitch
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Multiple layers of simply strung seed and pressed-glass beads are bound together by a peyote-stitched tube to form this striking necklace.
MATERIALS 70 g opaque gray size 8° seed beads (A) 350 coral 4mm fire-polished rounds (B) 100 chartreuse 4mm fire-polished rounds (C) 16 sterling silver 2mm crimp tubes 29' of .014 beading wire Smoke 6 lb braided beading thread
TOOLS Scissors Size 11 beading needle Wire cutters Crimping pliers FINISHED SIZE: 35" (shortest strand)
TECHNIQUES stringing crimping flat peyote stitch See p. 94 for helpful technique information.
PROJEC T LEVEL See p. 4 for project-level information.
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1) STRANDS. String 8 individual neck-
lace strands: Strand 1: Use one 46" piece of beading wire to string 8" of A, 50B, 26" of A, and 2 crimp tubes. Use the other end of the wire to string the tubes in the opposite direction. Use both wire ends to snug the beads. Crimp the tubes. Set aside. Note: The strand’s finished length is 42". Strand 2: Repeat Strand 1 using one 45" piece of beading wire, 7½" of A, 50B, and 25½" of A for a second strand. Note: The strand’s finished length is 41". Strands 3–8: Repeat Strand 1 six times, using one piece of beading wire that is 1" shorter than the previous wire and subtracting 1" from the total length of A used in each strand, for the following finished lengths: 40", 39", 38", 37", 36", and 35".
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Beading Challenge Celebrate National Craft Month this March with the Fusion Beads 30-Day Beading Challenge. Make a project inspired by Katie Wall’s Bead Bound necklace and submit your design to Fusion Beads’ Facebook timeline by March 31 for your chance to win one of three $100 gift certificates from Fusion Beads.
necklace by LINDSAY BURKE
Here are a few fun variations on Bead Bound to get your creativity flowing. Add a personal touch by including your favorite colors and beads and using netting, right-angle weave, or any other stitch for the tube.
2) TUBE. Use flat peyote stitch to form
a strip, then join the ends to form a tube: Rows 1 and 2: Use 6' of thread to string 10C, leaving a 4" tail. Row3: String 1C, skip 1C of the previous row, and pass back through the next C; repeat four times. Row4: String 1C and pass back through the next C of the previous row; repeat four times. Rows 5–10: Repeat Row4 six times. Zip: Gather Strands 1–8, aligning the crimp tubes. Wrap the peyotestitched strip around the crimp tubes of the strands so the beads of the first and last rows interlock like a zipper. Weave the beads together to form a seamless tube (Fig.1).
Visit www.fusionbeads.com/marchphotocontest2014 for more information and complete contest rules. Learn more about the Fusion Beads 30-Day Bead Challenge on page 23.
necklace by KATIE WALL
necklace by LINDSAY BURKE
Fig.1: Zipping the tube
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Secure: Turn the stitched tube so one end
KATIE WALL has been working with beads since 1993. She loves to work with bright, bold colors, and her favorite stitch is right-angle weave. She happily goes to work every day at FusionBeads.com with her dog, Gus.
is up. Secure the stitched tube to Strands 1–8 by passing up through the nearest A on one strand, down through the adjacent A on the next strand, and down through the next C on the stitched tube, then weave through beads to exit up through the same C; repeat around one end of the stitched tube to secure the stitched tube to the strands (Fig.2). Weave through beads to exit out from the other end of the stitched tube; repeat from the beginning of this section to secure the other end of the stitched tube to the strands. Secure the thread and trim.✦
RESOURCES Check your favorite bead retailer or contact: FireLine braided beading thread and all other materials: FusionBeads.com, (888) 781-3559.
Fig.2: Securing the tube to the strands
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TECHNIQUES right-angle weave netting flat and circular peyote stitch picot See p. 94 for helpful technique information.
PROJEC T LEVEL See p. 4 for project-level information.
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DESIGNER of the Year
Christina Neit
icelandia RESEMBLING AN ICELANDIC SWEATER, this
right-angle-weave necklace design incorporates two different two-hole beads. 1) BASE. Work a row of right-angle weave, then embellish it with flat peyote stitch, netting, and picots to form the necklace base: Row1, Stitch 1: Use 6' of thread to string a stop bead, leaving a 12" tail. String 1D and 3B; pass up through the second (right) hole of the D. String 3B; pass down through the first (left) hole of the D and up through the right hole (without passing through the bottom 3B) (Fig.1, green thread). Row1, Stitch 2: String 1B, 1D, and 1E; pass up through the right hole of the previous D, through the B just added, and down through the first (left) hole of the D just added (Fig.1, blue thread).
Row1, Stitch 3: String 3B; pass up through
the right hole of the D in the previous stitch. String 3B; pass down through the left hole and up through the right hole of the same D (without passing through the bottom 3B) (Fig.1, red thread). Row1, Stitches 4–149: Repeat Stitches 2 and 3 seventy-three times or to the desired length minus 1" for the clasp. Pass through the fourth B of the final stitch (the first B at the top of the D). Row2: String 3A, skip 1B of the previous row, and pass through the following B, then string 1F, skip 1B of the previous row, and pass through the next B; repeat seventy-three times or for the length of Row1. String 3A, skip 1B of the previous row, and pass through the following 1B/left hole of 1D/2B (Fig.2).
Influenced by Native American beadwork, Christina Neit started beading and incorporating porcupine quills in 2004. Since then her work and teaching has evolved, and she continues to challenge herself. To see Christina’s finished work and tutorials or to contact her, visit www.goodquill hunting.com.
MATERIALS 1 g copper size 15° seed beads (A) 10 g matte metallic purple/olive size 11° seed beads (B) 5 g gilt-lined pumpkin opal size 11° seed beads (C) 75 peacock 6mm Czech flat 2-hole squares (D) 21 g opaque violet Picasso 5×2.5mm 2-hole seed beads (E) 5 g transparent amethyst 3.4mm drops (F) Smoke 6 or 8 lb braided beading thread
TOOLS Scissors Size 10 and 12 beading needles
FINISHED SIZE: 21"
Artist’s Tip If you have trouble finding peacock two-hole squares similar to those Christina used, substitute them with CzechMate squares in the color and finish of your choice.
Fig.1: Forming Row1, Stitches 1–3 of the base
Fig.2: Stitching Row2 of the base
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Row3: String 1C; pass through the bottom
(second) hole of the nearest E. String 3C; pass through the bottom hole of the E again to form a net. String 1C, skip 1B of Row1, and pass through the following B. Repeat from the beginning of this row seventy-three times. Pass through the next B of Row1 and under the thread between beads of Row1, then weave through beads to exit back through the center C of the last net (Fig.3, blue thread). Row4: String 1B, 2E, and 1B, then pass through the center C of the next net in Row3; repeat seventy-two times (Fig.3, red thread). Row5: String 4B; pass through the bottom (second) hole of the last E added, then string 1C and pass through the bottom hole of the next E. String 1E and pass through the bottom hole of the following E, then string 1C, and pass through the bottom hole of the next E; repeat seventy-one times. Pass back through the nearest B of Row4 (near the top of the final E exited) and the center C of the nearest net in Row3. String 4B; pass back through the bottom hole of the last E exited (Fig.4, blue thread). Row6: String 3B; pass through the bottom (second) hole of the last E exited and back through the nearest C of Row5. *String 2B; pass through the bottom hole of the next E in Row5. String 3B; pass through the bottom hole of the last E exited. String 2B; pass back through the following C. Repeat from * seventyone times, then pass back through the bottom hole of the next E of Row4. String 3B; pass back through the bottom hole of the last E exited and the first 4B of Round5. Secure the working thread and trim it; don’t trim the tail thread (Fig.4, red thread). 2) CLASP BAR. Use flat peyote stitch to
form a tube, then connect it to the necklace: Strip: Use 18" of thread to peyote-stitch a strip 14B wide and 12 rows long, leaving a 4" tail. 26
Fig.3: Adding Rows 3 and 4 of the base
Fig.4: Working Rows 5 and 6 of the base
Zip: Fold the strip so the first and last rows
interlock like a zipper. Weave the beads together to form a seamless tube. Exit out through one end of the tube. Ends: String 1F; pass through the center of the tube. String 1F; pass back through the center of the tube and through the first F (Fig.5, yellow thread), then pull tight; repeat the thread path to reinforce. Secure the thread and trim. Set the tube aside. Connect: Remove the stop bead from the tail thread of the base and add a needle. String 6B; pass up through the left hole of the last D exited and through the first 4B just added (Fig.5, green thread). String 2B, 1C, 1E, 1C, and 2B; pass
through the side of the tube (between beads) in the center (Fig.5, blue thread). String 1A; pass back through the side of the tube. String 2B and 1C; pass through the second (top) hole of the last E added. String 1C and 2B; pass through the third and fourth B of the 6B in the beginning of this section (Fig.5, red thread). Repeat the thread path several times to reinforce. Secure the thread and trim. 3) CLASP LOOP. Use circular peyote
stitch to form the clasp loop: Loop connector: Start 12" of new thread that exits up through the right hole of the D at the free end of the base. String
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Fig.5: Attaching the clasp bar to the end of the necklace
6B; pass up through the right hole of the last D exited and through the first 4B just added (Fig.6, yellow thread). Loop, Rounds 1 and 2: String 23B; pass through the last 3B exited in the loop connector and the first B just added (Fig.6, green thread). Loop, Round3: String 1B, skip 1B of the previous round, and pass through the
Fig.6: Forming the clasp loop
next B; repeat ten times. Weave through beads to exit from the first B added in this round (Fig.6, blue thread). Loop, Round4: String 1A, 1C, and 1A, then pass through the next B of Round3; repeat nine times (Fig.5, red thread). Secure the thread and trim.✦
RESOURCES Check your favorite bead retailer or contact: Seed beads, Miyuki drops, Superduo 2-hole seed beads, and FireLine braided beading thread: Out On A Whim, (800) 232-3111, www.whimbeads .com. Alternative CzechMates 2-hole squares: Artbeads.com, (866) 715-2323, or FusionBeads.com, (888) 781-3559.
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TECHNIQUES circular, tubular, and odd-count flat peyote stitches tubular herringbone stitch picot ladder stitch See p. 94 for helpful technique information.
PROJEC T LEVEL See p. 4 for project-level information.
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DESIGNER of the Year
Glenda Paunonen and Liisa Turunen
dramatic deco necklace
Glenda Paunonen and Liisa Turunen are a motherdaughter beading team specializing in designing and teaching, utilizing all forms of beadwork. Their home base is Crystal Creations, Beads Gone Wild in Florida, established in 1990. They travel and teach all over the world. Contact them at www.beadsgonewild.com.
FORM PEYOTE-STITCHED COMPONENTS WITH bezeled
crystal fancy stones, then connect them to form an art deco–inspired pendant that slides onto herringbonestitched ropes.
MATERIALS 1) LARGE COMPONENT. Use circular
Rounds 6 and 7: Work 16 stitches with 1C
peyote stitch to form a flat square: Round1: Use 4' of thread to string 4C, leaving a 6" tail; pass through the 4C again to form a tight circle and exit from the first C strung. Round2: String 1C and pass through the next C of Round1; repeat three times. Step up for the next and subsequent rounds by passing through the first bead added in the current round (Fig.1, brown thread). Round3: Work 4 circular peyote stitches with 3C in each stitch (Fig.1, pink thread). Round4: String 2C, skip 1C of Round3, and pass through the next C, then string 1C, and pass through the next C of Round3; repeat three times (Fig.1, purple thread). Round5: Work 1 stitch with 2C, then work 2 stitches with 1C in each stitch; repeat three times (Fig.1, orange thread).
in each stitch for 2 rounds (Fig.1, blue thread). Round8: Work 3 stitches with 1C in each stitch, then work 1 stitch with 3C; repeat three times (Fig.1, red thread). Round9: Work 3 stitches with 1C in each stitch. String 2C, skip 1C of Round8, and pass through the next C, then work 4 stitches with 1C in each stitch; repeat twice. String 2C, skip 1C of Round8, and pass through the next 1C. Work 1 stitch with 1C (Fig.2, orange thread). Round10: Work 3 stitches with 1C in each stitch. Work 1 stitch with 2C, then work 5 stitches with 1C in each stitch; repeat twice. Work 1 stitch with 2C, then work 2 stitches with 1C in each stitch (Fig.2, blue thread). Rounds 11 and 12: Work 28 stitches with 1C in each stitch for 2 rounds (Fig.2, red thread).
0.5 g metallic gold size 15° seed beads (A) 15 g metallic gold size 11° seed beads (B) 8 g mermaid-treasure green size 11° cylinder beads (C) 2.5 g metallic gold size 11° cylinder beads (D) 26 turquoise AB2X 3mm crystal bicones (E) 4 turquoise AB2X 4mm crystal bicones (F) 2 crystal AB 3mm crystal rose montées 3 white opal 12mm crystal square fancy stones 1 Pacific opal 12mm crystal square fancy stone 2 white 4mm crystal pearl rounds 2 white 8mm crystal pearl rounds 1 gold-plated 6×8mm magnetic clasp Gold size D nylon beading thread
TOOLS Scissors Size 10 beading needle
FINISHED SIZE: 16½" necklace (with 3 × 3¼" focal)
Artists’ Tips • If you want to be able to pull the pendant section on and off the ropes, make sure your clasp is small enough to go through the bails. • You can design the ends of the neck straps with any style of beads as long as the beads are large enough to hold the bails in place. Fig.1: Stitching Rounds 2–8 of the large component
Fig.2: Working Rounds 9–12 of the large component
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DESIGNER of the Year Fig.3: Forming Rounds 13–16 of the large component
Fig.4: Adding the bezel to the large component
Round13: Work 2 stitches with 1C in each
3) BEZELS. Use tubular peyote stitch to
stitch. Work 1 stitch with 3C, then work 6 stitches with 1C in each stitch; repeat twice. Work 1 stitch with 3C, then work 4 stitches with 1C in each stitch (Fig.3, purple thread). Round14: Work 2 stitches with 1C in each stitch. String 2C, skip 1C of Round13, and pass through the next C, then work 7 stitches with 1C in each stitch; repeat twice. String 2C, skip 1C of Round13, and pass through the next C, then work 5 stitches with 1C in each stitch (Fig.3, orange thread). Round15: Work 2 stitches with 1C in each stitch. Work 1 stitch with 2C, then work 8 stitches with 1C in each stitch; repeat twice. Work 1 stitch with 2C, then work 6 stitches with 1C in each stitch (Fig.3, blue thread). Round16: Work 40 stitches with 1C in each stitch (Fig.3, red thread). Weave through beads to exit from the first C of a 3C set in Round8. Secure and trim the tail thread, but don’t trim the working thread; set the large component aside.
bezel the crystal squares: Bezel Round1: Use the working thread of the large component to string 1D, skip 1C of Round8 in the component, and pass through the next C, then work 4 stitches with 1D in each stitch using the C of Round8 in the component as the base to stitch in the ditch; repeat three times (Fig.4, black thread). Step up for the next and subsequent rounds by passing through the first bead added in the current round. Bezel Round2: Work 20 stitches with 1D in each stitch (Fig.4, purple thread). Bezel Round3: Place 1 white opal crystal faceup into the beadwork. While holding the crystal in place, work 4 stitches with 1D in each stitch, then pass through the next D of Bezel Round2 to form a decrease; repeat three times (Fig.4, orange thread). Bezel Round4: Work 3 stitches with 1D in each stitch, then pass through the nearest 2D of Bezel Round2 and the following D of Bezel Round3 to form a decrease; repeat three times (Fig.4, pink thread). Bezel Round5: Work 2 stitches using 1D in each stitch, then string 1E and pass through the next D of Bezel Round4; repeat three times (Fig.4, blue thread). Bezel Round6: Work 1 stitch with 1D, then weave through beads to exit from the next D of Bezel Round5; repeat three times (Fig.4, red thread). Don’t
2) SMALL COMPONENTS. Repeat Step 1,
Rounds 1–11, then weave through beads to exit from the first C of a 3C set in Round8. Secure and trim the tail thread, but don’t trim the working thread; set the small component aside. Repeat this entire step twice for a total of 3 small components.
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trim the thread; set the large component aside. Repeat this entire step twice using small components. Repeat again using the Pacific opal crystal and the remaining small component. 4) EMBELLISHMENT. Stitch embellish-
ments on the large component: Ridge: Weave through beads to exit from
the first C of a 3C set in Round13. String 1D, skip 1C of Round13, and pass through the next C of Round13, then work 7 stitches with 1D in each stitch using the C of Round13 as the base to stitch in the ditch; repeat three times. Step up through the first D added in this step (Fig.5, blue thread). Corners: *String 1F; pass through the nearest corner D of Bezel Round1, back through the F just added, and through the first D of the ridge in this step. Weave through beads to exit from the next corner D of the ridge. Repeat from * twice. Add 1F as before and weave through beads to exit from a corner C of Round16 (Fig.5, red thread). 5) CONNECT. Connect the squares to form a pendant: Dangle: Use the working thread of the large component to string 2A; pass through a corner C of Round11 in the small Pacific opal component. String 2A; pass through the corner C exited from the large component, then pass through
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Glenda Paunonen and Liisa Turunen Fig.5: Stitching the ridge and corner embellishments on the large component
Fig.6: Attaching the dangle
the nearest C of Round15 and the following C of Round16 in the large component (Fig.6, orange thread). String 2A, 1E, and 2A; pass through the mirror C of the small component, then weave through beads to exit from the C of Round16 on the other side of the corner C in the small component (Fig.6, blue thread). String 2A, 1E, and 2A; pass through the mirror C of Round16 in the large component (Fig.6, red thread). Secure the thread and trim. Row1: Arrange the dangle so the large component is on the bottom, the small component on top. Use the working thread of the small component to weave through beads to exit from the rightmost-corner C, toward the top of the beadwork. Work 3 peyote stitches with 1D in each stitch; pass through the nearest C of Round10 and the following C of Round11. Work 3 peyote stitches with 1D in each stitch; pass under the thread between beads of the previous round and back through the last C exited and the last D added (Fig.7, purple thread). Row2: Work 2 peyote stitches with 1D in each stitch. Weave through beads to exit from the next D of Row1. Work 2 peyote stitches with 1D in each stitch (Fig.7, orange thread). Row3: String 3A and 1D; pass back through the last D of Row2. Work 1 peyote stitch with 1D. Align the edge of the small Pacific opal component with the edge of another small component.
String 1D; pass through the third C of Round11 on the nearest edge of the white opal small component, the following C of Round10, and the next C of Round11. String 1D; pass back through the second D of Row2. Work 1 peyote stitch with 1D. String 1D and 3A; pass back through the last D of Row1. Weave through beads to exit from the first D added in this row (Fig.7, blue thread). Zip: Weave the beads along the edges of the small components together to form a seamless connection (Fig.7, red thread). Rose montée: Weave through beads to exit back through the fourth D of Row1, toward the center of the beadwork. String 1A, 1 rose montée, and 1A; pass back through the third D of Row3 and through the third D of Row1. String 1A, the other hole of the rose montée, and 1A; pass through the fourth D of Row3 (Fig.8). Repeat the thread path several times until the rose montée is secure. Secure the thread and trim. Start 2' of new thread that exits from the leftmost-corner D of the small Pacific opal component, toward the top of the beadwork, then repeat this entire step to connect the remaining small white opal component to the small Pacific opal component. Set the pendant aside.
