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6 BEADSTASH 14 SILKY PASSION BRACELET
Quick to make bracelet that you can fall
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Welcome
I can happily say that sum- ‘Lavore’ bracelet I fall a little more in love designer interview is with the lovely Isa-
mer is in full swing now. with it. She’s used the most beautiful tur- bella Lam and she tells us all about her life
Those hot days and even quoise splash effect Kite beads and paired and her stunning beadwork. We chat with
hotter nights require the them with bronze and silver - delightful. Lynn from Stitchncraft about their lovely
most beautiful of jewellery Rebecca Webster’s Celini Spiral is a perfect bead shop, plus the classes and events they
and I think you’ll agree with piece for everyday wear. Have a look at my have on and don’t forget to check out our
me when I say our designers ‘Snake Charmer’ bracelet and matching interview with Cath Thomas about Interna-
have brought their ‘A’ game to this issue. I earrings, that will take your outfit from a tional Beading Week. A fun-filled week for
asked our lovely guys and gals to show us day at the office to a night on the tiles. Also, all!
what their interpretation of carnival jewel- if you’re loving all the Gemduo beads hitting This issue is also jam-packed with our
lery is, and from show-stopping to bright the shops at the moment, check out Jenny regular features. ‘Make it Today, Wear it To-
summer colours to feathers and tassels, Argyle’s fabulous necklace. So versatile you morrow’ is a gothic inspired necklace that
their pieces rock! We’ve got necklace, could even make a multi-strand bracelet wouldn’t be out of place at the ‘Day of the
bracelet and earrings projects aplenty and from the design. Dead’ Carnival. Make a triple strand tassel
even a feather headpiece! I’m confident Tracey Spurgin’s PMC project this issue necklace with ‘Hot on the High Street’. Go
you’ll find a lot of inspiration from all we will have you head over heels. Stunning ‘Colour Crazy’ using neon colours, and in
have on offer in this issue. patina mandala components make up ‘We’re talking about’ we look at Honeycomb
her fab necklace. Oonagh Gibson’s pretty beads. You can also catch up on all the lat-
Carnival wirework earrings with added tassels are est must-have products to hit our stores in
Let’s start off the line up with our bang on trend and Poppy Byford’s feather ‘beadStash’. I hope that you enjoy this issue
cover necklace from Isabella Lam. Using hairpiece would not look out of place in Rio. and that we’ve inspired you.

Vicky x
honeycomb beads and a super sparkly
Swarovski oval stone, this will be sure to Regulars
get you noticed on those fun nights out. Put your feet and have a read through
Erika Sandor has brought us yet another our fab articles. See ‘Where it all Began’
Vicky Roberts, Editor
stunning design. Every time I look at her for a look at how I first started beading. Our email: [email protected]

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bead stash
THE TRENDS, THE INNOVATIONS AND THE MUST TRY BUYS

VEIT!
WELO

New additions
Have you seen our latest Czech beads?
They include the new Carrier beads, Pego
Hubble Bubble beads and Stormduo beads. Beads, tools
& tutorials available at www.etsy.com/uk/
Say hello to our cute, friendly and shop/beadflaircreations.
fun “Wilhamena Witch”. Add a bit of
magic to your beading with this fun to
do project. The full project is priced
at £22.50 (instructions and compo-
nents). The Instructions on their own
can be bought separately, as can the Indian
Kit Component Pack and wooden
mould at the heart of the figure.
summer
www.oaktreecrafts.com Add a personal touch to your next jewel-
lery and beading project with handmade
Indian glass beads. Each bead is unique,
with vibrant colours and effects ideal for
statement designs. Beads vary in shape,
size, and colour. Prices start at £0.50.
Visit www.beadsjar.co.uk for the full
range.
Super sparky
Swarovski
Ring that bell 8mm Swarovski Chatons are now
available at Jencel. Sparkling and
These fun metal bells measure 6mm and faceted, we have a range of 31 col-
come in silver and gold colour and best of all ours to choose from. Use them with
mixed carnival colours (red, yellow, pink, blue Swarovski Rivolis to create a graduat-
and green) and they jingle (but not too loudly)! ing necklace, or without for a more
You can attach the bells to your jewellery through a delicate piece of jewellery. Chatons
small loop at the top of each bell. The loop will take are available in a pack of six, starting
a jump ring, thread or wire measuring up to 1.0mm. from just £1.75 per pack.
They cost £1.00 for 100 or £4.25 for 500. www.jencel.co.uk Tel 0114 2509565
www.beadsisters.co.uk

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N EE
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eads
Delicious treats
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Size 6/0 Demi Round™ X

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These fab not one, but two new earring Starman the new size 6/0 Demi Round™ is 4mm across and is 1.9mm thick. It is a
kits from Spellbound Beads will have you a thinner version of the traditional round perfect companion to the popular size 11/0
licking your lips with glee. Rocket Lollies seed bead with the same hole size and and size 8/0 Demi Rounds. Its large size
and Ice Cream Treats are fabulous for the diameter. works well as a spacer or as a decorative
summer and priced at just £6.95 each. This exclusive innovation is made possible element. Now available from Starman in 50
www.spellboundbead.co.uk by the quality glass cane and precision cut- colours. www.CzechBeads.com

IT’S HOT Dont miss the

Anyone for a pint? fabulous Bead&Jewellery
ThreadABead has made an early start
on adding to their ever-expanding
slipcases.
beaded 3D Christmas village this year. See page 69.
The Elf & Hammer is a pub, complete
with beer pumps on the bar and a
friendly elf barkeeper! This new build-
ing was one of the most requested
buildings ThreadABead received
last year so we are sure it will be a
very welcome addition to so many of
your beaded villages. Downloadable
pdf pattern is available from www.
ThreadABead.com for only £6.55

PRECIOSA Karo™
PRECIOSA ORNELA has expanded its range of seed beads sold under
the PRECIOSA Traditional Czech Beads ™ brand. We present the new
two-hole PRECIOSA Karo™ Seed Bead. Like the PRECIOSA Twin™
this new two-hole seed bead is also made from flat 5 mm wide
glass tubes which have been cut into squares. The width of the
basic tube and the length of the cut are therefore always the
same. This flat, square seed bead is an ideal comple-
ment to the twin range. It is excellent when used to
create geometric patterns. You can create both
highly effective, yet simple, flat brick orna-
ments or three-dimensional, almost archi-
tectural accessories.
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 BEAD-WEAVING

Rio
HER
NAME IS

You will need:

n 10g size 8 Miyuki triangle (TR8-1835)
(A)
n 12g size 8 Miyuki seed bead (08-209)
(B)
n 10g size 10 Miyuki triangle (TR10-
1158) (C) Step into the carnival with this
n 5g size 11 Miyuki seed bead (11-4203) bold and vibrant Cellini Spiral
(D)
n 5g size 11 Miyuki seed bead (11-98) DESIGNED BY REBECCA WEBSTER
(E)
n 3g size 15 Miyuki seed bead (15-1053)

W
(F)
hilst recently catching up us all. What I love about this Cellini
n 3g size 15 Miyuki seed bead (15-1656)
with Rebecca from The Bead Spiral is the size of it. It’s a substantial
(G)
Trail I was telling her how I’d rope without looking like its in your face
n Sari ribbon planned to do a Cellini Spiral on Ribbon and the sari ribbon complements the
n Fireline 4lb or 6lb for the magazine and low and behold design so beautifully. It’s a project you
n Scissors she had the most beautiful version. A can make in about five hours and costs
n Size 12 needle lovely lunch and a glass of fizz later around £10. Alternatively, Rebecca has
n Microcrystalline wax and we’d come to the decision that she lovely bead packs for the two colours on
would share her beautiful project with her website.

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2 x size 11 seed beads (E)

2 x size 15 seed beads (F)
4 x size 15 seed beads (G)
2 x size 15 seed beads (F)
2 x size 11 seed beads (E)
2 x size 11 seed beads (D)
2 x size 10 triangle beads (C)
2 x size 8 seed beads (B)

4
Once added you will then need to step
up through the first bead added in this
round, which is an (A) to be in the correct
position to start row two.

2
Pass the needle through the first 2(A)
added in step 1 to create a circle. Do not
tie a knot, the foundation row will be
removed at the end of the project. The
work will be loose at this point but keep
tightening up as you continue work-
ing in the round. The rule to remember 5
with Cellini spiral - whatever bead your On this row the work changes shape (be
needle is exiting that is the bead you will careful it does not twist). Keep pulling
pick up. the thread tight to create a tube rather
than a flat piece of work. The needle
should be exiting an (A).
Continuing working in the pattern and
remember whatever bead you are exiting
that is the bead to pick up, don’t forget
to step up at the end of each row. As you
progress the shape evolves, try to keep
your tension consistent, too loose it will
be sloppy and not hold its shape, too
tight and it will be rigid and will not sit
nicely on the ribbon.
3
With the needle exiting (A), pick up 1(A),
skip the next bead in the circle and take
the needle through the next (B).
With the needle exiting (B) pick up 1(B),
skip the next bead and take the needle TOP TIPS
1 through the following bead which will be
Thread a #12 needle with 2 metres of a (C). Pick up 1(C) skip the next bead and START Begin to stitch from a larger
fireline and wax well. Pick up a stop bead take the needle through the (D). Contin- bead so that you can easily see where
(I have used a yellow size 11 in my de- ue in this way around the circle. You will you need to step up to start the next
sign) and take the needle back through see that as you tighten, the beads will sit round, trying to do this is the core of the
the bead to secure. on top of the skipped bead creating the design makes life harder!
familiar peyote ‘teeth’. ADD IN THREAD You will use lots of
For the foundation row pick up the beads The last bead added in this row will be a thread so rejoin in a size 8 or 11 so the
in the following order: (B) be careful to take the needle through knot can be hidden inside the bead,
2 x size 8 Triangle beads (A) the correct bead in the foundation row. this will also allow your needle to pass
2 x size 8 seed beads (B) through when finishing the loose ends.
2 x size 10 triangle beads (C)
2 x size 11 seed beads (D)

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project, remove the stop bead and pull

gently to loosen the thread, using your
needle tease the thread out of the beads,
this will remove the foundation row as a
whole. You may need to remove a couple
more beads to establish where you will
start from the step up, on my example
this is a size 8. Repeat from steps 6
onwards to complete the project. Once
finished stitch in all loose ends by weav-
6 7 ing through the work.
When you have reached the length you The final round will close these points, Thread ribbon, chain or leather through
require (example is 22cm) it is time to stitch through each 15 without adding a the Cellini spiral to complete the project.
neaten the ends ready to thread through bead until you reach the first point, add
the ribbon. For this next row exiting from a 15 and pull tight, you should only be
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(B) pick up 1(D) and stitch through the space. Don’t worry too much about bead
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Repeat step 6. to secure, weave the thread through your
On the third row you will use only size 15 work to anchor it.
seeds, peyote between the size 11s but Finally, you will need to remove the
between the 15s we will only add a bead foundation row from the start of the
every other step, this draws the beads
in tighter to create a flat end, when this
round is complete you will see four little
star type points.

COLOURWISE
Experiment with colour and bead sizes,
the use of just two colours in the size
15s gives a strong bold core that draws
the eye to it. The second sample I have
used three colours to give a softer look.

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 PMC

Carnival
colour
OF

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 You will need:
n 22g of silver clay.
n Ceramic tile work surface
n Roller
n Spacers
n Needle tool
n Paint brush
Carnival brings up images of n Water pot
n Sanding grits
bright vibrant colours, fun n Mandala texture rs#0025
and exotic patterns n Sterling sliver jump rings and clasp
n Vintaj Patina
DESIGNED BY TRACEY SPURGIN

T
he only word for this necklace is
WOW! Full of all the colours of
summer and the most perfect
mandala design, it is beyond stunning. If
you’d rather not have as many mandala’s
as Tracey, you could just make one focal
one and have two small ones for ear-
rings, or even a bracelet with chain on
either side. Component jewellery is the
most versatile and fab to work with. To
make the whole piece it will roughly cost
around the £50 mark and will take 4-6 1 2
hours. The mandala lazer cut card texture is On a prepared work surface, roll out a
If this has whetted your appetite for generously covered in olive oil and allow piece of clay 1.5mm thick using spacer
metal clay, why not join Tracey on her the oil to soak in. The pattern was per- bars and then place the clay onto the
online distance learning courses. With fect for the theme and the sections will mandala design. Replace the spacers for
full detailed instructional videos, support allow the colourful patina to flood each .75mm thick spacers and roll once again
documents and you can even interact cell without the patina colour bleeding firmly.
with her to ask questions. A whole world into another.
of metal clay at your fingertips.

