Be Inspired by Color: Beaded Jewelry in Intriguing Palettes

Beadwork Inspired by Color is a new book, available in print and eBook editions, that’s packed with beaded jewelry projects in intriguing color palettes to spark your next beading project. We’ve assembled a curated collection of bead weaving patterns from the pages of Beadwork magazine and Interweave.com that includes fan favorites and editors’ picks. Use your favorite beading stitches and techniques to create 20 beautiful jewelry designs.

Seasonal Inspiration

The projects are presented by their corresponding season. There are projects for all skill levels, including many inspiring choices if you’re just getting started or looking for a low-key make.

Expand Your Skills

If you want to dive into a pattern that expands your skills, this book has projects for you. Many of these beaded jewelry projects combine a variety of stitches, including cubic right-angle weave, herringbone stitch, peyote stitch, and more.

Choosing Colors

Melinda Barta’s featured article in Beadwork Inspired by Color explores the concept of choosing color palettes for beaded jewelry. The article includes tips from beading pros, including Leslie Rogalski and Cindy Kinerson.

Leslie advises, “Learning and playing with color is a journey without a destination.” And Cindy confesses that she leans toward turquoise and orange as her go-to colors. She says, “I don’t think it matters at all if someone gravitates to the same colors, you should make what you love.”

As Coco Chanel famously said, “The best color in the whole world is the one that looks good on you.” We can’t wait to see your versions of the beaded jewelry projects in Beadwork Inspired by Color! Share your photos on Facebook, tag @interweavebeading on Instagram, or leave a comment below.

Related: Create Vibrant Colorways with Inspiration All Around You

Here’s wishing you many inspiring, colorful beading sessions!