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Let it Snow Earrings
by Alex at Lima on 11/24/21
I started this design with the intent of making flowers and then I thought "a few tweaks and these would be snowflakes!"
I made two pairs. For...
I made two pairs. For...
Festive Tree Earrings
by Andrea at Lima on 11/18/21
The Green Aventurine triangle beads are the perfect shape for a tree! I added some coconut beads for the base and a Czech glass Star to crown the...
Suzy Snowflake Earrings
by Andrea at Lima on 11/18/21
I love these pretty in pink Etched Snowflake Czech Glass beads. This chilly design can be worn all winter long. I love retro things so of course I...
Xmas Lights Necklace
by Andrea at Lima on 11/18/21
I thought the bicone Czech glass beads were the perfect shape for Xmas lights. I found these tiny bead caps that finished them off perfectly. I...
Angel Paws Ornaments
by Andrea at Lima on 11/18/21
These ceramic ornaments are the perfect way to honor your four-legged friends. Embellish these ornaments with wood beads, felt, hemp, or colorful...
Country Christmas
by Kimberlywilliams60 on 11/06/21
This one is very special to me ....about 30 years ago my mother made all of us grandkids a Christmas ornament made from the barbed wire off of her...
Components: Lipstick ranch horse, silk ribbon in harvest colors, the new czech stars, size 11 seed beads, red, green and gold leather cord, E6000 glue and hemp cord
First frost
by Kimberlywilliams60 on 11/04/21
Today we had our first heavy frost ...woke up to everything glistening ....the fall was an odd one this year and the leaves that just turned pretty...
Components: Vintaj rabbit, gaea winter bundle pieces, czech glass beads in different shapes, the woodland toggel clasp, softflex in green and jump rings
Too soon ?
by Kimberlywilliams60 on 10/28/21
Very expensive Christmas ornament :)This one is for my aunt for Christmas....she loves everything that has the truck with the tree on it
Components: Gaea truck pendant, lipstick ranch rusted tree, gold chain, czech stars, twisted gold jump rings, sari silk ribbon, seed beads, craft wire, E6000
Winter felt garland
by Kimberlywilliams60 on 12/30/20
Love the pom pom garlands that are everywhere this year so since Christmas is over I wanted to make one that was winter themed to use through January
Components: Hemp cord, embroidery needles, felted snow flakes, felted rounds in white and grey
Snowflakes
by Kathryn R on 12/13/20
Collection of snnowflakes.
Components: LB snowflake frames, crystals, Swarovski crystals, bead tips, Czech beads, other glass beads.
2020 Snowflake
by Kathryn R on 12/13/20
Made this snowflake for a customer who is a nurse.
Components: LB snowflake frame, crystals, Czech beads.
Holiday Blend Necklace Set
by Elaina W on 11/19/20
Inspired by the holidays, I used Czech glass melons, seed beads, gemstones, and gold accents to create this festive set!
North Pole Felt Trivet
by Elaina W 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...
O' Felt Tannenbaum
by Andrea at Lima on 11/14/19
This is a cute piece that can be stood on a counter top or turned into an ornament. This felt tree can be used as a gift topper too!
Rainbow Felt Wreath Ornament
by Andrea at Lima on 11/14/19
These are bright, colorful, and festive. With this color arrangement, you could leave them out all year long. This is a fun and easy project. Use...
Sparkling Lights Earrings
by Ali on 11/14/19
These earrings can represent all the colors in your blooming garden, rainbows, or classic sparkling Christmas lights on the tree. Crystal is...
Snow-ring Ornament
by Ali on 11/14/19
These porcelain rings are the perfect focal link for an ornament. Add a great crystal or agate focal to the the bottom and a handful of soft felt...
Easy Felt Garland
by Ali on 11/14/19
Making garland has never been so simple. Choose from one of our fun felt mixes to make a 6' long garland perfect for your tree, mantle, or where...
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...
Tiny Tannenbaum Necklace
by Andrea at Lima on 10/20/19
Here at Lima Beads we have so many Czech glass bellflower beads and it is hard to think of creative ways to use them. I thought this tiny tree idea...
