Beadwork: Most Popular Articles
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Leather Wrap Bracelet - Czech Beads
Learn how to make a stylish wrap bracelet using leather cord, glass beads, and beading thread.
Learn how to make a stylish wrap bracelet using leather cord, glass beads, and beading thread.
Top Ten Free Bead Patterns
The Top Ten Free Bead Patterns - these are the most popular free bead patterns from the Beadwork.About.com site, updated weekly to reflect changes in beading trends and the popularity of beading styles.
The Top Ten Free Bead Patterns - these are the most popular free bead patterns from the Beadwork.About.com site, updated weekly to reflect changes in beading trends and the popularity of beading styles.
Summer Trimmings Bracelet Hub
Step-by-step directions for making the Summer Trimmings beaded cuff bracelet, with links to tutorials covering each phase of the project.
Step-by-step directions for making the Summer Trimmings beaded cuff bracelet, with links to tutorials covering each phase of the project.
Summer Trimmings Two-Drop Peyote Bracelet Pattern
A free beaded bracelet pattern using even-count two-drop peyote stitch.
A free beaded bracelet pattern using even-count two-drop peyote stitch.
Two Drop Peyote Stitch Diagrams
Easy to read diagrams demonstrating the two-drop peyote stitch beading technique.
Easy to read diagrams demonstrating the two-drop peyote stitch beading technique.
Fancy Tile Bead Bracelet
The materials list for the Fancy Tila Bead Bracelet Free Beading Pattern.
The materials list for the Fancy Tila Bead Bracelet Free Beading Pattern.
Elegant Tila Bead Bracelet
A free beading pattern for a simple, easy and elegant Tila bead bracelet that is embellished with Swarovski crystals.
A free beading pattern for a simple, easy and elegant Tila bead bracelet that is embellished with Swarovski crystals.
Spiral Rope Chain
The Spiral Rope Chain AKA The Internet Spiral beading technique is simple to learn with this beading tutorial from your Beadwork Guide
The Spiral Rope Chain AKA The Internet Spiral beading technique is simple to learn with this beading tutorial from your Beadwork Guide
Double Peyote Toggle Clasp for Two-Drop
Learn how to add a beadwoven double clasp to a cuff bracelet. This tutorial uses the free Summer Trimmings pattern as an example.
Learn how to add a beadwoven double clasp to a cuff bracelet. This tutorial uses the free Summer Trimmings pattern as an example.
African Helix
African Helix Beading Stitch Learn the neat beading stitch called African Helix by Emily Hackbarth
African Helix Beading Stitch Learn the neat beading stitch called African Helix by Emily Hackbarth
Twin Beads Bracelet Pattern - Spring
Use twin beads and seed beads to stitch this colorful bracelet.
Use twin beads and seed beads to stitch this colorful bracelet.
Animal Design Bead Patterns
Here are some free bead patterns of animals for Peyote stitch, brick stitch, square stitch or for loom weaving. These animal bead patterns include a mountain lion, elephant, penguins, an owl, and a buffalo. These bead patterns are not complex, making them a great first pattern to use to teach beading or to learn beadwork yourself. Try these excellent<A HREF="http://beadwork.about.com/od/freebeadlessonstutorials/Free_Beading_Lessons_and_Tutorials.htm"> Beading Lessons</A> for new beaders.
Here are some free bead patterns of animals for Peyote stitch, brick stitch, square stitch or for loom weaving. These animal bead patterns include a mountain lion, elephant, penguins, an owl, and a buffalo. These bead patterns are not complex, making them a great first pattern to use to teach beading or to learn beadwork yourself. Try these excellent<A HREF="http://beadwork.about.com/od/freebeadlessonstutorials/Free_Beading_Lessons_and_Tutorials.htm"> Beading Lessons</A> for new beaders.
Introduction to Bead Embroidery
Part One of a Two Part Course on Bead Embroidery - Preparing Your Fabic
Part One of a Two Part Course on Bead Embroidery - Preparing Your Fabic
Easy Tila Ladder Bracelet
Use ladder stitch and two-hole Tila beads to weave a cute bracelet.
Use ladder stitch and two-hole Tila beads to weave a cute bracelet.
Tila Necklace Vertical Netting
Use two-hole Tila beads to make an Egypt inspired necklace with a fringe of vertical beaded netting.
Use two-hole Tila beads to make an Egypt inspired necklace with a fringe of vertical beaded netting.
Bead Size Chart
Print out the chart for easy reference when comparing bead sizes.
Print out the chart for easy reference when comparing bead sizes.
Emerald City Bracelet
This free beading pattern works up quick for a gorgeous beaded bracelet with Swarovski crystal bicones and gold-colored metallic seed beads. An art deco toggle clasp makes this piece look like a piece of fine jewelry and is delightful to wear.
