Like the sun's rays disappearing behind domed hills, colored bands of beads trace the curves of gemstone cabochon accents.
How to Make Seed Bead Fringe
Follow along with our video instructions and learn how to add fabulous fringe to your seed-beaded creations.
Secrets to Seed Beading: What's In My Seed Beading Tool Kit?
Take a peek inside Rose's seed bead toolbox as you prepare to tackle the projects of her 10-part Secrets to Seed Beads series.
Face Mask
The trying times of a global pandemic inspired Tawny Druar to create this "Momma Bear" face mask with exquisite seed bead work.
Single-Strand Necklace and Bracelet Set
Calling on inspiration from ancient Egyptian jewelry trends, Ezartesa found a beautiful balance of classic meets modern with her seamless blend of color and geometric shapes.
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.
Bib-Style Necklace, Cuff Bracelet and Earring Set
Designer Tatiana Van Iten proved that artistic inspiration can be found anywhere by creating "Quarantine", a four-piece set based on a favorite television show.
Collar-Style Necklace
Swetlana Bondarava's "SnailyLove" features adorable mollusks crawling about intricate seed bead work in a color palette that fits perfectly with modern jewelry trends.
Bib-Style Necklace
Make a wish on the beaded sprouts of this moody, dandelion-inspired necklace with gorgeous detailing from front to back.
Bib-Style Necklace and Earring Set
Travel to ocean depths and explore the reefs below with Sue Hicke's "Coral Reef". Beaded fish swim among plant life and waves in this detailed set.
Bib-Style Necklace
Inspired by the beauty of Japan's winters, "-50 °F" exhibits organic forms covered in frost through the use of seed beads, crystals and pearls.
Collar-Style Necklace
Explore the Pleiades star cluster through this stunning necklace by designer Ryoko Dowling, a silver medal-winning piece that intertwines history, culture and astronomy.
Double-Strand Necklace
Enjoy fragrant blooms beneath a sky full of stars in Patricia Parker's "Stella Polaris", the Grand Prize silver medal winner in our 2020 contest featuring seed beads.
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.
Single-Strand Necklace
Inspired by geometric shapes, particularly triangles, this necklace by designer Marina Garbo earned a bronze medal for its ingenuity and unique style.
Sandals
"Rain Season" features intricate beadwork on removable panels. These shoes can be converted from simple beaded sandals to showstopping costume pieces!
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!
Single-Strand Necklace
Sometimes a single piece or color can inspire a design. When designer Lisa Martinez saw the pairing of matte black and gold seed beads, this necklace was born!
Collar-Style Necklace
"Le Soleil" by designer Laura Giusti encapsulates the warmth and radiance of the sun. It's no wonder this shimmering, intricate necklace took home the Grand Prize gold medal!
Kente Shawl
Kente cloth originates in Ghana, Africa, and was initially worn mostly by royalty. Larry Brown's "Beaded Kente Shawl" combines tradition with creativity for a truly special piece.
Single-Strand Necklace
This shimmering seed bead necklace was inspired by a happy memory between mother and son. Watch the sea turtle swim among the reef in Kylie Drapala's design.
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.
Bracelet
Kathy Ray’s Indian Princess bracelet combines turquoise seed beads with natural materials and tones for a modern spin on a classic Native American design