beadwork mag june july 2011 xtra
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Q+E 3 NIGHT ON THE TOWN Julie D’Amico BeresSimple two-needle right-angle weave and netting tech-niques combine beautifully in this sophisticated bracelet
Q+E 6 FANCY FILIGREE Stephanie LaRosa Construct a focal piece of antique brass squares using easy wireworking techniques
Q+E 10 TEN OF DIAMONDS Jennifer Airs The diamonds on this bracelet take shape using an odd-count peyote-stitch technique that’s easy to learn
Q+E 12 A WHIRL OF PEARLS Debba Rofheart Circular peyote-stitched medallions become striking crystal earrings for special occasions
Q+E 16 SEASIDE SPIRAL Jenika Perry Showcase your favorite pendant on a Russian spiral rope
Q+E 28 IN THE FAST LANE Doris Coghill Work up this fabulously fast square-stitched bracelet
Q+E 32 STEPPIN’ OUT WITH THE BAND Alicia Grebe Frame a favorite cabochon with peyote stitch and display it on a freeform band of brass components
Q+E 36 LINKED UP FROM DOWN UNDER Carolyn Cave A peyote-stitched toggle clasp, gemstone beaded beads, and clever seed bead rings give this necklace its distinctive look
Q+E 40 RICKRACK BRACELET Carole Ohl Create a fun zigzag pattern by linking triangular shapes worked in peyote and herringbone stitch
Q+E 44 TUBULAR TWIST Venetia Perry This versatile peyote-stitched component made with seed beads and twisted bugles is easy to incorporate into your jewelry designs
Q+E 48 MORE TECHNIQUES
p. Q+E 12 A Whirl of Pearlsby Debba Rofheart
p. Q+E 28 In the Fast Laneby Doris Coghill
p. Q+E 10 Ten of Diamondsby Jennifer Airs
p. Q+E 32 Steppin’ Out with the Bandby Alicia Grebe
p. Q+E 6 Fancy Filigreeby Stephanie LaRosa
JUNE/JULY 2011
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night on the town J u l i e D ’A m i c o - B e r e s
TECHNIQUEStwo-needle right-angle weavenetting
See pp. Q+E 48 and 94 for helpful technique information.
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THIS SOPHISTICATED BRACELET pairs crystals and pearls using an easy two-needle right-angle-weave technique.
MATERIALS2 g metallic gold size 15° cylinder
beads (A)15 cream 10mm crystal pearls (B)28 fuchsia 8mm crystal bicones (C)1 gold-filled 6mm soldered jump ring1 gold-filled 6×10mm lobster clasp
with 4mm soldered ringCrystal 8 lb braided beading thread
TOOLSScissors2 size 12 beading needles
FINISHED SIZE: 7¾"
1) BASE. Use two-needle right-angle-
weave techniques to work the bracelet
base, starting at the end of the clasp loop:
Clasp loop: Place one needle on each end
of 10' of thread and string the 6mm
soldered jump ring, centering it on
the thread. Using either needle, pass
through the ring again and knot the
thread. String 5A on one end and 4A
on the other. Use the second needle to
pass back through the fifth A (Fig. 1).
Unit 1: On one end, string 6A and 1B.
On the other end, string 6A; pass
back through the B just added (Fig. 2).
Units 2–15: On one end, string 1A, 1C,
1A, and 1B. On the other end, string
1A, 1C, and 1A; pass back through the
B just added (Fig. 3). Repeat thirteen
times for a total of 15 units.
Fig. 1: Attaching the clasp ring
Fig. 2: Forming the first unit
Fig. 3: Adding the second unit
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Fig. 4: Attaching the lobster clasp Fig. 5: Embellishing the pearls
Clasp: On one end, string 7A. On the
other end, string 6A; pass back
through the seventh A. *On one end,
string 4A and the ring on the lobster
clasp. Pass through the ring a second
time, then pass back through the 4A,
the 7A, and the B just added. Repeat
from * using the other thread and
working on the opposite side of the
pearl (Fig. 4).
2) EMBELLISHMENT. On one end,
string 7A. On the other end, string 6A;
pass back through the seventh A. On
each end, string 6A; cross both needles
through the next B. Repeat across all the
pearls (Fig. 5). Secure the thread and
trim. ✦
JULIE D’AMICO-BERES owned and operated a bead store for six years, but now does her beading and crafting out of her home. She travels extensively both in and out of the United States and enjoys looking for beads in exotic locales. She lives in Wisconsin with her husband and their two dogs.
RESOURCES Check your local bead shop or
contact: Delica cylinder beads, FireLine braided beading thread, and all other materials: [email protected].
editor’s tipOnce you’ve finished embellishing the
bracelet, reinforce your work by starting
a new thread through a pearl at either
end and making a second thread pass
through all the pearls and crystals.
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fancy filigree S t e p h a n i e L a R o s a
TECHNIQUEwirework
See pp. Q+E 48 and 94 for helpful technique information.
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BEADWORK QUICK+EASY june/july 2011 Q+E 7 K QUICK+EASY june/july 2011 Q+E 7
LINK ANTIQUE-STYLE BRASS components using simple wireworking techniques to create a geometric centerpiece for this lovely necklace. A series of wrapped-loop components becomes the coordinating chain.
MATERIALS31 green-and-amber 4mm fire-polished
rounds (A)5 blue Picasso 8×6mm pressed-glass
flowers (B)10 forest-green jade 8mm rounds (C)12 brass 8mm filigree rounds (D)13 brass 16mm filigree squares14 brass 4mm daisy spacers (E)11 brass 2" ball-end head pins44 brass 5mm jump rings2 brass 8mm jump rings1 brass 8×23mm hook-and-eye clasp4' of gunmetal 20-gauge craft wire
TOOLSWire cuttersRound-nose pliers2 pairs of chain- or flat-nose pliers
FINISHED SIZE: 21¼"
1) CENTERPIECE. Use jump rings to
join the filigree squares, then embellish
with decorative dangles:
Filigree: Lay out the 13 filigree squares
according to Fig. 1 and link the
open corners together using 5mm
jump rings.
Dangles: Use 1 head pin to string 1A and
1D; form a wrapped loop that attaches
to the bottom corner of the top-left
filigree square. Use 1 head pin to
string 1A and 1B (wide end first);
form a wrapped loop that connects
to the left corner of the filigree square
below the previous loop. Repeat for
a total of 6 brass round dangles and
5 flower dangles, referring to Fig.1
for placement.
