tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60179888362150745402024-03-13T11:56:53.179-07:00Beading Blog - Beads , Jewelry and ProjectsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger55125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-20629167628455810332010-03-20T15:47:00.000-07:002010-03-20T15:52:11.765-07:00Blooming Cuff with a Garden of Lucite Components<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://beadingdaily.com/media/p/67740.aspx"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 284px; height: 375px;" src="http://beadingdaily.com/cfs-filesystemfile.ashx/__key/CommunityServer.Components.ImageFileViewer/Interweave.CommunityServer.PostThumbnails.00.00.06.77.40/Day_2D00_In_2D00_The_2D00_Sun.jpg_2D00_500x375.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a>Create this blooming cuff with a garden of Lucite components. It’s an easy backstitchembroidery project that turns into a wonderful three-dimensional work of art.<br /><br />Download at<a href="http://beadingdaily.com/media/p/67740.aspx"> BeadingDaily.com</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-74774337747501770922009-09-29T11:12:00.000-07:002009-09-29T17:39:20.472-07:00Wirework 2010<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/SsJORbhSp7I/AAAAAAAAAwI/QDwi5RfkvSI/s1600-h/wirework.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 217px; height: 268px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/SsJORbhSp7I/AAAAAAAAAwI/QDwi5RfkvSI/s400/wirework.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386954165640669106" border="0" /></a><br /><strong>Back by popular demand</strong>, the all-new Wirework 2010 is a must-have for wireworkers of all skill levels who want to learn new techniques, make great pieces, and get tips on how to do it better, faster, and easier. Beautiful photography of each finished piece accompanies a series of step-by-step images and instructions illustrating how every project was made.<br /><br />Wirework 2010 projects include wrapping, bending, twisting, and linking wire and jump rings to create finished necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and more. Check out the project lists, watch a sneak preview video, or read the journal to follow the progress.<br /><br />Learn more at<a href="http://www.wireworkmag.com"> wireworkmag.com</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-91571356811601961462009-08-18T12:25:00.001-07:002009-08-18T12:26:20.857-07:00Jewelry Classes on Demand<div id="iampPlayerContainer2304" class="iaPlayer iaOuter" style="width: 300px; height: 250px;"><br /></div><br /><script src="http://embed.iamplify.com/static/js/swfobject.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><script src="http://embed.iamplify.com/samples/1866194a-820c-11de-ac4e-00188b42d77d.ijs?aid=070a7eb4&bid=7624684d&cid=1&did=iampPlayerContainer2304&s=wlarge&base_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.iamplify.com%2Fstore" type="text/javascript"></script>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-24929887724666041052009-01-25T12:00:00.000-08:002009-08-18T18:13:58.466-07:00Bead Fest Video Workshops - Pod Ring ProjectBead Fest is now offering video workshops filmed at their beading shows.<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/H2hrihzJYxA&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/H2hrihzJYxA&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />Have a private one-on-one jewelry making lesson taught by a pro right in your own home. Filmed at Bead Fest in August 2008, these workshops bring the classroom right into your own home. These informative and educational videos will take you from concept to the finished piece in under 1 hour. Find out more about this innovative way to <a href="http://www.interweave.com/bead/dvds/Bead-Fest-Workshops/Pod-Ring/">learn new jewelry making skills.</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-45571696779986567182009-01-05T18:30:00.000-08:002009-01-05T18:34:50.694-08:00Bead Star Publication from Interweave<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.beadingdaily.com/beadstar"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 180px; height: 236px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/SWLDNTwmeSI/AAAAAAAAAhA/cvlVkeO9lkU/s400/Bead-Star-Cover.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5288003545896220962" /></a><br />Bead Star 2008, the first-ever beading publication comprised entirely of prize-winning projects designed by reader/contestants.<br /><br />The Bead Star contest kicked off in April 2008 on BeadingDaily.com with a call for designs made with simple stringing, crimping, and wirworking techniques.<br /><br />The results<br />More than 1,000 entries.