Fig.7: Connecting the small components
6) BAILS. Peyote-stitch and embellish the
pendant bails: Strip, Row1: Start 2' of new thread that
exits from the rightmost corner of the top-rightmost small component, toward the top of the beadwork. Pass through the nearest C of Round10 and the following C of Round11. Work 5 stitches with 1D in each stitch (Fig.9, blue thread). Strip, Row2: String 1C; pass back through the last D added in the previous row. Work 4 stitches with 1C in each stitch. String 1C and work an odd-count turnaround to pass back through the C just added (Fig.9, red thread). Strip, Rows3–28: Use C to continue to work odd-count peyote stitch for 26 rows. Zip: Fold the strip so Rows1 and 28 interlock like a zipper. Weave the beads together to form a seamless join, then weave through beads to exit from the first C of Row6, toward the center of the work. Ridge 1: String 1D and pass through the next C of Row6; repeat four times. Weave through beads to exit back through the edge C of Row10 (Fig.10, green thread). Ridge 2: String 1D and pass back through the next C of Row10; repeat four times. Weave through beads to exit from the first D added in Ridge 1, toward the center of the work (Fig.10, blue thread).
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Fig.8: Attaching a rose montée
Embellishment: String 1E; pass back
through the fourth D of Ridge 2, back through the E just added, and the last D exited in Ridge 1, then weave through beads to exit from the second D of Ridge 1, toward the work (Fig.10, red thread). Repeat the embellishment three times to stitch E between Ridges 1 and 2 for a total of 4E. Secure the thread and trim. Repeat this entire step to add a bail to the leftmost corner of the pendant; set aside. 7) NECK STRAPS. Form herringbone-
stitched ropes, attach them to the pendant, and add the clasp: Rope Round1: Use 6' of thread to ladderstitch a strip 4B long, leaving an 8" tail. Ladder-stitch the first and last B together to form a ring (Fig.11, blue thread). Rope Round2: String 2B, pass down through the next B of the previous round, and up through the following B; repeat once. Step up for the next round by passing up through the first B added in this round (Fig.11, red thread). Rope Rounds 3 and on: Repeat Round2 until the rope is 7½" long or to the desired length. Note: The rope should be long enough to reach from the bottom of one bail to the back center of the neck. Bail end: String one bail of the pendant (top to bottom), pulling the rope through the bail. String one 8mm pearl and 3A; pass back through the pearl, into the opposite B on the rope end, 32
Fig.9: Starting the strip for the bail
Fig.11: Forming a ladder-stitched base, then beginning the herringbone-stitched rope
and out from the following B (Fig.12). Repeat the thread path several times to reinforce. Secure the working thread and trim; do not trim the tail thread. Try on the necklace to test for length and make adjustments to the rope as necessary. Clasp: Place a needle on the tail thread and string one 4mm pearl, 6A, and one half of the clasp; pass back through the pearl, into the opposite B on the rope end, and out from the following B (Fig.13). Repeat the thread path several times to reinforce. Secure the working thread and trim. Repeat this entire step for a second neck strap.✦
Fig.10: Embellishing the bail
Fig.12: Adding the bail end of the rope
Fig.13: Attaching the clasp
RESOURCES Check your favorite bead retailer or contact: Seed beads; Miyuki Delica cylinder beads; Swarovski crystal bicones, pearls, and squares; clasp; and Nymo nylon beading thread: Beads Gone Wild, www.beadsgonewild.com, (561) 649-9909.
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Breezeway Bangle, incorporating Triangles by Starman TrendSetter Nichole Starman Original pattern featured in Beadwork Magazine Oct./Nov. 2013
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Laura Andrews
spiky dangles TAKING INSPIRATION FROM ART deco, these spiky
dangle components are quick to make and can be strung on strands of beads or chain to become earrings or used as embellishments for necklaces and bracelets. 1) BEZEL. Use right-angle weave to form a cylindrical bezel for a spike: Unit1: Use 3' of thread to string 1B, 1C, 1B, 2A, 1B, 1C, 1B, and 2A, leaving a 6" tail; use the working and tail threads to tie a square knot. Pass through the first 1B/1C/1B to form a tight rectangle (Fig.1, blue thread). Unit2: String 2A, 1B, 1C, 1B, and 2A; pass through the last 1B/1C/1B exited in Unit1 and the first 2A/1B/1C/1B just added (Fig.1, red thread). Units 3–7: Repeat Unit2 five times.
Unit8: String 2A; pass up through the
nearest 1B/1C/1B of Unit1. String 2A; pass down through the nearest 1B/1C/1B of Unit7 (Fig.2, blue thread) and through the following 2A/1B (Fig.2, red thread). Spike: String 1 spike; with the spike pointing down, pass down through the mirror B on the opposite side of the bezel and through the nearest 2A below the B just exited (Fig.3). Pass through the next 14A and up through the first B exited in this section (Fig.4, blue thread). Pass back through the spike, down through the nearest B, and through the 16A again to reinforce (Fig.4, red thread). Weave through beads to exit from 2A at the top of the bezel.
Fig. 1: Forming Units 1 and 2 of the dangle
Fig. 2: Stitching Unit 8, forming a ring
When Laura Andrews was a child, her mother, a very talented artist, taught her beading while sharing the importance of originality. Training in art, color, theatrical costuming, lampworking, metalwork, wireworking, and communication led Laura to teaching. Travels, teaching, and friends from around the globe provide her inspiration. Laura teaches at many bead societies, shows, and shops throughout the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany. To view Laura’s designs and upcoming classes, visit www.lauraandrews.com.
MATERIALS 1 g gold size 15° seed beads (A) 1 g silver-lined Capri blue size 11° seed beads (B) 16 violet gold luster 3mm (size 1) Japanese bugle beads (C) 8 tourmaline 3mm crystal bicones (D) 2 lavender gold luster 5×13mm pressed-glass spikes 1 pair of gold-filled 20×21mm ball-end ear wires 3¼" of gold-filled 1.5–2×3mm figure-eight chain Smoke 6 lb braided beading thread
TOOLS Scissors Size 12 beading needle Wire cutters 2 pairs of chain- or flat-nose pliers
FINISHED SIZE: 1¾"
Fig. 3: Adding the spike
Fig. 4: Securing the spike and tightening the bezel (shown from bottom)
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Option Attach the fringes of one earring top to the top of another bezel and use twice as much chain to form back-to-back spiked earrings.
Fig. 5: Adding the fringes (shown from top)
2) EARRING TOP. Stitch fringes to form
the top of the earring: Fringe: *String 1A, 1D, 2A, and 1B; pass back through the 2A/1D/1A just added and through the next 4A at the top of the bezel. Repeat from * three times for a total of 4 fringes. Pass through the first 1A/1D/2A/1B of the first fringe (Fig.5). Connect: Pass through all 4B of the fringes twice (Fig.6, blue thread). Center: String 1A; pass through the end B of the mirror fringe, then pass back through the A just added and through the first B exited (Fig.6, red thread). Secure the thread and trim.
Artist’s Tips • Use tight tension to form sturdy dangles. • As you weave through beads to secure the threads, weave through loose areas of the beadwork to reinforce. Fig. 6: Connecting the fringes
3) ASSEMBLY. String the top of the ear-
ring to the center of one 1¼" piece of chain. Attach 1 ear wire to the ends of the chain by opening and tightly closing the loop as you would a jump ring (Fig.7). 4) Repeat Steps 1–3 for a second earring.✦
Fig. 7: Attaching the chain and ear wire
• Stitch several bezeled spikes and randomly attach them to a multistrand necklace or bracelet. • For larger earrings, use 7x17mm spikes in place of 5x13mm spikes. Adjust the number of right-angleweave units and fringes as needed.
RESOURCES Check your favorite bead retailer or contact: Seed and bugle beads, Swarovski crystal bicones, and FireLine braided beading thread: Out On A Whim, (800) 232-3111, www.whimbeads.com. Spikes: My Olivia Jewelry, www.myoliviajewelry.etsy .com. Chain and ear wires: Artbeads.com, (866) 715-2323.
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TECHNIQUES netting and tubular netting square stitch See p. 94 for helpful technique information.
PROJEC T LEVEL See p. 4 for project-level information.
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DESIGNER of the Year
Leslee Frumin
dewdrops pendant THIS PRETTY PENDANT FEATURES a layered
medallion reminiscent of a dewy flower from the garden. The simple chain and button-loop closure could be used in other projects as well. 1) PENDANT. Work netting to form a
Round2, Petal 3: String 1B, 1D, 1B, 1E
flower-shaped pendant: Round1: Use 9' of thread to string 8B, leaving a 3' tail; pass through the 8B again to form a circle. Use the tail and working threads to tie a square knot; pass through the first B strung (Fig.1, green thread). Round2, Petals 1 and 2: String 1B, 1E (top to bottom), 1B, 1D, 1B, 1E (bottom to top), and 1B; pass through the next B of Round1 (Fig.1, blue thread). String 1B; pass back through the last E added (Fig.1, red thread).
(bottom to top), and 1B; pass through the next B of Round1 (Fig.2, blue thread). String 1B; pass back through the last E added (Fig.2, red thread). Round2, Petals 4–8: Repeat Petal 3 five times (Fig.3, green thread). String 1B, 1D, and 1B; pass back through the first E of Petal 1 (Fig.3, blue thread). String 1B; pass through the first B of Round1. Repeat the blue and red thread paths of Fig.1 to reinforce; pass through the next B of Petal 2 (Fig.3, red thread).
Leslee Frumin loves the colors, textures, and shapes that can be created from beads. Creating sparkle with simple elegance is her design focus. Leslee enjoys teaching her designs around the country and is a Create Your Style Swarovski Elements Ambassador. Visit Leslee at www.leslee frumin.com.
MATERIALS 3 g metallic bronze size 15° seed beads (A) 4 g metallic bronze size 11° seed beads (B) 58 jade 3mm crystal pearl rounds (C) 50 jade 6mm crystal pearl rounds (D) 8 jade 8×11mm crystal pearl teardrops (E) 8 crystal AB 2.5mm crystal bicones (F) 14 jet AB2X 3mm crystal bicones (G) 20 jet AB2X 4mm crystal bicones (H) 8 crystal AB 6×9mm crystal teardrops (I) Crystal 6 lb braided beading thread
TOOLS Scissors Size 12 beading needles
FINISHED SIZE: 19¾"
Fig.1: Forming Round1 and Round2, Petals 1 and 2, of the pendant Fig.2: Stitching Round2, Petal 3, of the pendant
Artist’s Tips • As you work the medallion, be careful not to skip the B beads while the structure is floppy. • To adjust the length of the necklace, add or subtract the number of Stitch2 repeats in Step2. Each repeat of Stitch2 is 7⁄8" long.
Fig.3: Completing Round2 of the pendant
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Fig.4: Adding the first stitch of the pendant’s Round3
Round3: String 3A, 1I (top to bottom),
and 5A; pass through the nearest 1B/1D/1B set of Round2. String 5A; pass back through the 1I/3A just added, down through the next B of Round2, and up through the previous B (Fig.4, blue thread). Repeat the thread path to reinforce, but pass up through the next B of Round2 (Fig.4, red thread). Repeat from the beginning of this round seven times. Round4: String 3A, pass down through the next B of Round2, and up through the following B; repeat seven times so that the nets sit on top of the previous round. Step up through the first 2A of this round (Fig.5, pink thread). Set the working thread aside. Center: Place a needle on the tail thread. String 1D; pass through the B of Round1 opposite the last B exited to place the D at the center of the round. Pass back through the D and through the first B exited (Fig.5, purple thread), then pass the thread toward the back of the beadwork; set the tail thread aside. Round5: Use the working thread to string 1G and pass through the center A of the next net in Round4; repeat seven times (Fig.5, green thread). Repeat the thread path to reinforce. Exit from the first A exited in this round. Round6: String 3A and pass through the center A of the next net in Round4; repeat seven times. Step up through the first 2A of this round (Fig.5, blue thread). Round7: String 1F and pass through the center A of the next net in Round6; repeat seven times (Fig.5, red thread). 40
Fig.5: Forming Rounds4–7 and the center of the pendant
Fig.6: Working Rounds8–10 of the pendant
Repeat the thread path to reinforce. Secure the thread and trim. Round8: Weave the tail thread through beads to exit from a 1B/1D/1B set of Round2. String 1A, 1C, and 1A, then pass through the next 1B/1D/1B set of Round2; repeat seven times (Fig.6, green thread). Round9: String 3A and pass through the next 1B/1D/1B set of Round2; repeat seven times. Note: The 3A should sit on the top of the pendant and to the inside of the beads in Round8. Weave through beads to exit from the nearest 5A of Round3 (Fig.6, blue thread). Round10: String 1B and pass through the next 5A of Round3, 3A of Round9, and 5A of Round3; repeat seven times (Fig.6, red thread). Secure the thread and trim; set aside.
2) CHAIN. Use square stitch to form a
chain for the pendant: Stitch 1: Use 3' of thread to string 1B, 1C, 2B, 1C, and 1B, leaving an 8" tail; pass through the first 1B/1C/1B strung (Fig.7, green thread). Stitch 2: String 1D, 1H, 1D, 1B, 1C, 2B, 1C, and 1B; pass back down through the 1D/1H/1D just strung, the second 1B/1C/1B set of the previous stitch, and up through the adjacent 1B/1C/1B (Fig.7, blue thread). Pass through the 1D/1H/1D just strung and the first 1B/1C/1B added in this stitch, pulling snug (Fig.7, red thread). Stitches 3–11: Repeat Stitch 2 nine times. Attach: String 3A; pass through 1D on the pendant’s edge. String 3A; pass through the second 1B/1C/1B column of Stitch 11, the first 1B/1C/1B exited, the first 3A just added, the D, and the
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Leslee Frumin last 3A just added (Fig.8, blue thread). String 2A, then pass through the first 3A of this section, the D, and the last 3A (Fig.8, red thread); repeat the blue thread path several times to reinforce. Secure the working thread and trim; don’t trim the tail thread. Repeat this entire step to form and attach a second chain to the pendant, 2D from the first chain. 3) CLASP BUTTON. Work tubular netting to form and connect the button half of the clasp: Round1: Use 2' of thread to string {1C and 1A} six times, leaving a 5" tail; pass through the beads again to form a circle. Use the tail and working threads to tie a square knot; pass through the first 1C/1A and pull tight to hide the knot (Fig.9, green thread). Center: String 1D; use light tension to pass through the opposite A of Round1, back through the D just added, through the last A exited in Round1 and the D just added (Fig.9, blue thread). Connection: String 3A; pass down through the last 1B/1C/1B of 1 chain end, then pass up through the adjacent 1B/1C/1B. String 3A; pass through the D of the clasp button. Repeat the thread path to reinforce. Weave through beads
to exit from 1A of Round1 (Fig.9, red thread). Round2: String 5A and pass through the next A of Round1; repeat five times. Step up through the first 3A of this round (Fig.10, blue thread). Round3: String 1G and pass through the center A of the next net in Round2; repeat five times (Fig.10, red thread). Repeat the thread path to reinforce. Secure the working and tail threads of the button thread and trim. Add a needle to the tail thread of the chain and weave through the connection beads to reinforce; secure the chain’s tail thread and trim. 4) CLASP LOOP. Use the tail thread of the other chain to string 20B or as many B as necessary to accommodate the button; pass down through the adjacent 1B/1C/1B on the end of the chain to form a loop. Test that the loop fits snugly around the button and make adjustments as necessary. Pass up through the first 1B/1C/1B exited, then repeat the thread path several times to reinforce. Secure the thread and trim.✦
RESOURCES Check your favorite bead retailer or contact: Seed beads, Swarovski crystals and pearls, and FireLine braided beading thread: Beads by Blanche, (201) 385-6225, www.beadsbyblanche.com.
Fig.7: Stitching the chain
Fig.8: Attaching the chain to the pendant
Fig.9: Adding the clasp button
Fig.10: Embellishing the clasp button
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Mix the playful texture of herringbone stitch with Indonesian striped glass beads in this one-size-fitsmost bangle. Although the bangle seems to be made with strips of flat herringbone that hold the accent beads in place, it’s actually worked quickly in the round. by Melinda Barta
tambourine bangles TECHNIQUE
Tubular herringbone stitch
MATERIALS
11 g matte metallic bronze size 11° Japanese seed beads (A) 1g matte silver sage permanent galvanized size 11° Japanese seed beads (B) 16 light blue with yellow and brown stripes 7–8×4mm Indonesian glass discs (C)
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16 dark blue with white and brown stripes 7–8×4mm Indonesian glass discs (D) Smoke 6lb braided beading thread
RESOURCES
NOTES
Check your favorite bead retailer or contact: Seed beads and FireLine braided beading thread: Beyond Beadery, (800) 840-5548, www .beyondbeadery.com. Indonesian discs: Bead World, (877) 802-2401, www.beadworldbeads .com. Kits: shop.beading daily.com/Tambourine BangleKit.
Start with the size 10 needle and switch to the size 12 if you ever have trouble fitting the needle through beads. The instructions given are for the bronze colorway.
TOOLS Scissors
Size 10 and 12 beading needles
FINISHED SIZE
3" (inner diameter) (7.5cm)
Use tubular herringbone stitch to form theband: ROUNDS 1AND 2: Use 6' (183cm) of thread to string {1B, 2A, and 1B} four times, leaving an 8" (20.5cm) tail. Pass through the first 2beads strung; don’t tie a knot (fig.1).
ROUND 3: String 2A and pass
down through the next A previously strung, and then skip 2B and pass up through the following A; repeat three times to add a total of 8A (fig.2). Note:Pull back on the tail thread as you work this and the following rounds to encourage the beads to stack. Step up for this and each subsequent round by passing through the first bead added in the current round. To keep the beadwork flexible, use relaxed thread tension.
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ROUND 4: String 2A; pass down
ROUND 5: String 2A; pass down pass up through the following through the next bead of the through the next bead of the 4A (A of Round 2, A of Round 3, previous round and up through previous round and up through A of Round 4, and A of Round 5). the following bead of the previous the following bead of the previous Repeat from the beginning of this round (fig.3, blue). String 2A; round (fig.4, blue). String 2A; round to add a total of 8A (fig.5, pass down through the next 2A (A pass down through the next 3A (A red). of Round 3and A of Round 2), then of Round 4, A of Round 3, and A ROUND 7: String 2A; pass down pass up through the following 2A of Round2), then pass up through through the next bead of the (A of Round 2and A of Round 3). the following 3A (A of Round 2, previous round and up through This begins to form the first A of Round 3, and A of Round 4). the following bead of the previous opening in the side of the tube. Repeat from the beginning of this round (fig.6, blue). String 2A; X gadd matte metallic bronze size 11° Japanese (A) the next Repeat from the beginning of this round to a total of 8A (fig.4, pass seed downbeads through round to add a total of 8A andX g dark steel/silver red). sage permanent galvanized size 11° Japanese A of Round6. seed beadsString (B) 1C; pass form the second opening (fig.3, ROUND 6: String 2A; pass down up through the following A of 16 light blue with yellow-and-brown stripes 7–8x4mm glass discs (C) red). Note:The first 2columns through the next bead of the Round 6. Note:This places the C form one side of the band; the last 16 dark blue with white-and-brown stripes 7–8x4mm discs (D) previous round and up through in theglass opening. Repeat from the 2 columns form the second side. the following bead of the previous beginning of this round, this time Smoke 6 lb braided beading thread Fold the tube to help establish round (fig.5, blue). String 2A; using 1D in place of the C (fig.6, these sides. pass down through the next 4A red). (A of Round 5, A of Round 4, A of Round 3, and A of Round 2), then
TIPS • Don’t pull too tight in the round that adds the discs; otherwise, you might skew the direction of the herringbone beads along the edges. • If you need to straighten the direction of any beads, weave down through the trouble bead(s), retracing previous thread paths. Just remember to skip from one side to the next by following the thread paths through the discs or thethread paths of Rounds2and/or 3.
