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by Barbara Richard
October/November 2008
Sitting on a lanai in Florida one May, leisurely crocheting a seed-bead tube,
Barbara realized that pairing sets of red seed beads with green cylinder beads
could result in a holly-branch effect. It worked just as she had hoped!
This project will available at Beading
Daily for a limited time.
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by Marlene Blessing
December 2007/January 2008
This simple but elegant two-strand necklace originated with artist Jana Roberts
Benzon's intricately patterned polymer beads. The leafy motifs in both the beads
and the silver bail carry all the rich, green mystery of the Amazon.
Web-exclusive
project.
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by Jackie Noble
June/July 2005
An asymmetrical dazzler of strung citrine, moonstone, and peridot.
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by Tamara Honaman
June/July 2005
Sterling silver chain and components complement the blue chalcedony and lapis
is this sumptuous multistrand necklace.
Web-exclusive
project.
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Style Savvy
This Style Savvy wire-wrapped necklace made of crystals, pearls, and seed
beads is the perfect party accessory.
Web-exclusive
project.
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by Katie Hacker
August/September 2009
Herringbone tubes meet trendy charm accents in this quick, fashionable design
that has hidden meanings: To reinforce the dream theme, Katie chose purple tones
for creativity, a hummingbird charm for moving forward, and an eye charm for insight.
This is a companion project to Katie's Beading Secrets in the August/September
2009 issue of Beadwork.
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by Dustin Wedekind
This colorful choker looks good enough to eat!
Part of the Beadsmith
Challenge (Apr/May 2003).
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by Melanie Schow
June/July 2007
Melanie used brightly colored enamel-coated copper wire, vintage Lucite faceted
rounds, and fiber-obtic rounds in this fun, free-form piece.
Web-exclusive
project.
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by Katie Hacker
June/July 2009
The leafy tendrils on the etched-shell donut were the inspiration for this long,
lean design. Learn to create a simple peyote bail with matte hematite size 11
seed beads and how to turn a donut into a focal clasp. The finished necklace is
25" (adjustable). This is a companion project to Katie's Beading Secrets
in the June/July 2009 issue of Beadwork.
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by Heather Culhane
Stringing Spring 2005
Follow these expanded instructions to create this whimsical necklace of glass
beads, crystals and Thai silver. (These are expanded instructions for the projected
featured on page 78 of Stringing
Spring 2005).
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by Julia Watt
June/July 2008
Give simply strung pearls a lush look by weaving in a second strand, creating
a gently meandering trail of glistening seed beads. Add silver accents of dragonflies,
a hedgehog, and a floral toggle for a completely enchanting design.
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by Julie Walker
February/March 2007
Amber bugle beads and a square stitch variation team up to form this dramatic
necklace.
Web-exclusive project.
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Style Savvy
June/July 2005
This Style Savvy project from the June/July 2005 issue is an easy-to-string necklace
made of natural Brazilian seed beads and a stunning bone and brass Tibetan pendant.
Web-exclusive project.
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by Linda Arline Hartung
From the mantilla-shaped clasp set with coordinating crystals to the flowing curves
of braided iridescent Italian glass seed beads, you’ll feel the rhythm of
flamenco as these dramatic elements swirl together into one passionate necklace.
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by Janet Francis
A versatile pendant that retains an understated sophistication no matter how complex
the design.
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by Katie Hacker
October/November 2009
Create a variety of dramatic, glittery focal points like those shown here using
a combination of striking beads, pendants and interchangeable stick bails. A subtly
sparkly, modified daisy chain strap works up in an evening and provides an all-purpose
background for all of the pendants you can dream up. This project is a companion
to Katie's Beading Secrets in the October/November 2009 issue of Beadwork.
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by Catherine Kenyon
December 2005/January 2006
Wireworking techniques help to achieve the look of knotted “floating”
beads.
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by Monica Lehn
June/July 2005
Fit for a princess, this delicate necklace is made from gorgeous Oregon sunstone.
Web-exclusive project.
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by Viki Lareau
December 2005/January 2006
Jazz up any lariat design by adding a tassel! These are expanded instructions
for the project featured on page 97.
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by Jennie Stephens
Stringing Fall 2005
Multiple strands of hot, bright Swarovski crystals create the heat for this stylish
piece! (Expanded instructions for the project on page 62.)
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by Catherine Kenyon
Stringing Fall 2005
This inventive four-in-one necklace can easily be adapated to fit any aesthetic
and style.
Web-exclusive project.
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October/November 2005
Seed beads and pearls in graduated colors are the perfect accompaniment to Christi
Friesen’s “RockStars”.
Web-exclusive
project.
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by Julie Walker
December 2006/January 2007
This shimmering necklace features amethyst crystal bicones and both silver-lined
and metallic seed beads.
Web-exclusive project.
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Style Savvy
June/July 2004
Combine assorted fibers and lampworked beads in summer pastels to make this almost-edible
treat!
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by Linda Hartung
December 2006/January 2007
Six small copper roses and a large focal copper rose nest on a bed of lacy leaves
accented with crystal. An elegant filigree clasp set with sixteen sparkling crystals
adds the finishing touch to the piece.
Web-exclusive
project.
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