<br />180 finalists<br />The winning 45 projects were made with easy to find materials that are contemporary, timeless, fun, fancy, simple, elegant, charming, playful, and more! <br />Check out the great submissions and winners at the <a href="http://www.beadingdaily.com/beadstar/">Bead Star site</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-53797368240544199402008-12-08T12:36:00.000-08:002010-03-21T15:16:46.806-07:00Holiday Earrings - Free Christmas Tree Project<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.beadandbutton.com/bnb/default.aspx?c=a&id=3501"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 198px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/ST2GCtA91YI/AAAAAAAAAf8/gMqJZK6f-BI/s400/earrings.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277521719349597570" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Grand Victoria Christmas trees</span><br />Warm up with a pair of holiday earrings that hearkens back to the good ol' days<br />By Molly Merrow<br />A stack of margarita crystals lends itself perfectly to the shape of a pine tree. Dress it up with a tree stand (pewter bead cap), some garland (Bali silver spacers), and a candle on top (red and yellow seed beads) for a perfect little Christmas tree that looks as good as a vintage greeting card. For trees that look like they have snow on their boughs, use crystals with AB finish. <br /><a href="http://www.beadandbutton.com/bnb/default.aspx?c=a&id=3501">Enjoy this free project from Bead&Button.com</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-60024652151272407142008-11-24T12:24:00.000-08:002008-11-24T12:28:23.280-08:0050% Off Beading & Jewelry Projects<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?yhst-66187511980114+3CLwHf+beading-pdf.html"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 343px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/SSsNjH8zHZI/AAAAAAAAAf0/Z3CW04zA028/s400/pdfsale.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5272322685847936402" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">50% Off Beading & Jewelry Projects (downloadable projects)</span><br /><br />Hundreds of beautiful beading projects are available to download instantly to your computer! Each unique beading project comes from the pages of Bead&Button or BeadStyle magazine, and includes detailed step-by-step instructions, photos, materials list, and all the information you will need to complete the project. Don't wait to build your collection of great beading projects! <br /><a href="http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?yhst-66187511980114+3CLwHf+beading-pdf.html">Visit the project sale now! </a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-16966504181739710412008-10-25T11:05:00.000-07:002009-08-18T17:37:36.535-07:00Bead & Button celebrates 15 th Anniversary<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.beadandbutton.com/15"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 272px; height: 340px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/SQNgHOuOULI/AAAAAAAAAe0/JSwLd_1Hb10/s400/15_cover.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261154467026194610" /></a><br />Bead&Button is celebrating 15 years in print! They published their 88th issue of the magazine in December 2008. This is a beautiful collector's edition that has a wonderful amount of special content for all bead lovers. Make sure you stop by their special section on <a href="http://www.beadandbutton.com/15">BeadandButon.com</a> and help them celebrate 15 years!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-19577560994713296042008-10-25T10:54:00.000-07:002008-10-25T10:59:49.036-07:00Bead Unique Winter Issue 2009<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.beaduniquemag.com/issues/current.shtml"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 250px; height: 331px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/SQNdh6ailcI/AAAAAAAAAes/U5PYPcff-TI/s400/Bead-Unique.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261151626896512450" /></a><br />This issue is very much about bringing creative beading to every part of your holiday season. Play with wire! Use flexible beading wire to weave a necklace, designed by Fran Morris Mandel, that's perfect for your next holiday party. Get creative with metal clay! Learn how to use a mold to design a decorative toggle clasp by Kelly Russell or let Tamara Honaman show you how to use a simple stamp to create your own metal clay charms. Decorate your home! Lucite flowers from The Hole Bead Shoppe adorn a glass ornament, while soldered ornaments by Lisa Bluhm add some heart to your holiday tree. <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Projects</span><br /><br />Celtic Knots<br />By Renee Phillips<br /><br />Winter Spice<br />By Carter Seibels<br /><br />Perfectly Imperfect Pearls<br />By Paulette Biedenbender<br /><br />Twisted Crystals<br />By Laura Timmons<br /><br />Cool Cubes<br />By Marlynn McNutt<br /><br />Hot Chili Bracelet<br />By Kathryn Bowman<br /><br />Winter Frost<br />By Fran Morris Mandel<br /><br />Calla Lily Lariat<br />By Shelby and Naomi Key<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Check out more from the issue at <a href="http://www.beaduniquemag.com/issues/current.shtml">Bead Unique</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-38243141167615425562008-10-20T11:34:00.000-07:002010-03-21T15:10:13.336-07:00Gradient Shell Button Necklace<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/SPzPalVK2QI/AAAAAAAAAek/D2ZO-Mck0ZE/s1600-h/buttonday.