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ROUND 9: String 2A; pass down
through the next bead of the previous round and up through the following bead of the previous round (fig.8, blue). String 2A; pass down through the next 2A (A of Round 8and A of Round 7), then pass through the nearest disc and up through the following 2A (A of Round7and A of Round 8). Repeat from the beginning of this round to add a total of 8A (fig.8, red).
ROUND 10: String 2A; pass down
through the next bead of the previous round and up through the following bead of the previous round (fig.9, blue). String 2A; pass down through the next 3A (A of Round 9, A of Round 8, and A of Round7), then pass through the nearest disc and up through the following 3A (A of Round 7, A of Round 8, and A of Round 9). Repeat from the beginning of this round to add a total of 8A (fig.9, red).
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ROUND 11: String 2B; pass down
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ROUND 12: String 2A and pass down
through the next bead of the previous round and up through the following bead of the previous round; repeat three times to add a total of 8A and close the openings (fig.11). Repeat Rounds 3–12 fourteen times, or to the desired length, switching C and D every other round as desired to alternate the placement of the stripes along the edges of the bangle.
2Join the ends.
Repeat Rounds 3–10. To close the bangle, follow the thread path of Round 11, passing through the B of Round 1instead of stringing new B beads (fig.12). Follow the thread path of Round 12, passing through Round 2 beads to reinforce the connection and close the ends. Secure the thread and trim. Add a needle to the tail thread and weave through beads of the connecting rounds to reinforce; secure the thread and trim.✦
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peyote points bracelet JULIE GLASSER
After being involved in making projects for Kate McKinnon’s Contemporary Geometric Beadwork book, Julie was inspired to use simple peyote-stitched increases and decreases to form this modern cuff that shapes beautifully around the wrist.
TECHNIQUE
MAIN COLORWAY
odd-count flat peyote stitch brick stitch See p. 94 for helpful technique information.
PROJEC T LEVEL See p. 4 for project-level information.
BEADWORK
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MATERIALS 1 g each size 11° cylinder beads in shell pink luster (A), galvanized satin-finish muscat (B), galvanized satin-finish berry (C), galvanized dusty mauve (D), galvanized pale lavender (E), rose-lined crystal (F), galvanized cranberry (G), galvanized satin-finish light smoky amethyst (H), galvanized earth gold iris (I), sparkling bright pink–lined clear (J), and light metallic lavender (K) 1 clear 8mm sew-on snap set Pink size D nylon beading thread Thread conditioner
TOOLS Scissors Size 10 beading needles FINISHED SIZE: 7"
Artist’s Tip For a larger bracelet, simply add rows to the tab formed in Step 2.
shell pink luster (A) galvanized satin-finish muscat (B) galvanized satin-finish berry (C) galvanized dusty mauve (D)
1) BASE. Work odd-count flat peyote stitch to form the body of the bracelet: Rows1 and 2: Add a stop bead to one end of 6' of conditioned thread, leaving a 6" tail. String 133 beads in this color order: 6A, 2B, 1C, 2B, 13D, 1B, 11D, 2B, 8E, 2B, 9D, 2B, 5F, 2B, 8G, 2B, 1F, 2B, 4E, 2B, 1H, 2B, 9G, 1B, 6C, 1B, 6I, 2B, 3F, 2B, and 15J. Row3: String 1J, skip 1J of the previous row, and pass back through the next J. Work 66 odd-count peyote stitches with 1 bead in each stitch for a total of 67beads in this row. Follow the chart (Fig.1) for color placement in this and subsequent rows. Remove the stop bead and use the working and tail threads to tie a secure knot. Step up for the next row by passing back through the last bead added. Row4: Work 7 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then work 1 stitch with 2 beads; repeat twice. Work 8 stitches with 1bead in each stitch, then work 1 stitch with 2 beads; repeat. Work 7 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then work 1stitch with 2 beads; repeat. Work 8stitches with 1 bead in each stitch for a total of 73 beads in this row (Fig.2, purple thread).
galvanized pale lavender (E)
Row5: Work 74 stitches with 1 bead in
each stitch, splitting the 2-bead sets of the previous row (Fig.2, orange thread). At the end of this and each subsequent odd-numbered row, form a turnaround by passing under the thread between edge beads of the previous 2rows and stepping up for the next row by passing back through the last bead added, unless otherwise noted. Row6: Work 73 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch (Fig.2, green thread). Row7: Work 9 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then pass back through the next bead of Row6 to form a decrease. Work 8 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then pass back through the next bead of Row6 to form a decrease; repeat. Work 9 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then form a decrease; repeat. Work 8stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then form a decrease; repeat. Work 8stitches with 1 bead in each stitch for a total of 67 beads in this row (Fig.2, blue thread). Row 8: Work 66 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch. Note: You will add 1 bead over the decreases of the previous row (Fig.2, red thread). Rows9–11: Work 3 rows (67 stitches, 66 stitches, 67 stitches). Rows12–14: Repeat Rows4–6.
rose-lined crystal (F) galvanized cranberry (G) galvanized satin-finish light smoky amethyst (H) galvanized earth gold iris (I) sparkling bright pink–lined clear (J) light metallic lavender (K)
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Fig.1: Base color chart (Rotate 90°)
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21 19 17
22 20 18
16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Fig.3: Adding Rows15–22
Row15: Work 9 stitches with 1 bead in
each stitch and 1 stitch with 2 beads. Work 8 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch and 1 stitch with 2 beads; repeat. Work 9 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch and 1 stitch with 2 beads; repeat. Work 8 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch and 1 stitch with 2 beads; repeat. Work 8 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch for a total of 81 beads in this row (Fig.3, black thread). Row16: Work 80 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, splitting the 2-bead sets of the previous row (Fig.3, yellow thread). Row 17: Work 81 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch (Fig.3, pink thread). Row 18: Work 8 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then pass through the next bead of Row17 to form a decrease. Work 9 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then form a decrease; repeat. Work 10stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then form a decrease; repeat. Work 9stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then form a decrease; repeat. Work 9stitches with 1 bead in each stitch for a total of 73 beads in this row (Fig.3, purple thread). Note: Allow the work to “bump” and curl into itself. Row 19: Work 74 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch (Fig.3, orange thread). Row 20: Work 73 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch (Fig.3, green thread). Row 21: Work 8 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then pass through the next bead of Row20 to form a decrease; repeat twice. Work 9 stitches with 1bead in each stitch, then form a decrease; repeat. Work 8 stitches with 54
1bead in each stitch, then form a decrease; repeat. Work 9 stitches with 1bead in each stitch for a total of 67beads in this row (Fig.3, blue thread). Row22: Work 66 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch. Note: You will add 1 bead over the decreases of the previous row (Fig.3, red thread). Rows23–25: Repeat Rows9–11. Row26: Work 8 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then work 1 stitch with 2beads. Work 7 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then work 1 stitch with 2beads; repeat. Work 8 stitches with 1bead in each stitch, then work 1 stitch with 2 beads; repeat. Work 7 stitches with 1 bead in each stitch, then work 1stitch with 2 beads; repeat. Work 7stitches with 1 bead in each stitch for a total of 73 beads in this row. Rows27–31: Repeat Rows5–9. Secure the thread and trim. 2) SNAP. Use brick stitch to form a tab, then sew on the snaps: Tab Row1: Start 3' of new conditioned thread that exits from the fourth bead at the edge of the base, away from the beadwork (the first bead of Row7). String 2A, pass under the thread between edge beads of Rows7 and 9, and pass back through the second A just added. String 1A, pass under the thread between edge beads of Rows9 and 11,and pass back through the A just added. Continue working brick stitch, following the pattern in Fig.4, for a total of 11beads (Fig.4, green thread).
Fig.4: Brick-stitching the clasp tab
Tab Rows2–8: Continue working brick
stitch to form a tab 8 rows long (Fig.4, blue thread). Weave through beads to exit from the center of Tab Row7, toward Row6 (Fig.4, red thread). Snap: Check the bracelet for fit, then securely sew the male half of the snap to the inside of the tab just stitched. Start 12" of new conditioned thread at the other end of the base and sew the other half of the snap to the outside of the base. Secure all threads and trim.✦ JULIE GLASSER has been beading since 1980, when she inherited her grandmother’s wire and seed beads. She focuses mostly on beadweaving techniques and teaches various beading classes at an art school in Atlanta. Julie is an accomplished metalsmith and loves sewing, teaching summer camp, working in various jewelry techniques such as glass and PMC, and combining them with her affection for seed beads. RESOURCES Check your favorite bead retailer or contact: Delica cylinder beads and Nymo nylon beading thread: Fire Mountain Gems and Beads, (800) 355-2137, www.firemountaingems.com. Snap: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores, (888) 739-4120, www.joann.com.
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firenze necklace Y VONNE KING
This elegant, timeless necklace was created using a combination of netting, tubular peyote stitch, and cubic right-angle weave.
TECHNIQUES netting tubular peyote stitch square stitch cubic right-angle weave See p. 94 for helpful technique information.
PROJEC T LEVEL See p. 4 for project-level information.
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1) SMALL COMPONENT. Use tubular
peyote and square stitches to form the small component of the pendant: Round1, Stitch 1: Use 6' of conditioned thread to string 1E, 1A, and 1E, leaving a 16" tail; pass through the bottom hole of the second E added (Fig.1, green thread). String 1A; pass through the bottom hole of the first E added, then pass through the top hole of the first E, the next A, and the top hole of the second E (Fig.1, blue thread). Tighten this square stitch by pulling the tail and working threads simultaneously. Round1, Stitch 2: String 1A and 1E; pass through the bottom hole of the E just added. String 1A; pass through the bottom hole of the nearest E of the previous stitch, the top hole of the same E, the following A, and the top hole of the E just added (Fig.1, red thread). Round1, Stitches 3–7: Repeat Stitch 2 five times for a total of 8E. Connect: String 1A; pass through the top hole of the first E in Stitch 1, the next A, the top and bottom holes of the following E, the following A, and the bottom hole of the first E in Stitch 1. String 1A; pass through the bottom hole of the E in
Fig.1: Forming Round1, Stitches1 and 2, of the small component
MATERIALS
Stitch 7 and through the top hole of the same E (Fig.2, blue thread). Repeat this entire thread path to reinforce (Fig.2, red thread). Round2, Stitch 1: String 1D, 1G, and 1D; lay the strand diagonally across the last E exited and pass back through the bottom hole of the same E (Fig.3, blue thread). String 1D; pass through the last G added. String 1D; pass through the top hole of the same E, the next A, and the top hole of the following E (Fig.3, red thread). Round2, Stitches 2–8: Repeat Round2, Stitch 1, to add a crisscross to each E of Round1. Round3: String 1E; pass through the last E exited and the following A of Round1. Manipulate the E just added so it sits perpendicular to the last E exited (Fig.4, blue thread). Repeat from the beginning of this round seven times for a total of 8E. Exit from the nearest (inner) hole of the first E added in this round (Fig.4, red thread).
1 g silver-lined teal size 15° seed beads (A) 15 g metallic bronze gold permanent finish size 11° seed beads (B) 1 g matte teal size 11° seed beads (C) 1 g gold-lined crystal AB size 11° cylinder beads (D) 49 metallic bronze 5mm flat 2-hole squares (E) 18 teal 4mm crystal bicones (F) 18 white 3mm glass pearl rounds (G) 25 ivory 6mm glass pearl rounds (H) 1 ivory 10mm glass pearl round 1 ivory 12mm glass pearl round Sand size D nylon beading thread Thread conditioner
TOOLS Scissors Size 12 beading or sharp needle FINISHED SIZE: 17¾" (with 1¼ × 3" focal)
Fig.2: Completing Round1 of the small component
Fig.3: Working the first stitch of the small component’s Round2
Artist’s Tip Austrian crystals might be slightly smaller than the Chinese crystals. If you use Austrian crystals, use 1A before and after each one to prevent buckling.
Fig.4: Stitching Round3 of the small component
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Fig.5: Working Rounds4 and 5 of the small component
Fig.6: Stitching Round6 of the small component
Fig.7: Forming Rounds7 and 8 of the small component
Fig.8: Adding the pearl and Rounds9–11 of the small component
Round4: Work with loose tension to
string 1C and pass through the inner hole of the next E in Round3; repeat seven times for a total of 8C. Pass through the outer hole of the first E in this round (Fig.5, blue thread). Round5: Work with loose tension to string 1F and pass through the outer hole of the next E in Round3; repeat seven times for a total of 8F. Repeat the thread path to reinforce, but don’t pull too tightly. Exit from any F of this round (Fig.5, red thread). Round6: Turn the work over. String 1A, 1B, and 1A and pass through the nearest G, pulling the thread snug, then string 1A, 1B, and 1A and pass through the next F, pulling the thread snug; repeat seven times (Fig.6). Secure the working thread and trim, but don’t trim the tail thread. Round7: Add a needle to the tail thread and weave through beads to exit from the top hole of 1E in Round1. *String 1E, pass through the last E exited, and manipulate the E just added so it sits slightly above the last E exited; repeat 58
the thread path to reinforce and continue through the following 1A/1E/1A/1E of Round1 (Fig.7, purple thread). Repeat from * three times for a total of 4E. Exit from the bottom hole of the first E added (Fig.7, green thread). Round8: String 2C and pass through the bottom hole of the next E added in Round7; repeat three times (Fig.7, blue thread). Repeat this thread path to reinforce; weave through beads to exit from the top hole of the nearest E in Round7 (Fig.7, red thread). Pearl: String the 10mm pearl round; pass through the top hole of the opposite E in Round7, back through the pearl round, and through the first E exited in Round7. Repeat the thread path to reinforce (Fig 8, orange thread). Round9: String 3B and pass through the top hole of the next E in Round7; repeat three times (Fig.8, green thread). Round10: String 2B and pass through the top hole of the next E in Round7; repeat three times. Repeat the thread path to reinforce and exit through 2B (Fig.8, blue thread).
Fig.9: Forming Stitches1–6 of the link
Round11: String 3B and pass through the
next 2B of Round10; repeat three times. Repeat the thread path to reinforce (Fig.8, red thread). Secure the thread and trim. Set the small component aside.
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Option 2) LARGE COMPONENT. Repeat Step 1,
this time forming Round1 with 10 stitches instead of 8. Add two repeats in Rounds2–6 and one repeat in Rounds7–11 to compensate for the extra 2E in Round1. Set the large component aside. 3) LINK. Connect the small and large com-
ponents with a stitched link: Link, Stitch 1: Start 2' of new thread that exits from the outer hole of an E in the small component’s Round3. String 3B; pass through the last E exited and the 3B just added (Fig.9, black thread). Link, Stitch 2: String 1B, 1E, and 1B; pass through the last 3B exited in Link, Stitch 1, and the first 1B/1E (bottom hole) of this stitch, then pass through the top hole of the same E (Fig.9, purple thread). Link, Stitch 3: String 2B, 1H, and 2B; pass through the top hole of the E in Link, Stitch 2 (Fig.9, pink thread). Link, Stitch 4: String 2B; pass through the H of Link, Stitch 3. String 2B; pass through the top hole of the E in Link, Stitch 2, the first 2B added in this stitch, and the H (Fig.9, green thread). Note: The 2B sets added in this stitch and in Link, Stitch 6 (back sets), will sit next to the 2B sets added in Link, Stitches 3 and 5 (front sets).
Stitch additional small components and use them to replace parts of the chain as desired.
Link, Stitch 5: String 2B, 1E, and 2B; pass
through the H of Link, Stitch 3 (Fig.9, blue thread). Link, Stitch 6: String 2B; pass through the
bottom hole of the E in Link, Stitch 5. String 2B; pass through the H of Link, Stitch 3, the first 2B of this stitch, the bottom hole of the nearest E, and the top hole of the same E (Fig.9, red thread). Link, Stitch 7: String 5B; pass through the last E exited and the first 4B just added (Fig.10, purple thread). Link, Stitch 8: Pass through the outer hole of an E at the edge of Round3 in the large component, the last 3B exited, the following B, the top then bottom hole of the nearest E in the link, and the last 2B of Link, Stitch 5 (Fig.10, green thread). Link, Stitch 9: String 1B; pass through the nearest 2B of Link, Stitch 3, the top hole of the nearest E, and up through the next 2B of Link, Stitch 3. String 1B; pass through the following 2B of Link, Stitch 5, the bottom hole of the nearest E, and the nearest 2B of Link, Stitch 6 (Fig.10, blue thread).
Fig.10: Completing the link
Fig.11: Adding the first pearl loops of the chain
Link, Stitch 10: Repeat Link, Stitch 9, add-
ing 1B to the gaps on each side between Link, Stitches 4 and 6 (Fig.10, red thread). Secure the thread and trim. 4) CHAIN. Use cubic right-angle weave and pearls to form the necklace chain: Link: Situate the beadwork so the large component is on top and the small component is on bottom. Start 6' of new thread that exits from the outer hole of the top-right E in the large component’s Round3. Repeat Link, Stitches 1–4. Pearl loops: String 3B, 1D, and 3B; pass through the H of the chain link. String 3B, 1D, and 3B; pass through the H of the link and the first set of 3B/1D/3B of this step to add a second loop (Fig.11, blue thread). *String 1B; pass through the front 2B/1E/2B of the chain link. String 1B; pass through the 3B/1D/3B of the front pearl loop and the H. Repeat from * to add 1B to each side between the link and back pearl loop. Weave through beads to exit from the D of the back pearl loop (Fig.11, red thread).
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Fig.12: Forming the first cube of the chain
Cube1, bottom: String 1B; pass through
the D of the front pearl loop. String 1B; pass through the first D exited (Fig.12, black thread). Cube1, Face1: String 3B; pass through the last D exited and the first B just added (Fig.12, orange thread). Cube1, Face2: String 2B; pass back through the first bottom B, up through the side B of Face1, through the 2B just added, and the next D (Fig.12, purple thread). Cube1, Face3: String 2B; pass down through the nearest side B of Face2, through the last D exited, and up through the first B just added (Fig.12, green thread). Cube1, Face4: String 1B; pass down through the nearest side B of Face1, back through the next bottom B, up through the nearest side B of Face3, and through the B just added (Fig.12, blue thread). Cube1, top: Pass through the top 4B of Faces1–4; pull the thread tight to complete the first cube (Fig.12, red thread). Cube2: Repeat Cube1, Faces1–4 and top, using the top of the previous cube as the bottom of the new cube.