This free beading pattern works up quick for a gorgeous beaded bracelet with Swarovski crystal bicones and gold-colored metallic seed beads. An art deco toggle clasp makes this piece look like a piece of fine jewelry and is delightful to wear.
African Net Necklace
This African Net Bead Beaded Lace Necklace is made with seed beads using a netting beading technique and can be graphed as a bead pattern.
This African Net Bead Beaded Lace Necklace is made with seed beads using a netting beading technique and can be graphed as a bead pattern.
EC Flat Peyote Stitch Diagrams
A diagram tutorial for even-count flat peyote stitch.
A diagram tutorial for even-count flat peyote stitch.
African Net Bead Lace Necklace
African Net Bead Necklace - Bead Lace Necklace - Emily Hackbarth African Net Bead Lace Necklace
African Net Bead Necklace - Bead Lace Necklace - Emily Hackbarth African Net Bead Lace Necklace
Russian Style Peyote Leaves
A step by step tutorial on how to create beautiful 3-dimensional Russian style leaves using peyote stitch.
A step by step tutorial on how to create beautiful 3-dimensional Russian style leaves using peyote stitch.
Tila Necklace - Magatama Layered Lace
A free seed bead pattern for a necklace featuring two-hole Tila beads.
A free seed bead pattern for a necklace featuring two-hole Tila beads.
Fiesta Twin Crystal Earrings
Learn how to make these lacy beaded earring using single- and two-hole seed beads and crystal bicones.
Learn how to make these lacy beaded earring using single- and two-hole seed beads and crystal bicones.
Beaded Earring Patterns
The Top Beaded Earring Patterns for beaders of all skill levels.
The Top Beaded Earring Patterns for beaders of all skill levels.
Beaded Herringbone Cord - Free Bead Pattern
Free bead pattern for Beaded Herringbone Cord aka Ndebele Weave using using Delica beads
Free bead pattern for Beaded Herringbone Cord aka Ndebele Weave using using Delica beads
Bricks and Strands Bracelet
Make this easy and very slinky Bricks and Strands Bracelet with seed beads and simple Brick stitch with this free bead pattern.
Make this easy and very slinky Bricks and Strands Bracelet with seed beads and simple Brick stitch with this free bead pattern.
Brick Stitch Inside Hoops
A free tutorial for making beaded hoop earrings by using brick stitch to weave beads on the inside of a metal ring.
A free tutorial for making beaded hoop earrings by using brick stitch to weave beads on the inside of a metal ring.
Hexagon Stitch Band
Master the twists and turns of hexagon stitch while making a truly unique beaded bracelet.
Master the twists and turns of hexagon stitch while making a truly unique beaded bracelet.
Hexagon Stitch Earrings
A free beaded earring pattern using basic hexagon stitch, also called hexagon angle weave.
A free beaded earring pattern using basic hexagon stitch, also called hexagon angle weave.
Make the Moroccan Coral Bracelet
Learn how to make the Moroccan Coral loom beaded bracelet one step at a time.
Learn how to make the Moroccan Coral loom beaded bracelet one step at a time.
Standard Square Stitch Beading Tutorial
Learn Standard Square Stitch beading with this great tutorial
Learn Standard Square Stitch beading with this great tutorial
Crystal Circle Beaded Pendant
This sparkling, three dimensional beaded pendant is made using two sizes of Swarovski bicone crystal beads and size 15 seed beads.
This sparkling, three dimensional beaded pendant is made using two sizes of Swarovski bicone crystal beads and size 15 seed beads.
Criss Cross Bracelet
Free beaded bracelet pattern made with seed beads and 10mm glass beads. This bracelet is comfortable to wear because it won't roll around on your wrist.
Free beaded bracelet pattern made with seed beads and 10mm glass beads. This bracelet is comfortable to wear because it won't roll around on your wrist.
Wreath Beaded Pendant
A free tutorial for a layered beadwoven circle pendant accented with gold Czech glass beads.
A free tutorial for a layered beadwoven circle pendant accented with gold Czech glass beads.
Horizontal Beaded Netting Bracelet Pattern - Turquoise Sand
A free pattern chart for a horizontal beaded netting bracelet band. The edges are embellished with beaded picots.
A free pattern chart for a horizontal beaded netting bracelet band. The edges are embellished with beaded picots.
Russian Style Netted Flowers
A step by step tutorial for making netted Russian-style flowers.
A step by step tutorial for making netted Russian-style flowers.
Loom Beading Pattern Moroccan Coral Bracelet
A nine column bracelet band pattern chart for loom beading or square stitch.
A nine column bracelet band pattern chart for loom beading or square stitch.
Golden Waterfall Tila Necklace
This free beading pattern is for a Golden Waterfall Necklace, made with Tila beads. Stitching the Tila beads on the diagonal gives the necklace an interesting shape and using metallic bronze beads gives it lots of shine and sparkle.
