Bib-Style Necklace
Bloom into beauty with this intricate seed beaded necklace, adorned with delicate flowers. Perfect for spring and summer, it’s a wearable garden of charm!
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Triple-Strand Necklace
This gorgeous necklace by artist Deborah Weaver features minty-fresh aqua terra jasper with sparkling chrysolite opal crystal and green aventurine.
Single-Strand Necklace
Swirls of 12Kt gold-filled wire playfully encircle a sparkling alexandrite gem in this whimsical necklace by designer Kristin Clarke.
Jewelry Harness
Bold yet refined, this intricate body harness accentuates your curves with sophistication, commanding attention while hinting at allure in every detail.
Bib-Style Necklace, Cufflet and Earring Set
Discover the enchanting allure of this necklace, earring, and hand bracelet set, inviting you to explore every shimmering detail up close. This parure ignites a passion for sparkling beadwork.
Bib-Style Necklace, Cufflet and Earring Set
It might seem like Anh Nhan chose real sunflowers for this necklace, but she skillfully crafted them with beads for "Sun Flower Field."
Cufflet
This award-winning chainmaille cufflet, designed by Rachel Fleming, is guaranteed to spark your creativity with its exceptional craftsmanship.
Leather Guitar Strap
Why settle for plain guitar straps? Christie Johnson used seed beads to create stunning, intricate patterns in this captivating example.
Seed Beaded Guitar Strap
Lydia Humphrey's "Shadow and Flame Guitar Strap" is a striking example of how you can decorate anything with seed beads.
Guitar Strap
Nearly everything can be beaded. Designer Lydia Humphrey brought beads to a guitar strap to great effect, creating visual stimulation to accompany musical enjoyment.
Double-Strand Necklace
Sip the delight of Karen Parker's "Sweet Honey" necklace, featuring an abundance of bee-themed elements—from honeycomb patterns to drops of honey and the charming bee itself.
Bigfoot Earrings
Embark on a whimsical journey with Kelly Kindall’s "A Stroll with Bigfoot" earrings, intricately woven with delicate seed beads, celebrating their status as a 2023 contest finalist.
Bib-Style Necklace
Embrace the warmth of 'Sunshine' with this intricately designed seed bead necklace—a radiant piece that proudly stands as a finalist for 2023.
Cuff Bracelet
Blue Zephyr is the result of an artist's creativity in full freeform. Adding twists, turns and components as the heart desired, Cyndi Salata created an intricate cuff bracelet.
Earrings
Twisting gold-filled wire frames and moves across this sparkling raw gemstone for a sparkling galactic look.
Earrings
Capture a spectrum of colors in these 12Kt gold-filled earrings adorned with Crystal Passions® bicone beads for a look that's both edgy and cheerful.
Bracelet, Earring and Ring Set
Dress to impress with formal futuristic wirework. Combine tight coils and silver pearls for resplendent, versatile accessories.
Sunset Bracelet
Experience the essence of an Ocean Sunset woven into each seed bead of this exquisite bracelet, a stunning creation that earned its place as a 2023 finalist.
Collar-Style Necklace
Madlen Zhorzholiani's "Sun in the Sea" necklace takes you on an under-the-sea adventure. The captivating interplay of colors is surpassed only by the intricacy of the beadwork.
Double-Strand Necklace
Get inspired to add a touch of realism to your jewelry designs with this gorgeous seed-beaded butterfly necklace.
"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.
Bib-Style Necklace
Jennifer Stephens' "Pacific Tidepool" necklace blends various bead sizes and textures, capturing the essence of tidepools while exuding avant-garde beauty and balance.
Bib-Style Necklace
Irina Oleinik's "Dragon" necklace was a finalist in our 2023 Jewelry-Making Contest. This masterpiece of seed beading is destined to make a dramatic entrance!
Two-Piece Christmas Bracelet Set
Using large and small seed beads in the Cellini stitch creates a 3D effect. Katsue Huang's experiments with this technique produced festive Christmas tree and Santa hat motifs.