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 PMC

3 6 9
Place the clay onto a smaller work sur- To add another detail to these pieces, Place the pieces all level to apply the col-
face. Using a fine needle, dip the tip of drill a small hole through the piece to our patina. Shake the bottle well, place
the tool into a little badger balm and be- create negative space. a little colour onto a disposable piece
gin to pierce out the design. Remove the of plastic and use a fine paint brush or
excess clay and place the piece to dry. even a cocktail stick to apply the colour
into each of the cells of the mandala. The
patina colour will dry within a few min-
utes and a second layer could be applied
to intensify the colours.

7
Once all the elements have been refined
4 they can then be fired. This can be done
For this design I have chosen to make by torch, gas, hob or kiln. Once Fired the
three larger elements and five smaller pieces will be white. Begin the polish-
elements, these have been made from ing process, brushing with a brass wire
the same mandala pattern but pierced brush in warm soapy water. 10
out a smaller section of the pattern.. Finally once the colours have totally
dried. Assemble the elements using
jump rings and a clasp.

i
5 Here Jump rings have been soldered on
Once all the elements have been made to the pieces before they are coloured
and dried the edges need to be refined
using files or sanding grit.
and the final assembly. An alternative to
soldering would be to drill hole through
the pieces to link them together.
nspiration
Carnival brings up images for exotic
patterns, with lavish bright colours
and loads of fun. We hope you have
fun bring your day to life with this
Carnival inspired piece.

BEADLINK: www.craftworx.co.uk

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Passion
BRACELET
SILKY

Use a mix of Czech glass

beads to stitch an elegant
and eye-catching bracelet
DESIGNED BY DEBORA HODOYER

I
f you’re looking for a bracelet that is can be made in about an hour, what’s
quick to make and looks fabulous, not to love. The only difficult part will be
then look no further. Queen of the trying to stop making them. If you are
shaped beads Debora Hodoyer has done looking for inspiration in colour, check
it again with this wonderful silky and tile out the two colour ways Debora has sug-
bead bracelet. Costing around £10 and gested. Fun and fabulous for summer!

You will need:

n 38 x Seed beads size 6/0 (Toho slver
lined milky lavender) (A)
n 18 x 6mm Tile (luster transparent
topaz pink) (B)
n 1 gram Seed beads size 11° (Toho
gold lustered raspberry) (C) 1
n 1 gram Seed beads size 15° (Toho Use a comfortable length of thread (I
higher metallic dark amethyst) (D) suggest about 4”) and pass back through
n 18 x 6mm Silky beads (luster metallic a stopper bead twice leaving a 6” tail,
blue) (E) then string a 1(A), 1(B) eighteen times.
n 34 x 4mm Fire polished rounds (matte
iris blue) (F)
n 15mm round toggle clasp in silver
tone
n 2 x 4mm open jump rings in silver
tone
n Beading thread size C-lon size D or
Fireline 0,12 mm (4Lbs)
2
n Needle size 12 First clasp loop.
n Scissors String a 1(A), 1(C), 6(D), 1(C), 1(A) and
n Chain nose pliers sew through the open hole of the (B)
exited.

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i nspiration
I was inspired by the shape of the
beads themselves and I had fun
combining different beads that are the
same size as the Tile and Silky.

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COLOURWISE
1 gram Seed beads size 15° (Toho
permanent finish galvanized mauve)
1 gram Seed beads size 11° (Toho
permanent finish galvanized mauve)
38 Seed beads size 6/0 (Miyiki matte
transparent light topaz AB)
34 x 4mm Fire polished rounds (matte
iris brown)
18 x 6mm Tile (gols marbled oxblood)
18 x 6mm Silky beads (opaque golden-
rod)

3 6 9
String 1(A) and sew through the open Repeat Step 5 all the way along to com- String 2(D), 1(C), 2(D) and sew through
hole of next (B), then repeat this step to plete this side of the bracelet and then following beads: (C), (A), (C).
complete this edge of the bracelet exiting retrace previous thread path through
from the leftmost (B). first clasp loop, exiting from the upper
rightmost (A).

10
Repeat Step 9 to complete this edge
4 of the bracelet, then retrace previous
Second clasp loop. 7 thread path through the first clasp loop
String a 1(A), 1(C), 6(D), 1(C) and sew String 1(C), push down last (E) added and exit from the upper rightmost (C).
through first (A) added on Step 1. on previous step (during this step the
(E) will show their puffed side) and sew
through its top hole, then string an 1(C)
and sew through next (A).

11
5 Repeat Step 9 to complete this edge
String 1(C), 1(E) (bottom hole, puffed side of the bracelet, then retrace previous
facing you), 1(C) and sew through next thread path through second clasp loop
(A) (during this step the (E) beads will 8 and exit from the central (C) of first
show their back). Repeat Step 7 all the way along to group of five beads added on Step 9.
complete this part of the bracelet, then
retrace previous thread path through the
second clasp loop and exit from first (C)
added in Step 5.

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12 15 17
String a 1(D), 1(F), 1(D) and sew through String an 1(C) and sew through next Repeat Step 15 to complete this edge of
following (C) of next group of five beads beads: 1(D), 1(F), 1(D) the bracelet, then fix the thread and trim
added on Step 9. it. Make sure to fix the thread away from
the clasp loop.

16
13 Repeat Step 15 to complete this edge
Repeat this stitch to complete this edge of the bracelet, then retrace previous 18
of the bracelet, then retrace previous thread path through first clasp loop and Remove the stopper bead and thread a
thread path through first clasp loop and exit from the second (D) after nearest needle on the tail, then sew up through
exit from the central (C) of following fire polish. second clasp loop, weave through beads,
group of five beads added on Step 11. fix the thread and trim it. You can also
add some new thread to repeat previous
thread path and reinforce both edges of
the bracelet. Use the chain nose pliers
TOP TIPS
to open a jump ring and attach one half
of the clasp to an end of the bracelet.
TENSION This bracelet will tend to bend Repeat this step on the other end.
during the beadwork. Work with a mod-
erate/low tension.
14 LENGTH You can adjust the length of
Repeat Step 12 to complete this side the bracelet to fit your wrist by adding
of the bracelet, then retrace previous some more jump rings to the clasp or a
thread path through second clasp loop small piece of rolo chain or attaching a
and exit from the second (D) added on bigger clasp.
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 BEAD-WEAVING

M
SNAKE
y love for component jewel-

charmer
lery is still very strong and this
bracelet is possibly one of my
favourites so far. I first designed the
‘Fanfare’ earrings before wondering how
I could make a matching bracelet. I real-
ised I wanted the fan shapes in an up and
down weave and eventually I wrapped
my little ‘snake’ of crystals around the

BRACELET
Rivolis and voila the bracelet was born
and has lived on my wrist ever since. I’ve
used a beautiful custom coated rivoli
and opulent looking seeds and bicones
to give this a feeling of eastern promise.
I’ve also included the earring instruc-
tions at the end and if you wanted to go
one step further why not make multiple
earring components and attached them
together to make a very showy necklace.
Considering the opulent look the overall
cost for bracelet and earrings was under
£25 and can be made in a weekend. Let this sparkly bracelet
hypnotise you

DESIGNED BY VICKY ROBERTS

1
We start by picking up a 36(A).

You will need: 2 4

Tie a double overhand knot to make into Continue step 3 all the way around and
n 5g Miyuki Delica size 11 24kt Gold
a ring and take your needle through the then step down into the inside row of (A)
plated (A)
next (A) along beads. Pick up 1(B) and go into the next
n 5g Size 15 Seed Bead Toho Higher (A) along.
Metallic Grape (B)
n 5g Size 15 Seed Bead Miyuki Duracoat
Galvanized Zest (C)
n 7 x 14mm rivoli Fuchsia Glacier Blue
(if making matching earrings add two
more) (D)
n 64-84 x 3mm Swarovski Bicone Am-
ethyst AB (E)
n 2 x 13x9mm Swarovski drop bead
Crystal Brandy (F) (for earrings only)
3
n 2 x ear wires - optional
Pick up 1(A), miss the next one along 5
n Fireline 6lb.
on the base row and go through the one Continue adding (B) beads all the way
n Needle after. This will give you an inside, middle around and finish by stepping down into
n Ball and Socket Clasp and outside row. a (B) just added. Pick up 1(C) and go into
the next (B) along.

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 BEAD-WEAVING

6
Continue adding (C) beads all the way
around. When you’ve added them all in
move through your beads to the outside
row of (A) beads, pick up 1(B) and go into
the next (A) along.

7
Continue adding (B) beads all the way
around, then add the (C) beads as in step
6. Before you add the (C) beads pop in
your (D) and pull tight.

8
Once your bezel is complete, weave
through to the middle row of (A) beads.
Pick up 1(B), 1(C), 1(B) and move forward
into he next (A) on the middle row.

TOP TIPS

TENSION Keep a tight tension when

bezelling the Rivoli.
SHARP Beware that the bicones may be
sharp and can cut the thread.

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 BEAD-WEAVING

I’ve used a beautiful custom coated

rivoli and opulent looking seeds
and bicones to give this a feeling of
eastern promise.

9 12
Continue adding in sets of beads as in Bring your needle back through the (C)
step 8 all the way around. Once you’ve on the first component - this will be the
finished the round move forward into the one you didn’t go into because we went 15
(C) bead of a set of three. Make 6 more into the one on the other component. Continue adding (C) beads between the
bezels using steps 1-9. This will cause the (C) beads from both (D) beads. When you come out of your
components to sit side by side. last (E), pick up 1(C) and come back into
the (C) from the set of three beads.

10
Going to back to your first bezel, pick up 13
1(E) and go into the next (C) along. Come through the (E) and into the next 16
(C) on the second component. Weave through your beads until you’re
coming out of the last (C) just added fac-
ing towards the (E) beads. Pick up 3(B)
and go into the next (C) along.

11
Add in eight more (E) the same way as 14
in step 10 - this will give you 9(E), but Go forward into the next (E) along, pick
please note on the 10th(E) we will join up 1(C) and go into the next (E) along.
two components together. Pick up your
(E) and take your needle through a (C) on
the next component.

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 BEAD-WEAVING

17 20 23
Continue adding sets of 3(B) all the way We’re now going to add the clasp on one To make the earrings follow the steps
along except for the last one. When you end. Come out of the last middle (B) of to make a component, but instead of
get to the last one weave through until the last set of 3(B),pick up 6(C) and go attaching the 10th (D) to the next compo-
you are coming out of the first (C) on back into the middle (B) from the op- nent add it to the one you’re working on.
your second component. posite side. Once you have completed the component
weave through to the middle bead of the
5th set of 3(B). Pick up 2(B), 1(E), 1(F),
1(E), 3(C). Come back up the (D), (F), (D)
and pick up 2(B), go into the middle (B)
on the 6th set of 3(B). Add the ear wire
loop in the same way you made the clasp
loop on the top of your component (this
will sit opposite to the middle of the two
sets of 3(B) you used to add the drop. At-
tach the ear wire.

18 21
As in step 11 add in your (E) beads. Move forward into the first (C) of the
Remember to keep the last one not at- loop, pick up a (B) and go into the next
tached as we’re going to attach it to the (C). Add in four more (B) beads this way.
next component. Repeat steps 11-17 to
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Attach half your clasp to a jump ring and
attach it to the loop. Repeat steps 20-21
19 on the opposite end of your bracelet.
When you get to the end of your bracelet
and after you have added the (E) beads
you will need to come out of the last (C),
pick up a (C) and come back through the
last (E). Then just continue adding the
rest of the embellishment as before.