This free beading pattern is for a Golden Waterfall Necklace, made with Tila beads. Stitching the Tila beads on the diagonal gives the necklace an interesting shape and using metallic bronze beads gives it lots of shine and sparkle.
Flat Round Peyote Stitch
Step by Step tutorial for the beading stitch Flat Round Peyote, which is used in a variety of beading projects.
Step by Step tutorial for the beading stitch Flat Round Peyote, which is used in a variety of beading projects.
Tila Bead Segment Bracelet
Create a Bohemian style bracelet by linking together segments of beadwork featuring glass Tila and seed beads.
Create a Bohemian style bracelet by linking together segments of beadwork featuring glass Tila and seed beads.
Peyote Toggle Instructions
Directions for making your own toggle clasp using peyote stitch and Japanese cylinder beads
Directions for making your own toggle clasp using peyote stitch and Japanese cylinder beads
Beaded Snowflake Bead Pattern
Make this cute mini beaded snowflake as an ornament, beaded pendant, or make a pair for beaded earrings.
Make this cute mini beaded snowflake as an ornament, beaded pendant, or make a pair for beaded earrings.
Byzantine Medallion
Make this beautiful beadwoven pendant using sparkling Swarovski crystals and a variation of herringbone stitch. This project is suitable for an intermediate or advanced beader.
Make this beautiful beadwoven pendant using sparkling Swarovski crystals and a variation of herringbone stitch. This project is suitable for an intermediate or advanced beader.
Art Deco Necklace
A free set of instructions to make a lovely Art Deco-style necklace using Japanese cylinder beads, Swarovski crystals and vintage glass beads.
A free set of instructions to make a lovely Art Deco-style necklace using Japanese cylinder beads, Swarovski crystals and vintage glass beads.
Charted Peyote Bracelet Beading Patterns
This is a list of all the free charted peyote stitch bracelet patterns available on the site. Some of them have word charts associated with them, and some do not.
This is a list of all the free charted peyote stitch bracelet patterns available on the site. Some of them have word charts associated with them, and some do not.
Cellini Spiral Tutorial
Getting started with Cellini spiral stitch in this free beading tutorial.
Getting started with Cellini spiral stitch in this free beading tutorial.
Pansy Bracelet
Use two colors of 11/0 seed or Delica beads to create an adorable Pansy bracelet.
Use two colors of 11/0 seed or Delica beads to create an adorable Pansy bracelet.
Art Deco Tila Bead Bracelet
Use Tila beads and round seed beads to make an elegant, art deco inspired bracelet.
Use Tila beads and round seed beads to make an elegant, art deco inspired bracelet.
Before you Buy Pearls
Before you buy pearls, whether they be cultured pearls, freshwater pearls or glass pearls, check here for some great information and tips on getting the most for your money
Before you buy pearls, whether they be cultured pearls, freshwater pearls or glass pearls, check here for some great information and tips on getting the most for your money
Bedouin Beaded Necklace Part One
Bedoiun Beaded Necklace Using a Bead Netting Variation
Bedoiun Beaded Necklace Using a Bead Netting Variation
Jewelry for your Feet
bead beads beaded barefoot sandals chain foot jewelry
bead beads beaded barefoot sandals chain foot jewelry
Beginner's Patterns
Here's a list of some of the very best beginner's bead patterns. These bead projects are simple, straightforward, clearly-written, and are simple enough that even a first-time beader will complete a successful first beading project. Bead patterns include a Peyote stitch panel, a bead-and-wire ring, a beaded netted bracelet, brick stitch bracelet, and bead embroidered fabric edging. Simplicity of beading stitch and a desirable end-product are the secret to these great beginner's bead patterns.
Here's a list of some of the very best beginner's bead patterns. These bead projects are simple, straightforward, clearly-written, and are simple enough that even a first-time beader will complete a successful first beading project. Bead patterns include a Peyote stitch panel, a bead-and-wire ring, a beaded netted bracelet, brick stitch bracelet, and bead embroidered fabric edging. Simplicity of beading stitch and a desirable end-product are the secret to these great beginner's bead patterns.
Beginner Bracelet Patterns
The top beaded bracelet patterns for beginner beaders
The top beaded bracelet patterns for beginner beaders
Quick and Simple Projects - Beaded Rings and Beaded Headbands
Beaded Rings and Beaded Headbands make Quick and Simple Beaded Projects
Beaded Rings and Beaded Headbands make Quick and Simple Beaded Projects
Beading Contest List
An updated list of this year's beading contests and their sponsors.
An updated list of this year's beading contests and their sponsors.
Easy Earrings
Make lots of different (and easy) beaded earrings using simple wrapped loops with these free patterns.
Make lots of different (and easy) beaded earrings using simple wrapped loops with these free patterns.
Peyote Stitch Beading Class Part One - Flat Even Count Peyote Stitch Beading
Peyote Stitch Class Part One - Flat Even Count Peyote Stitch Beading
Peyote Stitch Class Part One - Flat Even Count Peyote Stitch Beading
Lady Jane Necklace
A free beading pattern for the Lady Jane necklace made with right angle weave.
