Seed Beading

You can master the Cellini spiral after following these step-by-step instructions. Extra-large images that show you exactly where everything goes.

The chevron stitch is a versatile seed-beading technique that is perfect for all kinds of decorative and jewelry-making uses. Learn how it's done with this how-to video hosted by Rose.

Add to your seed beading technique repertoire by learning how to make the Dutch spiral stitch. Three-dimensional models help you figure out each step of the instructions.

Expand your bead-weaving skills by learning how to make the flat chenille stitch. This complex beading pattern uses little seed beads, but don't fret, large images accompany the instructions to help you form each row correctly.

Learn how to change the width of flat peyote seed beading work with these tutorials. Easy step-by-step instructions show how to increase and decrease this popular off-loom stitch. The clear graphics illustrate stringing patterns and directions.

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.

Learn a new seed bead technique! The Russian spiral stitch is yours to master with these instructions and enlarged images that help you see exactly what to do and where.

Learn the double St. Petersburg stitch with jewelry designer Rose. How-to video includes written instructions for making this decorative stitch.

Follow along as Rose demonstrates how easy it is to create the tubular brick stitch. With just a few supplies, you can turn this stitch into necklaces, bracelets, clasps and more!

Find out with step-by-step instructions how to make your own version of this impressive looking stitch pattern.

The square stitch is an integral seed bead stitch to add to your jewelry-making technique repertoire. These instructions don't cut corners, making sure you can master the stitch.

Not sure how to finish your seed bead bracelet? Explore six different ways to give your seed bead jewelry designs the perfect closure--all with how-to videos!

Put a twist on the standard brick stitch weave to create a woven twisted ribbon then transform the ribbon into a lariat, finished with a pearl accent.

Olive-green seed beads enhance the red tones of the rose gold-filled components in these fun fringe earrings, creating a dynamic contrast.

Join Rose in this easy beading tutorial to learn the Pondo stitch—a versatile and uncomplicated technique perfect for designing popular seed bead bracelets, necklaces, and more. Discover the joy of creating stunning beadwork with this step-by-step Pondo stitch guide.

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.

Combining three different seed bead stitches, Rangashrii Santhanam’s Maia Pendant creates a unique and breathtaking statement piece.

With over 275 crystals, Laura Embrey’s De Profundis Ad Astra sparkles as beautifully as a clearnight sky.

Duchess by Kathleen Devine combines shimmering Crystal Passions® rivolis with beautiful cream and blue pearls for a sophisticated, modern design.

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.

Did you know octopuses lack skeletal structure? That’s why "Octavio the Octopus" is such a wiggly fellow--don't let him slip away.

Elevate your style, this stunning choker necklace and earring set, meticulously handcrafted using Delica®seed beads in a mesmerizing geometric shape, accentuated by a graceful drop tassel and intricate peyote stitch details.

Follow the complimentary step-by-step instructions as seen in Simply Beads to create this stunning seed bead necklace designed by Vicki Blizzard.

Seed beads and cabochons are expertly woven together in Irina Oleinik's exquisite "Orchid" necklace, creating a beautiful tribute to its living namesake.

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.

Feel absolutely regal with this embellished cuff bracelet. Crystals and seed beads sparkle in this design from Iryna Shlapakova.

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.

Life is short--make it sweet with a bold pair of earrings. Colorful Toho Beads® give sparkling detail to the wire knit flowers and forms of this design titled "Dolce Vita".

Adorn your handmade seed bead jewelry with delicately stitched flowers using the Nepal chain stitch. Learn how it's done with these simple instructions from jewelry designer Rose.

Craft a stunning jewelry set that combines the brilliance of Toho seed beads with the elegance of Preciosa Czech pressed glass beads, with the complimentary step-by-step instructions provided. This design is destined to enchant customers and become a captivating best-seller in your collection.

Cheerful pastel tassels dance amid seed bead-adorned jump rings in this spring-worthy jewelry set.

Beautiful seed bead baubles in blues and gold make for a bracelet with a truly striking sense of texture and motion.

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!

See how to weave beads on a Mirrix loom with and without the shedding device in this detailed tutorial courtesy of the manufacturer.

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.

Is seed beading in your DNA? Use the full step-by-step instructions with this spiral helix necklace and earring design and test the theory for yourself.

Wrap up your style with a memory wire bracelet adorned with exquisite seed and bugle beads.

The double Saint Petersburg stitch is a mouthful to say and an exquisite beading stitch in jewelry. You're sure to master it in no time.

Dive into this video tutorial on mastering the mystique of even and odd count peyote stitch, making beadwork a perfectly balanced art form.

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.

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.

Style and awareness combine in this seed-beaded bracelet. Make several for charity events and product lines with our free instructions.

Loom with square seed beads to create new and exciting looks. The square shape gives this bracelet project a modern feel despite using an ancient technique.

Jump in on the modern geometric jewelry trend with this gorgeous bracelet. The strategic shading and twisting forms make it difficult to discern where one angle stops and the others begin.

Bring in the new year in style with this celebratory necklace design. Pearls and crystals have been stitched into the cord pattern for a subtle touch of luxury.

