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9 | (4) |
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13 | (7) |
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22 | (2) |
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Get in touch with your inner wild child with Bead studs |
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24 | (3) |
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Make waves with this flat Cellini necklace using everything from 11 seed beads to 6s! |
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27 | (3) |
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Hear the call of the wild as you stitch these gorgeous bracelets representing two favorite animal prints --- zebra and peacock |
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Cute as a button bracelet |
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30 | (3) |
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Dress up this simple peyote stitch band with sparkling crystal buttons |
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33 | (3) |
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The beads surrounding this pendant have a different arrangement on each side, so the piece looks great no matter which side is facing out |
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36 | (2) |
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These little rings are great for using cylinder beads you already have in your stash and experimenting with different color combinations |
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38 | (3) |
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Discover why herringbone stitch is always in style as you join two ropes embellished with seed beads, crystals, and pearls |
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Herringbone bezel pendant |
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41 | (1) |
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Stitch this quick frame for a favorite focal bead or cabochon using an easy flat herringbone technique |
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Totally tubular triangle beads |
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42 | (2) |
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Make a textural tube bracelet or necklace with two-hole triangle beads |
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44 | (3) |
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Work up a unique bracelet that's fun to wear using two colors of daggers and seed beads |
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47 | (1) |
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Use peanut beads, crystals, and seed beads to make a bracelet that's as comfortable as your favorite pair of old blue jeans |
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48 | (3) |
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Tiny buttons add just the right amount of sparkle to a simple base |
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51 | (3) |
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Pay homage to two favulous creatures with animal-print bracelets that won't harm a hair on their heads! |
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54 | (3) |
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Connect beaded beads made with two-hole lentils, Super Duos, and magatamas to highlight the Bead & Button 20th anniversary bead (or any art bead you like) |
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57 | (1) |
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Stack two-hole piggy beads one behind the other for a sophisticated accessory |
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58 | (4) |
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You won't be able to resist this necklace of seed beads, drops, and crystals sewn among SuperDuos |
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62 | (3) |
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Make a single-strand or double-decker bracelet using classic pearls, seed beads, and bicones |
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65 | (3) |
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Create an elegant necklace of scallops using crystal pearls in a variety of sizes. Add crystal teardrops for movement |
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68 | (2) |
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Crown these unique Swarovski components with an equally unique array of beads, including metallic "squaredelles" |
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70 | (2) |
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Two-hole beads make this bracelet easy to stitch up while bicone crystals add a hint of sparkle |
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72 | (2) |
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These elegant earrings look like fine jewelry yet are quick to stitch up and are easier on the wallet than real diamonds or gemstones |
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74 | (2) |
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Stitch an easy bracelet and earrings reminiscent of a flamenco dancer's dress using linked rings of Pellet beads and contrasting seed beads |
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Shimmering snowflake earrings |
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76 | (3) |
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Sparkling crystals and Swarovski cosmic rings light the way in these daring, dangling earrings |
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79 | (1) |
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Weave Rulla beads around and between pearls for a stylish, fun accessory |
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80 | (2) |
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Celebrate in style with the B & B 10th anniversary focal (or other art bead) and all your favorite beads |
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82 | (3) |
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Nestle crystal cubes in swags of metal beads for an elegant necklace and earrings |
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Bead embroidered stamped leather cuff |
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85 | (3) |
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When you think of creating stamped leather, you probably don't think of rubber stamps and bead embroidery! |
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88 | (3) |
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If you've always wanted to try bead embroidery, test the waters by using easy stop stitches to attach sequins in a rainbow of colors |
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91 | (3) |
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Highlight the warm Tuscan colors of an art bead in a bead-embroidered cuff |
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94 | (4) |
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Layer soutache "lollipops" to create a beautiful pendant that will make you proud as a peacock! |
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Serpentine soutache bracelet |
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Create ribbons of soutache braid that meander through clusters of SuperDuos and flow around a cabochon |
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Sweet soutache neck straps |
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Add soutache beaded chains to your skill set, and finish any soutache piece in style |
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106 | (3) |
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Inspired by the traditional Mexican shawl, this loomwork bracelet is both bold and beautiful |
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Bead crochet Sonoko's way |
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109 | (3) |
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Sonoko Nozue is one of the most well-known international headers with a following of dedicated students and admirers that circles the globe |
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114 | (2) |
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Stitch up cute little beaded beads using Rizos and pearls, and then string them together for a floral look that's great for summer |
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Colorful blossoms bracelet |
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116 | (4) |
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Top a flat floral bracelet with a trio of dimensional bezels |
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120 | (3) |
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Stitch a textural, organic rope with floral finials and a smooth slide |