A free beading pattern for the Lady Jane necklace made with right angle weave.
Berry Bracelet in Peyote Stitch and Square Stitch by Deb Moffett Hall
A sweet and delicate Berry Bracelet designed by Deb Moffett-Hall
A sweet and delicate Berry Bracelet designed by Deb Moffett-Hall
Bead Stringing With Beading Wire
Learn how to string beads using bead stringing wire and crimp tubes. Use this technique to create custom beaded necklaces, bracelets, and anklets.
Learn how to string beads using bead stringing wire and crimp tubes. Use this technique to create custom beaded necklaces, bracelets, and anklets.
Russian Spiral Beading Tutorial
A Russian spiral stitch tutorial with bead diagrams and example photos.
A Russian spiral stitch tutorial with bead diagrams and example photos.
Daisy Chains
Daisy Chain Beadwork Stitch
Daisy Chain Beadwork Stitch
St. Petersburg Leaves
A tutorial on how to make Russian-style beadwoven leaves using St. Petersburg stitch.
A tutorial on how to make Russian-style beadwoven leaves using St. Petersburg stitch.
Bead Embroidery Backstitch
This step by step tutorial walks you through beaded backstitch, the basic stitch used for bead embroidery, with seed beads and several variations using bugle beads and larger freshwater pearls.
This step by step tutorial walks you through beaded backstitch, the basic stitch used for bead embroidery, with seed beads and several variations using bugle beads and larger freshwater pearls.
Cha-Cha Earrings
A free pattern to make a pair of fun brick stitch earrings using seed beads and chunky glass drops.
A free pattern to make a pair of fun brick stitch earrings using seed beads and chunky glass drops.
African Net Beaded Necklace part Two - Color Patterns and Matching Earrings
Learn to Use Color Patterns on African Net beading and make the beaded earrings to match the beaded necklace
Learn to Use Color Patterns on African Net beading and make the beaded earrings to match the beaded necklace
Two and Three Drop Peyote
Step by step directions for two and three drop peyote stitch.
Step by step directions for two and three drop peyote stitch.
Freeform Peyote Bracelet
Make a Freeform Peyote Beaded Bracelet with leftover of beads from other beading projects by grouping them together by color, adding a beautiful focal bead, some additional accent beads, drop bead, lentil beads, and just about any other bead shape you can think of.
Make a Freeform Peyote Beaded Bracelet with leftover of beads from other beading projects by grouping them together by color, adding a beautiful focal bead, some additional accent beads, drop bead, lentil beads, and just about any other bead shape you can think of.
Beauty of Spring Necklace
The Beauty of Spring Necklace free beading pattern shows you how to create a beautiful, flowing necklace using seed beads, Czech fire polished beads, Czech pressed glass flower beads, and hand dyed silk ribbon.
The Beauty of Spring Necklace free beading pattern shows you how to create a beautiful, flowing necklace using seed beads, Czech fire polished beads, Czech pressed glass flower beads, and hand dyed silk ribbon.
Bead on a Loom
Learn how to weave beads on a bead loom that does not have a shedding device.
Learn how to weave beads on a bead loom that does not have a shedding device.
Iris - A Beaded Flower Design
A Dimensional Beaded Iris Flower
A Dimensional Beaded Iris Flower
Beading_Basics
There is so much to learn when you're new to beadwork, you may feel a little overwhelemed. So many different stitches, techniques, little tricks and so many patterns. You may love a pair of earrings or a beaded bracelet you've seen on line, buyy or download the pattern and wonder "ok, so what do all these things mean? What is 2 drop? What do they mean 2 needle RAW? Which Spiral? The links listed below will lead you to the amswers to these questions and to more help for the new beader.
There is so much to learn when you're new to beadwork, you may feel a little overwhelemed. So many different stitches, techniques, little tricks and so many patterns. You may love a pair of earrings or a beaded bracelet you've seen on line, buyy or download the pattern and wonder "ok, so what do all these things mean? What is 2 drop? What do they mean 2 needle RAW? Which Spiral? The links listed below will lead you to the amswers to these questions and to more help for the new beader.
Twin Beads 6-Bead Daisy Chain
Use Twin beads to connect tiny beaded daisies in this basic pattern. Use the band to make a bracelet or amulet bag strap, or join the ends to make a cute finger ring.
Use Twin beads to connect tiny beaded daisies in this basic pattern. Use the band to make a bracelet or amulet bag strap, or join the ends to make a cute finger ring.