Snow Queen Necklace
by Andrea at Lima on 10/17/19
I love being drenched in shimmer for the holidays. I always purchase a new top and wear something like this to dress it up. I think it lays best...
Felt Wreath Ornament
by Andrea at Lima on 10/17/19
This sweet little wreath would add charm to your tree. You could make this wreath large enough to hang on your door too! I thought the felt needed...
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,...
I used a head pin to attach the felt round,...
Glistening Snowflakes
by Elaina W on 10/17/19
For these snowflakes, I used crystals, Czech glass, and recycled glass. They're fun to make, and you can create endless color combinations. They...
Rudolph vs. Frosty Earrings
by Elaina W on 10/17/19
Simply add some Czech glass to these ear wires to create a fun holiday accessory!
Candy Cane Felt Ornament
by Andrea at Lima on 10/17/19
These are simple and adorable ornaments to give as gifts and to keep few for yourself.
Frosted Berries Necklace
by Elaina W on 10/17/19
For this necklace, I made little clusters of pearls, crystals, and moonstones, attached them to the chain with jump rings, and added a CZ charm for...
Retro Felt Snowflake
by Andrea at Lima on 10/17/19
I wanted to try a small snowflake using non-traditional holiday colors. Make a bunch of these to decorate your packages.
Red Nose Reindeer Earrings
by Elaina W on 10/17/19
Easily create a fun holiday accessory with these antler bead caps & some Czech glass!
Holly Berry Bracelet
by Elaina W on 10/17/19
This simple & delicate bracelet is a great accessory for holiday party season!
Dew Drop Bracelet
by Elaina W on 10/10/19
This delicate bracelet is made by attaching tiny crystals & Czech glass to stainless steel chain.
Frosty Rivers Snowflake
by Andrea at Lima on 09/26/19
I love using these snowflake frames, felt is a wonderful component to use because they are so light-weight and come in a variety colors.
Crystal Studded Felt Earrings
by Elaina W on 09/26/19
To create these fun earrings, I simply sewed tiny crystals onto these great new felt balls.
Starry Night Necklace
by Elaina W on 07/11/19
Create a simple, sparkling necklace with these druzy star links.
Aqua Crystal Quartz Necklace
by Elaina W on 05/02/19
This necklace features aqua crystal bead links & a quartz focal pendant.
Shimmering Druzy Link Bracelet
by Elaina W on 03/21/19
The druzy link really makes this simple bracelet stand out!
Rock Crystal Bead Link Crystal Necklaces
by Elaina W on 03/21/19
The rock crystal bar necklace is a unique statement necklace for the bride, while the crystal bar necklace is great for a simple piece of jewelry...
Something Blue Necklace
by Elaina W on 03/21/19
Light blue crystal bead links and a white agate charm make up this y-necklace.
Chatter
- dolllady aka Pam on “Minimal”:
“If what you are using to create your post with is anything similar to my Fire…” read »
- Little Round Chick on “Taking a Break”:
“Great design with wonderful colors. Love the way you have used the charms and all…” read »
- Robin nursechick on “Minimal”:
“I don't know why the gemstone 8 mm stones description says Canadian- I have carnelian in…” read »
- Little Round Chick on “May Showers Bring Spring Flowers”:
“A wonderful design with excellent use of color. Reminds me of a necklace that's a…” read »
- Little Round Chick on “Kinda Wacky”:
“Kinda wacky, kinda different, kinda fun, definitely unusual. Looks like a sweetjane original with a…” read »
- Little Round Chick on “Brass Christmas tree ornaments”:
“I love the touches of colors and the sparkle of the rhinestones. Getting a head…” read »
- Little Round Chick on “At The Water’s Edge”:
“Ditto to all of the above comments. This is one gorgeous bracelet!…” read »
- Fresh Baked on “Brass Christmas tree ornaments”:
“Wow! I’m impressed with you planning ahead! These will be really cute ornaments that your…” read »
- Fresh Baked on “Taking a Break”:
“Sounds like a fun date to get out! I do love the large cork hoop…” read »