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Fig.13: Adding the second pearl to the chain
Cube3: Repeat Cube1, Faces1–4 and top,
using the top of the previous cube as the bottom of the new cube, but in Face1 string 1B, 1D, 1B and in Face3 string 1B and 1D so that the top of this cube matches the bottom of Cube1. Exit from the D of Face1 in this cube. Pearl: String 3B, 1H, and 3B; pass through the last D exited and the first 3B/1H just added (Fig.13, blue thread). String 3B; pass through the D at the top of Cube3, Face3. String 3B; pass through the last H added (Fig.13, red thread). Repeat the pearl loops, Cubes1–3, and the pearl nine times, then repeat the pearl loops once more for a total of 11 pearls on the chain; don’t trim the thread. Repeat this entire step on the top-left E of the large component’s Round3. 5) CLASP BAR. Combine the techniques
used in Step 4 to form a toggle bar: Bar, Cube1: Use the working thread at the
end of one chain to repeat Step 4, Cube1. Exit from Face2. Bar, Cube2: Repeat Step 4, Cube1, using the top of the previous cube as the bottom of the new cube. Bar, Pearl: Repeat Step 4, Pearl. Bar, Pearl loops: Repeat Step 4, Pearl loops, using all B. Repeat Cube1, bottom, to connect the top of the loops. Weave through beads to exit from Face4 of Cube1 in this step. Repeat Cube2, Pearl, and Pearl loops of the bar on the
Fig.14: Forming the first stitch of the clasp-ring connection
other side of Cube1. Repeat the entire thread path of this step twice to strengthen the beadwork. Secure the thread and trim. 6) CLASP RING. Use the working thread of the other chain to repeat Step 4, Cube1. Exit from Face2. Repeat Step 4, Cube2, eighteen times. Bend the units so that the top of Cube19 touches Face4 of Cube1. Connect Cubes1 and 19 using a cubicright-angle-weave thread path (Fig.14). Secure the thread and trim.✦ YVONNE KING is a stay-at-home mom of four who began her beading journey in 2011 with her sister-in-law. She started designing her own beadwoven jewelry the following year and especially loves right-angle weave and working with seed beads. To see more of her work, visit www.my-amari.com. RESOURCES Check your favorite bead retailer or contact: Toho and Miyuki seed beads and Miyuki Delica cylinder beads: Aura Crystals, www.auracrystals.com; or Michaels, (800) 6424235, www.michaels.com. Chinese crystal bicones: Dry Gulch Beads & Jewelry, (417) 626-7626, www.drygulch.com. Miyuki Tila flat 2-hole squares: Charlene’s Beads, (760) 530-9436 www.cbbeads .com/tila.htm. Glass pearls all sizes: Michaels, (800) 642-4235, www.michaels.com.
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blue diamond bangle J AYA S H R E E PA R A M E S H
Peyote-stitch a garland of colorful diamonds in this fun-and-flirty bangle finished with crystal fringe.
MAIN COLORWAY
TECHNIQUES flat peyote stitch picot wireworking See p. 94 for helpful technique information.
Artist’s Tips • To make a larger bangle, add as many B as necessary at the beginning and end of each row of the base and/or add another diamond to the pattern. Increase or decrease the width of the seam wrap by the same number of C and B.
PROJEC T LEVEL
• Don’t use tight tension in this project or you will risk breakage when you zip the tube.
See p. 4 for project-level information.
• Add dangles of varying lengths to the clusters for more drama.
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1) BASE. Use flat peyote stitch to form the
bracelet base, following Fig.1 for color placement: Rows1 and 2: Use 6' of thread to string 11B, leaving a 3' tail. String {1B, 2D, 2E, 1F, 1E, 1F, 1E, 1F, 2E, and 2D} nine times. String 11B for a total of 148 beads. Note: This is the center row of the diamond pattern. Row3: String 1B, skip the last bead of the previous row, and pass back through the following bead; repeat five times. Work1 peyote stitch with 1D, 4 stitches with 1E, 1 stitch with 1D, and 1 stitch with 1B; repeat eight times. Work 5stitches with 1B in each stitch. Row4: Work 7 stitches with 1B in each stitch. Work 1 stitch with 1D, 3 stitches with 1E, 1 stitch with 1D, and 2 stitches with 1B; repeat eight times. Work 4stitches with 1B in each stitch. Row5: Work 7 stitches with 1B in each stitch. Work 1 stitch with 1D, 2 stitches with 1E, 1 stitch with 1D, and 3 stitches with 1B; repeat eight times. Work 4stitches with 1B. Row6: Work 8 stitches with 1B in each stitch. Work 1 stitch with 1D, 1 stitch with 1E, 1 stitch with 1D, and 4 stitches with 1B; repeat eight times. Work 3stitches with 1B in each stitch.
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Row7: Work 8 stitches with 1B in each
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stitch. Work 2 stitches with 1D in each stitch and 5 stitches with 1B in each stitch; repeat eight times. Work 3stitches with 1B in each stitch. Row8: Work 9 stitches with 1B in each stitch. Work 1 stitch with 1D and 6stitches with 1B; repeat eight times. Work 2 stitches with 1B in each stitch. Rows9 and 10: Work 74 stitches with 1B in each stitch for 2rows. Set the working thread aside. Row11: Add a needle to the tail thread. Rotate the beadwork 180 degrees. Repeat Row4, working off of the Row1 beads. Note: Use slightly firm tension for this half of the pattern so that the bangle curves gradually and the diamonds are centered after all the rows are completed. Rows12–17: Repeat Rows5–10. Rows18–22: Work 74 stitches with 1B in each stitch for 5 rows.
1 g bright gold size 15° seed beads (A) 5 g dark gold iris size 11° hex-cut cylinder beads (B) 3 g bright gold size 11° Japanese cylinder beads (C) 3 g opaque Kelly green size 11° Japanese cylinder beads (D) 3 g opaque luster cobalt blue size 10° Japanese cylinder beads (E) 1 g antiqued gold size 10° Japanese cylinder beads (F) 5 light topaz 4mm crystal bicones 2 palace green 4mm crystal bicones 2 sapphire 4mm crystal bicones 3 gold-plated 5mm jump rings 9 gold-plated 24-gauge 1" ball-end head pins 10" of black 3–3.5mm rubber or polyurethane cord Smoke 8 lb braided beading thread
2) CORD. Place the rubber cord lengthwise
into the center of the base. Gently roll the sides of the beadwork over the cord so Rows1 and 22 interlock like a zipper. Weave the beads together to form a curved seamless tube (Fig.2, blue thread). Weave the beads at the ends of the tube together to form a ring (Fig.2, red thread). Note: This forms the bangle’s seam. Secure the thread and trim.
TOOLS Scissors Size 12 beading needles Round-nose pliers 2 pairs of chain- or flat-nose pliers Wire cutters FINISHED SIZE: 7"
9 7 5 3 1
Fig.1: Working Rows1–10 of the base
Fig.2: Placing the cord, zipping the strip, and connecting the ends of the bangle
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3) CRYSTAL CLUSTERS. Use 1 head pin to
string 1 crystal and form a wrapped loop; repeat eight times using the remaining crystals for a total of 9 dangles. Attach 1jump ring to 1 sapphire and 2 light topaz dangles (Fig.3); repeat using 1 of each color dangle, then repeat again using 1 palace green and 2 light topaz dangles for a total of 3 clusters. 4) SEAM WRAP. Use flat peyote stitch to form a strip, wrap it around the bangle, then embellish it: Strip: Use 2' of thread to peyote-stitch a strip 16 beads wide and 32 rows long, using C for Rows1–23, B for Rows24–26, and C for Rows27–32.
Fig.3: Forming a cluster
Edging: String 3A, then pass down
through the nearest edge bead of the strip and up through the following edge bead to form a picot; repeat four times. Weave through beads of the strip to exit from the nearest C on the other edge; repeat from the beginning of this step to add 5 picots opposite the first 5 picots, exiting from the end C of Row32 (Fig.4, blue thread).
the seam so the first and last rows of the strip interlock like a zipper. Weave the beads together to form a seamless tube with the picots sitting along the outside of the bangle. Weave through beads to exit from the second B of Row25, toward the center of the beadwork (Fig.4, red thread). Embellishment loops: String 5A and 1crystal cluster (via the jump ring), skip 1B of Row25, and pass through the following B (Fig.5); repeat twice. Secure the thread and trim.✦ JAYASHREE PARAMESH’s introduction to the world of beads was through a beadembroidery class while she was a student at Parsons School of Design, New York. Now she enjoys making beaded jewelry with sparkly crystals and gemstones. She is inspired by fine jewelry and loves to use gold or silver in her pieces. Visit www.nchantme.com to buy her kits or to see her work. Contact Jayashree at [emailprotected].
Fig.4: Edging the strip and zipping it around the bangle
Fig.5: Adding the first embellishment loop to the seam wrap
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RESOURCES Check your favorite bead retailer or contact: Delica cylinder beads, Swarovski crystal bicones, findings, and cord: FusionBeads.com, (888) 781-3559. Kits: www.nchantme.com.
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primrose path bracelet JENNIFER AND SUSAN G. SCHWARTZENBERGER
A clever combination of two-hole seed beads and glass pearls forms the body of this pretty bracelet.
TECHNIQUE
MAIN COLORWAY
netting wireworking See p. 94 for helpful technique information.
PROJEC T LEVEL See p. 4 for project-level information.
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1) ROW1. Use netting to form the center
row of the bracelet: Stitch1: Use 4' of thread to string 1C, 1A,
1B, 1A, the second (right) hole of the C just added, 1A, 1B, and 1A, leaving an 8" tail; pass up through the first (left) hole of the C, through the first 1A/1B/1A, and down through the right hole of the C (Fig.1, green thread). Stitch2: String 2A, 1D, 2A, 1C, 1A, 1B, 1A, the right hole of the C just added, 1A, 1B, and 1A; pass down through the left hole of the C just added (Fig.1, blue thread). String 2A; pass back through the D. String 2A; pass down through the right hole of the C in the previous stitch and through the first 2A of this stitch (Fig.1, red thread). Stitch3: String 4A, 1B, and 4A; pass back through the nearest 2A of the previous stitch, up through the left hole of the nearest C, and back through the next 2A of the previous stitch (Fig.2, blue thread). String 4A, 1B, and 4A; pass through the D of the previous stitch and weave through beads to exit down through the right hole of the C in the previous stitch (Fig.2, red thread).
MATERIALS
Stitches 4 and on: Repeat Stitches 2 and 3
eleven times or to the desired length minus 1" for the clasp. Weave through beads to exit from the last B added in the final stitch, toward the beadwork. 2) ROW2. Continue to use netting to stitch the second row of the bracelet: Stitch1: String 1A, 1C, 1A, 1B, and 1A; pass down through the right hole of the C just added. String 1A; pass through the last B exited in Row1, the first A of this stitch, and up through the left hole of the following C (Fig.3, green thread). Stitch2: String 2A, 1D, 2A, 1C, 1A, 1B, 1A, the left hole of the C just added, and 1A; pass back through the B over the top of the next D in Row1. String 1A; pass up through the right hole of the last C added (Fig.3, blue thread). String 2A; pass back through the last D added. String 2A; pass up through the left hole of the C in the previous stitch, the first 2A/1D added in this stitch, the nearest 2A at the top of this stitch, down through the right hole of the C added in this stitch, and back through the nearest 2A at the bottom of this stitch (Fig.3, red thread).
3 g matte metallic light olive size 15° seed beads (A) 2 g gold-lined crystal size 11° seed beads (B) 5 g chalk white luster 5×3mm 2-hole seed beads (C) 34 dark powder rose 6mm glass pearls (D) 1 brass 7×12mm lobster clasp with 4mm jump ring 1 brass 5.5mm jump ring 2 brass wireguards Olive size D nylon beading thread Thread conditioner
TOOLS Scissors Size 10 beading needle 2 pairs of chain- or flat-nose pliers FINISHED SIZE: 81⁄8"
Artist’s Tips • If the two-hole seed bead holes are plugged, remove any blockage with the tip of a fine-tip awl or discard the bead. • If just one hole of a two-hole seed bead is blocked, you can set the bead aside and use it as a drop in another project.
Fig.1: Forming Stitches 1 and 2 of Row1
Fig.2: Adding Stitch3 of Row1
Fig.3: Working Stitches 1 and 2 of Row2
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Fig.4: Adding Stitch3 of Row2
Stitch3: String 4A; pass through the near-
Bottom bridge: String 3A, 1B, and 3A;
est B of Row1. String 4A; pass through the nearest 2A at the bottom of the previous stitch and up through the left hole of the nearest C (Fig.4, blue thread). Weave through beads to exit up through the left hole of the next C (Fig.4, red thread). Stitches 4 and on: Repeat Stitches 2 and 3 ten times or to the end of Row1. Weave through beads to exit from the first B of Row1, Stitch3, toward the beadwork.
pass through the end A of Row2 (currently on the top left of the end C in Row2) (Fig.5, red thread). Secure the working thread and trim. Clasp: Attach the clasp, via the jump ring, to the previous wireguard. Add a needle to the tail thread. Repeat this entire step at the other end of the bracelet, attaching the jump ring to the second wireguard.
3) ROW3. Rotate the beadwork 180
degrees. Repeat Row2. Weave through beads to exit up through the end A at the bottom of the final C in this row. 4) CLASP. Connect the clasp to the
bracelet: Top bridge: String 3A, 1B, and 3A; pass
back through the B over the top of the end C in Row1, the following A, and the left hole of the C (Fig.5, green thread). Wireguard: String 1 wireguard, then pass down through the last C exited; repeat the thread path to reinforce. Pass back through the following 1A/1B (Fig.5, blue thread).
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Fig.5: Connecting a wireguard and forming the bridges
JENNIFER and SUSAN G. SCHWARTZENBERGER are a talented, creative mother-daughter team. Both spend their days at the family store (Stony Creek Bead in Ypsilanti, Michigan), where they teach people how to play and create art with beads. For more information, visit their website at www.stonycreekbead .blogspot.com. RESOURCES Check your favorite bead retailer or contact: Seed beads, Superduo 2-hole seed beads, Czech glass pearls, findings, Nymo nylon beading thread, and Thread Heaven thread conditioner: Stony Creek Bead, (734) 544-0904, www.stonycreek bead.blogspot.com.
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opening night bracelet JENNIFER GOODWIN
This opulent peyote-stitched bracelet is reminiscent of the lovely burgundy velvet curtains gathered in grand theaters across the globe. Get ready for the red carpet!
TECHNIQUES flat and tubular peyote stitch netting See p. 94 for helpful technique information.
PROJEC T LEVEL See p. 4 for project-level information.
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MATERIALS 3 g gold luster cranberry size 15° seed beads (A) 8 g transparent gold luster dark red size 11° cylinder beads (B) 8 g transparent gold luster dark red size 8° cylinder beads (C) 18 Bordeaux 3mm crystal pearl rounds (D) 9 Bordeaux 8mm crystal pearl rounds (E) 140 gold-plated 3mm seamless rounds (F) 6 gold-plated 4.5×6.5mm ringed barrels (G) 1 gold-plated 7×12mm round magnetic barrel clasp Smoke 6 lb braided beading thread
1) BASE. Use flat peyote stitch to form the base of the bracelet: Rows 1 and 2: Add a stop bead to 3' of thread, leaving a 12" tail. String 8C. Row3: String 1C, skip 1C of the previous row, and pass back through the next 1C; repeat three times. Row4: Work 4 stitches with 1C in each stitch. Rows 5–26: Repeat Row4 twenty-two times. Rows 27–31: Work 4 stitches with 2B in each stitch for five rows. Rows 32–35: Work 4 stitches with 1C in each stitch for four rows, treating the 2B sets of Row31 as 1 bead. Rows 36–103: Repeat Rows 27–35 seven times. Repeat Rows 27–31. Rows 104–129: Repeat Row4 twenty-six times. Secure the thread and trim (Fig.1).
TOOLS Scissors Size 12 beading needles FINISHED SIZE: 7"
2) LEFT LOOPS AND CURTAINS. Add connected netted embellishments to the base to resemble curtains with single loops between them: Loop: Turn the base so it sits horizontally with Row1 at the left. Begin 3' of new thread that exits up through the edge C of Row1. String 1F, 1D, 1F, 1E, 1F, 1D, and 1F; pass up through the edge C of Row2 on the other side of the base and down through the adjacent C of Row4 (Fig.2, green thread). Curtain, Pass 1: String 1F, 10B, 1F, 1G, and 1F; pass down through the third C of Row10 and the nearest C of Row11 to tack the beads in place, then pass up through the last 1G/1F just added (Fig.2, blue thread). Note: Don’t pull the thread too tightly. String 10B and 1F; pass down through the edge C of Row3 and up through the edge C of Row5 (Fig.2, red thread).
Fig.1: Completing the base
Fig.2: Forming the first loop and Pass1 of the curtain
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Artist’s Tip
Curtain, Pass 2: String 1F and 8B; pass
down through the 1F/1G/1F of Pass 1. String 8B and 1F; pass up through the edge C of Row6 and down through the edge C of Row8 (Fig.3, green thread). Curtain, Pass 3: String 1F and 6B; pass up through the 1F/1G/1F of Pass 1. String 6B and 1F; pass down through the edge C of Row7 and up through the edge C of Row9 (Fig.3, blue thread). Curtain, Pass 4: String 1F and 4B; pass down through the 1F/1G/1F of Pass 1. String 4B and 1F; pass up through the edge C of Row10 and down through the edge C of Row12 (Fig.3, red thread). Curtain, Passes 5–8: Repeat Passes 4–2 in that order, connecting to the subsequent edge beads in Rows 11–15 and exiting up through the edge C of Row17 (Fig.4, blue thread). String 1F and 10B; pass down through the last 1F/1G of Pass 1, up through the nearest C of Row11 and the third C of Row12, and down through the 1F/1G/1F. String 10B and 1F; pass up through the edge C of Row18 and down through the edge C of Row20 (Fig.4, red thread). Repeat this entire step twice across the base to form a total of 3 loops and 3 curtains. Note: When you reach the 2B stitches on the base, keep this rule in mind: A set of two 2B edge stitches (as in base Rows 28 and 30) is treated the same as 1C for embellishing. A set of three 2B edge stitches (as in base Rows 27, 29, and 31) is treated like 2C. Exit down through the nearest edge 2B of Row64. 3) CENTER. String 1D, 1F, 1E, 1F, and 1D;
pass down through the edge B of Row65 and pass up through the edge B of Row67 (Fig.5, green thread). String 1F, 1D, 1F, 1E, 1F, 1D, and 1F; pass up through the edge B of Row66 and pass down through the edge B of Row68 (Fig.5, blue thread). String 1D, 1F, 1E, 1F, and 1D; pass down through the edge B of Row69 and pass up through the edge C of Row71 (Fig.5, red thread).
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Fig.3: Adding Passes2–4 of the curtain
4) RIGHT CURTAINS AND LOOPS.
Repeat Step 2, this time starting with a curtain, then a loop, to embellish the right half of the band. Secure the thread and trim. 5) EDGING. Start 3' of new thread that
exits from the edge C of Row1. String 1B, 2A, and 1B, then pass down through the next edge bead and up through the following edge bead; repeat along the edge, treating the 2B stitches along the base edge with the same spacing considerations as with the curtains/loops (Fig.6). Weave through the beads at the end of the base, then repeat the edging on the other edge of the bracelet. Weave through beads to exit from the third C of Row1 at one end of the base, toward the center; don’t trim. Set aside.