2021 Jewelry-Making Contest Winners and Finalists
While the contest is over, the winning designs continue to transcend their time. Explore the remarkable winners of the 2021 Jewelry-Making Contest.
2018 Jewelry-Making Contest Winners and Finalists
See the remarkable winning and finalist designs of the 2018 Jewelry Making Contest.
2020 Jewelry-Making Contest Winners and Finalists
See the incredible winning and finalist designs of the 2020 Jewelry Making Contest, such as Laura Giusti's intricate work of art.
2019 Jewelry-Making Contest Winners and Finalists
See the winners of the 2019 Jewelry-Making Contest that surpassed expectations with an unparalleled level of detail and artistry.
2022 Jewelry-Making Contest Winners and Finalists
Explore the spectacular winners of the 2022 Jewelry-Making Contest, such as Deb Benninger's masterpiece meant to resemble "a swarm of butterflies...".
2023 Jewelry-Making Contest Winners and Finalists
Explore the winners of the 2023 Jewelry-Making Contest, such as Karen Carmichael's masterpiece inspired by Horsetail Falls in Yosemite National Park.
Earrings
Rangashrii Santhanam wanted to create show-stopping earrings, and we think she succeeded! Tiny seed beads form a diamond-patterned netting that showcases the bicones with striking contrast.
Jewelry-Making Contest Winners
Each year we are amazed by the exceptional talent and creativity displayed in entries by jewelry makers. View their artistry, craftmanship, and innovation.
Single-Strand Necklace
The seed bead colors in Betty Neve's Rainbow Connection seem to blend into one another like a watercolor painting, framed by jaw-dropping wirework.
Bracelet
According to Baltic mythology, Austeja is the goddess of bees and stands as a symbol of friendship. Ezartesa's gold medal-winning bracelet keeps this benevolent queen close by.
Single-Strand Necklace
Lois Blake shares her love through beautiful metalworked copper with her Take My Heart necklace.
Two-Piece Necklace Set
Combining three different seed bead stitches, Rangashrii Santhanam’s Maia Pendant creates a unique and breathtaking statement piece.
Collar-Style Necklace
With over 275 crystals, Laura Embrey’s De Profundis Ad Astra sparkles as beautifully as a clearnight sky.
Bib-Style Necklace
Duchess by Kathleen Devine combines shimmering Crystal Passions® rivolis with beautiful cream and blue pearls for a sophisticated, modern design.
Earrings
Hand-carved amethyst gemstone drops steal the show in Hannah Crane’s Amethyst and Crystal Dangle Earrings
Earrings
Inspired by the artwork of the Zapotec people of Southern Mexico, Lindsay Reavis’ Beaded Zapotec Rug Earrings convert a classic rug-weaving pattern into energetic tassel earrings.
Brooch
The geckos inhabiting Ibiza sparked the creation of this wire-wrapped brooch. The artist, ANKA, used turquoise and tourmaline to add pops of color to the copper reptile, which can also be worn as a pendant.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set
Elaine Lawell's love of ginkgo leaves shines in these highly detailed focals, cast from molds of the artist's original handmade piece. With its realistic botanical theme, "Ginkgo 5-leaf" has a whisper of Art Nouveau influence while appealing to modern sophistication.
Bib-Style Necklace
Seed beads and cabochons are expertly woven together in Irina Oleinik's exquisite "Orchid" necklace, creating a beautiful tribute to its living namesake.
Bib-Style Necklace and Earring Set
Iryna Combs created "Passion of Alexandrite" for her June-born daughter to showcase the stone's remarkable color-shifting qualities. This award winning design is crafted with Crystal Passions® fancy stones and complemented by crystal pearls.
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.
Bib-Style Necklace
Experiment with metal components to bring jewelry designs to life. The gears and bits contained in the necklace appear to move in a mysterious, cooperative way.
Collar-Style Necklace
Bring the colorful garden of Peru to you with this wirework necklace. Dress up a simple t-shirt--when worn this design looks just like thread embroidery.
Bracelet
Easily transition from battle to celebration with this one-of-a-kind bracelet. Traditional chainmaille techniques combine with pink opal to create an air of sophistication.
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