Cool Stuff: The Latest Beading Supplies from Beadwork

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For each issue of Beadwork magazine, we comb through a host of new beading supplies and products to bring you the latest and greatest in the bead and jewelry-making world. Enjoy these February/March 2021 issue favorites.

A Cool Beading Kit

Caravan Beads celebrates the stars in our night sky with their Orion’s Belt Necklace Kit. Shown here in their Chapel colorway, each kit contains all the beading supplies you need to make this dainty and beautiful necklace at home. Three other colorways are available. Designed and handmade in Maine. Visit www.caravanbeads.com to get yours today.

Charms, Findings, and Focals

Carson’s Cove is a treasure trove filled with Old World style mixed with modern aesthetics. Here’s a small sampling of their unique findings, beads, and charms. Shop their beading supplies and browse their jewelry-design ideas at www.carsonscove.com.

I know, I know. It’s not Halloween anymore. I just couldn’t resist these cute Nightmare Before Christmas licensed beads from Jesse James Beads. If you’re a little spooky year-round, like me, I’m sure you won’t mind. See the eight different bead sets in this collection at www.jessejamesbeads.com.

These new enamel focals from Zola Elements are a beautiful combination of rustic and modern that are sure to catch your eye. Available in silver or gold finish in five enamel colors. Find these beading supplies and lots more from Zola Elements at Lima Beads, www.limabeads.com.

These hearts with rainbows from Woman Shops World are so cheerful and lovely. Life isn’t always rainbows and hearts, but you can send that vibe out into the world with these vintage-inspired double-sided charms. Made from enamel, they have a nice bit of weight to them and high-quality bling with a Swarovksi crystal. LOTS of colors to choose from at www.shopwomanshopsworld.com.

TierraCast’s recent additions are an assortment of wonderful parts to fill out previous collections. You’ll see some of your favorites here, such as the Mandala Button, Right Angel Wing (when previously there were only left ones), Buddha Pendant, Lotus Teardrop, Lotus Spacer, Heart Leaf, Pumpkin, and Stitch-in Connector. Ask for them at your favorite beading supplies retailer and visit www.tierracast.com (wholesale only) for more information.

Must-Have Beads

It was really hard to select which beads from lampwork glass beadmaker Stephanie Sersich’s veggie family to show you. I am completely geeking out about how adorable these are. LOOK AT THEM! Each of the 13 different veggies have their own individual personality. See them all at www.sssbeads.com.

These new electroplated hematite beads from Cherry Tree Beads are captivating. The multi-tonal polychromatic shimmer of these beads just draws me right in, and the tactile feel of the heavy and cool-to-the-touch hematite seals the deal. I’m in love. Get yours at www.cherrytreebeads.com.

These vinyl beads from Goody Beads are fun multicolored thin heishi beads that have great texture and are perfect for color-blocking designs. These beads were originally made from vulcanized rubber, but recent testing shows that many are made from other materials including upcycled vinyl records. Hooray for recycling! Peruse the collection at www.goodybeads.com.

Swarovski’s crystal baroque pearls are the ultimate in elegance. Shown here in Dark Grey 8 and 12mm rounds and Tahitian Look 12 and 16mm drops, these durable and beautiful pearls are available in a wide variety of colors and sizes. Look for them at your favorite bead retailer.

Handpicked Favorites from the Interweave Shop

Beadwork Favorites: Susan Sassoon Crystal Beading Pattern Collection

Sparkle and shine with our new pattern collection! Find five beading patterns from Susan Sassoon to create vibrant beaded jewelry. Each pattern uses crystal beading to make necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and a beautiful lariat. You’ll love how elegant, chic, and intriguing each pattern is! Make all five beaded patterns with this digital collection.

Fast & Fabulous Rough Gemstones Pattern Pack

Combine rough-cut stones with ribbon, leather, and chain to create stylish, versatile jewelry! This Fast & Fabulous Pattern Pack features nine projects using stringing and basic wire-wrapping techniques.

Meredith Steele
Technical Editor, Beadwork