Fig.4: Completing Passes5–8 of the curtain
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6) CLASP. Attach a magnetic clasp and
bezel it with tubular peyote stitch: Bezel, Rounds 1 and 2: Use 2' of thread to string 20B, leaving a 3" tail. Wrap the beads around the circumference of the clasp to ensure they fit; if needed, adjust the number of beads accordingly so that there are no gaps, making sure to use an even number. Use the working and tail threads to tie a knot, forming a tight circle, and pass through the first B strung. Bezel, Round3: String 1B, skip 1B of the previous round, and pass through the following B; repeat nine times to begin tubular peyote stitch. Note: At the end of this and subsequent rounds, step up through the first bead added in the current round. Place the ring on the clasp so this round points toward the clasp loop. Bezel, Round4: Work 10 stitches with 1B in each stitch. Bezel, Rounds 5 and 6: Work 10 stitches with 1B in each stitch for two rounds. Bezel, Rounds 7 and 8: Work 10 stitches with 1A in each stitch for two rounds, pulling tightly so the beadwork cups around the clasp. Bezel, Round9: String 1A and pass through the next 2A of Round8; repeat four times, pulling tight (Fig.7, blue thread). Bezel, Round10: Weave through beads to exit from Round1. Work 10 stitches with 1A in each stitch (Fig.7, red thread). Secure the thread and trim. Attach: Use the working thread of the base to stitch into the second C of Row1,
Fig.6: Stitching the edging (back side of the bracelet shown)
Fig.7: Bezeling the clasp
Fig.8: Connecting and embellishing the clasp
toward the center of the base, then pass through the third C of Row2 to center the clasp. Weave through beads to exit from the second C of Row1, toward the center of the base. Repeat this thread path several times to reinforce. Weave through beads of the bezel to exit from 1A of Round7 (Fig.8, green thread). Clasp curtain: String 5A and pass back through the third C of Base Rows 1 and 3 (Fig.8, blue thread). String 6C and pass back through the next A of bezel Round7 (Fig.8, red thread). Continue adding an increasing, then a decreasing, number of A strands between the base and clasp bottom on one side of the base, then repeat on the other side of the base. Secure the thread and trim. Repeat this entire step on the other end of the bracelet using the other half of the clasp.✦
JENNIFER GOODWIN is an admitted beading addict and avid lover of jewelry and all things shiny. She works at Enstrom Candies in Grand Junction, Colorado, as well as beads professionally. She loves drinking coffee and spending time with her amazing husband and incredible son. Contact Jennifer at www.effectsjewelry.com. RESOURCES Check your favorite bead retailer or contact: Seed beads, Delica cylinder beads, Swarovski crystal pearls, FireLine braided beading thread, and all other materials: Fire Mountain Gems and Beads, (800) 355-2137, www.firemountaingems.com.
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mother earth necklace JEANET TE BARANAUSK AS
This right-angle-weave necklace opens a world of possibilities when you embellish its simple rope base.
TECHNIQUES right-angle weave fringe See p. 94 for helpful technique information.
PROJEC T LEVEL See p. 4 for project-level information.
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1) BASE. Use right-angle weave to form
the base of the necklace: Row1, Unit1: Use 4' of thread to string 8B, leaving a 4" tail; pass through the first 6B (Fig.1, green thread). Note: Figures 1–7 show the B in purple for clarity, but you should randomly choose colors of B as you work the right-angle weave. Row1, Unit2: String 6B; pass through the last 2B exited in the previous unit and the first 4B just added (Fig.1, blue thread). Row1, Units3–95: Repeat Row1, Unit2, ninety-three times. Exit from the top 2B of Unit95, away from the beadwork (Fig.1, red thread). Row2, Unit1: String 6B; pass through the last 2B exited in Row1, the 6B just added, and the top 2B of the next Row1 unit (Fig.2, orange thread). Row2, Unit2: String 4B; pass down through the nearest side 2B of the previous unit, through the last 2B exited in Row1, and up through the first 2B added in this unit (Fig.2, green thread). Row2, Unit3: String 4B; pass through the top 2B of the next Row1 unit, up through the nearest side 2B of the previous unit, through the 4B just added, and through the top 2B of the following Row1 unit (Fig.2, blue thread).
MATERIALS
Row2, Units4–95: Repeat Row2, Units2
1 g gold size 15° seed beads (A) 30 g mix of gold, dark metallic purple, and gold-lined peridot size 11° seed beads (B) 48 powder almond 3mm crystal pearl rounds (C) 47 yellow/green/fuchsia 4mm enameled rounds (D) 47 tigereye 6×3.5mm rondelles (E) 1 antiqued brass 17mm toggle clasp Crystal 6 lb braided beading thread
and 3, forty-six times (Fig.2, red thread). Exit from the top 2B of Unit95. Row3: Repeat Row2, working 95 units off
of the Row2 units. Row4: Fold the beadwork so that Rows1
and 3 are parallel to each other and perpendicular to Row2. String 2B; pass through the top 2B of the mirror unit in Row1. String 2B; pass through the last 2B exited in Row3, the first 2B just added, the last 2B exited in Row1, the last 2B just added, and the top 2B of the next unit in Row3 (Fig.3, blue thread). String 2B; pass through the mirror 2B at the top of Row1, through the nearest side 2B of the previous unit, the last 2B exited in Row3, the 2B just added, and the top 2B of the next Row1 unit (Fig.3, red thread). Continue forming right-angle-weave units between Rows1 and 3 to form a rectangular rope. Secure the threads and trim.
TOOLS Scissors Size 12 beading needles Chain-nose pliers (optional) FINISHED SIZE: 18"
toward the beadwork. String 1A, 1D, and 1A, then skip the side 2B of this unit and pass up through the following side 2B and through the top 2B of the next unit (Fig.4, blue thread); repeat forty-six times to embellish every other unit in Row1 of the rope. Weave through beads to exit down through the end 2B of Row1 (Fig.4, red thread).
2) EMBELLISHMENTS. Add fringed
embellishments to 3 sides of the rope: Enameled rounds: With the rope oriented
horizontally, start 4' of new thread that exits through the side 2B of the first unit in Row1, leaving a 12" tail; pass through the top 2B of the same unit,
Artist’s Tip Fig.1: Forming Row1 of the base
Fig.2: Stitching Row2 of the base
You can use any 3mm or 4mm beads in the fringe embellishments, or skip some embellishments for a totally different look.
Fig.3: Working Row4 of the base
Fig.4: Embellishing the base rope with enameled rounds and seed beads
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Fig.5: Adding pearls and seed beads to the base rope
Fig.6: Stitching the loop/ tigereye embellishments
Pearls: String 1A, 1C, and 1A; pass up
through the nearest side 2B of Row2 and through the next top 2B (Fig.5, blue thread). String 1A, 1C, and 1A, then skip the next side 2B of this unit and pass up through the following side 2B and the next top 2B of the next unit; repeat forty-six times to embellish every other unit in Row2 of the rope (Fig.5, red thread). Secure the working thread and trim; do not trim the tail. Note: The placement of the pearls alternates with the placement of the enameled rounds. Loops/tigereye: Start 3' of new thread that exits up through the side 2B of the last unit in Row3 (opposite from where the current tail thread sits), leaving a
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Fig.7: Attaching the clasp
12" tail. String 6B and pass up through the next side 2B of Row3 (Fig.6, blue thread), then string 3B, 1E, and 3B and pass up through the following side 2B of Row3 (Fig.6, red thread); repeat fortysix times, then string 6B and pass up through the next side 2B to embellish each unit of Row3. Secure the working thread and trim; do not trim the tail. 3) CLASP. Place a needle on one of the tail
threads. String 4 gold B, one half of the clasp, and 4 gold B; pass through the opposite 2B on the end of the rope, then weave through beads to pass through the first 2B exited in this step (Fig.7). Repeat the thread path to reinforce. Secure the thread
and trim. Repeat this entire step at the other end of the necklace. Note: If necessary, use the chain-nose pliers to pull the needle through these end beads, as they may be full of thread.✦ JEANETTE BARANAUSKAS lives in Nottingham in the United Kingdom with her two teenage children and partner. She has been making jewelry since 2009 but only started beadweaving in 2012. Contact her at [emailprotected]. RESOURCES Check your favorite bead retailer or contact: Miyuki and Toho seed beads: Beads East, (860) 649-2323, www.beadseast.com. Similar glass beads to use for enameled beads (GGB4mmY-DK68): Panda Hall, (289) 814-6462, www.PandaHall.com. Tigereye rondelles: BeadFX, (877) 473-2323, www.beadfx.com.
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ilona bracelet YA S M I N S A R FAT I
This elegant, sparkly, lacy bracelet works up very quickly using simple netting techniques.
MAIN COLORWAY
TECHNIQUE netting wireworking See p. 94 for helpful technique information.
PROJEC T LEVEL See p. 4 for project-level information.
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1) BASE. Use netting to stitch through the
cup chain to form the bracelet base: Row1: Use 6' of thread to pass up through the first setting on the cup chain, leaving a 3' tail. *String 1B, 1C, and 3A; pass down through the second (right) hole of the C just added. String 1B; pass down through the next setting on the cup chain (Fig.1, green thread). String 1B, 1C, and 3A; pass up through the second (left) hole of the C just added. String 1B; pass up through the previous setting, then weave through beads to exit down through the next setting on the chain (Fig.1, blue thread).** String 1B, 1C, and 3A; pass up through the right hole of the C just added. String 1B; pass up through the next setting on the cup chain. String 1B, 1C, and 3A; pass down through the left hole of the C just added. String 1B; pass down through the previous setting, then weave through beads
to exit up through the following setting (Fig.1, red thread). Repeat from * eight times, then repeat from * to ** for a total of 19 nets on each side of the chain. Clasp loop: String 12A and pass down through the last setting exited (Fig.2, blue thread); repeat the thread path to reinforce. Pass through the nearest 1B/1C(right hole)/3A/1C(left hole)/1B, the previous setting, and the following 1B/1C(left hole)/1A (Fig.2, red thread). Row2: String 1C and 3A; pass down through the left hole of the C just added, the nearest A of the next 3A set of Row1, and the right hole of the following C, then pass up through the left hole of the same C and the nearest A of the 3A set (Fig.3). Repeat from the beginning of this row seventeen times for a total of 18 nets. Secure the working thread and trim. Add a needle to the tail thread and repeat the clasp loop and Row2 on the other edge of Row1.
MATERIALS 5 g metallic gold size 11° seed beads (A) 5 g metallic gold permanent-finish size 8° seed beads (B) 5 g opaque green luster 5×3mm 2-hole seed beads (C) 20 crystal 8mm (SS39) crystal chatons 6½" (20 setting links) of brass 8mm cup chain 1 gold-plated 14×20mm crystal-studded magnetic ball clasp 2 gold-plated 6mm jump rings Gold nylon beading thread
TOOLS Scissors Size 11 beading needle 2 pairs of chain- or flat-nose pliers FINISHED SIZE: 7"
Artist’s Tip If you can’t find cup chain, you may use 8mm crystal montées.
2) STONES. Place 1 chaton into 1 setting
link of the chain and use the pliers to fold all 4 prongs over the edges of the chaton to secure it in place; repeat nineteen times using the remaining chatons and setting links. Fig.1: Beginning Row1 of the base
3) CLASP. Use 1 jump ring to attach one
half of the clasp to one clasp loop; repeat to add the second half of the clasp to the other clasp loop.✦
Fig.2: Adding the first clasp loop
Fig.3: Forming the first stitch of Row2
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Arizona
The Beaderie— Chandler www.thebeaderie.com
KNOWN FOR THE LARGEST SEED-BEAD COLLECTION IN AZ! Great prices, new items every week, huge selection of seed beads, crystals, glass, unique items, Tierra cast silver, and other metals. Our store is customer run—let us know what products you want. Special requests and large orders are no problem. Check out our new location inside the Merchant Square Mall, which is on Arizona Ave. between Ray and Warner Rd. Many other shops in the mall specialize in vintage, high-end and trendy jewels, gifts, and many hard-to-find items. We are open 7 days a week 9–5 and open late Wed until 8 pm 1509 North Arizona Ave.
( 480) 899-7555
Thunderbird Supply Company-Flagstaff www.thunderbirdsupply.com
More than just another bead store, an inspiration store! Filled with findings, metal beads, strands, seed beads, stringing and wire wrapping supplies. We carry a complete line of fabricated sheet and wire in silver, nickel, and copper product. Mon-Sat 9am-6pm 2227 E 7th Ave
(928) 526-2439
Creative Destination—Mesa www.2-old-beadies.com
See our beautiful showroom on our website. We specialize in Swarovski crystals, Delica beads, seed beads, interesting lampwork, creative classes—and much, much more! Join us for our monthly Beadathon. We’re worth a visit! 1660 S. Alma School Rd., #108
(480) 755-4367
Bead World Inc.—Phoenix and Scottsdale www.beadworldinc.com
Best selection of quality gemstones, Tierra Cast, seed beads, chain, metals, SS, GF, Swarovski, pearls, leather, jewelry making kits, and more. Classes daily. 6068 N. 16th St., Phoenix 8764 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale
(602) 240-BEAD (480) 948-2323
The Bead Garden of Sedona—Sedona www.Sedonabeadgarden.com
Tools and supplies for the bead artist! Northern Arizona’s largest selection of beads, tools, and supplies. We offer classes and private lessons. Mon–Sat 10–5, Closed Sunday. 3150 W. State Rt.. 89A, Ste. 1
Beaded Lady—Benton Scrumptious beads! Knowledgeable staff. Large selection of beads, tools, findings, ss wire, and chain. Stop and browse. Classiest parties. We repair, re-string, knot, and restore costume jewelry. Thu– Sat 1–6. [emailprotected] (501) 794-2647
California
Bead Inspirations—Alameda www.beadinspirations.com
Best selection & prices of Vintaj brass. Gorgeous, quality beads, findings, & unique kits. Focal gems & gem strands. Metal stamping. Picture frame pendants by Nunn Designs & Tierracast. Czech glass, Swarovski crystals & pearls. Ranger Inks. Metalsmithing. Inspiring Classes. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Shop online too. 1544 Park St.
(510) 337-1203
San Gabriel Bead Co.—Arcadia www.beadcompany.com
Beads, books, gourds, tools, workshops, metals, and friendly advice. Beginning and Advanced workshops. Tue–Wed 11–7; Thur 11–9; Fri 11–6; Sat 10–6; Sun 12–5. 325 E. Live Oak Ave.
Frani’s Beads—Pueblo
We are a full-service bead store with knowledgeable staff and friendly service. Find all the newest beading and jewelry trends, plus a large selection of glass, semiprecious, pearls, Delicas, seed beads, and findings. See our website for our ever-changing, exciting classes and party details. Mon, Tue, Fri 11–5, Wed, Thu 11–7, Sat 10–4. Closed Sun.
Where people and beads come together. Large selection of beads for stringing, off-loom and loom projects, including high-quality Japanese seed beads, most sizes; fringe beads; triangle beads; bugles; Delicas; crystals; Czech glass beads including leaves, daggers, drops; bicones; Charlottes; semiprecious gemstones; freshwater pearls; plated findings; charms; rosary parts; and sterling silver findings. Classes and parties. Open Tue 10–7, Wed. 10–5, Thur.–Fri. 10–6, Sat. 10–4. Closed Sun. and Mon. Beading groups Tue and Fri.
www.bead-topia.com
319 Richmond St.
(626) 447-7753
The Joy of Beading – Arroyo Grande www.joyofbeading.net
(310) 322-0077
Bunches of Beads—Lodi www.bunchesofbeads.com
Beading experience in the heart of Lodi. Only 5 minutes from Hwy. 99. Vast assortment of beads, stringing supplies, findings, and more. Classes, parties, repairs, and fun! Family owned, offering a bead-friendly atmosphere. 100 W. Pine St.
(209) 367-1207
Creative Castle—Newbury Park Ventura County’s largest selection of beads. Seed, Delica, Czech glass, and vintage glass beads; freshwater pearls; gemstones; Swarovski crystals; charms; findings; sterling; and gold-filled. Over 450 book titles and visiting guest teachers. Please visit our website for complete class listings or call and current newsletter will be mailed. 2321 Michael Dr.
(805) 499-1377
South Sun Products—San Diego www.SouthSunProducts.com
Beads, silver, and jewelry superstore! You’ll find the largest selection of beads and jewelry in the United States. Huge selection of semiprecious beads, pearls, Swarovski, sterling silver pendants, findings, chain, rings, earrings, classes and more! Mon–Fri 8:30–7, Sat–Sun 10–5. (Enter at Sandrock Rd.) 8601 Aero Dr.
(858) 309-5045
Bead Dreams—Stockton www.beaddreams.biz
2103 Pacific Ave. at Dorris Pl.
(209) 464-BEAD
Beads on Main—Vacaville www.beadsonmain.com
We specialize in unique quality beads and components. Extensive selection of Swarovski, semiprecious, and silver. We also have many gorgeous freshwater pearls and funky glass beads. Come check out our inspiring classes or come and have a beading party. Tue–Thu 10–6, Fri 10–5, and Sat 11–5. 313 Main St.
(707) 446-1014
The best bead selection in the High Country! We carry a wide variety of beads, including Delicas, bone, sterling, wood, semiprecious, and glass. We also carry buttons and fine-art supplies. Open 7 days a week. 224 S. Main St.
(970) 453-1964
South Park Pottery & Back Room Beads —Fairplay www.backroombeads.com
Bunches of beads—lampwork, raku, Czech, Delica, gemstones, and more. Seven days 9–5. Don’t miss the Fairplay Bead & Fiber Show. August 10–11, 2013 417 Front St.
(719) 836-2698
Old West Leather and Beads Co.—Greeley www.oldwestleather.com
Awesome selection of stone, glass, seed beads, bone, Swarovski crystals, pearls and more! Full selection of leather working supplies, Authorized Tandy dealer. Jewelry and leather working classes available. Mon–Fri 9–5:30, Sat 9–2
1054 E. Grand Ave. Ste. A.
Exciting inventory of gemstones, Czech glass, seed beads, pearls, lampwork, tools, Swarovski crystals, Bali silver, findings, dichroic glass, handmade clay, and one of the largest selections around of different pendants/focal beads. We have wonderful bead-stringing and -weaving supplies at great prices, plus we’re adding new items all the time! Classes and parties available.
www.justbeaditconcord.com
Beads to thread, wire and just admire. All for beading to your heart’s desire. Family owned since 2003. Open Mon, Wed, Thu, and Fri 11–7, Sat 11–6, Sun 12–5. 2051 Harrison St., Ste C
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Alley Cat Beads—Northglenn www.alleycatbeads.com
11928 N. Washington
(719) 583-BEAD (2323)
Beadsong—Salida 10–5 Mon–Sat. Czech glass, gemstones, Bali, seed beads, Delicas, bugles, charms, sterling and gold-filled findings and beads, books, tools, supplies, and much more. Email: [emailprotected]. 107 F St.
(719) 530-0110
Connecticut
The Bead Hive—Guilford www.thebeadhivect.com
Exceptional, ever-changing selection of semiprecious and glass beads, silver, findings, seed beads, Delicas, pendants, charms, pearls. Classes and individualized lessons. Daily 10–6, Sun 12–5. beadhive@thebead hivect.com (Strawberry Hill) 1310 Boston Post Rd.
(203) 453-6681
Thistle Beads—Niantic www.thistlebeads.com
Family owned and operated bead store right near the shore with jewelry and gifts too. Come in and enjoy the casual atmosphere and make a necklace or bracelet. We also offer classes, private parties, and custom work. We offer a large variety of beads including seed beads, Swarovski’s, fire polish, Czech glass and rare finds. Hours: Mon-Fri 10-6pm, Thursdays 10-8pm, Sundays 11-5pm. 860-739-6552
Florida
The Beading Boutique —Altamonte Springs 3,100 sq. ft. of fabulous beading magic. Largest collection of Toho and Delica seed beads in Central Florida. Extensive selection of beads, findings, pearls, crystals, etc. A beader’s dream come true. Must see to believe. Instruction offered daily. Parties, Girls’ Night Out, and so much more. Come in and relax at gourmet coffee bar while choosing a new creation to make and take. Spend the morning, afternoon, or entire day. Open 7 days/week. 224 W. Central Parkway, Suite 1018
(407) 574-7164
Breezy’s Beads—Brandon www.breezysbeads.net
Colorado
Breckenridge Bead Gallery—Breckenridge
102 18th St.