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2) STRAPS. Create the necklace straps
by forming wireworked links:
Link 1: Use 4" of wire to form a wrapped
loop; string 1A, 1D, and 1A and form
a wrapped loop. Use one 8mm jump
ring to attach one end of the link to
the top-left corner of the centerpiece.
Link 2: Use 4" of wire to form a wrapped
loop; string 1A, 1E, 1C, 1E, 1C, 1E,
and 1A and form a wrapped loop. Use
one 5mm jump ring to attach one end
of the link to the free end of Link 1.
Link 3: Use 4" of wire to form a wrapped
loop; string 1D and 1C and form a
wrapped loop. Use one 5mm jump
ring to attach the first loop formed
to the free end of Link 2.
Link 4: Use 4" of wire to form a wrapped
loop; string 1A, 1E, 1C, 1E, and 1A
and form a wrapped loop. Use one
5mm jump ring to attach one end of
the link to the free end of Link 3.
Link 5: Use 4" of wire to form a wrapped
loop; string 1A, 1D, and 1A and form
a wrapped loop. Use one 5mm jump
ring to attach one end of the link to
the free end of Link 4.
Link 6: Use 4" of wire to form a wrapped
loop; string 1A, 1E, 1C, 1E, and 1A
and form a wrapped loop. Use one
5mm jump ring to attach one end of
the link to the free end of Link 5.
Attach the clasp: Use one 5mm jump ring
to attach the hook half of the clasp to
the free end of Link 6.
Repeat the entire step on the right side
of the centerpiece using the other half
of the clasp. ✦
STEPHANIE LaROSA is a stay-at-home mom to a rambunctious three-year-old. She has been beading for five years and believes that anything can be turned into a piece of jewelry, whether it is a favorite photo, piece of fabric, or scrapbooking embellish-ment. Visit www.leclairrosedesigns.etsy.com.
RESOURCES Check your local bead shop or
contact: Filigree squares: MJ Beads, www.mel12.etsy.com. Filigree rounds and head pins: Artful Market, www.artfulmarket.etsy.com. Flowers: Beadslinger, www.beadslinger.etsy.com. Spacers, jump rings, clasp, similar jade rounds, and fire-polished rounds: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores, (888) 739-4120, www.joann.com. Wire: Ornamentea, (919) 834-6260, www.ornamentea.com.
Fig. 1: Connecting the filigree squares and dangles
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The design for this symmetrical bracelet came about while testing the possibilities of two-needle odd-count peyote stitch. If you aren’t familiar with this easy two-needle technique, you’ll enjoy adding it to your stitch repertoire.
ten of diamonds J e n n i f e r A i r s
TECHNIQUEStwo-needle peyote stitchsquare stitchpicot
See pp. Q+E 48 and 94 for helpful technique information.
1) BRACELET. Work a repeating pattern
of two-needle odd-count peyote stitch to
make the bracelet:
Rows 1 and 2: Place one needle at each end
of 7' of thread. Note: Using both a long
and short needle makes it easier to
follow the pattern. Use the short nee-
dle to string 5A, 3B, and 5A to the
center of the thread (Fig. 1—blue thread).
Row 3: Working with 1 bead in each stitch
in this and subsequent rows, use the
long needle to peyote-stitch 2A, 1B,
1C, 1B, and 1A; string 1A (Fig. 1—red
thread). Note: In this and subsequent
figures, red thread represents the
path traveled by the long needle; blue
thread represents the short needle.
Row 4: Pass the short needle through the
1A strung at the end of Row 3; work
1A, 1B, 2C, 1B, and 1A.
Row 5: Use the short needle to work 1A,
1B, 3C, and 1B; string 1A (Fig. 2—
blue thread).
Row 6: Pass the long needle through the
1A strung at the end of Row 5; work
1B, 4C, and 1B.
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Fig. 2: Adding Rows 4 and 5
Fig. 1: Working Rows 1–3
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9
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Fig. 3: Working Rows 6–10
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MATERIALS6 g gray-lined clear size 11° seed beads (A)6 g matte silver size 11° seed beads (B)2 g transparent black diamond AB size 11°
seed beads (C)2 g red-lined crystal 3.4 mm teardrops (D)1 silver 13mm shank buttonGray size D nylon beading threadThread conditioner
TOOLSSize 10 short and long beading needlesScissors
FINISHED SIZE: 7"
ARTIST’S TIPS
• Once you are comfortable with this
two-needle method, differentiating
the needles by size is not necessary.
Or, identify your threads by using
different colors of permanent
markers.
• Lay out the beads for each row in
advance.
Fig. 7: Attaching the clasp loop
Row 7: Use the long needle to work 1B
and 5C; string 1B (Fig. 3—red thread).
Row 8: Pass the short needle through the
1B strung at the end of Row 7; work
6C.
Row 9: Use the short needle to work 3C,
1D, and 2C; string 1C (Fig. 3—
blue thread).
Row 10: Pass the long needle through the
1C at the end of Row 9; work 6C
(Fig. 3—red thread).
1st picot: Use the long needle to string
3B; pass back through the first bead of
Row 9 and exit the end of Row 7. Pass
through the 3B just added; string 1B
(the first Row 11 bead) and square-
stitch it to the first bead of Row 9. Exit
the last bead added in Row 10 (Fig. 4).
Row 11: Use the long needle to work 5C.
2nd picot: Pass the long needle through
the end beads of Rows 10 and 9; string
3B and pass back through the last bead
of Row 9 and exit the end of Row 7.
Pass through the 3B just added; string
1B (the last Row 11 bead). Weave
through beads to exit the B just added,
away from the beadwork (Fig. 5).
Row 12: Pass the short needle through the
1B at the end of Row 11; work 1B, 4C,
and 1B.
Row 13: Use the short needle to work 1A,
1B, 3C, and 1B; string 1A.
Row 14: Pass the long needle through the
1A at the end of Row 13; work 1A, 1B,
2C, 1B, and 1A.
Row 15: Use the long needle to work 2A,
1B, 1C, 1B, and 1A; string 1A.
Row 16: Pass the short needle through the
1A at the end of Row 15; work 2A, 2B,
and 2A.
Row 17: Use the short needle to work 3A,
1B, and 2A; string 1A.
Row 18: Pass the long needle through the
1A at the end of Row 17; work 2A, 2B,
and 2A (Fig. 6).
Repeat Rows 3–18 nine times or until
the desired length is reached. When
working the final diamond, use 1C in
place of 1D in Row 9 and omit Row 18.