Beaded Dragonfly Earrings - Beadwork
Free Bead pattern for Beaded Dragonfly Earrings: free bead pattern flat rectangles pony beads pony bead jewelry pliers
Free Bead pattern for Beaded Dragonfly Earrings: free bead pattern flat rectangles pony beads pony bead jewelry pliers
Double Bicone Crystal Pendant
Make this easy and striking pendant that uses Swarovski crystal elements - a Swarovski crystal Rivoli, Swarovski bicone beads, and Swarovski top-drilled bicones.
Make this easy and striking pendant that uses Swarovski crystal elements - a Swarovski crystal Rivoli, Swarovski bicone beads, and Swarovski top-drilled bicones.
Gotham City Necklace
Free step by step directions for how to make the Gotham City Necklace, designed by Jennifer VanBenschoten, using brick stitch triangles made from size 8 Delica beads and vintage marquis shaped 2-hole nailheads.
Free step by step directions for how to make the Gotham City Necklace, designed by Jennifer VanBenschoten, using brick stitch triangles made from size 8 Delica beads and vintage marquis shaped 2-hole nailheads.
Glitter Gather Beaded Bracelet
Make this very glitzy Glitter Gather Beaded Bracelet with Swarivski bicone beads, some crystal rondelles and a variety of shining silver beads for a beaded bracelet that makes a blazing statement.
Make this very glitzy Glitter Gather Beaded Bracelet with Swarivski bicone beads, some crystal rondelles and a variety of shining silver beads for a beaded bracelet that makes a blazing statement.
Crystal Tennis Bracelet
Use this free beading pattern to make a simple, sparkling bracelet that resembles a diamond tennis bracelet using some Swarovski crystal bicones and Japanese cylinder beads.
Use this free beading pattern to make a simple, sparkling bracelet that resembles a diamond tennis bracelet using some Swarovski crystal bicones and Japanese cylinder beads.
Dutch Spiral Tutorial
Free instructions for how to do the Dutch Spiral off-loom beadweaving stitch.
Free instructions for how to do the Dutch Spiral off-loom beadweaving stitch.
Essential Beadweaving Supplies
Learn which tools and materials are the most important to have on hand when you get started beadweaving.
Learn which tools and materials are the most important to have on hand when you get started beadweaving.
Double Spiral Rope Tutorial
A tutorial for how to do double spiral rope, an off-loom beadweaving stitch that creates a supple, thick beaded rope.
A tutorial for how to do double spiral rope, an off-loom beadweaving stitch that creates a supple, thick beaded rope.
Twisted Tubular Herringbone
A step-by-step set of directions on how to to the off-loom beadweaving stitch known as twisted herringbone. The herringbone stitch is also known as Ndebele stitch, and has its roots in the traditions of the Ndebele tribe of South Africa.
A step-by-step set of directions on how to to the off-loom beadweaving stitch known as twisted herringbone. The herringbone stitch is also known as Ndebele stitch, and has its roots in the traditions of the Ndebele tribe of South Africa.
3-D Beaded Turtle
Bead a little 3-D Beaded Turtle with seed beads and Flat Round Peyote Stitch
Bead a little 3-D Beaded Turtle with seed beads and Flat Round Peyote Stitch
Beaded Snow Angel Doll
Bead a Tiny Snow Angel Doll using seed Beads and Peyote Stitch
Bead a Tiny Snow Angel Doll using seed Beads and Peyote Stitch
Elegant Netted Bead Collar
Elegant Netted Bead Collar made with seed beads
Elegant Netted Bead Collar made with seed beads
Right-Angle Weave Bracelet Pattern - Golden Pink
This is a free pattern chart for a textural beaded bracelet featuring round seed beads, cylinder beads, and cube beads. See the second page for a photo of the completed bracelet.
This is a free pattern chart for a textural beaded bracelet featuring round seed beads, cylinder beads, and cube beads. See the second page for a photo of the completed bracelet.
Flat netting Beading Tutorial
Flat Netting Beading Tutorial Learn to Graph and Stitch Flat Net Beading In this beading tutorial for
Flat Netting Beading Tutorial Learn to Graph and Stitch Flat Net Beading In this beading tutorial for
Diagonal Stitch for Tila Beads
This is a free beading pattern for working a diagonal stitch with Tila beads. Tila beads are great for beaded jewelry making, and this diagonal stitch can be used for both beaded bracelets and beaded necklaces.
This is a free beading pattern for working a diagonal stitch with Tila beads. Tila beads are great for beaded jewelry making, and this diagonal stitch can be used for both beaded bracelets and beaded necklaces.
3-D Daffodils
3-d Beaded flowers Daffodils made with seed beads and flat brick stitch
3-d Beaded flowers Daffodils made with seed beads and flat brick stitch
Blue Spiral Herringbone Tutorial
This simple little tube bead makes a big impact when strung on cable necklace chain. It works up fast
This simple little tube bead makes a big impact when strung on cable necklace chain. It works up fast
Antique_Button_Bracelet
Make this cute antique beaded button bracelet with nibblet beads, seed beads and some old buttons.
