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A Test Piece with Plans and Pliers

by Little Round Chick on 08/17/20
OK Students. Gather round. This pleated piece of copper is a test strip that is tightly folded.

I made it several days ago but didn't take the...
Components: 26ga copper, illustration of folding technique, various pliers


Samplers for Robin

by Beady Little Eyes on 07/31/20
The question you asked about my last necklace got me thinking so I made a few samplers. The first ones are 3 bead herringbone- 6/0 seed beads, 8/0...
Components: 8/0 seed beads - silk lilac, pink, blue, o Orange, silk green, 6/0 seed beads -blues and orange 3 mm AB light topaz copper tiles and superduos


Tiny Dancer Bag Charm

by Elaina at Lima on 07/30/20
For this design, I used some of my favorite beads to create this super cute little bag charm! I love how easy these are to make, and that you can...
  With Step-by-Step Instructions


Noreena Jasper

by BevB on 07/27/20
This is a Noreena Jasper, also known as Australian Red Picture Jasper. I will wear it with a chain or leather cord.
Components: Noreena Jasper, gold and copper wires


Merlinite

by BevB on 07/15/20
Kitty knew I was looking for Merlinite. She surprised me with this piece...it is one of my birthday presents from her. I think the bottom wire...
Components: Merlinite, hematite, silver, gold, rose gold and copper wires


Playing with clay

by Robin nursechick on 07/12/20
I was totally inspired by the colorful LB main page. It’s always so full of colorful fun designs. It’s been over a year since I worked with...
Components: I used soft polymer clay, transfer sheets, antiquing paint, and diamond glaze. Next step is creating!


The Lady and the Sprite

by BevB on 07/08/20
If you look closely at the lady's right shoulder, you will see a winged figure. Maybe you would call it a sprite, a fairy, or an angel. The wires...
Components: Black lip shell carved cameo, rose gold and gold wires.


Self portrait

by Robin nursechick on 07/05/20
I was looking at the” fun with felt section” on LB and just thought I’d have some fun. I have to work on lips and no that’s not hair on her chin,...
Components: Felt and seed beads


Using my stash

by Robin nursechick on 06/24/20
Cleaning my bead room is like laundry-never ending. I’ve been throwing all the extra beads in mason jars because I can’t see just throwing them...
Components: Wool felt, seed beads, wool thread and DMC thread, buttons and assorted decorations, fiber fill, ribbon. Some patterns from Etsy and some I just winged it🙃


Wire wrapped quartz

by CKitty on 06/20/20
Wire wrapped quartz pendant
Components: Quartz crystal, stainless steel 24 gauge, and smoky quartz 28 gauge


Bev's tiny treasure

by BevB on 06/14/20


Orange sardonyx

by CKitty on 06/11/20
Orange sardonyx pendant.
I wanted to try something different. My Mama wire's wraps a lot of her pendants, so I thought I would give it a try....
Components: Orange sardonyx oval pendant Gold wire 20 Gold wire 22 Gold wire 24


Stones of Remembrances

by BevB on 05/25/20
Since this is Memorial Day, I thought it would be nice to post my Poppy Jasper mala. It is a stone of remembrance. The guru bead (from Lima) and...
Components: Poppy Jasper guru bead, Poppy Jasper beads, 1mm C-lon black thread, black/gold tassel


Sardonyx Mala

by BevB on 05/16/20
All of the materials are from Lima. I purchased the guru bead first and then the beads. I was at a yoga studio for a SPCA fund raiser, and a one if...
Components: Sardonyx guru bead, sardonyx beads, c-lon 1mm black cord


Summer Keychains

by R Fulton on 05/08/20
Cute keychains for summer inspired by the beautiful beachy colors of these seaglass pieces!
Components: Recycled glass potato chip pendants, silver plated charms and various beads on split ring keychains


Sidetracked

by Stingray on 04/22/20
My brother made a resin pendant from shop scraps;I asked if I could wrap it; he gave it to me;I set it to the side for later(day or 2 ago)....
Components: Resin and walnut pendant, Parawire: 22g bright copper(natural), 22g antique copper, 22g half-round antique copper


Ruby Line Quartz Set

by The Bead Boutique on 03/22/20
Loved this bright color of these beads and I am hoping my Customer's do as well!
Components: Using 8 mm and 6 mm ruby line agates and a ruby line agate heart pendant.


Orange sardonyx

by BevB on 03/06/20
I purchased the orange sardonyx from Lima Beads. I love the colors!
Components: Orange sardonyx, brass and antique brass wires and rose gold wire for the weaving.


Freeform agate

by BevB on 03/05/20
This is a freeform agate that I purchased from Lima Beads. I had my first wire weaving and cage class 2 weeks ago. This is my 6th piece that I have...
Components: Freeform agate, brass and antique brass wires, and copper wire for weaving.


Tiny wire wrapped gems

by CKitty on 03/05/20
I am a beginner at wire wrapping this is my second and third wire wrapped pieces. One is a Howlite with black wires. The other is a Paintbrush...