Secure the thread and trim.
2) FINISHING. Attach a button-loop
clasp to the bracelet:
Button: Use 12" of new thread to stitch
the shank of the button to the center
of the last diamond, passing through
the center C of Row 9. Repeat the
thread path to reinforce; secure the
thread and trim.
Loop: Start 12" of new thread that exits
toward the beadwork from the second
A of Row 1. String 2A, 1B, 14C, 1B,
and 2A; pass through the second-to-
last A of Row 1 (Fig. 7—blue thread). Weave through beads to the first
bead of the loop, pass through all
the loop beads again, and exit
toward the center of the beadwork
(Fig. 7—red thread). Check to make
sure the loop fits over the button
but is not too loose and add or
remove beads as needed. Repeat
the thread path at least three times
to reinforce; secure the thread and
trim. ✦
JENNIFER AIRS is addicted to beads, passionate about color, and happiest when planning a new piece of beadwork. Her first design was published in 2007. Since then about eighty other designs have been featured in numerous magazines, books, and on Bead TV. Visit www.jdjewellery.co.uk.
RESOURCES Check your local bead shop or
contact: Miyuki teardrops, Toho matte silver beads, and KO beading thread: Stitchncraft Beads, www.stitchncraft.co.uk. Other Toho seed beads: Beads Direct, www.beadsdirect.co.uk. Seed beads (U.S. source): Fire Mountain Gems and Beads, (800) 355-2137, www.firemountaingems.com. Toho beads (U.S. source): Artbeads.com, (866) 715-2323.
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Fig. 6: Completing the first diamond
Fig. 4: Adding the first picot
Fig. 5: Forming the second picot
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a whirl of pearlsD e b b a R o f h e a r t
TECHNIQUESflat and circular square stitchcircular peyote stitchladder stitchpicot
See pp. Q+E 48 and 94 for helpful technique information.
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BEADWORK QUICK+EASY june/july 2011 Q+E 13
SURROUND RIVOLI CRYSTALS WITH A BEZEL of gold seed beads and pearls for a pair of earrings with the classic look of fine jewelry.
MATERIALS1 g silver-lined light topaz size 15º seed
beads (A)1 g bronze-lined black diamond luster size
15º seed beads (B)2 g permanent-finish gold size 11º seed
beads (C)18 cream 4mm crystal pearls2 foil-backed Montana blue 14mm crystal
rivolis1 pair of gold- or silver-plated 4mm ear
studs with ball post with loop and ear nutsSmoke 6 lb braided beading thread
TOOLSScissorsSize 12 beading needle
FINISHED SIZE: 1½"
1) BEZEL. Use circular square and
peyote stitch to encase a rivoli:
Round 1: Use 5½' of thread to string 12C,
leaving a 6" tail. Pass through all of
the beads again and exit the third C
strung (Fig. 1—blue thread).
Round 2: String 1C; pass through the
last bead exited and the C just strung.
String 2C; pass through the next C
in the previous round and the 2C just
strung. Repeat around to add a total
of 18C, alternating between 1C and
2C in each stitch (Fig. 1—red thread).
Repeat the square-stitch thread path
through the first bead added to snug
the round. Secure the tail thread
and trim.
Round 3: Repeat Round 2.
Round 4 (anchor beads and prongs): Square-
stitch 2C to the last C exited (Fig. 2—
green thread). Note: These form the
anchor beads; always push them
toward the inside of the beadwork.
This side will become the back.
Ladder-stitch 2C to the last C exited
in Round 3, with 1 bead in each stitch
(Fig. 2—blue thread). Note: These 2 beads
form 1 prong for the front of the
bezel. Weave through beads to exit 3
beads away from the last one exited
in Round 3 (Fig. 2—red thread). Repeat
around to add a total of 18 anchor
beads and 9 prongs. Exit the tip
of a prong.
Fig. 1: Forming Rounds 1 and 2
Fig. 2: Adding anchor and prong beads in Round 4
Link several components to create dazzling bracelets.
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Round 5: String 2A and pass through the
tip of the next prong; repeat around
to add a total of 18A using loose ten-
sion. Exit the tip of a prong. Place the
rivoli faceup in the beadwork and pull
the thread tight to snug the beads
(Fig. 3—purple thread). Repeat the thread
path to secure and exit the tip of
a prong.
Round 6: String 3B and pass through the
tip of the next prong; repeat around
to add a total of 9 picots. Exit through
the base of a prong; work a turn-
around to continue working clockwise
(Fig. 3—blue thread).
Round 7: String 1 pearl and pass through
the base C of the next prong; repeat
around to add a total of 9 pearls.
Exit through the first pearl added
(Fig. 3—green thread).
Round 8: String 3A and pass through the
next pearl; repeat around to add a
total of 9 picots (Fig. 3—red thread). Exit
the tip of a picot.
Round 9: Pass down through the nearest
Round 4 anchor bead. String 2A and
pass up through the next anchor bead,
the tip of the nearest Round 8 picot,
and down through the next anchor
bead; repeat around to complete the
back of the bezel and secure the
remaining Round 8 picots (Fig. 4—
blue thread). Exit from the tip of a
Round 8 picot.
Round 10 (outside picots): String 3B, pass
through the last A exited, and weave
through the nearest As and pearl to
exit the tip of the next Round 8 picot;
repeat around to add a total of 9 picots
(Fig. 4—red thread). Weave through beads
to exit an anchor bead.
2) BAIL. Create a bail to attach an ear-
ring post:
Row 1: String 5A; pass through the last
2 anchor beads exited and the first 4A
just strung (Fig. 5—green thread).
Rows 2 and 3: Work 2 rows of square stitch
3C wide with 1 bead in each stitch.
Weave through beads to exit the center
bead of Row 3 (Fig. 5—blue thread).
Loop: String 5C, the loop of 1 earring
post, and 3C; pass back through the
second C just added. String 1C;
pass through the last C exited in
Row 3 and the next C (Fig. 5—red
thread). Repeat the thread path twice
to reinforce.
Picots: String 3B; pass through Row 2.
String 3B; pass through Row 1. String
3B; pass through Row 2. String 3B;
pass through Row 3. Secure the
thread and trim. ✦
Fig. 3: Stitching Rounds 5–8
Fig. 4: Working Rounds 9 and 10 on the back
Fig. 5: Forming the bail
ARTIST’S TIPS
• To make threading your needle a
breeze, use flat-nose pliers to first
flatten one end of the thread.
