Create Your Own Dazzling Suncatcher
Create a dazzling DIY suncatcher using crystal components, wire and jewelry-making supplies to add brilliant light-catching beauty to any space.
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Miniature Polymer Clay Succulent Plant
A miniature polymer clay succulent sits snugly in a ’70s-inspired micro-macramé plant hanger made with waxed linen thread, Czech pressed glass and seed beads.
Wirework Décor Tree
Explore the versatility of dead-soft copper wire by reimagining nature, as in this delicate, leafy wire-wrapped tree.
Gemstone Wire Tree
Bring nature indoors with this sculptural gemstone wire tree, branching with gemstone chips that add earthy color, texture and handcrafted charm.
Crystal and Wire Suncatcher
Catch the light with this elegant crystal and wire suncatcher, featuring warm copper wire, clear crystals and delicate chain fringe for a graceful glow.
Create Your Own Beaded Plant
Create a sparkling beaded plant using crystal and gemstone beads—an eye-catching DIY décor project that brings handmade charm and sun-catching shine to any space.
Beaded Décor Ideas
Explore how beaded décor transforms lampshades, curtains, wall art, suncatchers and more into sparkling, handmade accents for the home.
Plant Stakes
A dazzling summer harvest—a polymer-clay strawberry, beet and carrot—hang from wire stakes in this whimsical home décor piece.
Christmas Ornament Bead Mosaic
Immortalize your favorite Christmas ornament in seed beads, as in this festive mosaic featuring both round and rocaille seed beads.
“E” Inspirational Bead Mosaic
A colorful and intricate bead mosaic forming the letter "E," showcasing a variety of beads arranged meticulously to create a textured and eye-catching design.
“Hope” Awareness Ribbon Bead Mosaic
A bold and inspiring bead mosaic that celebrates strength, hope and resilience—perfect for sparking conversation or adding meaning to any creative space.
Breast Cancer Awareness Bead Mosaic
Inspire hope and positivity with this stunning handcrafted bead mosaic, featuring vibrant colors and meaningful design—perfectly uplifting any space.
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.
Christmas Tree Ornament
Get in the Christmas spirit with this festive ornament, courtesy of Preciosa!
Crocheted Rocket Ornament
Create a classic Christmas tree decoration with this tutorial courtesy of PRECIOSA.
Wire Heart Earring Holder
Fire-polished glass beads in silvery hues and smoky glass and silver beads adorn the edges of this decorative mesh heart for a look that’s sure to delight.
Wind Chime
This handmade wind chime features cascading translucent Capiz shell components in soothing oceanic hues, creating a serene and calming melody with every breeze.
Jeweled Eggs
Decorating eggs is an ancient tradition. Use crystal flat backs, metal leaf, mica powders and more to channel your inner Fabergé to create bejeweled eggs.
Easter Eggs
Create egg-cellent Easter or holiday decorations with crystal flat backs, metal leaf and other adornment with these inspirational “Fauxbergé” jeweled eggs.
Creating One-of-a-Kind Bead Mosaics
Learn how to create your own bead mosaic artwork with expert tips from bead mosaic artist Sabrina Frey.
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.
Hand-Beaded Huichol Mexican Folk Art Nativity Set
Bask in the heavenly peace of this charming Nativity set, adorned with hand-placed seed bead accents.
Hand-Beaded Huichol Mexican Folk Art Nativity Set
All is calm, all is bright 'round this adorable Nativity set. Gold-toned seed beads give the figures a heavenly glow.
The Meditative Art of Bead Mosaics: A Path to Creativity and Calm
Learn how bead mosaics are more than just an art form, they’re an experience for both the mind and body, providing peace and relaxation.
Snowflake Ornament
Create stunning Christmas ornaments with beads strung on ParaWire™, like this midnight snowflake featuring sparkling DiamonDuo™ Czech glass beads.
"Daisy Lady" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
Subtle diversity in hues creates soft shadows and shading in this whimsical mosaic by Sabrina Frey.
"Tree of Life" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
Beads in graceful, organic shapes—leaves, flowers, rounds, and rods—beautifully entwine in this elegant "Tree of Life" mosaic, crafted by artist Sabrina Frey.
"Todd's Trunks" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
In this mosaic, Sabrina Frey uses seed beads in deep autumnal reds and golds to create a vivid forest scene, capturing the essence of fall with striking detail.
"Solace" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
Sabrina Frey’s mosaic, like a serene black-and-white photograph, features a crystalline forest vista, with glasslike water reflecting the tranquil scene.
"Season Delight" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
Sabrina Frey shows the limitless potential of beads in this glorious mosaic, beautifully portraying trees through the changing seasons.
“Robin’s Boobie” Inspirational Bead Mosaic
In this mosaic, Sabrina Frey captures the quirky charm of a blue-footed booby, layering beads to create lifelike feathers and a playful expression.
"Mia and David" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
Sparkling bugle beads form the delicate feathers of these adorable lovebirds in a stunning mosaic by the incomparable Sabrina Frey.