Just Bead It!—Concord
1000 W. 6th St., Suite W
55 Pennsylvania Avenue
You will love our huge Swarovski selection, stones, pearls, pressed glass, and seed beads of all sizes and varieties. We have a wall of Czech hanks, tubes of Japanese seed beads, as well as all Delicas. Private and group instruction available. Check us out at www.beaddreams.biz. On the Miracle Mile, between I–5 and Hwy. 99.
Large selection of seed beads, Swarovski Japanese pearls and crystals, books, Vintaj™, Findings and tools, classes Closed Sunday & Monday. Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat. 10 – 5, Thurs. 10-7. (805) 489-6544
www.franisbeads.com
www.creativecastle.com
(928) 282-7334
Arkansas
7103 Samples Rd.
Beadtopia—El Segundo (S. of LAX)
From Beads to Seeds, Pliers to Wires Breezy’s Beads has it! A “hands on” Bead shop featuring Swarovski Crystal Elements, Sterling Silver, Gold filled beads. Pewter, Copper, and Base Metals. Tools, Stringing Materials, Books and Magazines. Miyuki, Toho & Matsuno Seed beads. Semi-Precious, Czech, Lampwork. Voted “Best of Brandon” 2011 and 2012. Open: Tues, Thurs, Fri 10-6, Wed 10-5, Sat 10-3. 226 Oakfield Drive
(813) 661-2110
Beaded Envisions – Cape Coral www.beadedenvisions.com
Beads & handcrafted creations that embrace your soul. A unique Bead Store offering not only an array of beads but a place that’s also warm, inviting and nurturing to your creativity. Come spend a day with us and enjoy complimentary coffee & soothing music while you shop. Browse through our selection of Miyuki Seed beads, Swarovski crystals, Czech glass, Semi-Precious Stones, Tagua Beads, Greek Leather, tools, findings as well as unique handcrafted jewelry & gifts from our local artists and much more. We offer daily classes, beading & birthday parties. See our website for a list of classes and upcoming events and join us the second Friday of each month fr our “GNO”~”Girls Night Out” and bead the night away with us! STORE HOURS: Sunday & Monday CLOSED, TuesdayFriday 10am-7pm, Saturday 10am-4pm Seasonal Hours: NovemberMarch, Monday 10am-2pm, Tuesday-Friday 10am-7pm, Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday CLOSED. 130 Del Prado Blvd. S., Ste.7
(239)-673-6096
(303) 451-1900
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Laura’s Beads—Hudson
(727) 495-0803
Bead & Art—Lighthouse Point (Pompano) www.beadandart.com
South Florida’s friendliest bead store. Tons of semiprecious, pearls, Czech, Swarovski, sterling, tools, supplies. Original lampwork beads. Classes and kits. Check out our website for store location and class schedules. 5034 N. Federal Hwy.
(954) 418-3390
Beads Etc.—Maitland
www.beadstoreorlando.com Orlando’s finest full service bead store is now offering wholesale prices on selected strands of gemstones. Large selection of seed beads, sterling, G-F, base metal, Swarovski,pearls, Czech, etc. Classes all levels. Customer service #1! 110 N. Orlando Ave. (New location)
(407) 339-2323
The Bead Strand—Ocala www.thebeadstrand.com
Come visit Ocala’s hidden treasure! Offering a wide selection of gemstones, Swarovski crystals, seed beads, and now featuring a huge selection of findings, Czech glass, and lampwork beads. Also newly added is our accessory boutique offering unique gifts and jewelry. Visit our website for more information or to see our class schedules. 6140 SW Hwy. 200
(352) 620-2323
Bead Bar Full Service Bead Store— Orlando www.beadbar.com
Central Florida’s Favorite Bead Store since 1992. Featuring the area most complete inventory of the latest greatest Seed Beads, Crystals, Gemstones, Pearls, Tools, and Supplies. Rare and unusual beads and baubles and lots more. Retail & wholesale. Friendly Talented Staff of expert Beaders ready to help you. 1319 Edgewater Dr {College Park area}
www.thebeadingladies.com
Now offering FREE beading classes for every level of expertise. Walk ins are welcome.We have a huge inventory of beads, seed beads, pearls, Fimo, Swarovski crystals, Czech beads, Chinese crystal, sea glass, findings, supplies, tools, books and much more.We also sell beautiful jewelry. Visit our website for more information. 1931 Tamiami Trail
941-735-1054
Donna’s Beads – Sarasota www.donnasbeads.com
Are you a beginner or advance bead weaver, come in for inspiration or classes. Great selection of Swarovski crystals/pearls, japanese seed beads, fire polish, preciosa and finds. Great prices and the friendliest gals in town. come in and bead with us. 2717 Beneva Road
(941)-444-7457
AA Beads & More—Sebastian Certified PMC studio; large selection of pearls, stones, and glass beads; findings; sterling and gold-filled wire; PMC; tools; jewelry-making supplies; books; and dichroic glass. Classes in PMC, fusing, chain maille, wire wrapping, and beading. Wabasso Plaza. We’re worth the drive! 8802 U.S. Hwy. 1
(772) 581-0515
BEADS!—Tampa www.eBeads.com
KNOWN FOR THE LARGEST SEED BEAD COLLECTION IN THE TAMPA BAY AREA! Over 950 Delica colors, 91 Tila colors, SuperDuos and more! Huge selection of gemstones, freshwater pearls, base metal findings, Swarovski Crystals, and lampwork beads. Amazing classes including Bead Weaving, Copper Etching, Dichroic Glass, Enameling, and more! Visit our website for hours and class schedule. [emailprotected] 12807 W. Hillsborough Ave. Ste. H
(813) 258-3900
Tampa Bead Café—Tampa www.tampabeadcafe.com
Largest selection of Delicas and seed beads in Tampa; wide variety of semiprecious stones and Czech glass; the only shop in Tampa for PMC classes and supplies. Enjoy a cup of java while you bead! 320 W. Fletcher #107
(813) 374-9099
Raintree Craft and Design Corp. —Titusville Complete bead shop. Large selection of beads—glass, porcelain, crystals, turquoise, sterling, novelty, charms, findings, wire, and books. Classes and workshops daily, including crocheting and knitting with wire and beads. Sears Town Mall. 3550 S. Washington Ave., Ste. 15
www.beadjoux.com
New bead store northeast of Atlanta! Great products including Swarovski, Czech fire polish, seed beads, a great selection of clasps and featuring a full line of vintage W. German and Japanese glass beads, lucite beads and crystals! Check our website for class schedule, national instructor calendar, directions and hours. 6750 HWY 53 Suite 103
Largest bead store on the North Shore. Parties, classes, and everything to make jewelry. Bali, sterling, and gold-filled parts, seed beads, Swarovski crystals, pearls, semiprecious beads, fancy glass beads, tools, and stringing supplies. eBay store. Mon–Fri 10–5:30, Sat 11–5, Sun 12–4. Fax: (847) 681-0681. Email: [emailprotected]. 1799 St. Johns Ave.
www.abeadgarden.com
“YOUR JEWELRY DESIGN SOURCE” We have hundreds of Miyuki and Toho Beads to choose from as well as Swarovski and Preciosa crystals, supplies for Epoxy Clay, Licorice and Regaliz leather, Czech Glass, Cabochons Gemstones, hundreds of findings, metal beads and more. We offer classes TO FIT YOUR SCHEDULE! Open Tuesdays ;ate, Wednesday thru Saturday 10:00 -5:30 Located in the old Clarkesville Mill Historic Hwy 441 706-499-5336
Artzy Beads LLC—Gwinnett
www.pumpkinglass.com
Dazzling original lampwork, crystals, Bali Silver, seed beads, wire and findings. Lampwork glass rods, tools and supplies for beadmakers. Finished Art Jewelry. Lots of Classes! 2059 S. Main St.
www.facetsofisis.com
Beautiful selection of Sterling Silver Findings, Swarovski Crystals, Czech Fire Polish, German Vintage & natural Gemstone beads. BeadSmith authorized dist. Classes, Artist Demos, Trunk Shows. 225 N. Northwest Hwy
770-545-8000
Gone With The Bead-Watkinsville (Athens)
www.beadworldbeads.com
Jewelry and gift items from around the world, specializing in ancient and new Indonesian glass beads, (Indonesian glass beads available wholesale) and recycled glass beads. Jewelry repair—books—findings— body jewelry—piercings. 8 S. Brockway
Come and see our unique and exciting shop. We have 2,400 sq. ft. featuring artisan beads and focals, Czech beads and buttons, Kumihimo, vintage beads and stampings, Miyuki, Swarovski, Venetian beads, TierraCast, Wire Lace and Wire Knitz, Hill Tribe Silver, Kazuri, African metal and trade beads, pearls, stone, wood, and horn. See our gallery tour at www.gonewiththebead.com. Hours: Wed-Fri 10 a.m-6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. (706) 769-2012
Idaho
Bead Street—Boise
www.beadstreetonline.blogspot.com New location with the largest selection of Czech glass and Japanese seed beads in the Northwest. Plus Swarovski, Delicas, semi-precious, freshwater pearls, lampwork, findings, tools, books and stringing materials. New two-hole Czechmates and vintage glass and metal buttons. See our blog for hours and class schedule. (208) 336-9707
Pandora’s Baubles and Beads—Idaho Falls pandorasbaublesandbeads.com
The area’s best and largest selection of high quality gemstones, German vintage beads, Tibetan, Bali, Thai, and Turkish silver beads and findings, Czech glass, Japanese and Czech seed beads, trade beads and much more. We also specialize in extraordinary pearls, all of which are hand-picked from all over the globe. Classes from beginner to advanced. Monday thru Friday 11:00-5:30 and Saturday 12:00-5:30. Check out our Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn 440 Park Ave
208-529-3696
Illinois
City Beads—Chicago
Seed Bead and AIKO Specialists! Nationally renowned teachers, Gary Wilson cabochons, Kathy Hoope lampwork, Czech glass, pearls, and semiprecious stones. DISCOUNT PRICES! Showroom hours by appointment. For class schedules and more information, visit our website or call to be added to our mailing list. (312) 316-1910
Studio Beads—Deerfield www.studiobeads.com
We carry a great assortment of all sizes of seed beads, freshwater pearls, “BASHA” and other nationally known lampwork beads, semiprecious beads, and finished jewelry from artists across the country. We have a great assortment of vintage purses and jewelry. We offer classes and workshops with nationally recognized teachers. Visit us online for more information. Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 10–5, Thu 10–8, Sat 10–4. 816 Waukegan Rd.
(847) 607-8702
bodacious beads—Des Plaines bodaciousbeadschicago.com
Best selection and lowest prices! 260 colors of Swarovski, Japanese, and Czech seed beads. Pearls and stone. Vintage, tribal, and Bali. Chain, findings, and tools. Books. Mon–Sat 10–6. Tue till 8. Near O’Hare airport. 1942 River Rd.
www.freetobead.com
The only full-service bead store in the Peoria area. We have silver, Bali, semiprecious, crystals, pearls, glass, seed beads, supplies, tools, and classes. Everything you need and more. Come bead with us. 3301 N. Prospect Rd.
Bead Palace—Indianapolis (Greenwood) www.beadpalaceinc.com
Largest selection (5,000 sq ft) of Gemstone & Diamond Beads, Swarovski, Sterling Silver beads & findings in the country. Direct manufacturer from India & China means lowest prices. Beadalon distributor. Mon–Sat 10:30–6. sales@beadpalace inc.com 163 S. Madison Ave. (7 m. S. of Indy)
317-882-5522
Imagine Beads—Valparaiso www.labeadalocabeads.com
Largest seed bead and Swarovski dealer in the area. Classes available. Large selections of books, findings, and stones, from the rare to the unique. Hours: Mon & Wed 10-6, Tues, Thurs, Fri 10-5; Sat 10-6; Sun 10-4. 103 East Morthland Dr, Ste 1
(219)299-2270
Kansas
Heartland Bead Market—Lenexa www.heartlandbeadmarket.com
Come to browse. Stay to bead. Awesome selection. Friendly service. Swarovski, Czech glass, semiprecious, seed beads, Bali silver, hill tribe silver, and more. We love to help you create. Classes—Parties— Repairs—Custom designs. Open beading always. Visit our other location, The Bead Shop in Overland Park (913) 888-0231 (913)-642-3131
Louisiana
A Bead Boutique—Alexandria www.abeadboutique.com
A beading paradise! Multiple rooms for classes, parties, and get-togethers. Great selection of beads, tools, books, and supplies. Tue–Fri 11–5; Sat 11–4. Located on the edge of the Garden District, near Hill St. traffic light. 2924 Jackson St.
(318) 442-2575
Maine
BEADS ON THE KENNEBEC— AUGUSTA www.beadsonthekennebec.com
Our customers say we are the “Best Little Bead Shop in ME”. Friendly, helpful atmosphere. Large selection of sterling, Swarovski, glass, stone, bone, and seed beads. Precious metal and Artistic Wire. Tools and Supplies for all your beading needs. Classes and Repairs. Tue–Fri 10–5, Sat 10–3. 333 Water St.
(207) 622-1666
(847) 699-7959
(321) 383-1556
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Indiana
13964 Santa Fe Trail Dr. 9009 Metcalf (Overland Park)
www.citybeadschicago.com
3928 N. Rockwell St.
(847) 776-BEAD (2323)
Free to Bead—Peoria
www.gonewiththebead.com
5509 N. Glenwood St.
(847) 705-6614
Bead World—Palatine
The artsy jewelry design center for NE Georgia. Offering basic to advanced classes, specializing on bridal and birthday parties. Large selection of Swarovski crystal, Toho beads, gem stones, hemp, metal findings, java beads, hand crafted jewelry gifts and more!
16 N. Main St., Ste. D (Entrance at the back)
(309) 266-7884
Facets of Isis—Palatine
www.artzybeads.com
178 E Crogan Street Ste #250
(847) 433-3451
Pumpkin Glass—Morton
770-283-4411
Garden of Beaden—Clarkesville
407 426 8826
G & S Jewelry – Port Charlotte
www.chelseasbeads.com
Beadjoux—Braselton
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Laura’s Beads is more than just a bead shop, it is a place to gather, to learn, and to create. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, we’re here to assist you in finding what you need for your latest project. Specializing in bead-weaving, we offer a range of classes for both beginners and experienced beaders. Best of all, we are stocked with a gorgeous selection of beads, findings, and supplies at great prices. 8143 State Rd. 52
Chelsea’s Beads—Highland Park
Georgia
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The Beaded Moose—Bangor www.thebeadedmoose.com
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Where beads and friends gather. A customer-friendly beading studio/ store with a hand-picked inventory of beautiful beads, Miyukis, Delicas, crystals, semiprecious, Czech, etc. Classes and individualized lessons available. Easy access from I-95. 1460 Outer Hammond St.
(207) 992-2099
Maryland
East Street Beads—Frederick www.eaststreetbeads.com
Growing Selection of Miyuki & Metal Seed Beads, Swarovski Crystals & Pearls, Czech Glass & Pearls, Lampwork, Tools, Semi-precious, Findings, Wire, Chain Mail, Books, Kumihimo, Fresh-water Pearls, Tools & More! Classes 7 Days a week! 922 N. East St. (301) 624-2323
Accents Bead Shop—Rockville (White Flint area) www.accentsbeads.com
New 5,000 sq. ft. showroom. Awesome selection of semiprecious, Bali, Swarovski crystals, pearls, seed beads including Delicas, 14k, gold-filled, sterling silver beads—findings—chain, lots of classes. Wholesale to public. 12112 Nebel St.
(877) 262-9245
Marvin Schwab/The Bead Warehouse —Silver Spring www.thebeadwarehouse.com
Wholesale and mail order. Huge selection of semiprecious beads, freshwater pearls, tools, and supplies. Findings in sterling silver, gold-filled, 14k, and plated. Showroom by appointment and special open hours. Fax (301) 565-0489; Email [emailprotected]. 2740 Garfield Ave.
(301) 565-0487
Massachusetts
Too Cute Beads—Farmington Our business is based on one principle—giving everyone the opportunity to create beautiful and unique jewelry at a reasonable price. We carry Swarovski crystal, pendants, pearls, gold-filled beads, chain, sterling silver beads, cultured pearls, Murano glass, artist glass, tools and wire, kits, and much more. Visit our website for class schedule and for our sale of the week. 31711 Grandriver
(866) 342-3237
925 S. Main St., E-1
(989) 652-3566
(508)660-7984
Michigan
Looking for the real thing? We have a huge selection of semi-precious & precious gemstone beads, Miyuki seed beads, Delicas, Swarovski, Kazuri, Czech & more. Custom cutting & drilling. Classes/parties. Easy to locate. Helpful, friendly staff.
www.thecreativefringe.com
210 Washington
Wicks and Stones - Downtown Wyandotte www.wicksandstones.com/ - Find us on Facebook
Everything for your beading needs! Celebrating 10 years in business! Seed beads, Swarovski, Czech glass, semi-prescious, tools, Sterling Silver, artistic wire, kits, PMC Certified. Let us answer all of your questions!! Monthly stitch and wire groups, individual classes, birthday parties, ladies nights, open studio time, free classes. Call for more information or come in to show off your creation! 734 759-0112
Stony Creek Bead & Gallery —Ypsilanti Twp.
2060 Whittaker Rd.
(734) 544-0904
Minnesota
Stormcloud Trading Co. (Beadstorm) —St. Paul www.beadstorm.com
20+ years of experience shows in our vast selection of seed beads, pressed glass, Swarovski crystals, Bali silver, sterling, and gold-filled beads. Shop in-store or online. Mon–Fri 10–6, Sat 10–5. No print catalog. 725 Snelling Ave. N.
(651) 645-0343
Missouri
Great prices and discounts. Swarovski, Czech, Bali, Polymer Clay, Art Clay, pearls, wood, bone, glass, metal, acrylics, and more. Sterling silver and gold-filled beads and findings. Craft supplies, charms, books, tools, beading supplies, and classes.
Midwest’s premier bead shop. 3,000+ seed beads including Toho, Aiko, Czech, and Delicas. Full selection of Swarovski and semiprecious stones. Pearls always on special. U.S. distributor for the Craft Kit Company and Toho Treasure Kits. We are a teaching store. Mon, Wed, Fri 10–6, Tue and Thu 10–8, Sat 9–4, Sun 12–4.
(248) 544-1590
Raisin River Beads—Dundee www.raisinriverbeads.com
An ever-growing selection of Delicas, charms, Japanese seed beads, buttons, Czech, Bali silver, Swarovski, semiprecious, and findings. Classes and birthday parties. Mon–Sat 11–5, Sun 12–5. 141 Riley St.
(734) 529-3322
Bead Bohemia—Farmington www.facebook.com/beadbohemia
Low prices *friendly service.* Unique selection. A wide variety of beads and components including semi-precious gems and Czech glass to artist pieces, seed beads, designer brass lines, and more. Ask for your free “Bead Addiction” card! 33321 Grand River Ave.