• Be sure to cull any beads that your
needle doesn’t pass through easily.
• To make sure the rivoli is centered in
the bezel, check the back to make
sure the point of the crystal is in the
middle of the Round 1 circle. If it
isn’t, gently squeeze the stone and
bezel until the crystal is centered.
• Instead of making earrings, simply
use one component as a striking
pendant!
DEBBA ROFHEART is a self-taught beader, designer, and all-around craft junkie. She sells her designs under the “debbaworks” name and teaches at Naturally Jennifer’s in San Luis Obispo, California. Visit www.debbaworks.etsy.com.
RESOURCES Check your local bead shop or
contact: Toho permanent-finish gold seed beads, Swarovski rivolis and pearls, and all other materials: Naturally Jennifer’s, (805) 547-1578, www.natuallyjennifer.com.
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seaside spiralJ e n i k a P e r r y
TECHNIQUESRussian spiral-stitch variationwirework
See pp. Q + E 48 and 94 for helpful technique information.
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BEADWORK QUICK+EASY june/july 2011 Q+E 17
DISPLAY YOUR BEACH-COMBING TREASURE or favorite art bead on a classic stitched rope that’s a variation on the technique known as Russian spiral.
MATERIALS5 g gray-blue-lined clear size 15° seed
beads (A)5 g metallic-lined deep blue size 15° seed
beads (B)8 g gray AB 1.8mm cube beads (C)8 g matte metallic bronze 3.4mm drop
beads (D)2 copper 3mm rounds2 copper 4mm filigree rounds1 ceramic 24×32mm vertically drilled
starfish tab1 copper 22-gauge 2½" head pin2 copper 4×1mm spacers1 copper 6×10mm lobster clasp with ring1 copper 5×12mm figure-eightSmoke 6 lb braided beading thread
TOOLSScissorsSize 12 beading needlesFlat- or chain-nose pliersRound-nose pliers
FINISHED SIZE: 18¼"
Note: Before starting, reserve 20A and
12B and mix the rest of the A and B beads
together. Beads from the mix are referred
to in the instructions below as AB.
1) ROPE. Stitch a Russian spiral rope:
Rounds 1 and 2: Use 5' of thread to string
{2AB and 1C} three times, leaving a
10" tail. Tie the tail and working
thread together with a surgeon’s knot
and pass through the first 2AB
strung. String 1C and 2AB; skip the
nearest 1C and pass through the fol-
lowing 1AB. String 1C and 2AB; skip
the next 1AB and 1C and pass through
the following 1AB. Repeat, adding a
total of 6AB and 3C.
Rounds 3–6: String 1C and 2AB; skip the
next 1C from the previous round and
pass through the following 1AB.
Repeat until you’ve added a total of
18C to the spiral.
Round 7 and on: Continue working in the
established pattern, substituting 1D
for 1C in every fourth stitch, until the
rope is 17" long. To end the rope, con-
tinue the pattern using 1C and 2AB in
each stitch until you have added a total
of 18C. Repeat the thread path of the
last round twice to reinforce.
Fig. 1: Stitching Rounds 1 and 2
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2) FINISHING. Attach the clasp and
string the pendant:
Clasp: With your thread exiting 1C on the
final round, string 5A, 1 copper 4mm
filigree round, 3B, the figure-eight
loop, and 3B. Pass back though the
filigree round, string 5A, and go
through a bead on the opposite side
of the final round. Repeat the thread
path to reinforce (Fig. 2). Repeat on
the opposite end of the necklace,
using the lobster clasp in place of the
figure-eight.
Pendant: Use the head pin to string
1 copper 3mm round, 1 spacer, the
ceramic tab, 1 spacer, and 1 copper
3mm round. Form a wrapped loop
that attaches to 1C at the center of the
rope (Fig. 3). ✦ Fig. 2: Attaching the clasp Fig. 3: Stringing the pendant
ARTIST’S TIPS
• Be sure to check that your drop beads are facing outward
before stitching the next row over them.
• For a more subtle look, use transparent, color-lined drops. For
a more dramatic spiral, use opaque or metallic-colored drops.
• Instead of attaching the pendant to the rope, use a large-hole
lampwork bead as an interchangeable focal piece.
JENIKA PERRY is a bead hoarder and owner of Beadles Originals Beads in Logan, Utah. Her mother taught her to make her first bracelet in 2000, and she hasn’t put her beading tools down since. Jenika’s goal is to someday visit the Czech Republic and Japan to watch beads being made. Visit her website, www.beadlesoriginals.com.
RESOURCES Check your local bead shop or
contact: Seed beads and drops: Beadles Originals Beads, www.beadlesoriginals.com. Ceramic pendants, FireLine braided beading thread, and all other materials: Artbeads.com, (866) 715-2323.
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The Micro Engraver lets you add a personal touch to your jewelry. It can engrave metal, glass, wood, ceram-ics, and more. You could make custom pendants with your own engraved designs or create a personalized jewelry tag with your initials to hang on your fi nished pieces. To use the Micro Engraver, hold it like a pencil and lightly touch the button with your thumb or forefi n-ger. Then touch the tip to the item you’re engraving.
The Thread Zap II trims, burns, or melts thread to fi nish beadweaving projects in a neat and professional way. To use the Thread Zap II, press the button to warm the heated tip. Holding the button, briefl y touch the tip to the thread to melt. Let the thread cool for a few sec-onds before continuing your beading.
Both tools are priced at under $20 each, making them affordable additions to your toolbox.
To fi nd stores in your area, visit www.beadsmith.com.
An Insider Look at Spring & Summer Trends 2012 with CREATE YOUR STYLE with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTSTwo exciting spring and summer jewelry trends next year include romantic elements and nature-inspired colors.
Add a romantic touch to your jewelry with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS’ new collection of fi ve heart shapes, each symbolizing a different stage of love. The Crazy 4 U Heart and Truly in Love Heart make sweet necklace focals. In contrast, the asymmetrical line down the center of the Forever 1 Heart adds serious drama. The organic Devoted 2 U Heart features an off-center hole that’s perfect for lighthearted earrings. With its heart-shaped center hole, the Miss U Heart makes a beautiful bracelet centerpiece or an elegant necklace with chain or dangles hanging from the bottom.
