Begin with a foundation row of even-count ladder stitch. String 2 beads, pass down through the second to last bead in the ladder, and up through the next bead. String 2 beads, pass down the next bead and then up through the following. Repeat to the end of the row. To end the row, pass back through the last bead strung. To begin the next row, string 2 beads and pass down through the second to last bead of the previous row. Repeat, stringing 2 beads per stitch and passing down then up through two beads of the previous row. The 2-bead stitch will cause the beads to angle-up in each row, like a herringbone fabric.

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Discover the versatility of Accu-Flex beading wire with this informative article. Learn about different strand counts, finishing techniques and design ideas.

Advent calendars are a fun way to count down the days to Christmas, but what about using it as a jewelry-making challenge? This advent calendar has you making one piece a day, so better get started!

Q: I am beading a bracelet that is odd count flat peyote (Delica size 11 beads). I am beading it by holding it in my fingers, but when I set it down flat on the table top, it is wavy on the edges. If I flatten the top, the bottom becomes wavy. If I flatten the bottom, the top becomes wavy. Doesn't matter if I use single needle or two needle. What am I doing wrong and can I fix it or should I take it all apart and start over and be careful not to do what?

Q: Chain tassels and fringe are really popular. I like to create them, but it is a serious pain to count links or measure multiple lengths of chain all the same length, especially tiny chain. Do you have a tip to simplify tassels and fringe?

Dive into this video tutorial on mastering the mystique of even and odd count peyote stitch, making beadwork a perfectly balanced art form.

Boho, Southwestern, and Native American-inspired designs come together in this colorful seed-beaded bracelet and earrings set.

Achieve emerald elegance with this seed beaded necklace and earrings set featuring Crystal Passions® emerald fancy stones.

Make seed bead amulet necklace bags for special meaning and a beautiful statement.

A lampworked glass bead is the star of this floral-themed bracelet, framed by perfectly matched seed beading.

This colorful set includes a bracelet composed of even count peyote stitch and trendy seed bead fringe earrings made using brick stitch.

Create fabulous bracelets with odd count herringbone stitch.

Create this flat even count peyote stitch bracelet using a variety of bead sizes and shapes to add texture and depth to your design.

Rose is back for the 6th project in our Secrets to Seed Beading series to teach you odd count peyote AND filled tubular netting stitch.

Rose teaches you how to make this beaded bracelet with even count peyote stitch. This graphic pattern is a great way to learn this versatile and must-know technique.

Learn how to calculate the number of beads necessary for each necklace length in this educational article.

Curious about the number of beads on a strand of a specific length? Let this chart crunch the numbers for you!

Use this convenient chart to determine approximately how many beads of each type and shape are on a 16-inch strand.

Seed bead counts for every style of round seed beads, as well as shaped beads such as magatama, bugle, fringe and more.

Geometric patterns worthy of the Old West are stitched into this seed bead bracelet.