(248) 474-9264
Pam’s Bead Garden—Farmington www.pamsbeadgarden.com
We specialize in Japanese seed beads. Full-service bead store featuring Czech glass, pearls, Swarovski crystal, Delicas, silver, and tools. Free classes, visiting artists, and lots more. Open six days, closed Sunday. Call for more information. 22836 Orchard Lake Rd..
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www.santerresstones.com
42 Water St.
www.ladybugbeads.net
7616 Big Bend Blvd.
(314) 644-6140
Nevada
(603) 733-9393
Ladybead and Rook—Wilton
(616) 296-0020
Lady Bug Beads—St. Louis
3954 12 Mile Rd.
603.734.4322
We’re a full-service bead shop offering an extensive collection of beads, findings, wire, tools, books, lampworking, silver, clay, and metalsmithing supplies. Cultivate your creative side with classes and parties. Open workstations available. Come to the Fringe! Your creativity awaits you. Open 7 days a week.
Munro Crafts—Berkley www.munrocrafts.com
285 Calef Highway, Rte 125
The Creative Fringe LLC—Grand Haven
www.bead-addiction.com
2000 Main St.
www.justbeadingaround.com
Santerre’s Stones ‘N Stuff—Exeter
www.stonycreekbead.blogspot.com
2000 sq ft of fabulous beads and beading supplies. We carry many name brands, including Czech glass, Kazuri, Lillypilly, Miyuki, Thunderpolish crystal, Swarovski, Fuseworks, TierraCast, Artistic wire. Huge tool selection and tons of wire choices. We also offer classes, Ladies Night Out, birthday parties, or any event you can think of. We are open Tue–Sun, closed on Monday. Check our website for hours and directions or call or email us at [emailprotected] .
(603) 223-0146
We carry a huge selection of high quality beads, findings and beading supplies. Miyuki and Toho seed beads, Swarovski, Preciosa, Pearls, Kazuri, Czech, Lampwork, Gemstones & more. Classes and Parties. Plenty of parking. Handicap accessible. Awesome staff!!
www.beadhaven.com
Supporting the artist inside of you! Huge collection of Seed & Czech Beads. Bali, pearls, and stones. Lampwork & Polymer Clay by MI artists. Classes, kits, books & so much more! I-94 to exit 183. South 1 mile. Closed Mondays. Tue–Fri 10– 6, Sat 10– 4, Sun 10– 2. www.StonyCreekBead.blogspot.com
Bead Addiction—Walpole
146 N. Main St.
Come shop 5,000 sq. ft. of Michigan’s largest bead store! Filled with the best selection of beads from around the world, no matter what type of beading you’re doing. Free classes, open 7 days, and now shop online! We carry everything!
www.beadandfiber.net
(617) 426-2323
www.beadit.biz
Worth the trip? You bet! Fabulous shop, chock-full of semiprecious, freshwater pearls, Swarovski crystal, Venetian and lampwork glass, Czech fire-polished, and hanks, sterling, gold-filled, vermeil. Gorgeous clasps. Sun–Mon 12–5, Tue–Wed 10–6, Thu–Fri 10–8, Sat 10–6.
Bead Haven—Frankenmuth
A new concept. In the lively SOWA neighborhood. Unique bead and fiber artwork, materials, exciting day and evening classes. Revolving gallery features contemporary and traditional work. Unusual beads and supplies from around the world. Repairs. Parties. Free parking at 500 Harrison Ave. 460 Harrison Ave.
Bead It!—Concord
Just Beading Around—Epping
3138 Biddle Avenue
BEAD + FIBER: gallery . classes . materials —Boston
New Hampshire
www.toocutebeads.com
www.ladybeadandrook.com
Beautiful, quality beads to inspire your creativity and accentuate your style. Emphasis on European beads: Czech crystals, pressed glass, seed beads, pearls, and semiprecious. Artisan-created jewelry for fine gift giving. Ample parking. Thu–Sat 9–5:30, Sun 11–4. At the Riverview Mill Artist Shops. 29 Howard St.
(603) 654-2805
New Jersey
Beads by Blanche—Bergenfield www.beadsbyblanche.com
(Only miles from NYC.) Visit East Coast’s premier bead shop. 3,000+ colors/styles of Japanese seed beads, glass, crystal, semiprecious, lampwork, and more! Classes by local and nationally known artists. Extensive inventory for unlimited possibilities! 106 N. Washington Ave. (201) 385-6225
Jubili Beads & Yarns®—Collingswood www.jubilibeadsandyarns.com
Everything you need under one roof! Fabulous full-service source for beads, classic and novelty yarns. Eight-torch lampworking studio, spinning, weaving, knitting, crocheting, PMC, and more! Repairs, custom jewelry, and parties. Contact us via email at info@ jubilibeadsandyarns.com. 713 Haddon Ave (856) 858-7844
Sojourner—Lambertville www.sojourner.biz
Sojourner stocks freshwater pearls, semiprecious stones, Swarovski crystals, Czech glass and seed beads, sterling beads, Chinese enamel beads, castings, charms, ethnic beads, findings—including our own design sterling silver box clasps bezel set with vintage and semiprecious elements. Open daily 11—6. 26 Bridge St. (609) 397-8849
The Birds and the Beads—Morganville www.thebirdsand thebeads.com
Surround yourself in beads! Incredible collection of hand-selected stone, pearl, glass and shell beads. Plus, all the best seed beads, tools, books, findings, and Swarovski crystals. Please call or stop by for further information and our extensive class schedule. 411 Rt. 79
(732) 591-8233
Bead Jungle—Henderson (Las Vegas area)
Multi Creations (NJ) Inc.—Old Bridge
Most complete bead shop in the Las Vegas area with the largest variety of beads and findings. Classes, silversmithing, parties, workshops, and volume discounts. Minutes from the Strip. Open 7 days a week 10–6. Extended hours Tue, Wed, and Thu 10–8.
All kinds of silver, gold-filled, and 14/18k gold findings, chains by foot, Bali silver beads, hill tribe silver, gemstone and glass beads, pearls and Swarovski crystals, beading accessories, tools, and much more at wholesale prices. Tue–Sat 10–6, Sun 11–3. Closed Mon. MultiCreationsNJ@ aol.com; mobile (732) 642-2260; fax (732) 607-6416.
www.beadjungle.com
1590 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy., Ste.160
(702) 432-2323
Bead Haven—Las Vegas www.beadhavenlasvegas.com
Nevada’s most comprehensive bead store, catering to all bead enthusiasts. Huge selection of findings, pressed glass, seed beads. Full line of Swarovski. Free classes daily. Mon–Sat 10–6. Closed Sun. 7664 W. Lake Mead Blvd., #111
(702) 233-2450
www.MultiCreationsNJ.com
1405 Rt. 18 S., Unit #102
(732) 607-6422
Bazaar Star Beadery—Ridgewood www.bazaarstarbeadery.com
Take a journey into the colorful wonderland of beads galore. Eclectic collection gathered from around the world awaits you! Come one, come all, sit and stay, we’ll help you create it all. Ladies’ parties/ birthdays/original kits and instructions. 216 E. Ridgewood Ave.– (201) 444-5144
(248) 471-2323
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New Mexico
Thunderbird Supply Company —Albuquerque www.thunderbirdsupply.com
2311 Vassar NE
(505) 884-7770
The Beaded Iris—Albuquerque Specializing in Japanese seed beads, Delicas, rare vintage beads, and handmade beads, just to name a few. A relaxed atmosphere with cheerful gals to help you! 1512 F Wyoming Blvd. NE
(505) 299-1856
Thunderbird Supply Company —Gallup www.thunderbirdsupply.com
Our main showroom store is just off I-40, located just minutes from the Navajo and Zuni Nation, is filled with over 13,000 items; fabricated metal sheet and wire (silver, nickel, and copper), findings, metal beads, metalsmithing tools, beading supplies, natural and man-made strands. Mon-Sat 8:30am-6pm MST 1907 W Highway 66
(800) 545-7968
New York
We are a full-service bead store offering classes, handmade jewelry, and beading supplies. Birthday and private parties, Wine & Bead Night, BYOB Socials (bring your own beads), and Girls Night Out. We offer a large variety of Vintage jewelry and components, Seed beads, Swarovski Crystals, Precious and Semi-precious gemstones, Crystals strands, Sterling Silver, Silver filled, Gold filled, and Vermeil findings. Hours: Monday–Saturday 10–6; Email: [emailprotected] 152 N. Main St.
(704) 746-9278
Ornamentea—Raleigh www.ornamentea.com
Our cheery store carries tools, torches, bench supplies, enamels, metal, stones, beads of all kinds and unusual fibers and ribbon. We offer classes and have an in-store work table where you can sit and finish a project. Located in downtown Raleigh. We will be your favorite bead store! 509 N. West Street
919-834-6260
Ding’s Fashions & Gifts—Winston-Salem Specializing in Swarovski, Miyuki, Beadalon, WigJig, silver, gold, 10,000+ findings, and 1,000s of strands of stones. Designing, manufacturing, repairs, and much more. Our specialty is designing/beading education. Email [emailprotected]. Tue–Fri 10–6, Sat 10–5, Sun, Mon (closed). 2834 Reynolda Rd.
78 S. Middletown Rd..
(845) 501-8295
Beads World Inc.—New York www.beadsworldusa.com
From beads to crystals to leather cords and more. Beads World is your one-stop shop. Quality selections in the heart of NYC’s fashion district. Mon-Fri 9-7, Sat-Sun 10-5. 1384 Broadway (between 37th & 38th St. on Broadway) (212) 302-1199
Toho Shoji (NY) Inc.—New York www.tohoshoji-ny.com
1151 Stone Dr., Ste. E
(513) 202-1706
BEAD PARADISE—Cleveland (Oberlin) www.beadparadise.com
Truly amazing selection! New and vintage glass, gemstones, Swarovski, metal beads and findings. African Trade Beads, ancient , antique and collectible beads in store and online. Just off the Ohio turnpike. Open every day. 29 West College Street
440-775-2233
1 Stop Bead Shop—Columbus www.1stopbeadshop.com
Central Ohio’s largest bead store! Ohio’s premier bead class headquarters with over 90 classes per quarter in beadweaving, wire/metal work, Kumihimo, Bead Embroidery, and the hottest trends. We offer the area’s largest selection of Czech glass and Japanese seed beads. Silver, Swarovski, Semi-precious, and much more! Online sales welcome. Email: [emailprotected] 6347 Sawmill Rd., Dublin, OH
(614)573-6452
Bloomin’ Beads, Etc.—Columbus (Powell)
I Dream of Beading—Poughkeepsie
Vast selection of glass and semiprecious beads, crystals, and Miyuki seed beads. Sterling, pewter, and gold-filled findings for all your beading needs! Distributor of UnicorneTM and KazuriTM beads. Open studio area with friendly, knowledgeable staff.
Rt. 55, Ste. 107
(845) 452-7611
BEAD SHOP at Lady Jane Craft Center —Queens (Ozone Park) www.ladyjanecraftcenter.com
Largest selection outside Manhattan, Classes, Swarovski, Preciosa, Pearls, Fire polish, Hanks, Myuki, TOHO, Glass beads, Leather, Semi-precious Strands, Pendants, Cabachons, Findings, Chains, Metal, Stamps, Tools, Books. Open 7 days. Off Belt Parkway, Exit 17. 137-20 Crossbay Blvd (718) 835-7651
4040 Presidential Parkway
740-917-9008
Gahanna Bead Shop—Gahanna www.gahannabeadstudio.com
1024 N. Hamilton Rd.
(614) 933-8948
Potomac Bead Company—Medina www.potomacbeads.com
Visit the largest bead store in Ohio! Our two-story 4,000 sq. ft. urban loft in historic downtown Medina has an extensive selection of Swarovski crystal, Miyuki, gemstones, glass, sterling silver, findings, copper, wire, and tools. We offer classes, parties, and workspace. Open 7 days a week. 109 West Washington Street
(330) 722-2555
Oklahoma
North Carolina
Beadles—Broken Arrow
www.chevronbeads.com
Beads to beat the band! Beads take center stage in our showroom and classroom. Whether you are looking for a rock-star centerpiece or some great back-up beads, our selection and service are sure to make you twist and shout.
Chevron Trading Post & Bead Co. —Asheville Asheville’s premier full-service bead store of 25+ years. Largest selection of seed beads, Old World Trade Beads and Vintage glass in the SE Region. Huge selection of pearls, gemstones, crystals, Czech, ceramic & natural beads, including all the supplies you need. WireLace® Distributor – Open 7 day a week. Importer/Classes/Parties/Workspace – www. chevronbeads.com 40 N. Lexington Avenue (Downtown)
(828)-236-2323
www.beadsatdusticreek.com
Portland’s Premier Bead Shop. High quality Unique & Unusual products, as well as the basics. Friendly, Helpful, Experienced Staff & Outstanding Instructors. Everything you expect a Quality bead store to be! Mon–Fri 10–6; Sat 10–5; Sun 12–4 4848 SE Division Ave.
(503)235-4800
Pennsylvania
www.beadlesbeadshop.com
114 W. Dallas St.
(918) 806-8945
725 N. 19th St.
(610) 432-7545
Buttercup Beads—Audubon www.buttercupbeads.com
Let your creativity blossom in our cozy country setting. Classes, Parties, oh-so-pretty sparkly things, and most of all, fun! One-stop shopping in an open workshop environment. Artisan/bead-addict owned and operated. 1123 Pawlings Rd.
(484)524-8231
The Bead Garden—Havertown www.thebeadgarden.com
Friendly, full-service bead store for all of your jewelry-making needs. Classes for all levels of experience, including beginners. Birthday parties and group outings. Knowledgeable staff that is delighted to help. 2122 Darby Rd.
(610) 449-2699
Blue Santa Beads—Media www.bluesantabeads.net
A newly located artistic venue. Classes available. Customers always come first and always return. 1165 W. Baltimore Pike
(610) 892-2740
Crystal Bead Bazaar—Pittsburgh www.crystalbeadbazaar.com
A world bazaar of beads. Swarovski, Czech, Venetian, lampwork, sterling and gold-filled, freshwater pearls, and semiprecious. Largest selection of seed beads in area. Classes and custom designs. Mon–Sat 10–6, Thu 10–9, Sun 12–5. 4521 Butler St.
(412) 687-1513
Buttercup Beads—Pottstown www.buttercupbeads.com
Let your creativity blossom in our cozy cottage setting. Classes, parties, oh-so-pretty sparkly things, fun! No experience necessary. Service with a smile and always free chocolate. Something for everyone. Lampwork artisan/bead addict owned and operated. Guilds/bead society discounts, too! 2151 E. High St., Ste. A
(484) 524-8231
South Carolina
Your Place to Bead–Horse Feathers— Campobello www.horsefeathers1.com
South’s best source for the best selection of Delicas, trim beads, gold and silver findings, Swarovski, semiprecious beads, cabochons, dichroic glass and wire. We offer classes daily or by your schedule. Mon–Fri 11–5, Sat 10–2:00. 18845 Asheville Hwy.
(866) 228-7600 (864) 457-2422
South Dakota
Moonshadow BEAD Studio—Rapid City Handmade lampwork beads • semiprecious • sterling silver and goldfilled beads and findings • Swarovski crystals • Delicas • triangle, hex, square, faceted beads • books and patterns • one-on-one CLASSES • finished, exclusive, beaded art to wear • Come sit and bead with us! Contact us via Email at [emailprotected]. 318 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Ste. B
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Beads At Dusti Creek—Portland
www.followyourbeadedbliss.com
Bloomin’ Beads Etc is a full service bead store and more! Everything from crystals to tierra cast to yarn and knitting classes.
Hudson Valley’s premier source for beads and more. Stop by for the selection and inspiration to fulfill your wildest beading dreams! Classes/ workshops. Kit selection available online. Tue–Fri 10–6, Wed till 8, Sat 10–4. (in Freedom Executive Park).
416 Oak St. Mall
www.katsbeadboutique.com
Exclusive selection of findings, chain, and beads. Swarovski, Japanese seed beads (Miyuki, Delica, Matsuno), glass, fire-polished, and more! Mass-production price available. Mon–Fri 9–7, Sat 10–6, Sun 10–5. 990 6th Ave. (212) 868-7465
www.idreamofbeading.com
Sparkling Creations—Hood River A kaleidoscope of colors! New, fun, funky, and bead store. Offering a variety of gemstones, Swarovski, Czech, blown glass, pendants, metals, wood, findings, etc. Helpful, friendly, experienced staff, workspace, and classes. Mon–Sat 10–6, Sun 11–5.
Biggest Little Bead Shop in PA. Full selection of crystals, seed beads, findings, books, tools, unusual items, and one-of-a-kind jewelry. Classes by local and nationally known teachers. Once a month stitch-for-free day.
The tri-state’s best bead shop: create your own jewelry from our evergrowing selection of Swarovski crystal, semiprecious, glass, metals, pendants, lampwork, clay beads, books, tools, and much more! Project assistance, classes & parties, too. Always follow your bliss!
www.BeadsMosaic.com
(405)733-5300
Oregon
KAT‘S BEAD BOUTIQUE—Allentown
3,200 sq. ft. bright full-service bead shop. Ever-growing selection of tools, books, beads, stringing materials, findings, wire, chain mail, kumihimo, Swarovski crystals, classes, and more! Relax, use our tools, and get friendly help at our in-store design station. 349 W. Commercial St. (585) 586-6550
Exclusive beads boutique! Huge selection of quality semiprecious, precious and gem stones, sterling silver beads, charms and findings, copper and brass beads/findings, seed beads, pearls, shell pearls, raku, Swarovski, Kazuri, artist lampwork, beading supplies, tools, and more! Open 7 days/week. Exit 14 off I-87/NY Thruway, 40 minutes north of NYC. Beading classes and store hours at www.BeadsMosaic.com.
2150 S. Douglas Blvd., Ste H
Ohio
Let’s Bead!—East Rochester
Beads Mosaic—Nanuet
www.alouettebeadsok.com
The area’s largest collection of beads & findings—2,400 sq. ft. of stock, featuring Japanese Seed Beads & a full selection of Czech Hanks. Swarovski, Tierra Cast, Natural Stones, Czech Glass Beads, and Tools. Full service from a Professional Staff in a Creative Environment.
(336) 723-3465
Beaded Bliss Designs —Cincinnati (Harrison)
www.letsbead.com
Alouette-a unique bead shoppe —Oklahoma City Metro
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A beader’s candy store! Albuquerque’s largest and must complete bead store! Filled with findings, metal beads, strands, seed beads, stringing and wire wrapping supplies. We carry a complete line of fabricated metal sheet and wire in silver, nickel, and copper product. Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 10am-5pm MST
www.aintmissbeadhaven.com
(605) 348-2510
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Tennessee
White Fox Beads—Knoxville
the market {stop to shop}
whitefoxbeads.com
We have the jewelry-making supplies you need for your next project and those “must haves” for your stash! Visit us in our new Knoxville (Bearden) store or online. Seed Beads! Vintage! Czech Glass! Soutache! Come in today and discover why our awesome classes, expert staff and superb service are well known throughout the region. 5111 Homberg Drive
865-980-0237
Texas
Spring Beads—Houston/Spring www.springbeads.com
Best full-service bead store in Texas where we feed your need to bead! Great selection of Swarovski crystals, pearls, gemstones, Czech glass, lampwork, sterling silver, gold-filled, pewter, and copper findings, tools, leather, books, Kazuri and Tagua beads, wire, and so much more! Classes, parties, jewelry design, and repair services offered. Outstanding customer service with friendly faces and bead smart! Old Town Spring.