Spring and summer designs always burst with color. Four fresh summer colors from SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS include the leaf-inspired Chrysolite Opal, rich and earthy Crystal Bronze Shade, romantic Crystal Vintage Gold Pearl, and innovative Crystal Blend. The Crystal Blend shapes morph two colors into one. Amethyst Blend swirls from palest violet to deep purple, while Topaz Blend moves from champagne to warm brown.
Learn more at WWW.CREATE-YOUR-STYLE.COM.
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Be Inspired by Toho’s New HANDCRAFTED GILDED MARBLE BEADS Beadweavers understand the patience it takes to make something beautiful that lasts. So does Toho. They spent years studying and experimenting how to add a gilded marble fi nish to their high-quality, precision-cut beads. Gilded marble is an age-old traditional deco-rating technique in Japan, often seen on dishware or other household items. To achieve the elegant look of its new gilded marble beads, Toho overcame sev-eral challenges, including trying to use machinery to achieve this artistic effect. In the end, Toho decided that to get the best results, they needed highly skilled craftsmen to apply the gilded effect by hand. The results are amazing. These opaque beads come in nine gorgeous colors, including a rich cobalt blue patterned with gold that would be perfect for creating aquatic-inspired jewelry this summer. The round beads come in sizes 3 ,̊ 6 ,̊ 8 ,̊ and 11 .̊ Bugles in 3mm and 6mm are available. Cubes and triangles are also available. No matter what you create with these extraordinary gilded marble beads, everyone will want to take a second look.
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Add Sparkle to Summer Jewelry with NEW BEADS AND PENDANTSNo matter what kind of jewelry you make, you’ll love these four new beads by SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS from FusionBeads.com.
The linear facets on both sides of the Stairway bead create a chessboard effect. Its square shape and side-drilled hole makes it easy to incorporate into today’s jewelry trends.
If you love charm bracelets, take a look at the Be Charmed beads in the briolette and helix shapes. Both have a stainless steel core with a 4.5mm hole, making them ideal for stringing over ribbon, cord, herring-bone rope, or made to fi t silver large-hole chain.
The asymmetrical Organic Cosmic Triangle gives a modern look to jewelry. With its large center hole, it would make an excellent centerpiece for a faux lariat-style necklace.
Unlike most sew-on stones, the rectangular Space Cut Sew-On Stone doesn’t have a foil back, so you don’t have to worry about the wrong side accidentally show-ing when it’s worn. Try using jump rings through the holes on each end in a long necklace.
For the best selection of SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, visit FusionBeads.com.
Have you seen this UNIQUE SHAPE SEED BEAD?Miyuki just introduced a new bead called the Long Magatama Bead (LMA). This petal-shaped bead measures 4x7mm and is cut at a slight angle with a hole near the top. (Magatama means “curved bead” in Japanese.) This large size allows more light to go through the glass, giving it additional sparkle. The Long Magatama Beads make easy fringe on necklaces, bracelets, or earrings. The beads are available in about seventy colors and thirteen fi nishes, including transpar-ent, silverlined, galvanized, glass enamel, opaque, and metallic. Depending upon the colors and fi nishes you choose, you can give your jewelry a completely differ-ent look. For example, you could choose pearl white Long Magatama Beads to create a fl ower-shaped pin for a summer wedding using circular peyote stitch. (Add green Long Magatama Beads as leaves.) Or you could use the transparent sapphire Long Magatama Beads at the ends of chandelier-style pearl earrings. Or what about simply stringing the elegant bronze Long Magatama Beads to make a multistrand textured bracelet for evening? The possibilities are endless.
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Give Your Jewelry an Edge with GUNMETAL WIRE AND CLASPSGunmetal is a dark black/silver metal color that gives jewelry a modern look. It’s especially striking in night-time jewelry, as well as the popular vintage, mixed-media, and steampunk-style looks. Despite gunmetal’s growing popularity, it’s still diffi cult to fi nd high-quality gunmetal jewelry materials. Luckily, Fire Mountain Gems offers several new gunmetal supplies, including .019 Gunmetal Accu-Flex beading wire. This profession-al-quality beading wire is strong, fl exible, kink-resistant, and easy to knot and crimp. Fire Mountain Gems also offers machine-woven knitted copper wire with a black fi nish. This fi ne 3mm or 4.5mm wire creates a fl ex-ible and supple drape and can hold medium to heavy beads such as lampwork or gemstone focals. You can knot it between beads and either glue or crimp the ends. This gorgeous wire could easily become a stun-ning mixed-media necklace in under an hour by adding a handmade resin pendant, silk ribbon, and a gunmetal toggle or S-hook clasp.
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TECHNIQUESsquare stitchpicot
See pp. Q+E 48 and 94 for helpful technique information.
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THIS BRACELET WORKS UP QUICKLY and looks great in a wide range of beads, colors, and finishes. For variety, work multiple strands on a single bracelet, as shown here, or stitch a stack of single strands and wear them all together. MATERIALS
20 g matte metallic dark olive green size 6° seed beads (A)
104 black iris 3mm drop beads (B)1 silver 4×23mm 3-strand claspSmoke 4 or 6 lb braided beading thread
TOOLSScissorsSize 10 beading needles
FINISHED SIZE: 7"
BRACELET. Work 2 square-stitched
strands with picots:
First strand: Center a needle on 6' of
thread and tie the ends using a sur-
geon’s knot. Pass through the end loop
on one half of the clasp and through
the thread loop to form a lark’s head
knot. Adjust the surgeon’s knot so it is
about 1" from the clasp loop (Fig. 1).
Rows 1 and 2: String 2A; pass through the
clasp loop and the first A again (Fig 2).
String 2A; pass through the next A
in the second column. String 1B; pass
through 2A in the first column (Fig. 3).
Rows 3–51: Repeat Row 2 forty-nine
times or to the desired length. Hide
the knot and a few inches of the
thread tails in the beads as you work.
Fig. 1: Knotting the thread on the clasp loop
Fig. 2: Starting the first strand
Fig. 3: Adding a square stitch and picot
ARTIST’S TIP
This bracelet looks best when the
seed beads are matte and the drop
beads are shiny, or vice versa.
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Clasp: Line up the other clasp section to
make sure it’s in the right position for
closing. Pass through the end loop
and the next A in the second column.
String 1B and pass through the next A
in the first column. Pass through the
end and middle clasp loops and the
next A in the second column (Fig. 4).
Pass through the B just added and the
next A in the first column. String 1B
and pass through 2A in the second
column, 1B, and 2A in the first
column (Fig. 5). Do not trim the thread.