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 SHOP PROFILE

Kevin’s beady bingo

is always a big hit!
Vicky chats to Lynn from Stitchncraft Beads to hear all about what they do
BY VICKY ROBERTS
Hi Lynn, can you tell us more about your Do you have anything that makes your able to see what has happened on the lat-
current business? Stitchncraft Beads are a business unique? Our excellent mail order est workshop. On Instagram and Facebook
bricks and mortar shop with a fully secure service is second to none. Orders received you can also find short videos of products or
online website. We specialise in Miyuki seed before 3pm are dispatched the same day classes coming up.
and Delica beads, SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, and we often hear from our delighted
Crystaletts, SilverSilk, beading threads, customers that their order has arrived What have been your biggest hurdles in
accessories, storage, magazines, books, the very next day. Even after 3pm we have setting up/running your business? Our
patterns kits and more. Set in the North been known to squeeze a few more orders proudest achievement so far is that we have
Dorset countryside with outdoor seating for through. sustained a successful bead business over
those lovely warm days. the last twenty years despite many eco-
Do you run classes/workshops at your nomic challenges throughout that time. We
How do you choose the products you stock? shop? We pride ourselves on our extensive have continued to develop a loyal customer
We have always concentrated on seed bead- workshop programme which runs through- base, many of which have become long time
ing rather than stringing, and over the last out the year and we only take a maximum of friends over the years. We aim to ensure
twenty years have built up a huge range of 12 students per class, so everyone gets the that customer service is always at the fore-
colours in seed and Delica beads. We are attention they require. Our workshops are front of everything we do and our fantastic
always adding to our range and are gradu- taught by extremely knowledgable and well team at the Studio, Sabrina, Kelly, Gill and
ally running out of wall space! At the Studio known international and UK tutors as well Jen always go that extra mile to ensure cus-
we pride ourselves on customer service as our own in-house team. tomer satisfaction.
and we will always do our utmost to meet When our Studio is not in use with work-
our customer requests, often bringing in shops we encourage friends and groups to Have you any upcoming news to tell us
specific colours of beads, crystals or books come and meet up, spend the day beading, about? Our Beady Picnic is on Saturday 4th
they may have requested as well as larger a little shopping (of course) and tea and cof- August from 10am - 4pm and is always a
quantities of beads. fee is always on hand too. We have several very sociable and fun day out. Visitors bring
There are so, so many new shaped beads groups that enjoy our facilities. a picnic and they can sit in our marquee and
being produced now, far too many to keep bead, chat to other beaders, watch a dem-
up with however, we have Do you interact much on social onstration or take part in a “make and take”
always looked at the different media? We are very active on workshop. We serve a fruit punch through-
shapes to see if they will fit social media with an Instagram, out the day and have a cryptic quiz and
in with our customer needs Facebook and Twitter page. Kevin’s beady bingo is always a big hit!
and our current range of These are great places to keep
beads. We stock a range of the up with what is happening at Above: L-R Kelly and Sabrina.
CzechMates and other various the Studio, if we have additional
shaped beads but only those workshops, special events or
we feel will last the course. new products as well as being
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COLOUR CRAZY

DESIGNED BY VICKY ROBERTS

I
n this feature, we’re going to be of the colours I came across whilst
focusing on colour combinations. researching carnivals from all over the
Sometimes it can be quite hard to world, bright feather head dresses and
work with multiple colours or to work jewellery that I could only dream of
outside of our comfort zone. With this in wearing. I decided to use Matte Opaque
mind, I’ve decided to test out colours that Orange AB and Neon Lime as they com-
we might not necessarily put together. pliment each other so well, and once I
For this issue I’ve used bright neon added in the rose gold seed the design
colours that I know will look good against just came to life.
my tan in summer with a lovely white This is a beginner friendly project! I’ve
top or dress. I was inspired by the some used Tila beads as a base and built off
the layers from there. You could make
this necklace as big or small as you 1
You will need: would like and once you get the hang of Thread your needle with a wingspan
the pattern, it beads up rather quickly of thread, leaving a 6 inch tail. Start by
n 15g Tila beads - Matte Opaque Or-
and costs roughly around £10. You could picking up 1(A), 7(B), half a clasp and
ange AB(A)
even use the same method to make a 7(B).
n 10g Size 11 seed beads - Toho PF
matching bracelet and even a pair of
Galvanized Rose Gold (B)
earrings. I would love to see what you
n 10g Superduo - Neon Lime (C) create from this inspiration and to hear
n Clasp what some of your favourite colours are.
n Fireline 6lb Please send a high-resolution photo
n Size 10 Needle of your work to editor@beadmagazine.
co.uk. Happy Beading!

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patra
COLOUR CRAZY

5
Coming out of your first (A), pick up 1(A)
3 and go back up the first (A) through the
Coming out of the bottom of the (A) still same hole you’ve just come out of, but
in the same hole you’ve used, pick up from the opposite side. This will cause
2 3(B). the (A) beads to sit side by side.
Come back through the (A) in the same
hole you originally picked it up, but from
the opposite side.

4 6
Go up the (A) through the unused hole to Come back down the used hole of the
create a picot on the bottom. new (A).

I SS U E 8 8 n B E A D & J E W E L L E R Y 27
 COLOUR CRAZY

TOP TIPS

TENSION Tension is key to making this

piece. Keep a tight tension when adding
the (A) beads, but keep a moderate ten-
sion when adding the (C) beads, so as
not to cause the piece to bunch up
7 9
Pick up 3(B) and go up the unused hole Starting a new piece of thread, weave HOLE CHECK Go through all multi-hole
of the new (A) to create the picot. through to the middle bead of your first beads prior to starting your piece. If you
set of 3(B) (come out of the (B) with your come across a blocked one, use a large
needle facing down the length of your needle to gently poke through.
necklace) and pick up 1(B), 1(C), 1(B).

8
Continue steps 5-7 all the way along un-
til you have a necklace base long enough
to fit you. I have used 73(A) to give me a 10 12
16 inch necklace. Once you are coming Go into the next middle (B) along of the Come back up then unused hole of the
out of the last hole of the last (A) bead, next set of 3(B). Continue adding 1(B), (A) to create a picot on the bottom of the
pick up 7(B), half a clasp and 7(B) and 1(C), 1(B) all the way along in the same (A).
go back up the same hole of the (A) from manner as your first set until you reach
the opposite side. Reinforce these beads the other end of your necklace.
by going back through them all again.
Weave in and cut off your thread.

13
Pick up 1(B) and go into the middle (B) of
11 the first set of 3(B) from step 11.
Weave around your beads to come out of
the bottom hole of the last (C) bead you
have added. To do this you may have
to go through several beads
and down the side of the (C),
so as your thread isn’t vis-
ible. Pick up 3(B), 1(A),
3(B).
14
Pick up 1(B) and go into the bottom hole
of the next (C) along. Continue steps
11-14 all the way along your necklace.
Reinforce the first part of your clasp us-
ing the tail thread. Weave in and cut off
all excess threads.

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 makemetoday
wearmetomorrow Welcome back to our quick to make
projects, that you can make in an
hour or two and wear immediately
DESIGNED BY VICKY ROBERTS

N
ow I know that this of place at the Mexican 1 5
may look like a big ‘Día de Muertos’ - Day of Pick up 1(A) and 1(B) five Continue adding (C) beads
project, but these the Dead Carnival. It’s a times alternating as you between your sets of 4(C)
components make up in bit of a gothic dream kind pick them up. all the way around. Finish
around 15 minutes once you of necklace although, if it by coming out of a (C) just
have a grasp on the design. was made in bright sum- 2 added (this will be the mid-
The other reason why I put mer colours it would still Go through all the beads dle one). Pick up 1(A), 1(D),
it in this feature is that you look equally as pretty. If you again and the first (A) to 1(A) and go into the next
can make as many or as decide you’d rather have a create a ring. middle (C) along.
little as you want. Originally, bracelet instead of a neck-
I was going to go all the way lace, follow the steps as you 3 6
around my neck and have would for the necklace, but Coming out of an (A) pick up Continue adding sets of
extras dangling with drops when it comes to joining 4(C) and go into the next (A) 1(A), 1(D), 1(A) all the way
hanging off them, but as you will need to create an along. around. Finish the round by
the design grew I just knew up and down effect. Add coming out of a (D), come
that I liked the shape as it a clasp the same way as 4 up the side of the same (D)
was and added a bit of black adding the chain. Again for Repeat step 3 all the way and through the unused
chain to finish it off. earrings follow the steps to around and then move for- hole. Pick up 1(B) and go
I feel the colours for this make one component add- ward into the first 2(C) of a into the next (D) along
project would not look out ing the loop for an ear wire. set of 4(C). Pick up 1(C) and through the unused hole.
go down the next 2(C), 1(A)
and up the next 2(C).
You will need:
n 3g Toho size 11 seed
beads (A) FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3
n 135 x 3mm Swarovski
bicone - Chrysolite Opal (B)
n 5g Toho size 15 seed
beads - Nickel Plated (C)
n 135 x Superduo - Jet
Apricot (D)
n 9 x Swarovski chaton - FIGURE 6 FIGURE 7 FIGURE 8
Erinite Shimmer (E)
n Chain - black plated
n Fireline 4lb
n Needle

30 B E A D & J E W E L L E R Y n I SS U E 8 8
7 beads again to secure. Once 8 through the next five beads
Continue adding (B) beads tight, weave through your Pick up 3(C) and go into the (1(C), 1(D), 1(A), 1(D), 1(C)).
all the way around. Pop in beads until you’re coming next (A) along, the (D) and
your (E) and pull tight. Go out of an (A) after a (D) bead the next (A).
through all the (D) and (B) from the previous round.
9
Continue adding sets of 3(C)
FIGURE 4 FIGURE 5 all the way around. Finish
the round by coming out of
a middle (C) of a set of 3(C).
Pick up 1(C), 1(D), 1(A), 1(D),
1(C) and go into the next
middle (C) of a set of 3(C)
along. DESIGN NOTE
FIGURE 9 FIGURE 10 When joining your compo-
10
nents, I found it easier to
Add in your sets of 1(C),
weave in my threads as I
1(D), 1(A), 1(D), 1(C) all the
went rather than all at the
way around and finish by
end. Otherwise, you have a
coming out of the (C) after
bit of a tangled mess.
a (D). Pick up 1(C) and go

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 BEAD-WEAVING NECKLACE

the first 2(C) just added and

go into a middle (C) (added
in step 13) on the previous
component and down the
next 2(C) on the new com-
ponent.

17
Add in the (C) bead as in
step 14 and then repeat
step 16 to join the second
component to the first
again. Continue around the
rest of your second compo-
nent adding in beads as in
steps 13 and 14.

FIGURE 11 FIGURE 12 FIGURE 13 18

Make up the rest of the
components and join the
same way as with the
second. At this point you
can decide how you want
your components to sit and
FIGURE 14 FIGURE 15 FIGURE 16 how many you want to have.
To see how I set mine out
please see the main pic of
the necklace. To add the
chain. Come out of a mid-
dle (C) of a set of 5(C) over
the (B). Pick up 6(C) and
FIGURE 17 go back into the (C) you’re
coming out of from the op-
posite side.

19
FIGURE 18 FIGURE 19 Move forward into the first
(C) of the 6(C) just picked up
and pick up 1(C). Go into the
11 in step 11, but when you get 14 next (C) along so that it sits
Continue adding in (C) to the last set remember Pick up 1(C) and go into the between them. Continue
beads all the way around. you’ve already added the next (C), the (D) and the (B). adding in (C) beads all the
Finish by coming out of the second (C) in from the first Repeat step 13 and 14 all way around your loop. You
first (C) bead added. Pick up set. Weave through until you the way around. should add in 6 (C) beads
1(C) and go into the unused are coming out of a (B). Pick altogether. Repeat on the
hole of a (D). Pick up 1(B) up 4(C) and go back into the 15 other end of your neck-
and go into he next (D) (B) from the opposite side. Repeat step 13 and 14 all lace. From here add your
through the unused hole. the way around. jump rings and chain to the
Pick up 1(C) and go into the 13 length you require.
(C) added in the previous Go through 2(C) of the 4(C) 16
round and pick up another you’ve just added and pick Make up a second compo-
(C) and go into the next up 1(C). Go down the next nent, but after adding the SUPPLYSHOPS
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HOT High St. ON
THE

1(A), 6(B), 1(C), 1(B), 1(C), 1(B), 3(C), 1(D),

Welcome to our feature of projects that have been 1(C), 15(D).
inspired by what’s available on the high street Strand 4: 18(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B),
1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 6(B), 1(C), 1(B), 4(C), 1(D),
1(C), 1(D), 1(C), 18(D).
Strand 5: 27(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 5(B),

