Updated Articles and Resources
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How to Make a Tila Bead Bracelet Video
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Friday, February 15, 2013
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Friday, February 15, 2013
Tila beads can be used for any number of beautiful pieces of jewelry, including bracelets. This video from About.com will show you one method for making a tila bead bracelet. -
Beadwork - What is Beadwork?
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Monday, January 17, 2011
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
What is beadwork? This article answers the question, "What is beadwork?" and gives examples of different types of beadwork and beading. -
Vote for Your Beadwork Favorites in the 2011 About.com Readers' Choice Awards
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Friday, February 11, 2011
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
This is the place to see who won in the Beadwork categories in the 2011 About.com Readers' Choice Awards. -
Open Backed Peyote Bezel Tutorial
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Sunday, December 06, 2009
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
A tutorial for how to create an open-backed bezel for a cabochon using peyote stitch. -
Top 10 Gifts for Beaders
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Wednesday, November 25, 2009
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Ten great gift ideas for your favorite beader or for yourself. -
How to Make a 2-Strand Clasp
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Saturday, August 29, 2009
Updated:
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
A step by step set of instructions on how to make a wire-wrapped 2-strand clasp out of a set of 2-hole beads. -
Tila Beads - User Reviews of Tila Beads
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Friday, October 22, 2010
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
User submitted reviews of Tila beads, manufactured by the Miyuki Company of Japan. -
Local Bead Shop Reviews
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Tuesday, October 12, 2010
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Reviews of local, independently-owned bead shops submitted by readers. -
Local Bead Shop Reviews
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Tuesday, October 12, 2010
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Reviews of local, independently-owned bead shops submitted by readers. -
Show and Tell Your Beading and Beadwork Blogs
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Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Updated:
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
A place to submit information about your blog about beading or beadwork. Tell us a little bit about why you blog, what you write about, what motivates you, and any advice you have for someone who i... -
Show and Tell Your Beading and Beadwork Blogs
Created:
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Updated:
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
A place to submit information about your blog about beading or beadwork. Tell us a little bit about why you blog, what you write about, what motivates you, and any advice you have for someone who i... -
The Many Shapes of Seed Beads
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Friday, January 22, 2010
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Descriptions of the most common types of shaped seed beads and some ideas for incorporating them into your beadwork. -
Sources of Inspiration
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Saturday, November 28, 2009
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Do you have a favorite source of inspiration for your beadweaving designs? If so, share it here. -
Great Gifts for Beaders
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Saturday, November 28, 2009
Updated:
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Are you searching for the perfect gift for your favorite beader or looking for a treat for yourself? Here are some great ideas for a special gift for holiday time or any time. -
Top 10 Beading Books
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Tuesday, August 25, 2009
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
My picks for the Top 10 Beading Books for your beading book library. -
How To Have a Beading Party
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Monday, August 10, 2009
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Some ideas for throwing your own informal beading get-together with friends. -
Seed Bead Basics
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Wednesday, July 01, 2009
Updated:
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Seed beads are the basis of every beautiful beading project and there is so much to know about them! From Czech to Japanese seed beads, bead finishes, shapes, sizes and colors, here is a starting ... -
Show and Tell Your Beading Area
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Wednesday, September 08, 2010
Updated:
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Show and Tell your beading area with other readers. Tell us about your lighting, where you sit, your work surface and give some advice for others who are also looking to set up or change where they... -
Show and Tell Your Beading Area
Created:
Wednesday, September 08, 2010
Updated:
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Show and Tell your beading area with other readers. Tell us about your lighting, where you sit, your work surface and give some advice for others who are also looking to set up or change where they... -
Show and Tell Your Favorite Beading Stitch
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Monday, May 03, 2010
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Readers tell us about their favorite beading stitch, and show off a project or two that they made using that stitch. -
Show and Tell Your Favorite Beading Stitch
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Monday, May 03, 2010
Updated:
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Readers tell us about their favorite beading stitch, and show off a project or two that they made using that stitch. -
How Did You Get Started in Beadwork?
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Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Updated:
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Tell us how you got started in beadwork. What inspired you? Was it an accident? Did you decide that you wanted to learn a new craft? If you still have it, show us a picture of your very first beadi... -
How Did You Get Started in Beadwork?
Created:
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Updated:
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Tell us how you got started in beadwork. What inspired you? Was it an accident? Did you decide that you wanted to learn a new craft? If you still have it, show us a picture of your very first beadi... -
Beading on a Budget
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Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Updated:
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Worried about finances but still want to make new pieces of beadwork? Try some of these suggestions for making your beading dollar go further. -
5 Tips for Better Beading Classes
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Friday, June 19, 2009
Updated:
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
A few helpful suggestions to keep in mind when signing up and attending a beading class. -
5 Beadweaving Must Have Tools
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Wednesday, May 13, 2009
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Wednesday, February 06, 2013
A list of 5 essential tools to make beadweaving easier for everyone. -
What Is African Lace? Video
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Monday, February 04, 2013
Updated:
Monday, February 04, 2013
African lace is a complex, beautiful beading pattern that you can make yourself. This About.com video will show you how to go about making an African lace pattern with beads. -
How to Make a Waterfall Tila Bead Necklace Video
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Friday, February 01, 2013
Updated:
Friday, February 01, 2013
The waterfall design is a great one for tila bead necklaces. This About.com video will show you step by step instructions for making a waterfall tila bead necklace. -
How to Bead on a Loom Video
Created:
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Updated:
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Using a loom to make beadwork might look complicated, but we can help you figure it out. This About.com video will teach you how to bead on a loom. -
How to Make an African Net Beaded Necklace Video
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Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Updated:
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
The African net beaded necklace is a complex pattern but it looks fantastic. This video from About.com will show you how to make an African net beaded necklace. -
Tips for Making Animal Patterns With Beads Video
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Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Updated:
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Animal patterns are a fun possibility when making bead jewelry. This About.com video will show you how to get started making animal patterns with beads. -
How to Make a Tila Bead Necklace Video
Created:
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Updated:
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Tila beads can be used to make any number of beautiful types of jewelry. This About.com video will teach you to make a tila bead necklace.