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/SPzPalVK2QI/AAAAAAAAAek/D2ZO-Mck0ZE/s400/buttonday.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5259306520466348290" border="0" /></a><br />Here is a nice little project in honor of Button Day on October 21.<br />Happy Button Day! See it at <a href="http://craftlog.org/craftlog/archives/002337.html">Craftlog </a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-537715899027546152008-09-28T11:32:00.000-07:002010-03-22T17:19:03.921-07:00Halloween Spider - Beaded Project<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.artsncrafts-ideas.com/halloween-craft.php"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/SMMVBqbvXcI/AAAAAAAAAZE/5c5xXTlWKKA/s400/Spider-Halloween.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5243057509504081346" border="0" /></a><br />Halloween is soon approaching. Here is a great and creepy beaded spider in a fun tangled web. Check out the <a href="http://www.artsncrafts-ideas.com/halloween-craft.php">step-by-step instructions</a> for this project for all ages.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-51878004673763687432008-09-25T11:40:00.000-07:002009-08-18T18:12:53.308-07:00Fun Halloween Skull Necklace Bracelet - at Etsy<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_gallery_1&listing_id=15889647"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 341px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/SQNofYWotMI/AAAAAAAAAe8/BDLvhvsPlmY/s400/Halloween-Bracelet.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261163678021498050" /></a><br />A very spooky beaded jewelry item that is fun for this time of year. Created by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_gallery_1&listing_id=15889647">Vicki Wolf</a> at Wearwolves.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-49067991246928447802008-02-25T12:40:00.000-08:002009-08-18T17:39:20.798-07:00Seed Bead Stitching: Creative Variations on Traditional Techniques<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/R8MoJKK9WHI/AAAAAAAAAUs/P4V8dyfGOFg/s1600-h/seed-bead-stitching.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/R8MoJKK9WHI/AAAAAAAAAUs/P4V8dyfGOFg/s400/seed-bead-stitching.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5171020934965713010" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Seed beaders can watch their creativity grow</span><br />Seed Bead Stitching: Creative Variations on Traditional Techniques teaches beaders how to create fun, stylish jewelry with seed beads.<br /><br />Seed Bead Stitching Seed Bead Stitching<br />Waukesha, WI -- Seed beaders will discover new techniques and unique adaptations of classic stitches with Seed Bead Stitching: Creative Variations on Traditional Techniques from Bead&Button magazine. Author Beth Stone offers beaders step-by-step instructions and imaginative alternatives to guide them through the jewelry-making process.<br /><br />Seed Bead Stitching: Creative Variations on Traditional Techniques is a must-have for beaders looking to challenge their imaginations. They'll explore the possibilities of their jewelry pieces by using the peyote stitch, brick stitch, right-angle weave, spiral rope, St. Petersburg chain, and more.<br /><br />Seed Bead Stitching: Creative Variations on Traditional Techniques provides beaders with stunning necklace, earring, bracelet, and ring projects with different styles and fantastic versatility.<br /><br />Browse the Bead and Button catalog for their complete line of <a href="http://www.BeadAndCraftBooks.com ">craft and beading books.<br /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-73224213712832823192008-01-15T11:25:00.000-08:002009-08-18T18:14:08.636-07:002008 Bead & Button Show - Registration is now open!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/R40JVhM5psI/AAAAAAAAAT4/_GfUL74A8Ck/s1600-h/beadshow.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/R40JVhM5psI/AAAAAAAAAT4/_GfUL74A8Ck/s400/beadshow.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155787413703468738" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Do you love fashion and jewelry? Do you have a passion for beautiful accessories? Then we'll see you at the <a href="http://www.beadandbuttonshow.com">Bead&Button Show</a>, coming to Milwaukee's Midwest Airlines Center June 8 through the 10th.