When Kate McKinnon discovered geometric beadwork 10 years ago, she didn’t just want to follow the thread paths, she wanted to learn how and why they worked.…

I had no idea how easy it would be to get swept up in the wonderful whirlwind of herringbone stitch. It started with my involvement in coordinating…

Beadwork December 2018/January 2019 includes an expanded product section, just in time for holiday gift giving. Check out cool new beading products ranging from charms and beads…

As one of the most famous and influential artists in history, Pablo Picasso is truly a master. He co-founded the Cubist movement, and he pioneered many new…

I grew a monster pumpkin in my front yard garden this summer and didn’t quite plan on the joy and surprise it would bring. Not only did…

Exciting news: Beads, Baubles & Jewels is recording Season 2700 this October! More exciting news: Interweave is a sponsor and I’m thrilled to be representing the company…

Have you ever signed yourself up for something without really thinking about it? This recently happened to me when I offhandedly mentioned in a meeting that I…

The trees are beginning to show their fall colors here in Colorado, and Halloween is right around the corner. So of course it’s time to start thinking…

If you’ve been following along with Melinda Barta’s series of online workshops on peyote stitch, get ready – you’re about to spread your wings and fly! Melinda’s…

A few years ago, we asked a handful of contributing designers to Beadwork magazine to share advice on beading for beginners. The feedback from these ladies is…

Each year, Halstead Jewelry Supplies hosts The Halstead Grant competition. Grant founder and Halstead President Hilary Halstead Scott shares: “The competition began in 2006 as a way…

Carol Huber Cypher, a professional bead artist, recently came to Interweave to film a course series on her specialty: African polygon stitch and African helix stitch. She…

October is the American Humane Society’s official Adopt-a-Dog Month. We know that adopting a pet can boost your health and your mood. So if you’re in the…

I remember a Happy Days episode where the Evil Eye and a curse were cast upon Al, the sweet restaurant owner. It was a matter of dueling…

No matter the season or trends, there is always time for romance. And what better way to bring some romance into your day then through your accessories!…

No matter how early I start thinking about handmade holiday gifts, I always seem to run out of time. All through September and October, I consider making…

Beadweaving With Kelly Wiese Kelly Wiese’s bead weaving book Exotic Adornments is one of my favorites. The title captures the essence of the designs perfectly. The cover…

Are you having trouble threading your beading needle? Are your beads sliding off your thread? What is the best way to store your beaded jewelry? You are…

When first learning kumihimo wirework, you’ll notice right away that braiding with wire is different than other media you’ve used before. Wire is firmer and less forgiving…

I was lucky enough to attend Bead Fest for the first time a few weeks ago. And even better, I was able to take a class with…