Here's lookin' at you, kid. Take a gander at these unique beads and learn about their significance through history—it's more than just eye-candy!
Organic
Refers to a bead made of a carbon-based material. Many jewelry-making components composed of pearl, wood, bone, horn and shell fall into this category.
Multi-Strand Necklace
Amber and golden horn beads hang like drops of "Honey in the Comb" in Sandy Mikel's striking necklace.
Discover Natural Materials for Jewelry Designs
Learn all about bone, horn, wood, nut and shell materials and how they can be incorporated into jewelry for natural designs.
Horn
Bead and component material carved from the horns of animals like cattle and goats. Horn is a permanent growth on the head of an animal. Antler is shed yearly.
Single-Strand Necklace
This design brings together a beautiful collection of natural materials including leather, horn, bone and more for a boho-inspired look.
Single-Strand Necklace
Fossilized ammonite focals perfectly represent horns in Inge Sager's Ram's Head pendant.
Secrets to Seed Beading Video 9: Peyote, Chenille, Picot Edge Necklace
Follow Rose as she shows you how to create a bezel for a cabochon using peyote stitch and then combine it with other techniques to form this elegant 80s-style necklace.
Earrings
Western-inspired jewelry is always a fashionable choice. Your customers will love this winning combination of turquoise-colored Preciosa Czech glass and feathers.
Triple-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Here's one for the cowgirls! Rustle up some admiration when you wear this western-themed jewelry to rodeos and county fairs.
Secrets to Seed Beading Video 7: Spiral Herringbone Stitch Necklace
Follow along to create this fierce fashion accessory using the spiral herringbone stitch.
Stretch Bracelet
Inspired by black horn Cherokee bracelets, this simple beaded design is a modern take on a traditional style.
Earrings
Textured metal drops add movement and a tassel-like feel to these striking earrings.
Single-Strand Necklace
Make this necklace featuring a turquoise Native American-style eagle pendant and horn beads.