H
ave you seen all the multi- want it as long as mine, why not have it a 1(C), 1(B), 1(C), 1(B), 5(C), 1(D), 1(C), 1(D),
strand necklaces on the high bit shorter or not as many tassels. Also, 1(C), 11(D).
street? From short and chunky you can make lots of other matching bits Strand 6: 23(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B),
to long with multiple charms. Add in to go with the necklace. Try using the 1(A), 4(B), 1(C), 1(B), 1(C), 1(B), 5(C), 1(D),
a few tassels and you’ve struck gold. tassels and coin charms for is a fab little 1(C), 1(D), 1(C), 14(D).
I started by wanting to make beaded anklet, or a pretty pair of chain earrings. Strand 7: 18(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B),
tassel earrings as I love the ones I’ve You could even use the beaded tassel 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 5(B), 1(C), 1(B), 1(C), 1(B),
seen on the high street, but as I made it as a bag charm on your beach bag. As 5(C), 1(D), 1(C), 1(D), 1(C), 16(D).
I thought maybe I’d like a necklace for with lots of the pieces we feature there is Strand 8: 27(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B),
change. That said, I probably will still something for everyone. 1(A), 6(B), 1(C), 1(B), 5(C), 1(D), 1(C), 1(D),
make the earrings to match! 1(C), 10(D).
The best thing about making multi Strand 9: 20(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B),
strand necklaces yourself is that you can 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 9(C), 1(D), 1(C),
take off a strand and use it as a single 1(D), 1(C), 1(D), 1(C), 1(D), 1(C), 13(D).
whenever you want to. The crescent Strand 10: 9(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B),
necklaces are also everywhere and I’ve 1(A), 9(B), 1(C), 1(B), 1(C), 1(B), 1(C), 1(B),
wanted one for while, so when the mood 9(C), 1(D), 1(C), 1(D), 1(C), 17(D).
takes me I’m going to wear this on its Strand 11: 22(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A),
own for a cool boho look. If you’re flying 7(B), 1(C), 1(B), 1(C), 1(B), 5(C), 1(D), 1(C),
off to somewhere exotic this summer 16(D).
this necklace would look fab with a bikini 1 Strand 12: 23(A), 1(B), 1(A), 2(B), 1(A),
for the on the beach bbqs. If you don’t We’re going to start by making our 8(B), 1(C), 1(B), 1(C), 1(B), 3(C), 1(D), 1(C),
strands for the tassel. Pick up 21(A), 15(D)
1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 3(B), 1(C), Strand 13: 22(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A),
You will need: 1(B), 1(C), 1(B), 7(C), 1(D), 1(C), 1(D), 1(C), 6(B), 1(C), 1(B), 1(C), 1(B), 1(C), 1(B), 8(C),
15(D), miss the last (D) added and come 1(D), 1(C), 1(D). 1(C), 10(D).
n 4g size 11 seed beads Toho 11RY627
back up them all again. Put to one side.
(A)
n 2g Size 11 Seed Beads Toho 11-
2602F (B)
n 2g Size 11 Seed Beads Miyuki 11-
9132F(C)
n 2g Size 11 Seed Beads Toho PF2111
(D)
n 1 x 8mm Melon Bead (E)
n 1 x 6mm Round Bead (F)
3
n 9 x 7mm Coin Charms
2 We’re now going to make the beaded
n 1 x 28mm Crescent Charm Make the following strands the same cap. Pick up 20(A) and tie an overhand
n 2 Metre Gold plated 3x2mm Chain way as step 1. knot to create a loop. Move forward
n 1 x Ball and Socket Clasp Strand 2: 19(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), through a couple of beads on your loop.
n 30 x 4/6mm Jump Rings 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 5(B), 1(C), 1(B), 1(C),
n 18 x 25mm Cotton Tassels 1(B), 7(C), 1(D), 1(C), 1(D), 1(C), 1(D), 1(C),
11(D).
n Size 15 Needle
Strand 3: 24(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B),

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4
Pick up 1(A), miss the next (A) on the
base row and go into the one after.

5
Continue adding (A) beads as in step 4
and finish by stepping up into the first
(A) added in this round. This will give you
your first three rows of peyote.

Each strand of
6
As in step 4-5 complete six more rows of
peyote.
the tassel is
60 beads long.

7
For the next row we’re going to start our
decrease. After you have stepped up,
pick up 1(A) and go into the next (A) on
the round, then step down into next (A) 8 9
from previous round and up into the next Pick up 2(A) and miss the gap from the Pick up 1(A) and go into the next set of
(A) from current row. Continue adding previous round and go into the next (A) 2(A). Continue 1(A) between the 2(A) all
one and missing one all the way around. along. You should end up with five sets the way around. Then step up into the
Step up at end of round. of 2(A). Step up into the first 2(A) just first (A) just added.
added.

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10 17
Pick up 1(A) and go into the next (A). For the next strand of chain you want
Continue adding (A)s all the way around. it to be roughly 60cm long and attach
Step up. another piece of chain 5cm long. On the
small piece of chain add a cotton tassel
to the bottom and using jump rings at-
tach the coins with 2 links between each
one. I’ve used 9 coins.

14
11 Using half the threads pick up 5(A) and
Pick up 1(A) and go into the next (A) come back down the (F) and the (E).
along. Continue adding (A) beads all the Weave in the threads.
way around. Reinforce the last set of five
11/0s. 18
For the last strand of chain it needs to be
roughly 40cm. Pop your crescent charm
on.

15
Using the remaining threads that are
12 coming out of the (F), pick up 8(A) and go
Go back to your tassels and weave in back through them all again making the
one of the threads on each one using loop sit around the loop you made in step
half hitch knots. Pick up all your remain- 14, but on top of the (F) bead. Weave in 19
ing tassel strands and bring them up all threads. Pop a jump ring on half your clasp and
through the hole of the bead cap. going from longest to shortest add the
chain. Do the same on the other side.

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Nature is my
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Vicky chats to Isabella Lam about her love of all things bead weaving
BY VICKY ROBERTS
Hi Isabella can you tell us about your imagination and exploring the basic tech- contributes to the techniques which are
background: I was born in Romania and niques I was exposed to on the web and in used in bead weaving. The Cinch Stitch
moved to Israel in 1973 when I was 8 years bead magazines. I have never taken any is so easy and fun to make. I can’t wait to
old. Today I continue to live in Israel to- classes. In my country there are no such see what beaders will do with it. I think
gether with my husband and our daughter. learning options. This was a positive influ- my favourite designs are the “SAKURA” or
My husband Avi and I own a bead shop. ence for me since it forced me to develop Maple Autumn”.
My day job is teaching bead weaving in my own original designs.
our bead shop. In 2006, I quit my job as a Do you teach beading at all? I was the first
Customs senior evaluator and put all my Is there anything you do that’s ‘uniquely Israeli bead designer who taught at the
passion into creating new designs with the you’ or that you’re specially known for? Bead&Button Show. 2013 was my first year
high quality beads we purchased for our Over the years, some of pieces I have and every year since then I have contin-
shop. Several times every year, I travel by designed became very popular among ued to teach at the Bead&Button Show. I
request to teach my designs in Europe and beaders and are still favourites for giving am invited by many beading groups and
the USA. Jewellery is my therapy. I find the right touch on special occasions. organisations to teach privately as well.
myself dreaming about designs I wish to I think some of my masterpieces were I teach all I know. I believe in giving the
create. the ones which were published: Sakura, world the knowledge I have. It gives me
Duo Kate and Autumn Maple. great pleasure to see my creations made
What materials/technique etc do you com- by others and their unique touch on them. I
monly use in your work? I use many of the Do you make finished jewellery or beads? enjoy every moment in teaching, really!
Swarovski beads and components, trendy I make unique jewellery using bead weav-
Czech glass beads and Miyuki Japanese ing. My designs are mainly for teaching Have you written any books or been pub-
beads. I love colour, and components with purposes. So many beader’s around the lished? I have had many designs published
sparkle. I create my designs by combin- globe have made my designs and they are in magazines and books over the years, but
ing many techniques and give each one of showing their finished pieces in all the in 2017 I published my own book through
them my own twist. At the moment I start existing media with credit to me. Kalmbach Publising - ‘Beautiful Beadwev-
creating, I use the materials which catch ing: Simply Gorgeous Jewelry’. In 2019, a
my eye and these are the ones I will fit into Where do you get your ideas? Nature is second book of mine will be published and
my work. I work with no limits. my inspiration and the new shaped beads it is surely worth the wait.
motivate me to explore the endless pos-
Have you taken bead making or jewellery sibilities I see in them. I developed new Can you describe your workspace? I have
classes? All my creations came from my stitch called the “Cinch Stitch” which a small work room where I gather all my

40 B E A D & J E W E L L E R Y n I SS U E 8 8
 BEAD PROFILE

“Jewellery is my therapy. I
find myself dreaming about
designs I wish to create.”

treasures. Perhaps one day I will have

a bigger space, but this works for today. years? I know I will keep creating for at
least ten more years with the same pas-
Do you work by yourself or have you col- sion. I want to publish a few more books
laborated with anyone else? I design and and travel around the world teaching and
work by myself. I do have a close friend continue meeting many more beaders who
who helps me by creating my designs in feel same as I do. Do you have any advice for other bead-
new colours which become the inspiration ers? Find inspiration in everything you see
for so many others. What have been your biggest personal around you. Let your creativeness shine in
challenges, and accomplishments. I love everything you do. Beading is therapy for
What are you working on at the moment? to travel and see places and meet beaders you and the end result is the love which you
Every day is a new day with new projects. around the world. The USA and Europe are share with others. Find your passion.
places which I regularly visit and teach,
Do you have any goals that you would like but I have also taught in Japan, Australia,
to see become a reality within the next 5 Canada and many more. BEADLINK: www.isabellalam.com

I SS U E 8 8 n B E A D & J E W E L L E R Y 41
 BEAD-WEAVING

sparkly SHOWSTOPPER
Go out in style with this
stunning necklace
DESIGNED BY ISABELLA LAM

O
n the cover!! When I first chatted Pendant
with Isabella about her submis-
sion, I asked her if it would be
her trademark ‘sparkly’ and she replied
‘of course’. She is a girl after my own
heart, and I think its safe to say she did
not disappoint with this showstopper of
a necklace! I love Isabella’s colours of
turquoise and gold, almost as if it has
You will need: an Egyptian feel to it, but this would
n 84 x Czech HoneyComb beads (A) look fab in any colours. You’ll find that
the Swarovski Oval Fancy Stone comes
n 7g Miyuki Round Seed Beads size
in a range of different colours, from the 1
8/0 (B)
original classics to the latest crystal lime Pick up 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B),1(A), 1(B),
n 110 x Czech SuperDuo beads (C)
colour. If you feel that the pendant is just 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(C), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B),
n 2g Miyuki Round Seed Beads size enough for you, why not add it to a nice 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B), 1(A), 1(B),
15/0 (D) piece of leather or sari ribbon. 1(C), 1(B). Go through all and tie both
n 5g Miyuki Round Seed Beads size threads. Locate your needle out of the
11/0 (E) Starting your work marked (B)
n 90 x Swarovski 5328 Bicone Beads Start with a comfortable thread length.
4mm (F) I recommend about 5 feet (about 1.50
n 5g O Beads OB (G) metre) for starting.
n 1 x Swarovski Oval Fancy Stone 30
String a stopper bead leaving about 4”
x 22mm
(10 cm) tail. Go through the stopper bead
twice to anchor the bead. (Stopper bead
n Clasp
is an 11/0 round seed beads different
n Fireline 6lb or similar colour from those you are working with.
n Needle This bead you will remove at the end of
your work or if mentioned otherwise).

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BEAD-WEAVING

i nspiration
My Inspiration came from nature. To
me this is perfection, and you will
always find inspiration from it.

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 BEAD-WEAVING

next (B).
c. Pick up 1(D), 1(B), 1(D). Go through the
next (B).
d. Repeat step C.
e. Pick up 1(D), 1(E), 1(D). Go through the
next (B) and the following (F).
Repeat steps a-e. Finish pointing out
from (B) as shown.

4
a. Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E). Go through the
same (B). Continue through the (A) to the
next (B).
b. Repeat three times.
c. Go through the (C) and the following
(B). Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E). Go through
the same (B), (C), (B). Continue through
the (A) to the next (B).
Repeat a-c. Finish pointing out from 7
marked (B). Pop in your oval fancy stone.