"Mountain Mist" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
Bead artist Sabrina Frey captures the soft, flowing tones of a misty mountain morning in this exquisite bead mosaic.
“Enchanted Winter” Inspirational Bead Mosaic
Beads aren’t just for jewelry—this captivating forest mosaic brims with enchanting emotion, drawing you into its magical, mesmerizing world.
“I Stand Alone” Inspirational Bead Mosaic
Seed-beaded foliage shimmers beneath a crystal blue sky in this enchanting mosaic by artist Sabrina Frey.
"Into the Wind" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
In this striking mosaic, shades of white, silver and black bring the horses to life, creating a vivid sense of motion as they run before a silvery backdrop.
"In the Moment” Inspirational Bead Mosaic
Luminous white seed beads mimic freshly fallen snow in this lifelike portrayal of a tiny fox, complete with intricately beaded fur.
"Beth's Bloom" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
Varied colors, shapes, and sizes of seed beads create texture and interest in this gorgeous floral mosaic by Sabrina Frey.
"Yellowthroat Warbler" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
In this stunning mosaic by Sabrina Frey, a yellowthroat warbler perches by the water, its lifelike reflection rippling below—a masterpiece of intricate realism.
"Tulip Pop" Inspirational Bead Mosaic
This intricate seed bead mosaic bursts with hot pink and yellow tulips against a bold black backdrop, creating a striking contrast that captures vibrant beauty.
Ornament
Get inspired to craft for the holidays with this dazzling seed-beaded star ornament
Hanging Christmas Décor
"Christmas Bells" are ringing joyfully in this de-light-ful piece by Brandy Jepsen.
Bowl
Craft a distinctive ring bowl with Mod Podge® epoxy resin. Accents of Crystal Passions® flat backs and sparkling mica powder give it an extra something special.
More Than Jewelry: What Else Can You Make?
Are you looking to make something besides traditional jewelry? Read on for ways to use jewelry-making materials for a variety of new designs.
Gift Box
Adorn your gift box with the addition of this captivating fluorite bracelet. The serene blue and violet tones of the fluorite beads harmonize with the rugged allure of the large hand-faceted fluorite nugget and carved rondelles.
"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.
Ornament
Bask in the rosy aura of this heavenly messenger. This little angel will add a touch of grace to your decorations, bringing a serene presence to any setting.
Ornament
Craft an enduring vision of loveliness that will captivate generations to come with this radiant snowflake ornament, adorned with lustrous green beads and sparkling crystals.
Ornament
Transform your holiday décor with a touch of wild elegance as you adorn your space with a meticulously handcrafted spider ornament, an exquisite nod to the tradition of the Christmas spider.
Home Décor Fish with Twin™ Seed Beads
Four fishy little figurines made using Preciosa Twin™ and size #11 seed beads. Use these step-by-step instructions from Preciosa® to make your own!
Antiqued Pewter Bookmark
Playful pussycats frolic along this bookmark, chasing fiber-optic bead balls and swatting at the tempting silk tassel. The purr-fect gift for a bookish cat lover!
Ornament Hanger
Using an elegant ornament hanger, anything with a loop can become a beautiful ornament!
Cotton Filled Gift Box
Experience the enchantment of the holidays with our Christmas gift box, featuring ribbon charms and festive trinkets.
Christmas Wind Chime
Ring in the season with a cheerful wind chime. Skillfully shaped ParaWire™ forms a warm Christmas greeting, accented with Asfour crystal and festive colored beads.
Gift Box
Unwrap a world of elegance and sophistication with an exquisite gift box adorned with decorated brass bookmark, and delicate ribbon.
Gift Box
Unwrap the magic of Christmas, an enchanting gift box featuring Celestial Crystal® beads, a handcrafted Sculpey® PREMO Polymer Clay gingerbread man, and elegant Satinique™ Cord.
Christmas Gift Box
Unwrap the magic of the season with an exquisite Christmas gift box adorned with handcrafted Czech glass beads.
Octopus Sculpture
Did you know octopuses lack skeletal structure? That’s why "Octavio the Octopus" is such a wiggly fellow--don't let him slip away.
Gift Box
Unwrap the beauty of nature with gift boxes adorned with stunning silk floral décor. Green Taiwanese cheesewood beads and ParaWire™ mimic trailing vines in this design.
Glass Jar Keepsake
Create beautiful wedding favors and sand ceremony jars by customizing cork-topped glass jars. Use beads in wedding colors, meaningful charms and other crafty materials for keepsakes the happy couple and their guests will cherish.
Elephant
Katsue Huang used her favorite colors to create this cheerful "Pink Elephant" calf. Inspired by the elephant festival in India, Katsue's design put a smile on our faces and will surely bring happiness to many people, just as the artist intended.
Salt and Pepper Shakers
Exuding an air of regal sophistication, these artfully crafted salt and pepper shakers are sculpted using Art Clay® precious metal clay and adorned with sparkling faceted gems and cabochons.
