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Bib-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Frosty white and opal-toned seed beads complement cultured freshwater pearls and glass cabochons in this prizewinning jewelry set by designer Anh Nhan.

Design Idea BC14

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Single-Strand Necklace

Beads and gemstones unite in this distinctive pendant, featuring a carnelian centerpiece and fiery Celestial Crystal® faceted teardrops.

Design Idea QH25

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Embrace timeless Victorian allure with this aventurine necklace and earring set. Enhanced with fiery Crystal Passions® rhinestones, it gives classic flavor a modern twist.

Design Idea QH24

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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!

Design Idea PM3G

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How to Make a Bib-Style Necklace

Ukrainian artist Elena Golovchenko blended purples and lavenders from gemstone, Czech fire-polished glass and seed beads to create this bib necklace. Follow Elena Golovchenko’s intricate design with Fashion Magazine’s instructions.

Design Idea D16F

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Stitching an "X"

Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman teaches how to create this "X" stitch used to embellish cabochons.

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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.

Design Idea PF3P

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Single-Strand Necklace

Karen Leslie's Chakra Opallios-Yin integrates classic and modern feels with a beautiful range of blue beadwork strung along the length of a zipper and fashioned into a trendsetting necklace.

Design Idea J91Q

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Go west with this colorful necklace and earring set. Seed beads create the colorway, encasing a turquoise-colored cabochon and accenting bright orange Preciosa crystal beads and pale pink Celestial Crystal pearls. Use the full step-by-step instructions to create your own!

Design Idea J90Y

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Single-Strand Necklace

This design is called "Thrill of the Fight," but there's no struggle involved in making your own version when you follow our step-by-step instructions.

Design Idea G41L

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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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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

The captivating depth of labradorite adds a stylish dimension to this statement necklace and stud earrings. Easily create this design with the step-by-step instructions provided.

Design Idea J90E

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Home Décor

A symbol of freedom, Katsue Huang’s Hippocampus captures the movement and vibrancy of its mythological namesake in tiny seed-beaded detail.

Design Idea PE2S

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Bracelet

Make one-of-a-kind seed bead bracelets with beaded toggles using brick stitch and peyote.

Design Idea PJ2E

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Single-Strand Necklace

Tamara Allison's coppery creation is designed, she says, for a bride. It features muted coppers, greys and creams to accent the floral cabochon focal.

Design Idea J32L

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Bib-Style Necklace

With a sultry plunging neckline, the delicate antique components work in harmony with valiant focals to exhibit an alluring, unwavering feminine power.

Design Idea L23C

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Collar-Style Necklace

Designed to resemble the bonds of love and hopes for the future, "Mother of the Bride" is both a statement piece and a cherished heirloom.

Design Idea LA5L

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Bib-Style Necklace

"Cinco de Mayo" celebrates the beauty of Mexican fashion and folklore. Brightly beaded flowers in rich colors give this design a sugar skull-like appearance.

Design Idea LA5M

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Single-Strand Necklace

Like the sun's rays disappearing behind domed hills, colored bands of beads trace the curves of gemstone cabochon accents.

Design Idea K71V

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Bib-Style Necklace, Cuff Bracelet and Earring Set

Wander through the Villa Lidozzi in this design. Inspired by the beauty of vintage Italian tesserae, this three-piece set uses seed beads to mimic the hand-painted floral cabochons.

Design Idea LA6H

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Bib-Style Necklace

Make a wish on the beaded sprouts of this moody, dandelion-inspired necklace with gorgeous detailing from front to back.

Design Idea K71M

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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.

Design Idea LA66

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Bib-Style Necklace

Inspired by a song featuring eight different cellos, "Chocolate Dreams" features loops and swirls of rich brown seed beads that mimic the different melodies of music.

Design Idea LA5T

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Necklace

Amanda Bielski-Wright masterfully weaves a breathtaking representation of the "Sunrise" as it fills the sky with vibrant colors. This splendid necklace captures the graceful home flight of a ceramic owl by Laura Mears, which inspired the piece.

Design Idea PF3B

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