Make this cute antique beaded button bracelet with nibblet beads, seed beads and some old buttons.
Beaded Cagework I
Learn how to create vintage-style, layered beaded pendants, pins, and focal pieces using the Miriam Haskell technique with beading thread instead of wire.
Learn how to create vintage-style, layered beaded pendants, pins, and focal pieces using the Miriam Haskell technique with beading thread instead of wire.
Soft and Slinky Spiral
Use beads of turquoise and black, an elegant silver toggle and turquoise nugget accents to create this chic and slinky beaded bracelet with help from this Dutch Spiral Stitch bead pattern.
Use beads of turquoise and black, an elegant silver toggle and turquoise nugget accents to create this chic and slinky beaded bracelet with help from this Dutch Spiral Stitch bead pattern.
Buy A Beading Loom
Some things to think about before you buy your first bead weaving loom
Some things to think about before you buy your first bead weaving loom
Three Star Circular Peyote Stitch Earring Pattern
These long earrings feature faceted 6mm beads surrounded by "stars" of circular peyote stitch beadwork.
These long earrings feature faceted 6mm beads surrounded by "stars" of circular peyote stitch beadwork.
Angel Baby Instructions - Beadwork
Instructions for making Angel Babies
Instructions for making Angel Babies
Buy Delica Beads
Before you Buy Delica Beads - Delica beads buying tips - read before buying Delica beads
Before you Buy Delica Beads - Delica beads buying tips - read before buying Delica beads
Dutch Spiral Necklace
Dutch Spiral Beaded Necklace: dutch spiral necklace nymo beading thread tubular peyote crimping pliers tube beads
Dutch Spiral Beaded Necklace: dutch spiral necklace nymo beading thread tubular peyote crimping pliers tube beads
Easy Beaded Earrings
Free beaded earring patterns
Free beaded earring patterns
Spotlight Artist Margo Field Beaded Ring Instructions - Beadwork
Spotlight Artist Margo Field Ring Instructions
Spotlight Artist Margo Field Ring Instructions
How to Add New Beading Thread Before Ending the Old Thread
Here is an efficient technique for ending an old (used up) length of beading thread and starting a new one in your beadwork.
Here is an efficient technique for ending an old (used up) length of beading thread and starting a new one in your beadwork.
Realistic Fuchsia Beaded Earrings
Use Seed Beads and Peyote stitch to create these realistic fuchsia beaded earrings
Use Seed Beads and Peyote stitch to create these realistic fuchsia beaded earrings
A Garland of Fall Leaves
Apache Leaf Stitch Necklace Instructions - necklace bead pattern Garland of Fall Leaves - Apache Leaf bead pattern necklace
Apache Leaf Stitch Necklace Instructions - necklace bead pattern Garland of Fall Leaves - Apache Leaf bead pattern necklace
Wisteria Earrings
Lovely little beaded wisteria earrings bring on Springtime
Lovely little beaded wisteria earrings bring on Springtime
Peyote Stitch Ruffles and Curls - Beadwork
Learn to embellish Peyote Stitch with beaded ruffles and curls and add dimension to your beadwork
Learn to embellish Peyote Stitch with beaded ruffles and curls and add dimension to your beadwork
Sands of Time
Step by step instructions to create the Sands of Time Necklace using vintage glass beads and African sand cast beads.
Step by step instructions to create the Sands of Time Necklace using vintage glass beads and African sand cast beads.
Stretch Cord Primer
It's easy to make cool beaded jewelry using stretch and illusion cords if you just know the basics for creating gorgeous necklaces and bracelets
It's easy to make cool beaded jewelry using stretch and illusion cords if you just know the basics for creating gorgeous necklaces and bracelets
Getting Started Beading with Seed Beads
Getting Started Beading with Seed Beads - Seed Bead Beading - Seed Bead Beading Basics
Getting Started Beading with Seed Beads - Seed Bead Beading - Seed Bead Beading Basics
The Other Brick Stitch
The Other Brick Stitch tutorial plus free bead pattern
The Other Brick Stitch tutorial plus free bead pattern
Horizontal Netting Flounce Cuff Bracelet Pattern - India Tree
This pattern uses horizontal beaded netting and a row of right-angle weave to create a flouncy band of beadwork. You can use it to stitch a bracelet or anklet.
This pattern uses horizontal beaded netting and a row of right-angle weave to create a flouncy band of beadwork. You can use it to stitch a bracelet or anklet.