- Crystal Canary on “Pablo”:
“Love the orange & blue silk with the focal. The ringy chain adds nicely to…” read »
- Crystal Canary on “May Showers Bring Spring Flowers”:
“Love the cluster of beads above the focal--reminds me of a floral bouquet! So sweet…” read »
- Crystal Canary on “Gilded Autumn Necklace”:
“tarzmig, I believe the focal bar has glue in tips, so I'm pretty sure that you…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Taking a Break”:
“Fantastic bracelet and earrings! They are perfect colors.…” read »
- tarznig on “Gilded Autumn Necklace”:
“I'm a bit confused. Never did this before. Could I thread the wire through the bead to…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “Pablo”:
“I'm with Nancy! I'm not a Picasso fan, but love this necklace. Maybe, you…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “Pablo”:
“Almost forgot, did you draw "free hand" a copy of the picasso painting you have on…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “Pablo”:
“You know me well enough to know that this is not my usual preference but I…” read »
- sweetjane on “May Showers Bring Spring Flowers”:
“Thanks you all! Nancy always sends me such beautiful beads to work with. Plus, I've got…” read »
- EARHEAD on “Asymmetry”:
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- Robin nursechick on “Kinda Wacky”:
“Jane, it's very eclectic and I love it. I love those connectors! Fun and…” read »
- Robin nursechick on “May Showers Bring Spring Flowers”:
“What a beautiful necklace, Jane. I love the beads you chose- especially the rectangle blue…” read »
- Granny Nancy on “May Showers Bring Spring Flowers”:
“Oh Jane, this is just so pretty. It will appeal to almost anyone especially those who…” read »
- MH on “May Showers Bring Spring Flowers”:
“Gorgeous11…” read »
- Melody F on “May Showers Bring Spring Flowers”:
“Oooh! Very pretty! Extremely lovely! I would just add a tiny carnelian bead…” read »
- dolllady aka Pam on “May Showers Bring Spring Flowers”:
“Ahhh-mazing! This necklace is stunning. The colors and beads are so cohesive. This would…” read »
- Beady Little Eyes on “Kinda Wacky”:
“Very fun and unusual choices of beads and charms. Love it.…” read »
- Beady Little Eyes on “At The Water’s Edge”:
“So much to see in your bracelet. Love the array of beads and findings. I really…” read »
- Beady Little Eyes on “Brass Christmas tree ornaments”:
“I love what you did with the Christmas trees. They're beautiful and fun.…” read »
- Beady Little Eyes on “Follow the Sun Necklace”:
“What a wonderful group of necklaces. Nice work.…” read »
- Beady Little Eyes on “Citrus Blossom Bracelet”:
“Wow. I love your bracelets. The recycled glass flowers are great. And the necklace is adorable.…” read »
- Robin nursechick on “At The Water’s Edge”:
“Linhasita wax cord is the only I use. They have hundreds of colors and sizes. I…” read »
- Crystal Canary on “At The Water’s Edge”:
“Thanks for the tip Robin. I'll also check online for the Linhasita cording. Using…” read »
- kye on “Brass Christmas tree ornaments”:
“These look great. Please post what you end up doing with them. I'd love to see…” read »
- Deb Harding on “At The Water’s Edge”:
“Thanks for that info Robin. I'm going to have to search for that. Never even heard…” read »
- K Ralston on “Brass Christmas tree ornaments”:
“Christmas in the Spring. Nice!…” read »
- K Ralston on “Kinda Wacky”:
“Glad to see you are feeling better and back to creating your pieces. You've got some…” read »
- sweetjane on “Kinda Wacky”:
“Thanks you all...the more I look at it the more I like it. It's unique...which…” read »
- Robin nursechick on “At The Water’s Edge”:
“Have you tried the 5mm polyester Linhasita wax cord? Try it and see if that…” read »
- Crystal Canary on “Kinda Wacky”:
“Jane, I think the acetate connector works great as a bracelet focal. I've also been…” read »
- Crystal Canary on “At The Water’s Edge”:
“Such nice comments--Thank you very much! It was encouraging to read all your kind…” read »
