Immortalize your favorite Christmas ornament in seed beads, as in this festive mosaic featuring both round and rocaille seed beads.
Inspirational Bead Mosaic Christmas Tree Wall Hanging
The subtly varied hues and shapes of the green seed beads in this intricate Christmas tree bead mosaic create texture and depth that delight the eyes.
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: Do you have a circle earring or pendant with a jump ring inside the circle, so I can hang a bead or charm from it?
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: I am making small tapestries. The size is comparable to pen wraps when not zipped up. I'd like to hang them either in my windows with suction cups or on my Christmas tree. But how do I finish them on the top so that they can hang? Is there a finding to use? I've looked but I really don't know what I am looking for. Thank you very much.
Ask the Experts Bead Looming Q&A
Q: I would like to buy a bead loom and make wall hangings. Are there patterns available? And where can I find more information for this type of project?
Ask the Experts Glass Beads Q&A
Q: I am making a suncatcher to go outside, hanging on a tree. It will have seed beads (#11 the smallest) as well as large glass beads. What is the strongest wire to use that will go through these beads twice, and will not rust? Do I really need to run the wire through twice?
Wall Hanging
Seed beads aren’t just for jewelry—their delicate sparkle brings beauty to any piece. This vibrant parrot wall hanging is a stunning example.
Single-Strand Necklace, Purse Charm and Wedding Favor Set
Delicate gemstone chips shimmer in glass vials, hanging from antique brass-plated chains. Perfect for bridal jewelry, keyrings, or as charming wedding favors.
Hanging Christmas Décor
"Christmas Bells" are ringing joyfully in this de-light-ful piece by Brandy Jepsen.
"Butterfly Explosion" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
Crafted with precision using seed beads, "Butterfly Explosion" vividly captures the delicate beauty of butterflies in flight. The mosaic's detailed design and vibrant colors showcase the artist's exceptional skill and creativity, making it a standout piece.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Amber and golden horn beads hang like drops of "Honey in the Comb" in Sandy Mikel's striking necklace.
Single-Strand Necklace
Revitalize your look with this stunning sterling silver drop necklace, adorned with radiant cubic zirconia in August's Peridot, December's Blue Topaz, and February's Amethyst. The elegant pendants hang delicately from a sterling silver chain, complemented by refined sterling silver accents and a secure jump ring for a touch of sophistication.
Ask the Experts Wind Chime Q&A
Q: I'm making a wind chime from some old stained glass pieces. I bought some memory wire from you a while back, but haven't tried it yet for this purpose. Will it hang straight when used or do you have another idea for connecting my pieces. Thanks!
Ask the Experts Dichroic Q&A
Q: I am firing Dichro glass. I would like to put some silver wire loops in between the glass to hang the pieces with--what kind of silver flat and round wire can I use that can be fired in a kiln?
Ask the Experts Alternative Donut Ideas Q&A
Q: How can I hang a gemstone donut on a length of cording without using a donut bail?
Ask the Experts The Best Knot for Donuts Q&A
Q: What is the best knot to use for putting a donut onto a cord so it hangs properly?
Ask the Experts Natural Q&A
Q: I made a necklace that was almost entirely wood beads. I made it in the winter. This summer the wood swelled and the necklace was too tight to hang right. Now it is winter again and the beads have shrunk back and the necklace is wearable. Any way to address this issue? It is making me shy away from using wood beads.
Ask the Experts Mounting Faceted Gemstones Q&A
Q: I'm trying to make an ankle bracelet and I want to use some faceted round gemstones, like a 4mm London blue topaz and a heart shaped 4x4mm ruby. How do I go about setting these and other stones so I can hang them from the bracelet?
Ask the Experts Men's Earrings Q&A
Q: What kind of earrings would make good men's earrings to hang dagger or spider drops from? And if I buy the round rubber or leather cord, black, 3mm, for a man's necklace what clasps or crimping beads do I use on the ends to secure and fasten?
Ask the Experts Seed Beads Q&A
Q: I want to cover a dowel with beads. It is the top part of a beaded wall hanging. What stitch would work best? Thanks!
Ask the Experts Metal Allergies Q&A
Q: I'm making a necklace with a pendant for a sister-in-law who has metal allergies. The pendant measures 3.5" long. I thought of making the necklace long enough to slip over the head so no metal findings would be used, but with the pendant so long, it would hang too low to look good. How would you finish a shorter necklace (16-17") without using metal findings?
Ask the Experts Design Q&A
Q: Hello, I am having a hard time getting my earrings to hang straight. They want to turn either to the right or left. Is it because I'm hand drilling the center of my brass? Thank you.
Ask the Experts Fringe Q&A
Q: I want to make a seed bead fringe necklace, how does the seed bead stay on the bottom of the fringe, and how do I attach the seed bead onto the chain, and what type of wire or thread do I use to create the fringe. Fringe hangs 10" long by 7 1/2" wide. How is the bottom seed of the fringe secured? Thank you.
Ask the Experts Wire for Suncatchers Q&A
Q: I am making a sun catcher to go outside, hanging on a tree. It will have seed beads (#11 the smallest) as well as large glass beads. What is the strongest wire to use that will go through these beads twice, and will not rust? Do I really need to run the wire through twice?