Do the Dutch Spiral Beadwor...
how to do the Dutch Spiral Beadwork Stitch from your Beadwork Guide, Paula S. Morgan
how to do the Dutch Spiral Beadwork Stitch from your Beadwork Guide, Paula S. Morgan
Peyote Stitch Beading Class Part Three - Increasing and Decreasing Flat Peyote Stitch
Peyote Stitch Beading Class Part Three - Increasing and Decreasing Flat Peyote Stitch
Peyote Stitch Beading Class Part Three - Increasing and Decreasing Flat Peyote Stitch
Criss Cross Bracelet - Flat Netting - Beadwork
Criss Cross Bracelet Free Bead Pattern - Flat Netting Bracelet 1. Cut (and prepare, if necessary) a two
Criss Cross Bracelet Free Bead Pattern - Flat Netting Bracelet 1. Cut (and prepare, if necessary) a two
Design Ideas for Beaded Bracelets
Do you want to start designing your own beaded jewelry? Here's a list of design ideas for making your own beaded bracelets.
Do you want to start designing your own beaded jewelry? Here's a list of design ideas for making your own beaded bracelets.
Bejeweled Spiral Rope
Stitch an elegant beaded necklace or bracelet using spiral rope stitch.
Stitch an elegant beaded necklace or bracelet using spiral rope stitch.
Beaded Rope Projects
A list of free beading patterns that are made using beaded ropes. Beaded ropes can be used to make beaded bracelets, beaded necklaces and beaded lariats.
A list of free beading patterns that are made using beaded ropes. Beaded ropes can be used to make beaded bracelets, beaded necklaces and beaded lariats.
Ladder Stitch Tutorial
A free ladder stitch tutorial. Ladder stitch is used to begin brick stitch and herringbone (Ndebele) stitch. It can also be used to create other types of beading projects.
A free ladder stitch tutorial. Ladder stitch is used to begin brick stitch and herringbone (Ndebele) stitch. It can also be used to create other types of beading projects.
Glamour and Goth Earrings
A free beading pattern for the Glamour and Goth Earrings, made with Swarovski crystal Rivolis.
A free beading pattern for the Glamour and Goth Earrings, made with Swarovski crystal Rivolis.
Bead a Beaded Bead
Bead a Beaded Bead using a Peyote Strip over a wooden bead with this free bead pattern
Bead a Beaded Bead using a Peyote Strip over a wooden bead with this free bead pattern
Essential Flat Beading Stitches
A list and comparison of the most important off-loom beading stitches.
A list and comparison of the most important off-loom beading stitches.
African Net - Beaded Lace Necklace Page Two
African Net - Beaded Lace Necklace Page Two
African Net - Beaded Lace Necklace Page Two
Embellished Floral Choker
Make a Right Angle Weave choker and embellish it with tiny beaded flowers with this free bead pattern
Make a Right Angle Weave choker and embellish it with tiny beaded flowers with this free bead pattern
Free Beaded Bracelet Pattern - Leslie Pinkston Beaded Bracelet
Free Bead Pattern - Leslie Pinkston Free Beaded Bracelet Pattern
Free Bead Pattern - Leslie Pinkston Free Beaded Bracelet Pattern
Affirmation Bracelet Patterns
Use these free peyote stitch patterns to create a set of beaded affirmation bracelets, or use them to create straps for beaded amulet bags.
Use these free peyote stitch patterns to create a set of beaded affirmation bracelets, or use them to create straps for beaded amulet bags.
Shaped Flat Peyote Stitch Earrings Pattern
This pattern for peyote stitch earrings uses edge decreases to create flat shapes. You can embellish the bottoms of the earrings with looped fringe or your own creative beaded embellishments.
This pattern for peyote stitch earrings uses edge decreases to create flat shapes. You can embellish the bottoms of the earrings with looped fringe or your own creative beaded embellishments.
Bead a Simple Flat Herringbone Choker
Bead Simple Flat Herringbone Choker - Flat Herringbone Bead Choker Instructions - Flat Herringbone Bead Choker Instructions
Bead Simple Flat Herringbone Choker - Flat Herringbone Bead Choker Instructions - Flat Herringbone Bead Choker Instructions
Tubular Peyote Stitch Rope Pattern - Amethyst Ice
A tubular peyote stitch pattern that creates a dense, undulating rope of beadwork. Use it to make a bracelet or a necklace.
A tubular peyote stitch pattern that creates a dense, undulating rope of beadwork. Use it to make a bracelet or a necklace.
Dolphin Dream Amulet Bag Free Bead Pattern - Beadwork
Make this fun Dolphin Amulet Bag with this free bead patterns
Make this fun Dolphin Amulet Bag with this free bead patterns
How to Read a Two-Drop Peyote Stitch Pattern
Learn how to read and follow along with a two-drop peyote stitch pattern chart.
Learn how to read and follow along with a two-drop peyote stitch pattern chart.
Fab Fish Brick Stitch Earrings
bead beads beading brick stitch fab fish earrings Emily Hackbarth
bead beads beading brick stitch fab fish earrings Emily Hackbarth
3D_Beaded_Pansy
Make a beautiful 3-D Pansy with this free bead pattern
Make a beautiful 3-D Pansy with this free bead pattern
Diamond Tennis Bracelet by Celia Martin - Beadwork
Diamond Tennis Bracelet by Celia Martin, Artist of the Week
Diamond Tennis Bracelet by Celia Martin, Artist of the Week
Favorite Bead Necklace
Using seed beads and other beads, you'll learn to make this gorgeous Favorite Bead Necklace with the free bead pattern designed by Emily Hackbarth.
