Ombré Earrings
Waves of ocean-hued fringe cascade from a silvery hoop, creating seed-beaded ombré earrings that shimmer with coastal charm.
Seed Beading Resources
We've Got Answers to Your Seed Beading Questions
Find free seed bead patterns and instructions, as well as hundreds of design inspirations and tutorials. From peyote stitch to loom work to brick stitch and beyond, we are here to help.
French Beaded Lavender Instructions by Lauren Harpster
Lifelike lavender blooms in this design by Seed Bead Artist Lauren Harpster, part of her "Learn French Beading Beginner Course." Visit her website to access the downloadable PDF instructions—it’s only $5! She’ll show you how to use these Renaissance-era techniques to form tiny flowers on graceful stems and grow a bouquet, one bead at a time.
Find all your seed beads for this project at Fire Mountain Gems and Beads.
How to Create the Tubular Chenille Stitch
The tubular chenille stitch is a simple beadwork technique that creates a lovely floral pattern within a tubular strand. Incorporate it into your handmade jewelry with the help of this step-by-step tutorial with jewelry designer Rose.
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Single-Strand Necklace
Shades of denim-hued seed beads frame a shimmering crystal fancy stone, creating a handcrafted necklace with subtle sparkle and rich texture.
Barrette
The bright colors and jaunty chevron fringe on this Southwestern seed beaded barrette offer endless ideas for your own bold, handmade designs.
Watchband
Inspire your next bestseller! This seed-beaded watchband blends copper, chic seed beads, and light pink cord for a modern-luxe design customers will adore.
Bracelet
Ready to party? This seed-beaded bracelet with colorful balloons is a blast to make—a perfect inspiration for adding some birthday fun to your designs.
Earrings
Make a statement this spring! Teal and peach chevrons with silver-plated brass beads create bold seed-beaded earrings—perfect inspiration for your masterpiece.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Coils of soft peaches and cream seed beads elegantly dangle from bold, contrasting dark beads in this unique and sophisticated necklace and earring set.
Explore Seed Beading Tips & Techniques
Top 10 Seed Beading Tools
Work smarter, not harder when making seed bead jewelry. The tiny beads can present unique challenges, so here are specialty tools and templates that make all the difference.
Secrets to Seed Beading
Join Rose in our Secrets to Seed Beading series, where she demonstrates a range of bead stitches and techniques that will enhance your jewelry-making abilities.
6 Ways to Finish Tubular Bead Stitches
Not quite sure how to bring your tubular bead project to a close? Never fear! Rose is here to teach you 6 great options for putting the finishing touches onto your fabulous beaded pieces!
How to Create a Seed Beaded Toggle Clasp
Learn how to make your own seed beaded toggle clasps for the ultimate in one-of-a-kind jewelry.
How to Make a Brick Seed Bead Stitch
The brick stitch is ideal for a myriad of seed bead patterns. Watch this video to learn how to incorporate it into your jewelry designs.
How to Create a Pondo Stitch
Join Rose in this easy beading tutorial to learn the Pondo stitch—a versatile and uncomplicated technique perfect for designing popular seed bead bracelets, necklaces, and more. Discover the joy of creating stunning beadwork with this step-by-step Pondo stitch guide.
How to Create the Circular Brick Stitch
Join Rose to learn how to make the circular brick stitch. This technique creates wonderfully intricate designs to be used on their own or around cabochons and focal beads.
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Seed Bead Size Chart
Find the right seed bead size and get hole size information at a glance with this handy seed bead chart.
Shades of the Sea
Get playful with seed beads and safety pins! This jewelry project takes you on a colorful journey from light to dark across a beaded necklace, with matching pear-shaped earrings that echo the rainbow-inspired design.