Fig. 4: Attaching the other end of the clasp Fig. 5: Adding the end picot Fig. 6: Square-stitching the end beads
ARTIST’S TIPS
• To make a single-strand bracelet,
start the strand using a soldered
jump ring or split ring on one end
and a lobster clasp with a split or
soldered jump ring on the other.
• For a wider bracelet, use a slide
clasp with more than three loops
and attach as many strands of
beadwork as you can fit.
A
Second strand: Attach a new thread to the
available clasp loop to make a second
bracelet strand.
Finishing: Using the working thread at
either end of the bracelet, pass
through the end and middle clasp
loops, the 2A in the end row closest to
each other on each strand, the middle
clasp loop, and the first A in the end
row (Fig 6—blue thread). Square-stitch
the next pair of adjoining A on each
strand (Fig. 6—red thread). Secure the
thread and trim. Repeat at the other
end of the bracelet. ✦
DORIS COGHILL left the corporate world in 2000 to pursue beading full time. She keeps busy with her website, www.beadsbydee.com, and designing and teaching her creations.
RESOURCES Check your local bead shop or
contact: All materials: Clasp: Beads by Dee, www.beadsbydee.com.
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TECHNIQUEStubular and flat peyote stitchwirework
See pp. Q+E 48 and 94 for helpful technique information.
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LINK AN ASSORTMENT of brass findings to create an asymmetrical bracelet band for a striking cabochon.
MATERIALS3 g matte black size 15° cylinder beads (A)3 g matte bronze size 11° cylinder beads (B)33 bronze 4mm crystal pearls2 bronze 5mm crystal pearls3 opaline alexandrite 5×4mm rondelles1 painted 30mm cabochon4 brass 2mm rounds1 antique brass 16mm dimpled ring10 antique brass-plated 6mm jump rings3½" of antique brass 9×17mm oval chain2½" of antique brass 2–3mm infinity chain1 antique brass 12×19mm 3-oval link1 antique brass-plated 15mm round toggle
clasp8 antique brass 1½" head pinsSmoke 6 lb braided beading thread
TOOLSScissorsSize 12 beading needleChain- or flat-nose pliersRound-nose pliersWire cutters
FINISHED SIZE: 7½"
1) BEZEL. Work tubular peyote to bezel
a cabochon:
Rounds 1 and 2: Use 4' of thread to string
enough B to surround the widest part
of the cabochon, leaving a 6" tail. Use
an even number of beads. Knot the
working and tail threads to form a
circle and pass through 1B after
the knot.
Round 3: Work 1B in each stitch. Step
up through the first B added in
this round.
Round 4: Work 1A in each stitch. Step up
through the first A in this round.
Round 5: Repeat Round 4.
Round 6: To form the decorative front
edge of the bezel, string 1A and pass
through the next 3A of Round 5,
Round 4, and Round 5. Repeat
around the bezel. Weave through
beads to exit any bead in Round 1
(Fig. 1–blue thread).
Rounds 7–9: Place the cabochon in the
beadwork faceup. Repeat Round 4
three times (Fig. 1–red thread). Add a
final round of A to secure the cabo-
chon, if necessary.
Connectors: Weave through beads and
exit a bead in Round 2. Working off
the beads in Round 2, form a strip of
peyote stitch 4B wide and 15 rows
long (Fig. 2).
Fig. 1: Stitching Rounds 1–9 of the bezel
ARTIST’S TIP
This easy bezel may find its
way into many of your
designs. Stitch only one of
the connecting strips, use it
as a bail, and hang the
cabochon as a pendant.
Fig. 2: Creating the peyote connector
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Zip: Pass the strip through the brass
3-oval link, fold the strip so Rows 2
and 15 line up, and zip the beads
together to form a tube. Repeat on the
opposite edge of the cabochon, using
the dimpled ring in place of the brass
ovals. Secure the threads and trim.
Bezel embellishment: Start 2' of thread
that exits a bead in Round 2. String
1C and 1A; pass back through the 1C
and through the next bead in Round 2
(Fig. 3). Continue around the cabo-
chon. Secure the threads and trim.
2) BAND. Form the bracelet band’s
decorative embellishments:
Embellishments: Use 1 head pin to string
one 5mm pearl and form a simple
loop; repeat. Use 1 head pin to string
1A, one 4mm pearl, and 1A and form
a simple loop; repeat twice. Use 1 head
pin to string 1 rondelle; form a simple
loop. Use 1 head pin to string one
2mm round, 1 rondelle, and one
2mm round; form a simple loop.
Cut the head off the remaining head
pin and form a simple loop, then
string one 2mm round, the remain-
ing rondelle, and one 2mm round;
form a simple loop to create a link.
Set all aside.
Chain: Using wire cutters, cut the 3½"
oval-link chain into two 2-link seg-
ments. Cut the 2½" piece of infinity
chain in half.
3) ASSEMBLY. Lay out the components,
check the length, and attach the compo-
nents and clasp:
Plan: Lay out the components as shown
(Fig. 4) or as desired. Adjust the length
of the bracelet band before you con-
nect the components, allowing an
additional 1" for the clasp.
Connections: Use 1 jump ring to connect
the oval chain to the dimpled ring on
one side of the cabochon. Use 1 jump
ring to connect the infinity-chain
segment to the same component.
Attach 1 jump ring to the end of the
oval chain and connect that jump ring
and the end link of the infinity chain
with another jump ring. Attach that
jump ring to one end of the rondelle
link. Repeat on the other side of the
cabochon, omitting the rondelle link.
Finishing: Attach the pearl and rondelle
dangles to the bracelet band as shown
(Fig. 4) or as desired. Use a jump ring
to attach each end of the clasp to the
ends of the bracelet band. ✦
ALICIA GREBE lives in Waterford, Connecticut. She has been beading and creating jewelry for more than ten years. She teaches classes and sells her jewelry online at www.beadingaway.com.
RESOURCES Check your local bead shop or
contact: Cabochon: author’s collection. Delica cylinder beads, Swarovski pearls, FireLine braided beading thread, and all other materials: Artbeads.com, (866) 715-2323.
Fig. 3: Embellishing the bezel
Fig. 4: Connecting the band components
ARTIST’S TIP
Feel free to adapt the brace-
let band by choosing
whatever findings, compo-
nents, and embellishments
you have available.