</span><br /><br />The Bead&Button Show is the largest jewelry and bead show in the nation! Over 360 vendors will be selling one-of-a-kind finished jewelry plus precious gems, pearls, art beads, gold and silver, beading supplies and books. The show will also feature a juried exhibit of inspiring bead art and over 400 bead and jewelry classes. You don't want to miss this very special event!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.beadandbuttonshow.com">The Bead&Button Show</a>, presented by Bead&Button magazine.<br />Admission is $9.00; children under 12 free.<br />Hours<br /><br />Friday 10:00 am–8:00 pm<br />Saturday 10:00 am–6:00 pm<br />Sunday 10:00 am–4:00 pmUnknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-20150642172364438542008-01-15T08:14:00.000-08:002010-03-21T15:17:28.638-07:00Free Project from 365 Earrings<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/R4zc9hM5pqI/AAAAAAAAATo/u073ulHHONg/s1600-h/365-earrings.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/R4zc9hM5pqI/AAAAAAAAATo/u073ulHHONg/s400/365-earrings.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155738622874986146" /></a><br />With a different earring design for every day of the year, <a href="https://secure.kalmbach.com/offer/Default.aspx?c=IG7AUU5">365 Earrings</a>, includes step-by-step photos and clear instructions, how-tos for the key basic techniques, and tips on making your own earring wires.<br /><br />Even the most inexperienced beaders can whip up the perfect earrings for holidays and special occasions, or create a week's worth of style with clever variations on a single design.<br /><br />Here is a <a href="http://www.beadstylemag.com/bds/Objects/PDF/365_earrings_refreshing_combo.pdf">FREE project from 365 Earrings</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-34893448214807714532007-11-28T13:46:00.000-08:002009-08-18T17:40:22.874-07:00Bead&Button, Art Jewelry, BeadStyle Project Sale!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.beadandcraftbooks.com/beading-pdf.html"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/R03jXeY4ArI/AAAAAAAAASQ/-vCogkomCbg/s400/bead-sale.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5138012742333498034" /></a><br />For a limited time, the entire library of online projects from BeadStyle, Bead&Button, and Art Jewelry are half-off! Every project is now on sale for only $1.95 and will download instantly to your computer, complete with step-by-step instructions to make that perfect necklace, earrings or brooch. With more than 1,400 projects to choose from, you are sure to find gifts for every one on your list (yourself included!) Start making stylish gifts for less today.<br />Worth a look for some fun <a href="http://www.beadandcraftbooks.com/beading-pdf.html">beading projects</a> at a great Sale price!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-89267077851224282462007-10-15T14:15:00.000-07:002009-08-18T17:56:36.255-07:00Halloween Beads for Scary Crafts<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.earthenwoodstudio.com/html/spookyhead.html"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/RxPZFS8w0fI/AAAAAAAAARY/5WU87P1Ml84/s400/halloween-beads.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5121675886259655154" /></a><br />It's time to create some <a href="http://www.earthenwoodstudio.com/html/spookyhead.html">spooky jewelry</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-47260830042995714042007-09-14T11:04:00.000-07:002009-08-18T18:14:19.135-07:002008 Beading Show Expo Events from Interweave<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/RurN4_0jbEI/AAAAAAAAAOQ/x-EhIml7bmQ/s1600-h/beadfestexpo.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/RurN4_0jbEI/AAAAAAAAAOQ/x-EhIml7bmQ/s400/beadfestexpo.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5110123106293476418" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />2008 Schedule Interweave Press</span><br /><br />•Bead Expo – March 27-30 in Portland, OR<br /><br />•Bead and Wire Jewelry Fest – April 4-6 in King of Prussia, PA<br /><br />•Bead Fest Miami – April 11-13<br /><br />•Bead Expo – May 2-4 in Phoenix, AZ<br /><br />•Bead Fest Philadelphia – August 21-24 Classes, August 22-24 ExpoUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-37451836905135785162007-07-23T08:07:00.000-07:002009-08-18T18:00:13.562-07:00New Bead and Button, Bead Style and Art Jewelry Web sites<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.beadandbutton.com"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/RqTGv_t_22I/AAAAAAAAAM8/4CV8_6HWyK0/s400/BeadandButton-new-site.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5090412006696016738" /></a><br />Kalmbach Publishing has stepped up their online jewelry presence by re-designing three of their magazine web properties. <a href="http://www.beadandbutton.com/bnb/Default.aspx">Bead and Button</a>, <a href="http://www.beadstylemag.com/bds/">Bead Style</a> and <a href="http://www.artjewelrymag.com/art/">Art Jewelry</a> have been relaunched with how-to videos, photo galleries and more community features. Check out the new online place for beading, jewelry and more.