Sanibel Island Anklet

by Elaina at Lima on 02/27/20
For this design, I did a simple square knot with hemp and knotted in the cowrie shells as I went. I made this as an anklet, but I also think it...
  With Step-by-Step Instructions


North Pole Felt Trivet

by Elaina at Lima on 12/05/19
These felt pieces are great for creating endless holiday projects! This festive trivet would make a great centerpiece on your table. It can be made...
  With Step-by-Step Instructions


Mystery Tree for Winter

by Beady Little Eyes on 11/09/19
Decorated my Mystery Tree for winter. Did this to announce the posting of my website. Please see my profile. Thank you all for egging me on.
Components: Bead tree made with goldstone beads from LB and various other beads. Oh - and a little snowman pin.


Atlantis Cowl

by Andrea at Lima on 10/31/19
I think this is a great way to use the new sari silk cord. One skein can create two shorter cowls or one that is double layered. This is a great...
  With Step-by-Step Instructions


Mystery Tree

by Beady Little Eyes on 10/20/19
I have these beautiful goldstone beads from LB so I decided to use them to make an unadorned tree. Added leaves and flowers (just laid them on the...
Components: LB - Goldstone 6mm hearts, and 3 x 14 mm tubes, 11/0 seed beads -brick colored, czech glass flowers-red, translucent green and gold leaves.


Winter Wonderland Pin

by Andrea at Lima on 10/17/19
This is a fun way to dress up your coat or favorite sweater for the season, without being too tacky!

I used a head pin to attach the felt round,...


Pin Me Up Scotty

by Andrea at Lima on 09/26/19
I think this pin and a chunky sweater are the perfect match for fall style.
  With Step-by-Step Instructions


Wire-Wrapped Felt Rounds

by Andrea at Lima on 09/26/19
I wanted to show how you can easily make a bead link out of felt rounds.


Raffia Tassel Keyring

by Elaina at Lima on 08/08/19
These raffia tassels are perfect for adding some color to your key ring!
  With Step-by-Step Instructions


Nassa Shell Anklet

by Elaina at Lima on 08/08/19
Attach these shell charms to your favorite bead chain for an on-trend anklet or bracelet.
  With Step-by-Step Instructions


Square Knot Keychain

by Elaina at Lima on 07/25/19
This keychain is made with a simple square knot and your favorite cord.
  With Step-by-Step Instructions


Amethyst Dreamcatcher

by Elaina at Lima on 07/18/19
This dreamcatcher pendant is simple to make, and can be used as a window hanging, a rearview mirror hanging, or as a necklace.
  With Step-by-Step Instructions


Suggestions

by Little Round Chick on 06/14/19
I made this copper wire spiral just to see how big I could make it. It's about 5 inches in diameter and is made with 12ga wire. Now that I've...
Components: 12ga copper electrical wire


Wildflower Hairpins

by Elaina at Lima on 06/06/19
With just some wire and your favorite Czech glass or gemstone beads, you can easily create your own unique hairpins.
  With Step-by-Step Instructions


Finished Kaliedeocycle

by Beady Little Eyes on 06/03/19
Finally finished it. I had all ready made the six triangles that are symmetrical so I decided to just use them instead of making 6 more. As you can...
Components: 11/0 seed bead


Kalideocycle

by Beady Little Eyes on 06/02/19
Watched a youtube video about Kalideocycles - Contemporary Geometric Beadwork by Kate McKinnon. My version is not yet complete but the thing is...
Components: 11/o seed beads - blue, Pink, brick, yellow, dark yellow, orange
  With Step-by-Step Instructions


Repurposed Picture Frame

by Vivian on 03/26/19
I found a cheap, ugly frame at the dollar store and proceeded to jack it up with different shades of gold, textured paper, gems and bead caps, wire...
Components: Let your imagination be your guide here. I surrounded the picture with twisted brass wire, which I twist with the help of an electric drill and a vise. I held it in place with glue-gun glue. Super glue becomes too brittle for heavier placements.


Feather Lamp

by Vivian on 03/22/19
Another repurposed piece. Old lamp and shade which I had fun with.
Components: Handmade tissue paper, dyed feathers and textured paper, gossamer ribbon, handmade tassel, metallic paints and carnival beads, all applied at organized random.


Fairy Ribbon & Crystal Halo

by Elaina at Lima on 03/21/19
The crystal bead links on this fairy ribbon halo really make it sparkle, and would make a great accessory for your flower girl!
  With Step-by-Step Instructions


Fairest of Them All Journal

by Vivian on 03/15/19
I enjoy journaling, as well as drawing and painting, so I created this fun journal with heavy weight watercolor paper. This one is more of a coffee...
Components: Paper, paper, paper. I make my own tissue and decorate it with gold paint patterns, pasted to textured paper that I buy. I then raid my junk box for brass and copper wire, findings, beads and chain and have at having fun.


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