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By Chris Franchetti Michaels, About.com Guide

Beading Tools on About.com Created: Sunday, September 20, 2009 Updated: Friday, May 25, 2012
Learn what you need to create beautiful beadwork. Includes information about findings, tools, books, beading kits, and and other bead-related products.
Where to Purchase Superduo Beads Created: Friday, May 25, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 25, 2012
A directory of online bead suppliers that carry two-hole Superduos.
Beaded Earrings With Briolettes and Superduos Created: Friday, May 25, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 25, 2012
Make a pretty pair of earrings using two-hole Superduos or Twin beads and faceted glass briolettes.
A Comparison of Twin and Superduo Beads Created: Friday, May 25, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 25, 2012
Learn how two-hole Superduos differ from Twin beads.
What Are Superduo Beads? Created: Friday, May 25, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 25, 2012
The glossary definition of Superduo beads.
Where to Buy Preciosa Twin Beads Online Created: Sunday, March 25, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 25, 2012
A list of online retail and wholesale Twin bead suppliers.
Free Beading Patterns on About.com Created: Sunday, September 20, 2009 Updated: Friday, May 25, 2012
Free beading patterns that cover a wide range of stitches and styles.
Basic Hexagon Stitch Beading Pattern Created: Wednesday, September 07, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 25, 2012
A free beaded earring pattern using basic hexagon stitch, also called hexagon angle weave.
What Are Twin Seed Beads? Created: Wednesday, October 26, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
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How to Make a Tila Bead Bracelet Video Created: Friday, May 04, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Beading is a satisfying hobby and a very personal art form. In this how-to video from About.com, get a demonstration on making a fancy Tila bead bracelet.
How to Make a Flat Spiral Necklace Video Created: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Start beading and you can make your own gorgeous, personalized jewelry. In this how-to video from About.com, learn how to make a flat spiral beaded necklace.
How to Do Two-Drop Peyote Stitch Created: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Updated: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Easy to read diagrams demonstrating the two-drop peyote stitch beading technique.
Free Size Chart of Common Beads, Round Seed Beads, and Delicas Created: Sunday, May 20, 2012 Updated: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Print out the chart for easy reference when comparing bead sizes.
Two-Drop Peyote Stitch Bracelet Beading Pattern - Summer Trimmings Created: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
A free beaded bracelet pattern using even-count two-drop peyote stitch.
Summer Trimmings Two-Drop Peyote Cuff Bracelet Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Step-by-step directions for making the Summer Trimmings beaded cuff bracelet, with links to tutorials covering each phase of the project.
Make a Double Beaded Toggle Clasp With Peyote Stitch Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Learn how to add a beadwoven double clasp to a cuff bracelet. This tutorial uses the free Summer Trimmings pattern as an example.
How to Read a Two-Drop Peyote Stitch Beading Pattern Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Learn how to read and follow along with a two-drop peyote stitch pattern chart.
Moroccan Coral Bracelet Pattern Created: Friday, February 03, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
A nine column bracelet band pattern chart for loom beading or square stitch.
Make a Leather Wrap Bracelet With Czech Glass Beads Created: Thursday, May 03, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
Learn how to make a stylish wrap bracelet using leather cord, glass beads, and beading thread.
Beading Contests Created: Saturday, April 28, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 14, 2012
An updated list of this year's beading contests and their sponsors.
How to Make a Flat Spiral Bracelet Video Created: Friday, May 11, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 11, 2012
A flat spiral bracelet is a beautiful piece of beaded jewelry. Watch this how-to video from About.com for the steps and instructions to make a flat spiral bracelet.
How to Do Herringbone Stitch Video Created: Thursday, May 10, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Herringbone stitch is a versatile, popular beading style. In this how-to video from About.com, beading expert and beadwork teacher Melissa Shippee demonstrates how to to herringbone stitch.
Tips for Choosing Beads for Necklaces Video Created: Thursday, May 10, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Choosing the right beads for necklaces is a bit more difficult than you may have anticipated. Watch this video from About.com to learn tips and tricks for making good selections.
How to Make a Basic Hexagon Beaded Earring Video Created: Thursday, May 10, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Beaded jewelry is a fascinating hobby where you can create most anything and wear a beautiful personal work of art. Watch this About.com tutorial on how to make your own basic hexagon bead earnings.
How to Weave In Beading Thread Video Created: Thursday, May 10, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Weaving in beading thread is a necessary skill for finishing beadwork projects. Watch this how-to video from About.com for tips for weaving in beading thread.
How to Install Coil Ends on Jewelry Cord Video Created: Thursday, May 10, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Properly installing coil ends on jewelry cord will save you from losing all of your hard work. Watch this how-to video from About.com to see how the installation is done.
How to Attach a Jewelry Clasp to a Necklace Video Created: Thursday, May 10, 2012 Updated: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Attaching a jewelry clasp to a necklace is an easy process if you know how to do it properly. Watch this video from About.com to see instructions for attaching the clasp.
Beading Tips for Beginners Video Created: Wednesday, May 09, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, May 09, 2012
Beading is a wonderful hobby that anyone with a creative spirit can jump into. In this hobbies video from About.com get some helpful tips for beginning beaders.
How to Make a Tila Bead Choker Video Created: Tuesday, May 08, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Beading is a fun hobby. In this beading video from About.com, learn how to make a fancy tila bead choker using tila beads, seeds beads and a little imagination.
Review of Bohemian-Inspired Jewelry by Lorelei Eurto and Erin Siegel Created: Saturday, May 05, 2012 Updated: Monday, May 07, 2012
A review of the book Bohemian-Inspired Jewelry, which features eclectic designs that mix ribbon, cord, and fibers with more traditional, yet artsy, jewelry components.
Review of Woodrose Mountain by RaeAnne Thayne Created: Saturday, May 05, 2012 Updated: Saturday, May 05, 2012
A review of the book Woodrose Mountain, a contemporary romance story about a beader who flees to a small town in the Rockies after experiencing a life changing personal tragedy.
Double St. Petersburg Chain Beading Stitch Tutorial Created: Thursday, January 27, 2011 Updated: Saturday, May 05, 2012
This beading stitch tutorial shows you how to work Double St. Petersburg chain, a beautiful beaded chain that can be used as a beaded strap for an amulet bag or necklace.

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