Wynwoods Gallery & Studio —Port Townsend www.wynwoods.com
A beautiful and unique bead shop that has everything the beader could need or want. Also, a line of sterling charms and components designed by the shop’s owner, Lois. Daily 10–7. 940 Water St.
(360) 385-6131
Visit the largest bead store in Seattle! Stop in & take one of over 70 classes taught by local & nationally known instructors. Shop our extensive line of Swarovski Elements Crystals, Japanese seed beads, gemstones, glass beads, handmade beads & findings, & so much more. Our friendly & knowledgeable staff will help get you started! Mon-Sun 10-6, 206.782.4595
Rings & Things Wholesale—Spokane
www.novabeads.net
Visit our Spokane, WA, warehouse for hands-on access to our entire line of cataloged items (everything in our print catalog and online store) plus special cash and carry gemstones, red-tagged sale items, African art, and more! Reseller Permit or $50 minimum purchase required Mon–Fri 10–6 (except first Tue of each month). First Tuesday of each month noon–6, Sat 11–4.
A happy, cozy bead shop tucked in beautiful historic Heights, filled with a wide variety of beads and findings. Check out our website for a schedule of fun classes and shop online for stylish kits.
304 E. 2nd Ave.
3518 White Oak Dr.
Wonders of the World Beadshop —Spokane Best little bead shop in Spokane. Incredible gemstones, crystals, charms, seed beads, chain, findings, and books for your creative needs. Friendly staff and great prices. Make us your first stop! In the historic Flour Mill.
421 Gentry, #202
(281) 288-9116
Nova Beads and Creations—Houston
(713) 868-1310
Vermont
Bead Crazy LLC—Williston www.beadcrazyvt.com
Northern Vermont’s only full-service bead store. Beads of all types, shapes, and sizes—tubes, strands, singles. Stringing materials, books, tools, containers, charms, watches, findings. Birthday and adult parties. Evening classes. Instruction always available. 21 Tafts Corners Shopping Center
(802) 288-9666
Virginia
STUDIO BABOO® “A Big Little™ Bead Store”—Charlottesville www.studiobaboo.com
Full service bead store w/a huge selection of Delicas, seed beads, glass, semi-precious, pearls, polymer and more. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Visit website for class schedule and hours. 1933 Commonwealth Dr.
(434) 244-2905
Gu’s Haus of Beads—Chesapeake www.hausofbeads.com
Huge selection of Miyuki Seed Beads, Czech glass, Swarovski crystals and pearls. Classes in bead weaving, ladies night. Our motto is “You can do it”. Swing by and bead happy. 501 Kempsville Road, Suite H.
(757) 549-BEAD (2323)
Beads on Parade—Fredericksburg www.beadparade.com
Just getting started or a pro, come be inspired by our huge selection of Czech glass, seed beads, silver, pewter, pearls, semiprecious stone, and Swarovski. Great prices and the friendliest staff in town. Classes ongoing. 10013 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Ste. 105 (540) 710-0705
A Bead Abode—Lynchburg www.abeadabode.com
We welcome you to our full service bead shop. You’ll find an ever expanding selection of Japanese and Czech seed beads, Czech pearls, pressed glass and fire polish, Swarovski crystals, semi-precious stones, findings, books, magazines and tools. We have classes suited for everyone. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Thursdays until 7.Open studio (“Beading Social”) on Thursdays from 12-7. 101 Hexham Drive, just off Enterprise Drive
434-237-1261
The Bead Cottage—Virginia Beach www.thebeadcottage.com
“A Beading Paradise”—1,000s of beads, Swarovski crystals, Bali, sterling silver, gold-filled, seed beads, Delica beads, magnetic hematite, semiprecious stones, findings, beading supplies, tools, classes, and more—all in a “paradise-like setting.” 5350 Kempsriver Dr., Ste. 106 (757) 495-5400
Washington
Beads and Beyond—Bellevue www.quiltworksnw.com
Now partnered with QuiltWorks Northwest Full range of seed beads, charms, sterling, vintage, books, Swarovski, tools, trade beads along with unique fabrics and patterns for the quilter and sewer. This is your shop for creative inspiration. Great local and national instructors. Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 10–6; Tue, Thu 10–9; Sun 12–5. 121A 107th Ave NE
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621 W. Mallon, Ste. 412
(509) 325-2867
Wisconsin
Madison Bead Company—Madison www.madisonbead.com
Madison’s favorite bead store! Our friendly staff focuses on providing excellent customer service. Beautiful, bright west-side location with on and off street parking. Great selection of Czech and Japanese seed beads, gemstones, Czech glass, tons of findings, Vintaj brass, and more! A wide array of classes for adults and kids ages 5 and up. Mon-Fri 11-7 Sat 11-5 Sun 11-3 515 S. Midvale Blvd
(608) 274-0104
JSM Bead Coop—Sheboygan www.jsmbeadcoop.com
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Full-service bead shop. Featuring classes, large selection of beads, books, tools, etc. Specializing in PMC, semiprecious stone and vintage beads. Mon–Fri 10–8, Sat 10–5, Sun 12–4. 1264 W. Main St.
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STUDIO BBG—Montreal, QC www.studiobbg.com
Come check out our therapeutic bead pit! We carry a wide range of beads, tools & findings…Swarovski Element Components, Semiprecious, Freshwater Pearls, Seedbeads, Chain by the foot, Sterling Silver findings, Pandora like beads, Beadalon, Bead Smith, Books, and more… We offer Birthday parties, Courses/Workshops for Children & Adults, Fundraisers & Ladies Fun Nights, Jewelry Restoration & Custom Design Creations. Please call to confirm hours and courses available. Store hours for Pointe Claire: Tues-Fri 10-6pm, Sat 10-5pm, Sun 11-5pm. Be sure to follow us on Facebook at BBG Studio & sign up for our monthly newsletter at www.studiobbg.com. 46 Ste-Anne, Pointe-Claire, QC H9S 4P8
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Capilano Rock & Gem —North Vancouver, BC www.capilanorock.ca
Stone beads, pearls, Swarovski, Czech glass, sterling silver/gold-filled findings and chains. Distributors for Grobet, EuroTool, Pepe Tools, Soft Flex, Beadalon, Lortone. Wholesale/retail. We are known for our great prices and friendly staff! Close to downtown Vancouver. 1406 Pemberton Ave.
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Your full-service bead store. Freshwater pearls, gemstones, porcelain, metal, wood, Swarovski, glass, and shell; sold by strand or individually. Findings, wire, tools, books, Jewelry Workshop Kits, magazines, and displays. Workshops, private parties, custom design, repairs, and handmade consignment jewelry. 575 Archibald St.
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CLASSIFIED WORD SCHOOLS & EDUCATION WILLIAM HOLLAND LAPIDARY SCHOOL of Arts. PO Box 980, Young Harris, GA 30582. Call for information (706) 379-2126; [emailprotected]; www.lapidaryschool. org. Week-long classes from April–October.
SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT COLORADO—Denver Largest show in Denver - wide selection of beads, findings and tools for jewelry making. Over 100 vendors and many classes with nationally known instructors. Beading 101 provides an inexpensive way to learn the basics of bead stringing, crimping, fasteners, wire wrap on head pins and other simple techniques for only $5.00. April 26 and 27, 2014. Rocky Mountain Bead Society. Find us at rockybeads.org
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Great Lakes Beadworkers Guild PO Box 1639 Royal Oak, MI 48068 Web address: www.greatlakesbeadworkersguild.org Sponsors numerous workshops and programs during year BEAD BONANZA SALE with 80 vendors twice annually. Meets 6:30 on 3rd Tuesdays January–November First Presbyterian Church, 1669 W. Maple, Birmingham, MI.
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South Jersey Bead Society P.O. Box 1242 Bellmawr, NJ 08099-5242 Email: [emailprotected] Web address: www.southjerseybeadsociety.org Meetings are held the 1st Thursday of the month September–June, at Mount Laurel Fire House, 69 Elbo Ln., from 7–9. SJBS also offers workshops taught by local and national teachers.For more info see the web site.
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Dallas Bead Society Email: [emailprotected] Web address: www.dallasbeadsociety.org Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dallas beadsociety/ Join DBS for camaraderie, learning and sharing the love of beads. Meetings are the first Saturday of the month, subject to holidays. We gather at 10 and have a short meeting at 10:30 followed by a program. Bring your lunch and stay after the program for open beading until 4 Check out our website or Yahoo group for specifics on meeting dates, location and programs. DBS brings in national teachers twice a year and regional teachers more frequently. We can’t wait to meet you.
Country Beads—Vancouver www.countrybeads.com
Semiprecious stones, freshwater pearls, sterling silver and gold findings, and beads. Chain by the foot, Swarovski crystals, Delicas, Czech fire-polished, and more. Books, tools, and classes. Wholesale prices to public. A unique shopping experience! Now you can conveniently shop online at our new updated website www.countrybeads.com. 2015 W. 4th Ave. (604) 730-8056
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techniques PA S S T H R O U G H V S PA S S B A C K T H R O U G H Pass through means to move the needle in the same direction that the beads have been strung. Pass back through means to move the needle in the opposite direction. F I N I S H I N G A N D S TA R T I N G NEW THREADS Tie off the old thread when it’s about 4" long by making an overhand knot around previous threads between beads. Weave through a few beads to hide the knot, and trim the thread close to the work. Start the new thread by tying an overhand knot around previous threads between beads. Weave through several beads to hide the knot and to reach the place to resume beading. STOP BEAD A stop bead (or tension bead) holds your work in place. To make one, string a bead larger than those you are working with, then pass through the bead one or more times, making sure not to split the thread. STRINGING Stringing is a technique that uses beading wire, needle and thread, or other material to gather beads into a strand.
LADDER STITCH For one-needle ladder stitch, string 2 beads and pass through them again. Manipulate the beads so their sides touch. String 1 bead. Pass through the last stitched bead and the one just strung. Repeat, adding 1 bead at a time and working in a figure-eight pattern.
HERRINGBONE STITCH Form a foundation row of one- or two-needle even-count ladder stitch and exit up through the final bead. String 2 beads, pass down through next bead in the ladder, and up through the following bead; repeat to the end of the row. Step up for the next row by wrapping the thread around previous threads to exit up through the last bead strung. To form the next row, string 2 beads and pass down through the second-to-last bead of the previous row and up through the following bead. Repeat, stringing 2 beads per stitch, passing down then up through 2 beads of the previous row, and stepping up as before. The 2-bead stitch will cause the beads to angle in each column, like a herringbone fabric.
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Begin tubular herringbone stitch with a foundation ring of one- or two-needle even-count ladder stitch. String 2 beads. Pass down through the next bead and up through the following bead. Repeat around the ring. At the end of the round, pass through the first beads of the previous and current rounds to step up to the new round.
Begin a midproject peyote-stitch increase by working a stitch with 2 beads in one row. In the next row, work 1 bead in each stitch, splitting the pair of beads in the previous row. For a smooth increase, use very narrow beads for both the two-drop and the one-drop between.
To make a midproject peyote-stitch decrease, simply pass the thread through 2 beads without adding a bead in the “gap.” In the next row, work a regular one-drop peyote stitch over the decrease. Work with tight tension to avoid holes.
PEYOTE STITCH For one-drop even-count flat peyote stitch, string an even number of beads to create the first two rows. Begin the third row by stringing 1 bead and passing back through the second-to-last bead of the previous row. String another bead and pass back through the fourth-tolast bead of the previous row. Continue adding 1 bead at a time, passing over every other bead of the previous row.
For circular peyote stitch, string 3 beads and knot the tail and working threads to form the first round; pass through the first bead strung. For the second round, string 2 beads and pass through the next bead of the previous round; repeat twice. To step up to the third round, pass through the first bead of the current round. For the third round, string 1 bead and pass through the next bead of the previous round; repeat around, then step up at the end of the round. Continue in this manner, alternating the two previous rounds. It may be necessary to adjust the bead count, depending on the relative size of the beads, to keep the circle flat.
Two-drop peyote stitch is worked the same as one-drop peyote stitch, but with 2 beads at a time instead of 1 bead.
For odd-count flat peyote stitch, string an uneven number of beads to create Rows 1 and 2. String 1 bead, skip the last bead strung, and pass through the next bead. Repeat across the row (this is Row 3). To add the last bead, string 1 bead and knot the tail and working threads, clicking all beads into place. Start the next row (Row 4) by passing back through the last bead added. Continue in peyote stitch, turning as for even-count, shown above, at the end of this and all even-numbered rows. At the end of all odd-numbered rows, add the last bead, string 1 bead, pass under the thread loop at the edge of the previous rows, and pass back through the last bead added.
For even-count tubular peyote stitch, string an even number of beads and knot the tail and working threads to form the first 2 rounds; pass through the first 2 beads strung. To work Round 3, string 1 bead, skip 1 bead, and pass through the next; repeat around until you have added half the number of beads in the first round. Step up through the first bead added in this round. For the following rounds, work 1 bead in each stitch and continue to step up at the end of each round.
Work odd-count tubular peyote stitch the same as even-count tubular peyote stitch, but it isn’t necessary to step up at the end of each round.
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BRICK STITCH Stitch a foundation row in one- or two-needle ladder stitch. String 2 beads and pass under the closest exposed loop of the foundation row and back through the second bead. String 1 bead and pass under the next exposed loop and back through the bead just strung; repeat.
For circular netting, string 1A and 1B six times; pass through them again to form a circle for the foundation round and pass through the next 1B. *String 1A, 1B, and 1A; skip 3 beads and pass through the following bead in the previous round to form a “net.” Repeat from * twice, then step up for the next round by passing through the first 2 beads of the first net. String 2A, 1B, and 2A; pass through the middle bead of the nearest net in the previous round. Repeat twice, then step up for the next round by passing through the first 3 beads of this round. Work each round the same way, increasing the number of A beads as necessary to keep the work flat, and stepping up by passing through the first half of the first net.
To decrease within a row, string 1 bead and skip a loop of thread on the previous row, passing under the second loop and back through the bead.
R I G H T - A N G L E W E AV E For one-needle right-angle weave, string 4 beads and pass through the first 3 beads again to form the first unit. For the rest of the row, string 3 beads and pass through the last bead exited in the previous unit and the first 2 just strung; the thread path will resemble a series of figure eights, alternating directions with each unit. To begin the next row, pass through beads to exit the top bead of the last unit. String 3 beads and pass through the last bead exited and the first bead just strung. *String 2 beads, pass back through the next top bead of the previous row, the last bead exited in the previous unit, and the 2 beads just strung. Pass through the next top bead of the previous row, string 2 beads, pass through the last bead of the previous unit, the top bead just exited, and the first bead just strung. Repeat from * to complete the row, then begin a new row as before.
To increase within a row, work 2 stitches in the same loop on the previous row.
S Q UA R E S T I TC H String a row of beads. For the second row, string 2 beads; pass through the second-to-last bead of the first row and through the second bead just strung. Continue by stringing 1 bead, passing through the third-to-last bead of the first row, and through the bead just strung. Repeat this looping technique to the end of the row.
For tubular netting, string 1A and 1B six times; pass through them again to form the foundation round. *String 1A, 1B, and 1A; skip 1B and pass through the following 1B in the previous round to form a “net.” Repeat from * twice, then step up for the next round by passing through the first 2 beads of this round. **String 1A, 1B, and 1A; pass through the middle bead of the nearest net in the previous round. Repeat from ** twice, then step up as before. Work each round the same way.
CRIMPING Crimp tubes are seamless metal tubes used to secure the end of a beading wire. To use, string a crimp tube and the connection finding (i.e., the loop of the clasp). Pass back through the tube, leaving a short tail. Use the front notch of the crimping pliers to gently press the length of the tube, causing the tube to form into an oval and the wire ends to line each side of the tube. Move the tube to the back notch of the crimping pliers and firmly press the tube down, enclosing the wire ends in separate chambers of the crescent shape. Rotate the tube 90° and use the front notch to fold the two chambers onto themselves, forming a clean cylinder. Trim the excess wire.Twisted crimp tubes are added to wire and findings in the same way, but they are secured by squeezing once with chainor flat-nose pliers.
FRINGE Exit from the foundation row of beads or fabric. String a length of beads plus 1 bead. Skipping the last bead, pass back through all the beads just strung to form a fringe leg. Pass back into the foundation row or fabric.
NETTING String a base row of 13 beads. String 5 beads and pass back through the fifth bead from the end of the base row. String another 5 beads, skip 3 beads of the base row, and pass back through the next; repeat to the end of the row. To turn, pass back through the last 3 beads (one leg of the last net). String 5 beads, pass back through the center bead of the next net, and continue.
PICOT A picot is a decorative net, most often made with 3 beads, used to embellish a beadwork surface.
WIREWORKING To open a jump ring, grasp each side of its opening with a pair of pliers. Don’t pull apart. Instead, twist in opposite directions so that you can open and close it without distorting the ring’s shape.
S Q UA R E K N OT This knot is the classic sturdy knot suitable for most stringing materials. Make an overhand knot, passing the right end over the left end. Make another overhand knot, this time passing the left end over the right end; pull snug.
OVERHAND KNOT This is the basic knot for tying off thread. Make a loop with the stringing material. Pass the cord that lies behind the loop over the front cord and through the loop; pull snug.
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by Chloe Chatenever
“I have always enjoyed the hunt,” says jewelry artist Alice Sprintzen. “There is something around every corner that cries out for fresh consideration—a new context in which to reinvent the ordinary, making it extraordinary.” As a child, Sprintzen developed an appreciation for found objects by combing beaches with her parents, searching for tossed-aside treasures. A self-proclaimed “technique junkie,” she incorporates a wide variety of creative methods into each of her pieces.
Q: What inspires you? A: The found objects that I collect are my greatest inspiration. They come readymade with color, texture, form, and a past life. We see glimpses of our own history in them. I enjoy the element of humor, which often presents itself in the juxtaposing of diverse elements, to create abstract as well as representational pieces.
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ALICE SPRINTZEN
Q: How do you think beadwork enhances your found-object jewelry? A: I rely heavily on the emotional impact of color, and beadwork affords the opportunity to echo the colors and patterns in the materials that I use. In addition, the supple nature of beaded rope makes for a comfortable means of hanging pendants.
Q: Where do you find your materials? A: There is no scarcity of materials for the found-object jeweler. My eyes are automatically drawn to the tossed-away and mostly overlooked. Treasures can easily be spotted at garage sales, flea markets, antique stores. I have a scout team of friends who augment my supply. They delight in seeing one of their finds in a completed work.
From left to right: Winged Victory, Once Upon a Button, Not by Accident II.
Q: What makes found-object jewelry special? A: My jewelry is, by its nature, a statement about society. It is, by implication, pro-reuse and anti-consumption. It elevates ordinary materials to diamond status—at least that is the challenge. It is about finding beauty and humor in the ordinary.
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Q: You have an entire collection of pieces made with upcycled car parts. What attracted you to these materials? A: I first encountered broken brake lights while biking in my neighborhood. I live in the suburbs of New York City, and there is no scarcity of this material on the streets. The colors are limited to red, amber, and clear, but the many textures and patterns are there to be exploited. I also enjoy the material’s transparent quality and its light weight. Although extremely strong, car plastic is easy to saw with a jeweler’s saw (I saw through masking tape to keep the cut line from re-fusing when the friction from sawing creates heat) and finish with files and emery paper. I usually dull the shiny surface with fine steel wool because I prefer this softer look. It is an amazingly user-friendly material, which can be obtained at any car-repair shop.✦
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