Box
This exquisitely detailed tiny treasure box crafted with Art Clay® silver and adorned with a precious garnet gemstone, encapsulates both elegance and sentiment within its delicate design.
Home Décor Wall Hanging
Marissa Neun proves there’s no green thumb required to decorate your house with lustrous plants.
Open-Ended Necklace and Stand Set
Nichole Joy White takes you on a journey with her incredibly detailed award-winning piece that is both a necklace and a custom jewelry stand.
Teapot
Sail off for adventure, war and plundering with this Viking-inspired teapot design from Karen Nelson.
Ornament
Here's a twist on angel designs--use a tassel. This angel ornament uses classic color schemes and components to accent the silk tassel body.
Home Décor
A symbol of freedom, Katsue Huang’s Hippocampus captures the movement and vibrancy of its mythological namesake in tiny seed-beaded detail.
Linen Gift Pouch
Spice up your gift giving this season with embellished gift bags. Here, traditional potpourri elements and a linen bag get a lift from colorful hemp cord and a shining silver-toned snowflake charm.
Suncatcher
Celebrate Americana with a red, white and blue suncatcher that’s sure to make a sparkling patriotic statement.
Wind Chime
Make your own patriotic wind chimes that sparkle in red, white and blue for a beautiful effect.
Home Décor Wall Art
Inspired by the wildfires in California, this freeform wall décor came together with a wide variety of beads and components, truly capturing the feeling of warmth and flames.
Home Décor Pillow
Diane McPhee's "Theo" immortalizes the memory of a beloved furry friend. Vivid seed bead stitches paint a picture of a kind, loving animal.
Wall Ornament
Bring the beauty of a flourishing garden to your window with Crystal Creations by Lilly Boudine's Electric Garden window ornament.
Tree Sculpture
Gemstone-chip trees are a creative, personal way to decorate any room. Learn how to make one with this how-to video.
Mug Topper
Adorn tea mugs with custom polymer clay gingerbread houses for a holiday treat.
Star Ornament
Mimic the magic of stained-glass windows with this dimensional ornament design to bring vibrant color to your holiday decor.
Ornament
Transform a plain glass ornament ball into a magical unicorn with polymer clay, resin flowers and a few other craft supplies.
Décor Wall Hanging
Though the original is crafted of metals and paints, Bethani Venderah’s Jerusalem Theotokos in Beads adds a unique detail and flair to the iconic piece.
Home Décor Ornament
"Elijah's Rainbows" demonstrates the loving, creative qualities of the bond between mother and child. This vibrant design earned a silver medal for its intricate beauty.
Home Décor Tree Sculpture
This contest-finalist home décor piece was created in a two-tone color palette to highlight the unique differences in the size, shape and texture of the beads used throughout.
Home Décor Tree Sculpture
This contest-finalist home décor piece was created in a two-tone color palette to highlight the unique differences in the size, shape and texture of the beads used throughout.
Dreamcatcher
Inspired by fantasy and the mystical, Michele Dischino's "Dreamcatching Dragon" won a gold medal in our 2020 Seed Bead contest for its creativity and detailed seed bead work.
Ornament
Give the term "Snow Angel" a whole new meaning with this design. Lois Thome hand-stitched Delica® seed beads to create a sweet angel ornament.
Home Décor Statue
Keep Santa warm and cozy on his midnight sleigh ride with this bronze medal-winning design from Lisa and Sam Yerby. The big man himself is sure to thank you!
Suncatcher
The Celestial Crystal® beads in this design sparkle and catch the light, much like the vibrant colors of a butterfly’s wings. Wire and acrylic leaves complete this nature-themed suncatcher.
Home Décor Sculpture
Cindy Buck's rooster sculpture is a beautiful life-like representation of this famous farmyard friend.
Home Décor Dog
Make your own adorably lumpy version of your favorite furry friend using polymer clay with these simple step-by-step video and written instructions.
Wine Charm
Mark drink glasses in style with personalized drink charms. These sparkling charms are perfect for wedding gifts, bridal party favors or as a "thank you" for someone special.
Gift Box
Transform plain cotton-filled gift boxes into captivating treasures by adorning them with enchanting embellishments and leaving a lasting impression.
Cake Topper
A romantic cake topper project featuring delicate beads and pearls, and shell accents. Incorporate your wedding colors for a personal touch.
Suncatcher
Proudly display the prismatic reflections cast from this colorful crystal suncatcher to remind you that all love is beautiful.
Wind Chime
Catch the warm gusts wafting in from the wide-open plains with this Western-inspired wind chime.
Home Décor Rooster Sculpture
Brenda Tracy’s "Dominique Rooster" uses intricate seed bead detailing to make a barnyard display piece that will have you crowing!
Secrets to Wireworking Video 5: Figure-8 Bail
Trees of life are often made for jewelry—why not suncatchers too? Hang this project in a window to make it glow.
Gift Box
Give a gift with a sense of rustic elegance inside and out with this beautiful box wrapped up in traditional hemp cord and striking wooden rings.
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