2
Pick up 1(D), 1(B), 1(D). Go through 5 8
next (B). Repeat four times, then pass a. Pick up 1(D), 1(E), 1(B), 1(F), 1(B), 1(E) a. Pick up 9(D). Go back through marked
through the (C) to the following (B). 1(D). Go through the (B) above the (C). (B).
Pick up 1(D), 1(B), 1(D). Go through next b. Pick up 1(D), 1(E), 1(B), 1(F), 1(B), 1(E), b. Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(D). Go back
(B). Repeat four times Finish pointing out 1(D). Go through the next (B). through next (B).
from first (B) you added in this step. c. Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E). Go through the c. Pick up 9(D). Go back through marked
next (B). Repeat two times. (B).
Repeat steps a-c Repeat steps a-c.
Repeat around. Finish pointing out from
(F). Necklace

3
Pick up 1(D), 1(E) 1(D) Go through the (B).
Repeat around. Finish pointing out from
marked (B) between (A), as shown. 1
6 Pick up 1(G), 1(A) as long as you need,
a. Pick up 1(D), 1(B), 1(D). Go through the odd numbers of (A). Finish with 1(G).
next (F).
b. Pick up 1(D), 1(E), 1(D). Go through the

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 BEAD-WEAVING

Go through the first (G) you added and

the following (A).Go down through the (G)
and the following (F), as shown.

2 9
Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E), 1(G). Go through Repeat steps 6-8 up to the centre. Finish
free hole of the last (A), back. with step 8 on the (F) before the (A).

6
Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E). Go through the
free hole of the (C).

3 10
Pick up 1(G), 1(F), 1(D), 1(C), 1(G). Go a. Pick up 1(E) and 1(B). Go through the
through free hole of the next (A). free hole of the next (C).
b. Pick up 1(F). Go through the free hole
7 of the next (C).
Pick up 1(E), 1(C), 1(E), 1(C), 1(E). Go c. Pick up 1(B) and 1(E). Go through the
again through the same (C) and the fol- next (F).
lowing (E).

4
Repeat previous step around up to the
centre (A). Continue by reversing the
beads. Pick up 1(G), 1(C), 1(D), 1(F), 1(G).
Go through the next (A).
8
Pick up 1(B) and 1(E). Go through next
(F).

5
At the end pick up 1(G), 1(E), 1(B), 1(E).

I SS U E 8 8 n B E A D & J E W E L L E R Y 45
 BEAD-WEAVING

b. Pick up 1(D), 1(E), 1(B), 1(F), 1(B), 1(E),

1(D). Go through marked 3(D), 1(E), 3(D),
1(C), 1(E), and the following (B) on the
necklace.
c. Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(F), 1(E). Go
through the free hole of the marked (A).
d. Pick up 1(B), 1(F), 1(B), 1(E). Go
through the marked 1(B), 1(C), 3(D), 1(E),
3(D).
e. Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E). Go through the
free hole of the marked (A).
11 14 f. Pick up 1(D), 1(E), 1(B), 1(F), 1(B), 1(E),
a. Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E). Go through the Once you reach the centre pick up 1(E). 1(D). Go through marked (A) on the cen-
free hole of the next (C). Pass through the (C), (F), (C), (B). tre motif.
b. Pick up 1(E), 1(C), 1(E), 1(C). Go a. Pick up 1(E). Go through the next (C). g. Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E). Go through the
through second (E) you added in step A, b. Pick up 3(D). Go through the next (E). free hole of the marked (A). Finish the
the (C) and the following (E). c. Pick up 3(D). Go through the next (C). thread.
c. Pick up 1(B) and 1(E). Go through the d. Pick up 3(E). Go through the next (B).
next (F). Repeat steps a-d all over the second half
of the necklace

Clasp

17
Continue with the same thread working
12 on the back side.
At the end go through the beads to the a. Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E). Go through the
upper side of the necklace. 15 free hole of the marked (A).
Pick up 1(D), 1(F), 1(G). Go through the Attach new thread about 10 inches / 25 b. Pick up 1(F). Go through the free hole
free hole of the next (A). cm. Locate your needle pointing out from of the marked (A).
Repeat all over the necklace. (B). c. Pick up 1(E), 1(B) 1(E). Go through the
Pick up 3(E), 1(B), one side of the clasp, free hole of the marked (A).
1(B) and 3(E). Go through same (B), close d. Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E). Go through the
to a circle. Reinforce the work by going free hole of the marked (A).
through all once more, Finish the thread. e. Pick up 1(F). Go through the free hole
of the marked (A).
Centre Motif f. Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E). Go through the
(C), (E), (B), (E), (A).
g. Pick up 1(F). Go through the free hole
of the marked (A).
h. Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E). Go through the
free hole of the marked (A).
i. Pick up 1(E), 1(B), 1(E). Go through the
13 free hole of the marked (A).
Continue through the beads pointing out j. Pick up 1(F). Go through the free hole
from the marked (B). of the marked (A). Continue through the
a. Pick up 3(E). Go through the free hole beads and finish the thread.
of the (C).
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Hi Cath, can you start by telling us a bit FB groups. It’s just an electronic tool for
about yourself? Hi Vicky! I am a Dutch bead those who organise something for IBW, a
designer and live in Switzerland since 1980. platform where they can set-up meetings
My favourite bead art is ‘off-loom bead and invite their friends, share IBW-related
weaving’ to make jewellery and sometimes news, find beaders in their country and in
objects. I also like bead embroidery. other countries. It is a public platform, so
they are not limited to their personal audi-
Can you describe what International ence. Because it happens during the sum-
Beading Week is? International Beading mer, this also allows people on holidays to
Week is the same as National Beading week see if there is something happening where
Bead magazine is now but simply extended to the whole world. It is they are, if they want to. The group is very
available to read on a week during which beaders come togeth- quiet, but will certainly liven up during IBW.
your favourite device, er and organise events to raise awareness Fortunately, Fiona Clements is also an
including the iPad, iPhone, about their beautiful art, or to simply cele- admin in the group.
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Buy the latest issue nice for those who cannot attend the events. rest of the world, it is only the beginning,
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wall and got positive reactions will be posted there too, but people
from beaders everywhere: Italy, can learn everything about it on
Israel, Russia, Congo, Australia, the IBW Facebook page www.
Argentina... just to name a few. facebook.com/internationalbead-
Some said: create a group, ingweek.
which I did - not for myself, but In the FB group, we have been
for them. It’s not really like other beading the whole year: one item in

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 Beaded Bead prize draw
In previous years the Guild has run a
competition for all to participate in but
this year we have changed it slightly and
will be having a Prize Draw. Our famous
beaded bead necklace always attracts
lots of attention at shows, and so we
want to make more. We are asking bead-
ers to donate a beaded bead to the Guild
and for each bead received you will be
entered into a prize draw for the chance
to win lots of beading goodies. Details
of prizes will be available on the IBW
website and the prize pot will be added
to right up to the start of International
Beading Week.

How to enter
Simply make and donate a beaded
bead to the Guild, or several beaded
beads for more chances to win! It can be
as elaborate or simple as you like, you
can be a beginner, intermediate or expe-
rienced beader, the prize draw is open to
all (including non-members) at any stage
of your beading journey.
The rules are simple:
•Bead a beaded bead - it must have a
28th July - 5th August 2018 central hole no larger than 5mm and be
www.internationalbeadingweek.com no longer/wider than 5cm.
Facebook: internationalbeadingweek •The Beadworkers Guild will retain all
#IBW donated beads for display at the various
shows we visit and for publicity materials.
•Every bead must be labelled with your
1 colour of the IBW banner every month, your preferred bead shop to give to the name, contact details, your membership
and we will assemble our projects in person who falls in love with it... You might number if you are a member of the Guild
August. I will organise a bead along for the well save someone’s sanity or find a new and the name of the designer (if it’s your
Pentagon bezels I have been making the best friend. own design please state own design).
past months. Thank you to Cath for giving us all this •You can donate as many beads as you
information about IBW. The Beadworkers like, each bead will result in one ticket
Finally, how can people get involved? IBW Guild are running a competition and if this going into the draw.
is about the Art, and showing it. To people is something you’d like to get involved in
who have never beaded and might want to here are the details. Please send your beaded beads to: The
learn (and to people who don’t understand Beadworkers Guild, IBW Beaded Beads,
how much time goes in it). I think that 4 Honor Oak Road, London, SE23 3SF,
beading truly is fantastic in many ways. It United Kingdom.
is an amazing art that deserves its stripes, All beads must be received by
and it helps many people relax and feel Saturday 28th July and winners of
better by being creative, cope with chronic the draw will be announced on Sat
illnesses, depression, etc. It makes great 4th August via Facebook and the IBW
presents for Christmas, Wedding jewel- website. If this is something you’d like to
lery, etc. Beading may not be right for get involved in check out the official web-
everyone, but it might be for someone. page for more information www.national-
So if you can, get out, sit at a table in a beadingweek.co.uk.
park and BIP (bead in public). Wear and There you will find all the information
talk about what you make. Maybe put a on what’s going on. IBW runs from the
sign: “Free demo” and have a tiny tin with 28th July - 5th August, so pop it in your
beads, needle and thread for those who diary.
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Pattern

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I
Montserrat THE
think we can always count on Zoltan
to give us an eye catching piece and
here he comes again with that fabu-
lous style he exudes. Combining a 27mm
Swarovski stone with shaped beads to

BROOCH
create this brooch/pendant, this will
sure to be a standout piece whichever
way you choose to wear it. Try it with a
crystal colour 27mm stone and black
and silver beads to create a classical
elegance, alternatively jazz it up with
bright coloured beads to match in with
our carnival theme. As an added bonus
he’s also provided us with the steps to
make matching earrings.

An opera lover’s homage

to the great soprano
DESIGNED BY ZOLTAN KISJUHASZ

1 super tight, because that will make it

Pick up 10(C) and 10(G) alternating the wavy once you finish Step 2. (Optionally
beads. Leave a tail thread that you can you can tie a knot at the end of Step 2.)
finish off securely. Tie a knot to hold the Transfer to the free hole of any (C) bead.
circle in place. Do not make this circle

4
You will need: Connect the 2(D) from Step 3 with 2(D),
n 1 x Swarovski 27mm cabocon (A) 1(F), 2(D).
n 20 x Swarovski 3mm bicone bead (B)
(add an extra 28 for earrings) 2
Add a (D) in between the (C) and (G)
n 10 x Miyuki Tila beads (C) (add an
beads of Step 1.
extra 28 for earrings)
n 1g Miyuki seed beads 15/0 (D)
n 1g Miyuki seed beads 11/0 (E)
n 10 x Matubo Rulla beads (F) (add an
extra 14 for earrings)
n 10 x Matubo Superduo beads (G) (add 5
an extra 14 for earrings) Transfer to any (F) bead and connect
n 10 x Matiubo Gemduo beads (H) (add the free holes of the (F) beads with 3(E).
an extra 14 for earrings) Before pulling the line tight put (A) in
n 10x 6mm Round Bead (I) 3 place so that it is facing the side with the
Come out of any newly added (D) bead (C) beads.
n 2 x Swarovski 18mm Rivoli for ear-
and pick up 2(D). These will sit on top of
rings (J)
the (G) beads.
n 14 x 4mm round beads for earrings
(K)
n Beading needle
n 6lb Fireline
n 2 x ear wires

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SO MANY PRETTY COLOURS

1(D) and connect into the closest (G)

bead (through the hole used in Step 2)
then pick up 1(D), 1(B), 2(D). Repeat the
sequence zig-zagging your way around.

6 8
Come out of any first (D) bead (of the Transfer to the 4th (D) of any 7(D) units
2(D), 1(F), 2(D) units) added in Step 4 and added earlier and pick up 4(D) and con-
pick up 7(D), then connect to the last nect to the free hole of the next (H) then
(D) bead of the same “unit”added in the pick up another 4(D) and through to the
previous step. 4th (D) bead of the next 7(D) added in 10
Step 6. Repeat all the way around. Transfer to any (H) bead and come out
of the hole used in Step 8. Pick up 2(D),
1(I), 2(D) and connect into the next (H).
Repeat all the way around.

7
Come out of the (D) at either end of the 9
7(D) added in Step 6 and pick up 1(D) Come out of the same 4th (D) used in
1(H) 1(D) and connect into the next 7(D). the previous step and pick up 2(D), 1(B),

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Matching earrings
The first 3 steps are identical to the
Pendant except for the number of beads
(use diagrams for pendant, but changed
bead count).

1
Pick up 7(C) and 7(G) alternating the
beads. Leave a tail thread that you can
finish off securely. Tie a knot to hold the 6
circle in place. Do not make this circle Come out of any of the (D) beads added
super tight, because that will make it in step 3 and pick up 2(D), 1(F), 2(D), then
wavy once you finish Step 2. (Optionally connect to the last (D) bead of the next
you can tie a knot at the end of Step 2.) “unit” added in the step 3.
Transfer to the free hole of any (C) bead.