Using seed beads and other beads, you'll learn to make this gorgeous Favorite Bead Necklace with the free bead pattern designed by Emily Hackbarth.
Decidedly Different Seed Bead Earrings
Using seed beads and a couple of Swarovski crystals, you can have these decidedly different beaded earrings to add to your jewelry collection
Using seed beads and a couple of Swarovski crystals, you can have these decidedly different beaded earrings to add to your jewelry collection
Spotlight Artist Lynda Breyer's Abstract Fuchsia- Beadwork
Spotlight Artist Lynda Breyer's Abstract Fuchsi
Spotlight Artist Lynda Breyer's Abstract Fuchsi
St. Petersburg Chain Tutorial
Materials and getting started with St. Petersburg chain, a popular off-loom beadweaving stitch used to make beaded necklaces. Beaded chains are great for making amulet bag straps or simple necklaces.
Materials and getting started with St. Petersburg chain, a popular off-loom beadweaving stitch used to make beaded necklaces. Beaded chains are great for making amulet bag straps or simple necklaces.
Beachcomber Bracelet
Use twisted herringbone to stitch up a fast and summery beaded bracelet, using gold-plated beach-themed charms as accents. You’ll be surprised how fast this beadwoven version of a traditional charm bracelet works up.
Use twisted herringbone to stitch up a fast and summery beaded bracelet, using gold-plated beach-themed charms as accents. You’ll be surprised how fast this beadwoven version of a traditional charm bracelet works up.
How to Make a Peyote Toggle for a Cuff Bracelet
You don't always have to use a commercially-made clasp on your peyote stitch cuff bracelets. This tutorial will show you how to make your own easy toggle clasp that can be used on peyote stitch cuff bracelets, including the free beading patterns found on the site.
You don't always have to use a commercially-made clasp on your peyote stitch cuff bracelets. This tutorial will show you how to make your own easy toggle clasp that can be used on peyote stitch cuff bracelets, including the free beading patterns found on the site.
Beaded Rope Stitches
A list of beading stitches used to make beaded ropes. Beaded ropes can be made with tubular variations of flat off-loom beadweaving stitches or with some beading stitches that do not have flat versions. Beaded ropes can be used for beaded necklaces, beaded bracelets and beaded lariats.
A list of beading stitches used to make beaded ropes. Beaded ropes can be made with tubular variations of flat off-loom beadweaving stitches or with some beading stitches that do not have flat versions. Beaded ropes can be used for beaded necklaces, beaded bracelets and beaded lariats.
Bezel a Rivoli
Easy step-by-step instructions that show you how to make a peyote stitched bezel out of cylinder beads and seed beads for a Swarovski crystal Rivoli.
Easy step-by-step instructions that show you how to make a peyote stitched bezel out of cylinder beads and seed beads for a Swarovski crystal Rivoli.
Flame Bracelet Bead Pattern by Cecilia Prado AKA InkChick
Flame Bracelet Bead Pattern by Cecilia Prado
Flame Bracelet Bead Pattern by Cecilia Prado
Best Books to Learn Beading
these are the top titles for those just starting out beading. If you want to learn beading and beadwork for the finest, they you can't go wrong with any of these terrific beadwork tutorial titles.
these are the top titles for those just starting out beading. If you want to learn beading and beadwork for the finest, they you can't go wrong with any of these terrific beadwork tutorial titles.
Peyote Toggle for Daisy Amulet Bag Strap
Learn how to make a simple peyote stitch toggle clasp for your daisy chain bracelet or amulet bag strap.
Learn how to make a simple peyote stitch toggle clasp for your daisy chain bracelet or amulet bag strap.
Typewriter_Key_Necklace
Make this cute antique typewriter key beaded initial pendant to wear alone or with other beaded necklaces.
Make this cute antique typewriter key beaded initial pendant to wear alone or with other beaded necklaces.
Bricks and Strands Beaded Bracelet
Beaders Reactice to the Allegations that Beads Are Addicitive
Beaders Reactice to the Allegations that Beads Are Addicitive
Dona Anderson's Floating Hearts Pattern - Beadwork
A Two Drop Peyote Pattern, from Dona Anderson
A Two Drop Peyote Pattern, from Dona Anderson
Understated Gold Seed Bead Earrings - Free Bead Pattern
A understated and elegant pair of beaded earrings
A understated and elegant pair of beaded earrings
Intricate 3-D Fuchsia Earrings - Beadwork
Use this free bead pattern to make a pair of Intricate Fuchsia Earrings
Use this free bead pattern to make a pair of Intricate Fuchsia Earrings