"Tilikum - Wake for a Whale" is a stunning tribute to the orca. Deborah Glasser has captured these amazing creatures in several playful poses.

Wrap a bit of the big city around your wrist with a seed beaded bracelet evocative of the metro subway lines!

Create this Christmas'y mosaic bracelet with TILA® beads in time for the holiday season.

Create a little Christmas beading magic. We made a list (and checked it twice) of easy-to-follow project instructions. Make one for yourself or as gifts for loved ones.

Large jump rings hang like tiny Christmas wreaths in these seed-bead bedecked earrings. Follow along with Rose to make a pair.

Don't get your beads in a twist--or wait, do! Twisted bead strands create dimensionality and texture, especially in this necklace and earring twisted rope stitch project with full instructions.

Learn how to create the tubular chenille stitch with just a few simple steps in this how-to video.

Rose shows you how easy it is to create a tubular net stitch and a filled tubular netting stitch in these two video tutorials and detailed instructions.

Make this bracelet by using the herringbone spiral stitch. Don't know how to make that seed bead stitch? Just watch the video and follow along!

Follow along with Rose to make a bracelet with the spiral herringbone stitch while using your favorite seed bead colors.

Invoke the ornate elegance of royal fashion with this gold-plated and pearl statement piece.

Rose is showing off some wonderful beads to use when it comes to peyote stitch. Find out what she has planned, and what she is demonstrating off with simple beads.

Take your flat peyote stitch pattern to another dimension with this earring and necklace set. The graduated bead sizes give this design a 3D lift.

Create a boho-inspired seed bead jewelry set for an on-trend look. Substitute your own color palette for unlimited style options.

Make a splash with flashy Hollywood style wearing this twisted herringbone stitch necklace and earring set.

A shell necklace and earrings make the perfect beachy statement.

Anchors away in this nautical-themed seed bead jewelry set that’s perfect for summertime fun.

Southwestern, boho and a dash of Native American--these earrings take inspiration from all three styles.

Show off your seed bead talents with this set that uses peyote and brick stitch.

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

Boho, Southwestern, and Native American-inspired designs come together in this colorful seed-beaded bracelet and earrings set.

Seed beads are stitched into fiery feather-like patterns in this fabulous jewelry set. Silver-toned accents, turquoise nuggets and a dramatic eagle focal make this Southwest-inspired design take flight.

Spiral rope stitch allows you to create jewelry that looks intricate and complicated but is actually fairly easy. This bracelet is an eye-catching example.

Plain hoops get a snazzy spring and summer makeover with daisy chains of colorful beads.

Make your own seed bead watch bracelets using our watch findings for a smart and one-of-a-kind style.

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

Make a royal statement with this necklace and earring set featuring princess-cut Crystal Passions® pendants.

These feathery, black and gold seed bead earrings are a fun way to dress up any casual look.

The seed beads in this simple pendant capture the colors of the sea and sky, surrounded by a sterling silver frame.

Make seed bead amulet necklace bags for special meaning and a beautiful statement.

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.

Stitch up this colorful seed bead bracelet for yourself, a loved one or your customers. Our free instructions show you how.

Spring is in the air—and on your wrist with this delightful daisy chain stitch bracelet!

Oh mini Christmas tree earrings, oh mini Christmas tree earrings, how lovely are thy seed beads. Get in the holiday spirit with tiny wearable Tannenbaums.

Tila beads in Southwestern colors form an eye-catching pair of mosaic earrings perfect for attending a rodeo or spending a day at the ranch.

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

Bursts of leopardskin jasper interspersed between fascinating fossil gemstone beads make for a beautiful statement necklace.

Join the hummingbirds for a day in this stunning bib necklace. The creativity and precision with which this piece was made earned it the Wonderful Whimsy Award.

Inspired by the fish of the same name, "Parrot Fish" features a vibrant color palette reminiscent of tropical fish scales shimmering beneath the ocean waves.

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.

The brick stitch is ideal for a myriad of seed bead patterns. Watch this video to learn how to incorporate it into your jewelry designs.

A lampworked glass bead is the star of this floral-themed bracelet, framed by perfectly matched seed beading.

Take a run through the jungle with this beaded tiger purse. "Hunting by Moonlight" is bound to draw attention with its realistic portrayal of such a fierce creature.

Diane McPhee's "Theo" immortalizes the memory of a beloved furry friend. Vivid seed bead stitches paint a picture of a kind, loving animal.

It was the vivid colors captured in the morning dew in Edwin Batres' garden that inspired this dimensional design. "Rocio" is a stunner packed with textural appeal.

Find yourself wrapped up in a classic Lithuanian fairy tale while wearing this gold medal-winning bracelet by designer Ezartesa.

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.

"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.

Yeehaw! Bead a stylish band for your favorite hat and make a coordinating bracelet set.

Let's do the twist! Or rather, let's do the spiral--spiral herringbone stitch to make this bracelet project.

Join Jody Young for part 2 of her seed bead embroidery series. Learn how to beautifully accent cabachons with a couching-style stitch.