2
Add a (D) in between the (C) and (G)
beads of Step 1.

3
Come out of any newly added (D) bead
and pick up 2(D). These will sit on top of
the (G) beads. 7
Transfer to the free hole of any of the
newly added (F) and pick up 1(D), 1(B),
1(D) and connect into the closest (G)
bead (using the hole used in Step 2) then 10
pick up 1(D), 1(B), 1(D). Repeat the se- Go through the first 4(D) and the (H) and
quence zig-zagging your way around. coming out of the (H) pick up 3(D), 1(H)
then go through the free hole of the first
(H) and then another (H). Pick up 5(D)
and go into the free hole of the last (H).
4 Pick up another (H) and then coming
Connect the 2(D) from Step 3 with 1(D), out of the next (H) pick up 3(D) and go
1(C), 1(D). through the last (H). Finally pick up 6(D)
and go round the tip of the last (H) and
back into the hole. Repeat the sequence
in reverse order ‘filling up’ the empty
8 spaces. Once you come out of the (H)
Connect the newly added (D) beads (next added first go through the 3(H) from the
to the (F) beads) with 1(D), 1(K), 1(D). beginning of this step and go round the
perimeter adding a (D) in between the
(D) units to make it continuous.

5
Transfer to the free hole of any of the TOP TIPS
newly added (C) beads and connect
the free holes of the (F) beads with (D) HOLE CHECK Make sure to check all
beads. Before pulling the line tight put multi-holed beads prior to using them.
(J) in place. If you find a blockage, use a large em-
9 broidery needle or awl to gently push
Go a couple of units beyond your finish- through.
ing point (or a full cycle) and coming out
NEEDLE AND THREAD Use the thin-
of a (D) from step 7 pick up 4(D), 1(H),
nest thread and smallest needle you
4(D) and weave your way back to the
can manage with for the many passes
starting point of this Step.
through the size 15/0 seed beads.

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 WIREWORK

W Amber hearts
hat could be better for sum-
mer than a pretty pair of wire
heart earrings. This lovely little

&EARRINGS
project walks us through step by step to

TASSEL
twist and shape the wire, before adding
on a little tassel. These earrings cost
under £10 to make and can be made in a
few hours. Pick out pretty little gemstone
beads of your choice with properties that
would suit your well being.

Fall in love with these pretty

1
heart earrings
You will need 18 pieces of 1m wire, 2
inches long, two Tassels and beads of
your choice, 12 jump rings approx 7mm DESIGNED BY OONAGH GIBSON
and 0.4 wire to weave.

2
Take 14 pieces of your 2 inch lengths and
bend in the middle with your round nose
pliers. 3 5
Make a small loop at each end. Take two of your 2 inch lengths for your
earring wires.

You will need:

n Flat nose pliers
n Round nose pliers
n Nylon pliers
n 1mm Wire- silver plated copper wire
n 0.4mm wire - silver plated copper
wire 4
n 12 x 7mm jump rings Using your snipe nose pliers or flat nose 6
n 4mm beads or small chips of your pliers to shape into a heart shape. Turn a loop at one end of each wire.
choice (I have used pink Howlite for one
pair and Amber chips for the other)

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I SS U E 8 8 n B E A D & J E W E L L E R Y 59
 11
Taking two of the hearts you have made
wrap each of them with your 0.4 wire
cutting and tiding off all the ends.

12
Now we need to wrap six hearts together
with the 0.4 wire.

13
Work from the real as you will find this
7 9 easier.
Using bail making pliers, place the loop Cut ends will be sharp, so sand them
through and gently press the wire into smooth or you can use an end tool which
shape. will round them off.

14
Keeping your work as neat as you can
wrapping around three times when you
8 10 add each heart.
Putting a slight curve at the end makes it Take the last two wires 2 inches long and
easier to use. make a loop each end with your round
nose pliers and curve the wire.

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15 19 23
Hold your work tight as you wrap, to stop You will need approx 1 metre of 0.4 wire Thread on your beads loosely, not tight.
it going out of shape. to attach your hearts to the curved 2 inch
wires. Finding the centre of the 0.4 wire,
wrap five times around the middle of the
curved wire, and attach a heart either
side of this wrap by wrapping them three
times. Work from the centre left to right
alternatively.

24
16 Secure in place with a Criss-cross stitch
It soon builds up. a couple of times.

20
Wrapping five times between each heart
you attach.

17 25
Keep an eye on the shape of your hearts Place a jump ring through the tassel,
at this point. feed it over one of the loose hearts,
which is fastened to work with 2 jump
rings, and the last 3 jump rings are
linked together at the top securing the
earring wire to the centre ring.
21
Working this way helps to keep the work
even.

18
Tweak the shape as you go.

26
Use steps 1-25 to make a second ear-
ring.
22
Your finished shape.

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 BEAD-WEAVING

Prepare for the festivities in style

with this stunning bracelet
DESIGNED BY ERIKA SANDOR

T
he Levare bracelet is a fairly quick 2
to bead yet definitely an eye- Pass through the first 2(B) beads on the
catching design. It is perfect if you right hand side of (A). Join them by turn-
would like to try the newest 2-hole beads ing to the opposite direction through the
and need an interesting accessory to add second holes, then by passing once more
the final touch to your outfit! It roughly through the first holes in the initial direc-
takes two hours to make and costs under tion. Continue through the remaining two
£15. Choose vibrant Quarter Tilas and (B) beads on the right hand side and join
more subdued coloured beads for the them in the same way. Pick up 1(C), 1(D),
rest of the bracelet to make the crosses 1(C). Continue upwards through the first
formed from the Quarter Tilas pop! holes of the two (B) beads at the bottom
Alternatively choose all metallic colours left, and join them by passing backwards
to achieve a more medieval look! Which through the second holes and stringing
colour will you be rocking this summer? through the first holes in the initial direc-
tion again. Join the last pairing of (B)
1 beads at the top left, then pick up 1(C),
Pick up 1(A) and 4(B). Pass through the 1(D), 1(C). Pass through the (B) on the
(A) again, from the initial direction. Pick right hand side. Figure 2.
up 4(B) and pass through the (A) one “The identity of the lady of the castle
more time. Arrange the (B) beads in a 3 wearing her servant’s clothes would
be given away only by an expensive
way so the first grouping of (B) beads are After exiting the (A) string downwards jewel – maybe a bracelet like this,
on the right, and the second grouping of through the first 2(B) beads on the which she forgot to remove before
she joined the crowd…”
(B) beads are on the left hand side of the right hand side. Pick up 1(E). Continue
(A), which will be the centre of the first through the inner holes of the bottom
motif. Figure 1. two (B) beads, then turn upwards by
passing through the outer holes. Pick up
1(F). FIGURE 1
You will need: Pass through the (E) you just picked up,
then add 1(F). Sew up through the outer
n 46 x 4 mm fire polished beads in
holes of the top 2(B) beads. Turn to the
Glittery Matte Silver (A)
original direction and pass through 2(B),
n 80 x Miyuki Quarter Tila beads in
1(E), 2(B), 1(C), 1(D), 1(C), 2(B). Fill in 1(E)
Metallic Bronze (457) (B)
and then add 2(F) beads next to it, just as
n 55-60 x Miyuki size 15 seed beads in on the right hand side. Finish by turn-
Nickel Plated (190) (C) ing to the original direction and sewing
n 20 x 9x5 mm Kite beads (Green through 2(B) and 1(E). Figure 3.
Turquoise Luster) (D)
4 FIGURE 2
n 80 x Miyuki size 11 seed beads in
Galvanized Seafoam (94217) (E) After exiting the (E) pass through the (F)
n 44 x 2 mm round druk beads in Fine above it. Pick up 2(F). Sew through the
Brush Silver Plated (F) (F) below the (E) towards the centre of
n 18 x Miyuki Delia size 11 beads in the motif. Skip (E), and fill in 3(E) beads
Matte Nickel Plated (190F) (G) between the (F) beads. After returning to
the (E) added in step 3 sew through the
n Thin beading needle
inner holes of 2(B) beads, 1(C), 1(D), 1(C),
n 0.12 mm Smoke Grey Fireline the inner holes of 2(B), 1(E). Figure 4.
n Bead mat
n Sharp scissors or thread burner

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FIGURE 3
Levare
FIGURE 4 FIGURE 5 5
Add 2(F) and 3(E) beads, just like in step
nr 4. Finish after passing through the
original (E), the one closest to the centre
of the motif. Figure 5.

6
Sew through 2(F), 1(E), 1(F). Pick up 2(B),
then turn downwards by sewing through
the second holes of the (B) beads. Pick
up 2(B). Pass through the other holes
too, then sew through 1(F) and 1(E).
Figure 6.

7
Sew up through 1(F) and 2(B). Turn
downwards by sewing through the sec-
ond holes of all 4(B) beads. Pick up 1(A).
Sew down through the 4(B) beads, then
upwards through the newly added (A).
Pick up 4(B). Fix them to the right hand-
side of the (A) bead by sewing up through
FIGURE 6 FIGURE 7 the (A) once more. Figure 7.

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9
Sew down through 2(B), 1(E), 2(B). Turn
to the opposite direction by passing
through the second holes of the last 2(B).
Pick up 1(F). Sew up through the (E),
then pick up 1(F). Sew upwards through
the outer holes of the 2(B) beads at the
top right of the motif. Turn to the original
direction by sewing down through 2(B)
and 1(E). Figure 9.

10
Repeat steps nr. 5-9 until you have a long
enough bracelet. Figure 10.

11
You need to get to the top hole of the first
(D) at the top right corner of the bracelet,
with the thread hanging from right to
left hand-side, towards the bigger part
of the bracelet. After exiting the (E) sew
8 through 2(B), 1(C), 1(D), 1(C), then turn
TOP TIPS Exit the (A) and sew through the inner upwards through 4(B), 1(C), 1(D). Turn to
holes of the first 2(B) on the right hand- the opposite direction by sewing through
side. Join them by sewing backwards the second hole of 1(D). * Pick up 1(C),
HOLE CHECK Check both holes of the
through the second holes and once more 1(A), 1(E), 1(G). Sew backwards through
2-hole beads in advance!
through the inner holes in the original the (E) bead between the two last motifs.
EXTRA BEADS Have a few more Kite direction. Pick up 1(E). Sew through and Sew once more through 1(G) to fasten
beads on hand then you need – they can join the other 2(B) beads too. Pick up it to 1(E) and pick up 1(E), 1(A) and 1(C).
be clogged or deformed sometimes! 1(C), 1(D), 1(C). Sew up through 2(B), 1(E) Sew through the outer hole of the next
TENSION Keep good tension when you and 2(B). Pick up 1(C), 1(D), 1(C) once (D) on the left hand-side. Figure 11.
are joining the Quarter Tila beads! more, then sew through 1(B) on the top
right. Figure 8.

FIGURE 8 FIGURE 9

FIGURE 10

FIGURE 11

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FIGURE 12 12
Repeat from * until you fill in the combi-
nation of 1(C), 1(A), 1(E), 1(G), 1(E), 1(A),
1(C) between all the (D) beads at the top
of the bracelet. Figure 12.

13
Turn to the opposite direction by sew-
ing through the lower hole of the same
(D) you are exiting. Continue through
1(C), 4(B), 1(C) and both holes of (D). The
FIGURE 13 thread should hang towards the longer
part of the bracelet, from left to right
hand-side. Figure 13.

14
Fill in beads between the outer holes of
the (D) beads, just like in steps nr. 11-12.
Secure and trim both ends of the thread.
Figure 14.

FIGURE 14 15
Start a new thread to attach the clasp.
Sew to the outmost (E) bead at the right
hand side of the bracelet, with the thread
pointing upwards. Pick up 4(C), the clasp
and 4(C) again. Sew through the (E)
again, from the bottom to top. In case of
a different clasp you may need to adjust
the number of (C) in this step. Some of
FIGURE 15
the (C) might slide into the loop of the
clasp. Figure 15.

16
Pick up 2(C). Skip the first 2(C) picked
up in the previous step, and sew through
FIGURE 16 2(C), the clasp and 2(C). You are now on
the back side of the clasp. Figure 16.

17
ATTENTION: The (C) beads on the front
side of the clasp are not visible on this
diagram.
Pick up 2(C) and sew through the (E)
FIGURE 17 from the bottom to top. The (C) beads are
forming a Y-shape on the front and the
back of the clasp, too. Figure 17.