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In partnership with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS,
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deeply romantic story on the theme of love. Love
Story of the Heart is a collection of fi ve heart
shapes in crystal; each one tracks a different stage
of love, going by the whimsical names of Crazy 4 U
Heart, Devoted 2 U Heart, Miss U Heart, Forever 1
Heart and Truly In Love Heart. Available in one color
and fi ve effects, including the exclusive and subtle
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TECHNIQUESpeyote stitchstringingwirework
See pp. Q+E 48 and 94 for helpful technique information.
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CAROLYN’S EASY BEADED BEADS resemble the “spiky ball” seedpods of the liquid amber tree outside her Australian home. In her necklace, she links them together with a clever seed bead chain. Her beads also work well as dangles for a lovely pair of earrings.
MATERIALS 10 g gold-luster peach size 15º seed
beads (A)3 g iris dark brown size 11º seed beads (B)52 brown natural snowflake jasper 6mm
rounds (C)20 gold-plated 10mm twisted jump ringsSmoke and crystal 6 lb braided beading
threads
TOOLS2 pairs of chain- or flat-nose pliersSize 10 beading needleToothpick or slim crochet hook
FINISHED SIZE: 25"
1) BEADED-BEAD LINKS. Make large
and small beaded beads and add loops to
form links:
Round 1: Use 14" of smoke thread to
string 1C and 1B; pass back through
the C, leaving a 6" tail. String 1C and
1B, then pass back through the C just
added and pull the beads up against
the previous C (Fig. 1); repeat to add a
third C/B and complete the 3C/3B
cluster. Tie the tail and working
threads using a square knot so the
beads sit in a three-leaf clover shape.
Tie another knot to secure.
Round 2: Repeat Round 1 for a second
3C/3B cluster. Again, tie the tail and
working threads using a square knot,
pulling tight so the second 3C/3B
cluster is snug against the first 3C/3B
cluster and the knot is between
Rounds 1 and 2. Tie a second knot to
secure. Adjust the working and tail
threads so they exit in opposite direc-
tions from the center.
Loops: String 1C and 7B; pass back
through the C (Fig. 2). Pull tight to
snug the loop up against the 3C/3B
cluster of Round 2. Repeat on the
other end with the tail thread. Secure
the threads and trim.
Repeat the entire step twice for a total of
3 large beaded-bead links. Repeat the
entire step four times, omitting Round 2,
for a total of 4 small beaded-bead links.
Set aside.
ARTIST’S TIPS
• Vary the size of the
beaded beads as
desired for a bolder or
subtler look.
• Dress up the piece by
using glass pearls or
crystals in place of the
stone beads.
Fig. 2: Adding the first loop
Fig. 1: Starting Round 1
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2) SIMPLE LINKS. Use 8" of smoke
thread to string 3C and 7B; pass back
through the 3C, leaving a 6" tail. String
7B; weave through all the beads again to
reinforce. Knot the tail and working
threads together (Fig. 3). Repeat for a sec-
ond simple link. Set aside.
3) BEADED CIRCLES. Use 6" of crystal
thread to string 40A. Leaving a bead’s
width of space, knot the ends together to
form a circle. Note: This space gives the
link flexibility. Repeat the thread path
to reinforce. Secure the thread and
trim. Repeat thirty-one times for a total
of 32 circles. Set aside.
4) TOGGLE BAR. Use flat peyote stitch
to form the toggle bar:
Tube: Use 24" of smoke thread and even-
count peyote stitch to work a strip 8B
wide and 12 rows long. Fold the bead-
work so the beads of Rows 1 and 12
interlock and zip up the ends. Exit
one end of the tube. String 1C and 1B,
then pass back through the C and
through the center of the tube; repeat
to embellish the other end of the tube.
Loops: Weave through beads to exit the
fourth B from one edge. String 17A,
then pass through the next B of the
nearest row. String 17A; pass back
through the last B exited (Fig. 4).
5) ASSEMBLY. Link the necklace
together using the beaded circles:
Toggle connection: Attach 1 jump ring to
the loops of the toggle.
Looped section: Fold 1 beaded circle in
half; pass one end of the fold through
the previously added jump ring. Bring
both folded ends together and insert a
toothpick (or crochet hook) through
the two loops just made (this main-
tains the fold in the circle). Fold a sec-
ond circle in half, remove the
toothpick, and slip it through the two
loops made by the previous circle.
Bring both folded ends together and
insert the toothpick into those loops
(Fig. 5). Repeat once more for a total of
3 connected circles.
Link connection: Remove the toothpick
and use 1 jump ring to join the folded
ends of the last circle to one end of
1 simple link. Connect 1 jump ring to
the free end of the simple link (Fig. 6).
Finishing the necklace: Repeat the looped
section and link connection eight
times, alternating 1 small beaded-bead
link and 1 large beaded-bead link for
the first 6 links, then using 1 small
beaded-bead link for the seventh link
and 1 simple link for the final link.
Repeat the looped section once more.
Clasp loop: Fold 1 circle in half; pass one
end of the fold through the remaining
circle. Remove the toothpick from the
final looped section and use 1 jump
ring to join the folded ends of the last
loop to the folded ends of the first cir-
cle in this section (Fig. 7). ✦
CAROLYN CAVE has been beading for six years. She has learned the art by reading books and magazines, looking at articles of beadwork, and experimenting. Although she is a very busy person—a home-schooling mom, musician, and community-group participant—she fits beading projects into her schedule to fulfill her creative passions.
RESOURCES Check your local bead shop or
contact: Jasper, seed beads, FireLine braided beading threads, and jump rings: Fire Mountain Gems and Beads, (800) 355-2137, www.firemountaingems.com.
Fig. 3: Creating a simple link
Fig. 4: Adding the toggle-bar loops
Fig. 5: Connecting the first two circles
Fig. 6: Joining a simple link
Fig. 7: Making the clasp loop
OPTION
To create an easy pair of earrings, follow the
instructions for making a small beaded-bead link;
but instead of making two loops on the bead,
make only one for the earring top. For the second
loop, string only one bead so the earring has a
decorative end. Finish by adding an ear wire to
the loop. Repeat for
a second earring.
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Weto make
Design by Fernando Dasilva courtesy from “Modern Expressions” by North Light Books. The necklace was made using Beadalon 49 Strand White wire, Chain, and fi ndings. You can learn how to make this design at: http://www.beadalon.com/spatial_spheres_necklace.asp
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TECHNIQUESherringbone stitchcircular peyote stitch
See pp. Q+E 48 and 94 for helpful technique information.
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TRIANGULAR COMPONENTS COME TOGETHER for a rickrack-ribbon effect. Using contrasting colors or finishes accentuates the triangular connectors.