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123 | (5) |
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Make a statement with this organic and classic cuff |
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128 | (4) |
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This design was inspired by Coptic crosses. The Coptic cross is a widely used symbol in the Coptic, Ethiopian, and Eretrian churches |
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132 | (2) |
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Edge a simple peyote stitch band with cup chain and seed beads for a little bracelet that really rocks |
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134 | (2) |
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Learn to create a set of striped beaded beads in three graduated sizes to take advantage of inexpensive wooden bead sets sold in craft stores |
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136 | (3) |
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Wrap your finger with an everlasting flower blossom |
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139 | (3) |
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Make a coordinating set of bangles to stack or wear alone |
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142 | (2) |
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Use leftover beads to bring a channeled metal pendant into full blossom |
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144 | (2) |
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Work up a spiraling bangle in tubular brick stitch, and finish with a decorative embroidered centerpiece or fancy clasp |
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146 | (3) |
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Cover plain wooden beads with beautiful patterns in right-angle weave and peyote stitch to create miniature works of art |
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149 | (3) |
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Stitch a base of SuperDuos to support a uniquely shaped necklace of seed beads, crystals, and pearls |
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152 | (3) |
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Crystal rivolis shine when surrounded by SuperDuos and bicones in these earrings and coordinating pendant |
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155 | (5) |
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A raised peyote embellishment adds another dimension to cubic right-angle weave |
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Stacked St. Petersburg bracelet |
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Inspired by the beauty of St. Petersburg chain, this bracelet features strips of beadwork you can join two different ways |
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Ribbons of pearls ornament |
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Beaded ornaments make great gifts just in time for the holiday season |
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166 | (4) |
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Petal beads take a bracelet from earthy to elegant |
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170 | (3) |
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Stitch cubic right-angle weave tubes to string between two-hole bead studs for an easy-to-wear bracelet |
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173 | (3) |
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Stitch an elegant pearl necklace with a beaded bow to create a timeless accessory |
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176 | (3) |
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Stitch a procession of beaded beads outfitted in metallics and jewel tones |
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179 | (3) |
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Use three antiqued colors of SuperDuos to create a spiraling bangle and matching necklace and earrings with a vintage vibe |
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182 | (2) |
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Embellish a flexible knit-wire band with a cube bead edging and overlapping loops of round beads and seed beads |
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184 | (4) |
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Surround oval crystals with metallic triangle beads for a glamorous look without a hefty price tag |
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Fresh as a daisy necklace |
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188 | (6) |
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Stitch a stunning focal piece to feature on a kumihimo necklace studded with floral accents |
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194 | (4) |
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Create a necklace or bracelet of cascading blossoms using Flowercup beads and seed beads in a kumihimo braid |
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198 | (4) |
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Surround an art bead with crystals, and accent it with a trio of bezeled pearls and a delicate beaded chain |
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202 | (4) |
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It's a ring! It's a pendant! It's interchangeable! |
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206 | (4) |
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Use bead-embroidery techniques to turn shibori silk ribbon into a necklace of roses encrusted with all your favorite beads. Add earrings (or a pin!) to match |
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In the Victorian era, lockets, watches, and coin purses were displayed on long chains. Recreate this vintage look with an art bead |
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Organic twist bracelet and necklace |
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213 | (5) |
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Stitch a garland of leaves and flowers for your wrist using Czech striped seed beads. A matching necklace completes the set |
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218 | (4) |
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Add bits of beadwork to metal components for a lively, linked bracelet |
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222 | (4) |
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Dress up any outfit with this made-for-the-holidays necklace featuring a stunning crystal focal |
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226 | (6) |
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Suspend a bezeled cabochon from pearly swags for a demure and elegant necklace |
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232 | (20) |
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234 | (2) |
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Sink your teeth into wirework with this juicy accessory seeded with a handful of beads |
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236 | (3) |
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Create an elegant look with a technique inspired by a favorite children's toy --- the Spirograph! |
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239 | (1) |
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Use MultiStrand connectors to make a necklace that converts from one, two, three, or four strands with ease! |
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Charmed by the sea necklace |
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240 | (2) |
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Combine a pastel palette of crystals and pearls with chain and charms for the perfect summer accessory |
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242 | (2) |
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Knot your way to a casual, adjustable accessory |
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Knot your average pearl necklace |
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244 | (2) |
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Use two styles of knots to accent large-hole pearls strung on leather cord |
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246 | (3) |
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Learn this designer's new Lorelei chain mail weave to make a two-tone, bead-studded bracelet |
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249 | (3) |
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The leather and chain craze has taken over! This adorable bracelet gets you started with leather and chain |
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| Contributors |
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