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-69954996796018808882007-07-03T09:22:00.000-07:002009-08-18T17:45:06.214-07:00Project - Step by Step Beads - Summer Rings Anklet<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.stepbystepbeads.com/stepbystep/summerrings.cfm"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/Rop3DwN9eyI/AAAAAAAAAM0/N9xluwiACqk/s400/summerring1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5083006035807796002" /></a><br />Beginner-to-Intermediate project: The overlapping bead rings of this anklet can be used in just about any type of jewelry, such as earrings, necklaces, and bracelets.<br /><a href="http://www.stepbystepbeads.com/stepbystep/summerrings.cfm">Anklet Project</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-60666234208835366542007-06-28T12:46:00.000-07:002007-06-28T12:52:45.667-07:00Bead Boutique - Bead store owner Interview<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/RoQRMAN9ewI/AAAAAAAAAMg/XWS_BRpLElo/s1600-h/beadboutique.com.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/RoQRMAN9ewI/AAAAAAAAAMg/XWS_BRpLElo/s400/beadboutique.com.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5081205177495419650" /></a><br />Thinking of opening your own bead store? This <a href="http://hub.lsj.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070620/NOISE13/706200307/1104/HUB">interview from lsj.com</a> has the inside scoop on how with a little luck and determination a person can make a dream come true.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-59380555479732320302007-05-24T07:48:00.000-07:002009-08-18T18:04:03.818-07:00COOL JEWELS: Beading Projects for Teens<a href="http://www.beadstylemag.com/bds/default.aspx?c=a&id=944"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/RlWmbH30JCI/AAAAAAAAAMI/L14sijOW7WE/s400/kalmbachcatalog_1951_4289930%5B1%5D" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5068139940575192098" /></a><br />If you know a teen who needs something creative and engaging to do this summer, get her Cool Jewels: Beading Projects for Teens, the new book from BeadStyle magazine. With clear step-by-step instructions and full-color photos, Naomi Fujimoto, senior editor of BeadStyle magazine, walks the reader through 40 easy jewelry projects. Filled with techniques, tips, and tricks, Cool Jewels shows how to transform beads into necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and more - with just a few supplies and a few minutes. Learn more about this fun new book at <a href="http://www.beadstylemag.com/bds/default.aspx?c=a&id=944">BeadStyleMag.com</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-58852218760676422222007-04-29T06:56:00.000-07:002007-04-29T07:02:32.771-07:00Bead Fest Miami<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/RjSkfFueNxI/AAAAAAAAALo/w4VymY0PM4A/s1600-h/MIA.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/RjSkfFueNxI/AAAAAAAAALo/w4VymY0PM4A/s400/MIA.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5058849135463905042" /></a><br /><br />If you are in the Florida region next week, you may want to check out this event. <a href="http://www.beadfest.com">Bead Fest Miami </a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-90703491028513642772007-04-11T12:52:00.000-07:002009-08-18T17:45:21.887-07:00Beadwork Magazine Challenge Project, Apr/May 2007<a href="http://www.beadingdaily.com/projects/Spiral_of_Kronos.pdf"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/Rh09Cr4_slI/AAAAAAAAALY/4HhifC-_JPo/s400/SpirialBeads.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5052261473330377298" /></a><br />Cindy Gimbrone calls her lampwork spirals <a href="http://www.beadingdaily.com/projects/Spiral_of_Kronos.pdf">“The Spiral of Kronos.” </a>The glass spiral evokes our own journeys through time, fragile, yet strong, both sweet and strange. Silver wire is used to wrap the spiral itself with crystal fruits, and hung the bead from three slender ribbons wrapped with moons, more crystals, and silver spirals. Just as a single step can become a journey, a single bead can grow into a piece rich with meaning.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017988836215074540.post-9518060532063989722007-04-05T14:52:00.000-07:002009-08-18T18:00:22.554-07:00Step By Step Beads Presents New Look and Logo<a href="http://www.stepbystepbeads.com/sbsbeads/"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_GFPlcXIuBpY/RhVtWM_-jKI/AAAAAAAAALM/mWy2LzYVxv4/s400/step-bt-step-beads.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5050062785379994786" /></a><br />Make sure to check out the new look of <a href="http://www.stepbystepbeads.com/sbsbeads/">Step By Step Beads </a>from Interweave Press. The May/June issue has a new vibe and feel. The issue’s projects also showcase designs in peyote, brick stitch, marbleized polymer, and delightful lampwork.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1