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Braided Seed Bead Bracelet
by Elaina at Lima on 12/10/20
I always get excited when we get in a new batch of seed beads- I love thinking of new designs to create with them! For this bracelet, I simply...
Water's Edge Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 12/03/20
I was really excited to design something with these new walnut wood resin stick focals- I love the colors & how light-weight they are! For this...
Sparkling Snow Necklace Set
by Elaina at Lima on 11/25/20
This week, I had gift-giving in mind! By spending approx. $20 on materials, you can create four unique, simple, and budget friendly designs-perfect...
A Star is Born Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 11/19/20
I love the simplicity of this necklace & how quick & easy it is to make. It looks great with any outfit, and with the cost of supplies being under...
Lotus Flower Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 11/12/20
When I first saw this Lotus pendant, I knew I wanted to use it in a design. I paired it with Czech glass & seed beads to create a budget friendly...
Beaded Face Mask Lanyard
by Elaina at Lima on 11/05/20
I love the idea of mask chains, but I also wanted to make something colorful & more unique than just plain chain. So I decided on this beaded...
Seed Bead Bracelet Stack
by Elaina at Lima on 10/29/20
Budget friendly and easy to make, seed bead bracelet stacks are perfect for gift giving! This design is a great way to use up leftover seed beads...
Desert Rain Earrings
by Elaina at Lima on 10/15/20
These earrings are super easy to make and to wear! I love the simplicity of the design & how the metallic earth tones look with the silver.
Chakra Earrings
by Elaina at Lima on 10/15/20
These linear drop earrings represent the seven Chakras, and to make you only need wire, earwires, a chakra chips stretch bracelet, and round nose...
Enchanted Garden Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 10/15/20
This necklace is made up of seed bead & Czech glass bead links, finished off with a tiny pavé charm. I love the soft, sparkling color palette & the...
Out West Necklace Set
by Elaina at Lima on 10/15/20
For this design, I used microsuede, seed beads, & silver accents to make a 3-layered necklace. I love the color combo & how they all look worn...
Ribbon & Chain Bracelet
by Elaina at Lima on 10/15/20
This budget-friendly bracelet is a great gift idea or the perfect holiday outfit accessory (or both!). Simply weave a piece of ribbon through a...
Malachite Earrings
by Elaina at Lima on 10/15/20
For this design, I paired Malachite chips with gold accents to make a simple pair of dangle earrings.
Peach Mojito Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 03/19/20
For this design, I made a long bead chain with Malachite & Pink Rhodochrosite Chips. I love making this type of necklace because it doesn't require...
Spring Break Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 03/19/20
For this design, I used Amazonite & Pink Rhodochrosite chips to create a beach-inspired necklace. I love the color combination of pink & blue,...
Sea Sun Surf Bracelet
by Elaina at Lima on 03/19/20
For this design, I used Amazonite & carnelian chips to create an easy-to-make & inexpensive bracelet. I especially love how the amazonite really...
Summer Daydream Bracelet
by Andrea at Lima on 02/13/20
Once the holidays are over, I automatically start thinking about summer vacation. There is always a desperate search for sun when you live in...
Woven Hemp Bracelet
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
These beaded woven tubes are great for creating a quick & unique bracelet. For these bracelets, you just need the woven pieces and some hemp!
Blue Magnesite Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
For this necklace, I strung turquoise magnesite nuggets onto waxed linen & attached to deer tan leather lace. It's simple to make and I think the...
Stargazer Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
For this necklace, I made bead links with these gemstone stars and tiny crystals & attached them to a piece of chain. You can make this necklace...
Crystal Cave Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
For this necklace, I wire wrapped gemstones, pearls and crystals around a crescent focal. The addition of the rock crystal points really make it...
Emerald Isle Earrings
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
To make this plain pair of hoops stand out, you just need to simply slide on your favorite beads!
Beaded Chevron Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
For this necklace, I made bead links with seed beads & attached them to the chain in a chevron pattern.
Daydreamer Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
To make this unique focal necklace, I simply attached these crescent pieces together, and wire wrapped them with crystals.
Beaded Fringe Earrings
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
Easily transform these paddle pendants into a pair of statement earrings by adding a bead link & some chain!
Beaded Hemp Choker
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
For this necklace, use hemp and your favorite large hole beads. Once you've mastered the square knot, it's a very quick necklace to make.
Mystic Twilight Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
For this necklace, simply string your favorite beads onto a piece of waxed linen and attach to chain.
Silk Wrap Bracelet
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
The silk ribbon and large hole beads are great for making a quick, trendy wrap bracelet.
Budding Lilac Stretch Bracelet
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
It's easy to make these pre-made stretch bracelets uniquely yours by simply adding tassels & charms.
New Years Eve Earrings
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
To make these duster earrings, I made bead links with tiny crystals and attached them to the bottoms of pieces of chain. I love the dramatic effect...
Calypso Earrings
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
These Czech glass cluster earrings are super fun to wear and are sure to instantly brighten up any outfit!
Wanderlust Bracelet
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
For this bracelet, I made bead links with seed beads & attached them to chain with a focal link. These bracelets are simple to make and you can...
Starburst Earrings
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
It's easy to transform these simple chevron focals into a unique pair of statement earrings with just some Czech glass, wire, and a bit of chain!
Simple Pearl Focal Necklace
by Elaina at Lima on 11/07/19
This delicate pearl necklace is an elegant, stylish addition to any outfit, and it's very easy to make!
Sun-Kissed Melon Shamballa Bracelet
by Andrea at Lima on 06/06/19
I wanted to try out the new large hole Czech glass melon beads, so I decided try a shamballa style bracelet with silk string. I love the earthy...
Cowrie Hemp Bracelet
by Andrea at Lima on 08/30/18
This boho inspired bracelet is perfect for layering up with other bracelets such as gemstone stretch bracelets or metal bangles.
Chatter
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- Maggies Mom on “A New Life”:
“Well said! Both are pretty, but I love the leaf necklace!…” read »
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