18
Sew to the other side of the bracelet,
and attach the second half of the clasp
to the outmost (E) bead in the same way
as in steps nr. 15-16-17. Secure and trim
SUPPLYSHOP the thread ends. Congratulations, your
Perles & Co., www.perlesandco.co.uk bracelet is finished!
The Bead Smith, www.beadsmith.com

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storytellingtutorial.etsy.com

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 MACRAME

Hawaii
FANTASY
Create this lively and colourful
necklace, perfect for summer

DESIGNED BY REBECCA STRATFORD

S
tep into summer with this fun to
make macrame project. Watch
as the macrame knots naturally
spiral as you make it. Also Rebecca has
used tassels, which are so current at
the moment you’ll be bang on trend. The
cluster of beads give it a chunky, but
not heavy feel and will stand out against
your everyday summer outfits. Make in
whatever colour you fancy and for under
a fiver to make, why not make two! 1
Start by cutting 8 lengths of 1mm waxed
cord, 1.25 metres each.

You will need:

n Mixed shapes and sizes of beads
n Tassels
n Charms
n Cord ends
n Jump rings
2
n Clasp
Take 4 lengths of cord and put them to
n Waxed cord one side, we will use those later. Take
n Scissors the other 4 lengths and knot them to-
n Pliers gether 6cm from the top. The tail is used
n Tape/Clipboard or macrame board to secure down either with tape, clip-
board or macrame board.

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3 7
Part the cords and stick/pin down the tail Repeat steps 4-6 until you have reached
and the two middle cords. The right and a 13cm length. It will start to spiral after
left cords are left free ready to begin our five or so knots. Remember to always
spiral knots. start a new knot with the right hand side.

4 8
Start by taking the right hand cord, take Next add 2-3 beads/charms to each
it under the middle two cords and place cord.
over the left hand cord.

9
5 Gather up all the cords and make a knot
Take the left hand cord and put it though tying all cords together and holding the
the loop on the right hand side. Notice beads in place.
you have now made the first know and
the two middle cords sit inside the knot.

10
Repeat steps 8-9 making around five or
6 six bunches of beads.
Taking the left and right cords in either
hand start to pull tight and the knot
moves up to the top. This bit is all about
tension.

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11
Next repeat steps 3-10 on the four cords
we put to one side earlier. This necklace
is created by making two symmetrical
sides.
COLOURWISE
Try browns and turquoise,
which are great for a
cool summer look.

14
Attach cord ends to the top by folding
over with a small amount of cord inside
and using your pliers, or glue in ends
work too - around 5mm.
12
Once both sides are finished, undo the
bottom knots on each half that holds the
last bunch of beads and holding them
upside down tie one large knot tying both
sides together.

15
Finish by adding jump rings and a clasp.

SUPPLYSHOP
The Bead Queen,
13
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Attach beads, tassels and charms to
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each cord that hangs from the large
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knot. Once you have added your beads
add a knot to secure. Cut to the length
you desire, I aim between 6-12cm. BEADLINK: www.thebeadqueenonline.co.uk

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 BEAD-WEAVING

GemDuo TWO

SQUARES
A flexible multi-strand necklace
with the two focal beads

DESIGNED BY JENNY ARGYLE

I
f you’re looking for a project to really
get your teeth into this multi-strand
necklace is perfect. Combining Gem-
Duo and MiniDuo beads with netting and
right angle weave stitches to embellish a
square Lunasoft cabochon and then add-
ing beaded chains to give a dramatic, but
wearable look. If you’d rather a bracelet
instead of a necklace, the components in
this design can be combined in a multi-
tude of ways. Make a multi strand brace- 1
let coming off one central component, Cut 1.5 metres of 4lb fireline. Place
or just make a long strand of the chain a size 11 beading needle on one end.
and wrap around your wrist for that boho Around the centre add 1(A) and 1(C) four
look. You could even just have the focal times.
component on a chain. The possibilities
are endless.

You will need:

n 4g Muscat 4206 size 11 seed beads (A) n Luna Soft 17mm Square
n 8g Muscat 4206 size 15 seed beads (B) n Luna Soft 22mm Square
n 40 x Crystal Gold Rainbow MiniDuo n 2 x gold oval hole jump rings (5mm)
beads (C) n 45 cm gold curb chain
n 29 x Matt Metallic Gold Copper Iris n Smoke Fireline (4lb)
GemDuo beads (D) n Size 11 beading needle
n 21 x Backlit Spectrum GemDuo beads n Chain nose pliers
(E)
n Thread burner 2
n 12 x Black California Gold Rush 2mm Pass through all the beads again in the
n Scissors
rounds (F) same direction to form a quadrant. The
n Bead design board
n 48 x Crystal Capri Gold 4mm bicones (G) working threads crossing through the
initial (A) bead.

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3 4 5
Add 2(B), 1(D) 2(B) and pass back Pass through 1(C) and 1(A) and repeat Add 4(B), change direction and pass into
through the (A) exited in the same direc- the last step (three times). Reposition the adjacent hole of the (D).
tion to form a circle of six beads. the working thread so that it is exiting
the initial (D) added.

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6 10 13
Add 2(B), 1(A), 2(B) and form a loop of Reposition the working thread so that Add 4(B), change direction and pass into
beads around the point of the (D) by it is exiting the seed bead at the outer the adjacent hole of the (E).
passing back through the hole exited in point. Add 2(B), 1(E), 2(B) and form a loop
the same direction. of five beads by passing back through the
seed bead exited.

14
Repeat steps 8 and 9 to add a (B) picot on
7 both sides of the (E).
Add 4(B), change direction and pass into 11
the adjacent hole of the GemDuo. Reposition the working thread so that it
is exiting the (E) and add 4(B). Change
direction and pass into the adjacent hole
of the (E).

15
Repeat steps 5 to 14 a further three
8 times to create a cross shaped compo-
Circle around and reposition the working nent. Return to the initial round, pass
thread so that it exits in the middle of the down through 2(B) and pass through the
last four seed beads added. Add 1(B) and 12 vacant hole of the (C).
pass through the next four seed beads. Add 2(B), 1(A), 2(B) and form a loop of
five beads by passing back through the
hole exited in the same direction.

TOP TIPS

BEAD SIZE The design was developed

using Miyuki size 15 seed beads. Other 16
9 size 15 seed beads are not round and Change direction and pass up through
Pass through five seed beads. Add 1(B) counts may need adjusting if a substi- two adjacent (B).
and pass through the next four seed tute is used.
beads

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17
Repeat steps 15 and 16 a further three
times. Then weave out to the point of the
cross component. Add 1(C) and pass into
the next (A) bead (4 times).

20 23
Repeat the process outlined in the last Add 3(B) and then pass through 4(B)
step a further seven times. Weave down beads.
18 to the (A) bead on the outside edge. Pass
Take the 17mm square. Reinforce the up through 5(B) beads. Add 2(B), 1(A),
last round to close the cross component 2(B) and pass down through 5(B) beads.
underneath. Repeat steps 15 and 16 to
secure the (C) beads into position on the
reverse. Place the (E) beads so that they
sit at the corners. Secure by adding a
1(F) between the picots of the (D) beads.

24
Repeat steps 21 to 23 a further seven
times. Weave out to the (A) bead picot
21 on the (D). Secure the corners by adding
Repeat the process outlined in the last 1(F) between the picot beads.
step a further seven times. Reposition
the working thread so it is exiting adja-
cent to the point of the (D). Add 3(B) then
19 pass through 2(B) beads.
Take the 22mm square. Reinforce the
last round of a second cross component
to close underneath. Repeat steps 15
and 16 to secure (C) beads into position
on reverse. Place the (D) beads so that
they sit along the sides. Working from
the centre, pass through 4(B). Add 1(D)
and 4(B). Pass through the adjacent hole 25
of (D) and 4(B). Add a comfortable working length to a
needle. Leaving a tail thread of 15cm,
weave around the (D) beads at one cor-
22 ner and exit an (A) bead. Add 1(B), 1(A),
Add 1(A) and then pass through next 2(B) 1(B) and pass back through the size (A)
beads. bead exited in the same direction.

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i nspiration
The design was the outcome of
experimenting with GemDuo beads
to create a bezel for a square Luna
Soft cabachon. A long multistrand
necklace is outlined here. The design
moves with wear so backlit GemDuo
26 28 beads were used to embellish and
Reinforce the initial right angle weave Pass through 2(B), 1(A), 2(B) and add create a feature of the rear of the
(RAW) unit by passing through six beads 1(A). Pass into 2(B) and 1(A). components.
so that working thread is exiting an (A)
bead. Add 2(B), 1(G), 2(B) and pass back
through the (A) bead.

29
Pass through 2(B) and add 1(A). Pass into
2(B) and 1(A). This completes a bicone 30
27 component. Add 1(B), 1(A), 1(B) to create a further
Then pass through 2(B) beads and the RAW unit. Then add 1(B), 1(C), 1(B), 1(A)
(G). Add 2(B), 1(A), 2(B) and pass back and 1(B). Change direction and pass into
through the (G). the adjacent hole of the (C).

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TOP TIPS

THREADS Tail threads can be weaved in

by changing direction in the right angle
weave rope.
ADJUST THE LENGTH Chain is used at
the rear of the design. The addition of
a lobster clasp would create an adjust-
able necklace length. 34 38
Add 4(B) and pass through the adjacent Repeat steps 25 to 37 until the desired
hole in the (F). chain lengths are reached (3 times).
Three strands were added to the 17mm
Square as indicated. One RAW unit at the
top corner allows the addition of a chain
using a 5mm oval jump ring.

31
Add 1(B) and pass into the (A) bead. Rein- 35
force by passing through all beads again. Add 2(B) and pass through the initial (A)
This completes a MiniDuo component. bead in this unit.

39
Three strands were added to the 22mm
Square as indicated. One RAW unit at the
top corner allows the addition of a chain
using a 5mm oval jump ring.

32 36
Add a further RAW component, bicone Pass through 4(B), add 1(B) and then
component and RAW component. Add pass through 4(B).
2(B), 1(E), 4(B). Pass into the adjacent
hole of the (F).

40
A bead design board was used to deter-
mine the desired lengths of the multi-
strands. In this design I repeated steps
25 to 37 (7, 7.5, 9 times). A curb chain of
length of 45 cm was added to the rear of
the design resulting in a 34 inch neck-
lace.
37
Pass through 1(A) and 4(B), add 1(B) and
33 then pass through 4(B). SUPPLYSHOP
Add 2(B), 1(A), 2(B) and pass back Old Bicycle Shop, www.oldbicycleshop.co.uk
through the (F). Form a loop of beads
around the point of the (F) by passing
back through the hole exited in the same BEADLINK: www.etsy.com/uk/shop/
direction. KeithAgnesDesigns

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we’retalkingabout * You will need:

*
n 24 x 3mm Fire polished
Bead - Chalk Lila Lumi (A)

LASER TATTOO HONEYCOMB

n 1g Miyuki Size 11 Seed
Beads - Duracoat Opaque
Dyed Ocean (B)
n 2g Toho Size 15 seed
beads - PF Rose gold (C)
n 6 x Laser Tattoo Honey-
comb Beads - Silk Turquoise
(D)
n 14mm Polaris Pearl Bead
(E)
n Size 13 Needle
n Fireline

1
Pick up 3(A) and through
them all again and the first
one once more.

T
here is a lot of talk it either way. It measures making It the design took
about all the new 6.5mm with two 0.7mm on a mind of its own and 2
beads currently on holes - Not simply “coated the bead became a quick to Pick up 1(B) and go into he
the market. Some people crystal” but actually col- make little gem. They would next (A) along.
love the idea of working oured, pressed glass with be fab strung on a necklace
with new beads, but it’s not assorted coatings. One of with other pretty Czech
everyone’s cup of tea. There these coatings is the Laser glass beads, or hanging off
is always the question of - Tattoo coating and this Silk earrings with a tassel com-
What can I do with them? Turquoise Core is one of ing out of the bottom.
In this feature, we’re going the best in my opinion. As As always I’d love to
to pick a bead each issue to soon as I received this bead see what you do with this
test and talk about. I knew I wanted to make design and if you want to be
So with that in mind, what something special and as featured on our facebook
are Laser Tattoo Honeycomb the beaded bead came to- page, send in your version to 3
beads? This beautiful Czech gether you kind of just know [email protected]. Continue adding (B) beads
Glass 2-Hole hexagonal when it’s right it’s right. Have fun! all the way around. Step up
shaped bead is flat on both Now I did plan for it to be into the first (B) bead.
sides, meaning you can use much bigger, but as I was

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4 8 12 15
Pick up 5(C) and go into the Pick up 1(C) and go through Pick up 1(A) and go into the Pick up 2(B) and go into the
next (B) along. the next 2(B), 1(D), 2(B). next (B) from the previous unused hole of the (D).
round.

