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Free project: Fiesta seed bead bangle Inspired by last week’s fireworks? Turn that inspiration into jewelry by making this bracelet by Marcia Katz. This bangle really makes a statement in color and movement. With a few simple stitches and seed beads, you can watch this plain tubular herringbone bracelet evolve into a vibrant accessory that will complement your next festive summer outfit. |
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Youngquists’s Quest Prolific bead artist Betsy Youngquist is enthralled with folklore. Her creative pursuits are centered on exploring those connections between humans, animals, and mythology, most famously with her mosaic beaded characters. Youngquist works with sculptor R. Scott Long; read on to see a small collection of Youngquist and Long’s vast body of work. |
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Have you entered the July Design Challenge? The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, the crickets are singing, and the butterflies are flitting here and there. Hummingbirds are zooming around in search of nectar, and ladybugs are taking a nap in the warm summer sun. We want to see your favorite avian or insect-inspired designs, and the more brightly-colored, the better! Hammer, stitch, sculpt or string a charming critter! |
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We are so delighted to (finally!) announce the winners of our Spring Facet Design Challenges! For April, we were looking for inspiration from the garden in our contest, FLORAL & FANCY. In May, we asked (and received!) a bit of sparkle in CREATE WITH CRYSTALS. We’re happy to share the Reader’s Choice Award winners of each, Carol Sturges of Brookfield, Wisconsin, and Ruxandra Puscas of Romania, and the other six pieces chosen as winners by our staff. Check out the photos → |
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Some of these jewelry designs use materials straight from the ocean: shells, coral, sea glass, pearls. Others are inspired by seaside colors: aqua blues, sandy browns, foamy whites. As you browse these jewelry designs, watch for the occasional starfish and seahorse, too. You’ll want to break out your flip-flops along with your bead stash. Down By the Seaside → |
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We're asking all readers, both subscribers and those who buy from the newsstand, to take our survey and give us your opinion about the magazine. Is there a project that you absolutely love and just have to make, or is there one that is just so-so? We would love to hear from you. We want to know how we rate with our readers. Give us your opinion → |
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Free Project: Pearls in a pod earrings This earring design started as a twisted Ndebele herringbone rope. Designer Jennifer Schwartzenberger wasn’t satisfied with the results, so she took it apart and discovered a peapod had been hiding in there all along. The variety of freshwater or glass pearls available will tempt you to create your own look. |
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Join us in California for Creative Connections This inspiring jewelry-making retreat is brought to you by the team behind the Bead&Button Show. Six wonderful instructors will each teach an immersive, technique-driven, three-day jewelry-making class, sure to take your skills to the next level. Beaders like Cindy Kinerson and Sherry Serafini are among the instructors. It’s all taking place at the Granlibakken Tahoe Resort in the stunning mountain town of Tahoe City, California. |
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Free Project: Refreshing combinations earrings As we prepare to enter the dog days of Summer, let's make some refreshing lime and coconut cocktails -- in earring form! Reading this in cooler climates? No problem: a few simple wrapped loops, and you're relaxing on a sunny beach. |
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