5 9 16
Add two more sets of 5(C) Repeat step 8 twice more. 13 Pick up another 2(B) and go
between the other (B) beads. Finish by coming out of a Repeat step 12 twice more into the next middle (C) on
Once back to the first set new (C) bead just added. and then reinforce just the the next fire polished motif.
of 5(C) weave through the (A) beads by going thought Then pick up 2(B), 1(D), 2(B)
other middle (C). them all again and missing and go into the next middle
out the (B). (C) on the same fire polished
motif. (this will cause the (D)
to sit on the top of the fire
polished motif.

10
Pick up 2(C), 1(B), 5(C), 1(B),
6 5(C), 1(B), 2(C).
Pick up 2(B), 1(D), 2(B) and 14
go into the middle (C) of the Weave through until you’re
next set of five. coming out of the next (C)
added instep 8/9. Repeat 17
steps 10-13. Repeat once Continue steps 15 and 16
more again until you have all the way around. Weave
three fire polished motifs. through to be coming out of
Weave through to the mid- a (B) just before a middle (C)
dle (C) of a set of 5(C) of a from the previous round.
11 new fire polished motif (this
Come back through the (C) needs to be needle coming
you were coming out of in out towards a (D) bead.
7 step 9 from the opposite
Repeat step 6 twice more. side. Weave through to the
Weave through to be com- first (B).
ing out of a (B) just before a
middle (C) from the previous
round.
18
Pick up 1(C) and weave
through the 2(B), 1(D), 2(B).

I SS U E 8 8 n B E A D & J E W E L L E R Y 77
 beads by just going though
them again and missing out
the (B) beads

19 25 27
Continue adding (C) beads Pop in your (E) and pull Repeat step 26 twice more
all the way around for a tight. Coming out of a (B) and finish by coming out
total of six new (C) beads. just before a middle (C) of (B) bead that you’ve just
Step up into a new (C) bead 23 from the previous round, added.
Repeat steps 20-22 all the pick up 1(C) and go through
way around for a total of the 2(B), 1(D), 2(B). Repeat
3 fire polished motifs. You twice more.
may find that you need to
work backwards from step
21-20 to get the loop for the
next two motifs and then
just add the (A) beads in as
in step 22. Weave up to a
20 middle (C) on a set of 5(C) 28
Pick up 2(C), 1(B), 5(C), 1(B), with. Your needle coming Pick up 1(A) and go into the
2(C) and come though the out towards a (D) bead. next (B) from the previous
next (C) along from the pre- 26 round. Repeat twice more
vious round in the opposite Coming out of a new (C) and then reinforce the (A)
side of the bead to give a pick up 2(C), 1(D), 2(C) and beads by going through
loop. go into the next (C) along them all again and miss-
from previous round. ing out the (B) beads from
previous round. Weave in
your threads.

24
Pick up 2(B) and to into
the unused hole of the (D).
Repeat all the way around
21 for a total of six 2(B).
Pick up 2(C), 1(B), 2(C) and SUPPLYSHOPS
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 You will need:
n 5g Toho beads round inside
colour aqua/lt jonquil lined
size 8 TR-8-954
n 5g Toho beads round
galvanized aluminum size 8
TR-08-558
n 5g Toho beads round
opaque-rainbow dandelion
size 11 TR-11-402
n 5g Toho beads round
silver-lined milky aqua size
11 TR-11-2117
n 5g Toho beads round
galvanized aluminum size 11
TR-11-558
n 5g Toho beads round
opaque dandelion size 15
TR-15-45
n 5g Toho beads round
opaque-frosted sunset or-
ange TR-11-50F

bright is
n 100x Czech fire polished

beautiful
beads 4mm round yellow
n 100 x Czech faceted ron-
delle beads 3mm x 4mm
n Cabochon 18mm round
n Beadsmith white sturdy
bead foundation one sheet
4.25”5.5”
n Imitation leather sheet
20x30cm
n Feathers in a bright mix
n Fold over elastic sunshine

Feel part of the Rio carnival in this yellow 1 metre

n Scissors
fabulous bead embroidery hairpiece n Size 11 beading needles
n Dressmaking pins
DESIGNED BY POPPY BYFORD n Nymo/Slon thread (cream,
blue and orange)

F
n Pencil
or the bead embroidery enthusiasts of came up with the idea she envisaged a neck-
n E6000 glue
our readers, this piece will have you lace and rightly so, this would look amazing as
dancing in the streets to a modern a necklace added to a piece of ribbon. Which- n Peg
drum beat. Encompassing everything that is ever way you wear yours, you will be the talk of
carnival, this wonderful hair piece will be a the town. Knowledge of bead embroidery and BEADLINK: www.facebook.com/
show stopper on a night out. When Poppy first back stitch is needed for this project. perfectlyuniqueuk

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 BEAD EMBROIDERY

4
Now we are going to work on
the lotus looking flower just
above the cabochon. Using
the orange colour nymo and
using your size 11 orange
seed beads as well as the
4mm orange faceted rondelle
beads. Using back stitch
use the size 11 seed beads
1 you want to bead the outline 6 9
Firstly you need to draw the of each of the petal shapes With the lotus flower filled, Now as we did for the lotus
shape of the hair piece in starting outwards in from we move on to the edging us- flower, but using size 11
white beading foundation and both sides. This creates the ing the cream nymo and the galvanised aluminium seed
then cut it out. At the bottom flower effect. size 8 galvanised aluminium beads, bead the outline of
I would recommend leaving seed beads, bead around the the three petals you have just
plenty of foundation for the entire flower. completed on both sides.
cabochon, you can trim the
rest off at the end.

5
Then we are going to fill each
petal, moving between the 7 10
size 11 seed beads and ron- Continue making single petal Doing exactly the same as
2 delle beads. You will notice shapes using blue nymo and step 6 but with yellow size 11s
Now using your chosen cabo- the flower is symmetrical the size 11s milky aqua seed and cream nymo create the
chon put some E6000 glue with the beads, so you will beads along the outlines. outlines of each petals, here
on the back and put in place be doing exactly the same Then start filling each petal you will be filling any gaps
on the foundation. Hold it in on both sides so they match. individually following around all the way to the lotus with
place for 60 seconds and let Starting with the left side the outline in size 8s aqua this colour, as shown in the
dry for an hour before con- bead a column of the rondelle seed beads, then back to size picture.
tinuing, to avoid it coming off. beads then a column of size 11s and finally, filling the
11 seed beads, this should centre with a combination of
fill your first petal. I prefer to both until it’s completely full
work outwards in so person- of beads.
ally would move over to the
right side and do the same.
Then you will be working the
two inside petals doing one
column of rondelles, a col-
umn of size 11s next to it. The
centre is seed beads and two
rondelle beads and back to TOP TIPS
3 seed beads and finishing with
While it’s drying I would nor- a final column of size 11s. COLOUR ME IN If you are new
mally draw any details I want Repeat on the right side. to bead embroidery or are
onto the foundation to give a Now we have the centre petal 8 having trouble getting the
guideline, it doesn’t matter if which is rondelle beads all Do this for all three petals hang of filling the gaps tightly
you go off course from it, it’s the way around. Half of the on both side of the hairpiece get a felt tip pen and colour
only a guide to give you direc- middle, the remaining space (remembering it’s got to be the area in before starting
tion. The cabochon will harden either side and bottom is symmetrical) and this will take the eye
overnight. Make sure it’s cen- filled with the size 11s. away from the gaps until you
tral and there is enough room get better are filling.
to bead around it.

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night, we can attach the

elastic banding to the bottom
of the foundation. Cutting the
required length to fit your
head and making sure you
give yourself enough to be
able to tie a bow. Use dress-
making pins to hold it in place
while you sew it down.

11 14 19
Next you will be filling using Now all the beading is com- Now place the backing to the
yellow fire polish then filling plete trim any excess foun- side while you spread E9000
the remaining gaps with size dation including under the glue over the back of the
11 and 15 yellow seed beads cabochon, leaving you with entire piece. Place the back-
until completely filled. Re- the final shape of the hair- ing on top, rubbing it down
membering to do exactly the piece. to smooth and to make sure
same the opposite side. every part is covered.

20
17 Finally, you need to trim any
I’ve used nymo thread and excess backing. I tend to do
have sewn all the top, sides this when it’s still wet, as this
and bottom to make it very enables you to lift up to cut
secure, as it’s the part of the any awkward areas but if you
piece that will take all the prefer to do it when it’s dried
stress. that’s entirely up to personal
preference. Leave to dry over-
15 night and you have completed
12 Now gathering one yellow, you carnival hairpiece.
Finally as we have done on one orange and one blue
all the rest, use the size 11 feather and your E6000 glue,
galvanised aluminium seed dab a good amount of glue COLOURWISE
beads to edge the petal we on the back of where the
Alternative colour ways
have just completed on both cabochon is. Then placing
can be any of your favour-
side. the feather ends onto the
ite combinations, that’s
glue, hold it in place for 60
the beauty behind this
seconds. Follow up by using
particular design.
a peg to hold them in place 18
overnight while they dry and We are now going to back
harden. Make sure they are the hair piece. This is
neat at the front as once they purely done to make it
are dry you cannot alter their look neat and hide all
positions. However when they the sewing, because it’s
are dry you can trim any loose purely decorative I tend
bits to neaten. to glue it down to avoid
further thread showing
13 if sewn. Cut a piece of
Continuing using the same imitation leather back-
size 11 galvanised aluminium ing (you can use leather if you
seed beads, bead around prefer) big enough to cover
the cabochon to give it a nice the entire piece.
smooth finish.

16
Now the feathers have dried
and hardened in place over

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 LOOKING BACK

Where it all began.. Get to know how our editor

Vicky Roberts first started in
jewellery designing

What was your first ever beading So where did you go from here?
project? I’ve always had an inter- After this I took two beading class-
est in beads ever since I was a es at the Bead Trail in Northwich,
child, but my first encounter came the first one was a twisted her-
in 2009 after stumbling across ringbone rope, which still lies in
a beautiful little bead shop in my drawer unfinished. The second
Scotland. From that moment on I was a peyote bezelled rivoli, which
was hooked. Like a lot of beaders, I enjoyed much more and as most
I started stringing, moving on to of you know from reading the up a bead I’m now the Editor of
wirework and then polymer clay. It magazine I often use this technique Bead and Jewellery, designing and
was only after owning my own bead a lot in my designs. After that, I making multiple designs a month
shop that I got into bead weaving stocked up on books of all different and still loving being a part of a
and bead embroidery. techniques and pretty things and community that no matter where
My first bead weaving project taught myself as much as pos- in the world we are, we can always
was a spiral rope, that after sible. Once I’d developed skill and find a friend via social media,
I finished it I put it into confidence I started designing my bead groups or beading classes. A
my bead shop window. own pieces and soon ventured into wonderful community full of like
A lady came in to look teaching in the shop. I made so minded people with a passion for
at it and it promptly many beady friends this way, most jewellery. What’s not to love!
fell apart in her hand. who I still keep in contact with even
Needless to say, I was now long after the shop has gone. What advice would you give to other
a bit mortified and stood From there, I entered competitions people who are just starting out in
and listened to her tell- including Battle of the Beadsmith, the world of beading? Don’t be put
ing me how being the owner British Bead Awards and Bead off if things don’t work out how you
of a bead shop I needed to be able Dreams. I love making big pieces want them to straight away. Keep
to turn my hand to most types of that I can probably never wear, persevering with it and eventu-
jewellery. A year and a half later but would be seen for their artistic ally, it becomes easier. Believe in
in 2013, I took first place for the nature for the rest of my designing yourself that you can make what-
finished jewellery category of The days. I have to admit I do get a little ever you want to and find a way.
British Bead Awards and the same buzz when people ooh and ahh over Whatever type of jewellery making
lady came with me to the awards the millions of bezels I did for my you decide to do have fun and enjoy
day at The Big Bead Show and ‘Enchanted’ collar or want to know it.
continues to be a close friend even what the inspiration for a certain
now. Although she still laughs at piece was.
me even now for my ‘baggy rope’ So where am I now… well eight
as she calls it. and a half years after I first picked

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