MATERIALS3 g matte metallic teal iris size 14° seed
beads (A)3 g semi-matte metallic bronze iris size 11°
seed beads (B)30 matte metallic bronze 3mm cubes (C)1 antique copper 13mm spiral toggle claspSmoke 6 lb braided beading thread
TOOLSScissorsSize 12 beading needles
FINISHED SIZE: 7"
1) TRIANGLES. Stitch triangular com-
ponents using herringbone and circular
peyote stitch:
Round 1: Use 6' of thread to string 3C,
leaving a 10" tail. Tie a knot to form a
tight circle; pass through the beads
again and exit from the first bead
strung (Fig. 1—aqua thread).
Round 2: String 2B and pass through the
next C; repeat twice to add a total of
6B. Step up through the first B added
in this round (Fig. 1—orange thread).
Round 3: String 2B, pass through the
next B of Round 2, the next C of
Round 1, and the following B of
Round 2; repeat twice to add a total of
6B. Step up through the first B added
in this round (Fig. 1—green thread).
Round 4: String 1B, pass through the next
B of Round 3, string 6A, and pass
through the following B of Round 3;
repeat twice to add a total of 3B and
18A. Step up through the first B
added in this round (Fig. 1—pink thread).
Round 5: String 2B, pass through the
next 6A of Round 4, string 2B, and
pass through the next B of Round 4;
repeat twice to add a total of 12B. Step
up through the first 2B added in this
round (Fig. 1–blue thread).
Round 6: String 6A, pass through the
next 2B of Round 5, string 2A, and
pass through the next 2B of Round 5;
repeat twice to add a total of 24A
(Fig. 1—red thread). Secure the thread, but
don’t trim. Set the component aside.
Fig. 1: Stitching Rounds 1–6
ARTIST’S TIPS
• If you want a sharper point on each
triangle, add 1A between the 2A on the
“points” in Round 6.
• If you need to add more length, add
more connector rows to each end before
adding the clasp or add another row
between each triangle. You can even add
more triangles, but there must be an
even number in order to keep the clasp
straight.
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Repeat the entire step nine times using
2' of thread for a total of 10 triangles.
Secure and trim the thread on all of the
triangles except the first one.
2) CONNECTING THE TRIANGLES.
Weave the long thread from the first tri-
angle through beads to exit a set of 6A
from Round 6. String 6A and pass
through the set of 6A just exited; repeat
the thread path to reinforce, exiting the
6A just added. Pass through a set of 6A
of Round 6 of a second triangle and
through the 6A added in this step (Fig. 2).
Repeat the thread path to reinforce.
Weave through beads to exit from the
other side of the triangle just added. Re-
peat entire step to connect all 10 trian-
gles in a strip. Weave through beads to
exit from the set of 6A of Round 6 at the
end of the bracelet. Note: Use the bracelet
photo to help determine where each
triangle will connect. They should
form a zigzag.
3) CLASP. Stitch the clasp to the
bracelet:
Toggle ring: String 6A, pass through the
last 6A exited, and repeat the thread
path to reinforce; repeat twice to form
a tab (Fig. 3—blue thread). String 3B, pass
through the connector loop on the
ring half of the clasp, pass back
through the last B added, string 2B,
and pass through the opposite end of
the set of 6A just exited (Fig. 3—red
thread). Repeat the thread path twice
to reinforce. Secure the thread
and trim.
Toggle bar: Weave the 10" tail from the
first triangle through beads to exit
from the set of 6A of Round 6 at the
open end of the bracelet. String 6A,
pass through the 6A just exited, and
repeat the thread path to reinforce;
repeat twice to form a tab. String 7B,
pass through the connector loop on
the bar half of the clasp, pass back
through the last B added, string 3B,
pass back through the third B added,
string 2B, and pass through the oppo-
site side of 6A just exited (Fig. 4).
Repeat the thread path twice to rein-
force. Secure the threads and trim. ✦
CAROLE OHL is a graphic designer who has been beading for more than seven years. Teaching and sharing with others is what she loves best. Carole is also a Certified Zentangle Teacher. Visit www.bead-patterns.com for more of Carole’s designs and read her blog at www.openseedarts.blogspot.com.
RESOURCES Check your local bead shop or
contact: FireLine braided beading thread: Artbeads.com, (866) 715-2323. Miyuki seed beads: Charlene’s Beads, (760) 530-9436, www.cbbeads.com.
Fig. 2: Joining the triangles
Fig. 3: Attaching the toggle ring Fig. 4: Stitching the toggle bar
ARTIST’S TIPS
• It’s possible to use 4mm cubes in
this design without changing the
bead counts.
• Using similar colors for the cubes
and the size 15°s will accentuate
the color of the size 11°s. If you
want a more monochromatic look,
use a combination of matte and
shiny colors to create a subtle
contrast.
ARTIST’S TIPS
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tubular twistVe n e t i a P e r r y
TECHNIQUESpeyote stitchpicot
See pp. Q+E 48 and 94 for helpful technique information.
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THESE EASY PEYOTE-STITCHED beaded beads are quick, economical, and versatile. String them on leather cord, link them with chain, or dangle them from ear wires.
MATERIALS1 g matte bronze size 15° seed beads (A) 1 g iris bronze size 15° seed beads (B)1 g matte brown size 11° Japanese seed
beads (C)1 g opaque lime size 11° Japanese seed
beads (D)24 bronze size 2×6mm Japanese twisted
bugle beads (E)Smoke 4 lb braided beading thread
TOOLSSize 12 beading needleScissors
FINISHED SIZE: 1"
1) BASE LAYER. Work flat even-count
peyote stitch to form a beaded bead:
Rows 1 and 2: Use 3' of thread to string
2D, 1E, 2C, 1E, and 2D, leaving
a 12" tail.
Row 3: Work 1D, 1E, 1C, and 1D with
1 bead in each stitch.
Rows 4–12: Repeat Row 3 nine times
for a total of 12 rows (Fig 1).
Tube: Fold the peyote strip so the ends
meet and zip Row 1 and Row 12
together to form a tube. Weave
through beads to exit toward the
beadwork from a D adjacent to an E.
2) EMBELLISHMENT. Add a second
layer of bugles, stitch the center detail,
and finish the edges:
Bugle-bead layer: String 1E; pass through
2C in the base. String 1E; pass
through 1D on the base and through
the adjacent 1D, heading toward the
center of the tube. Repeat, adding a
total of 12D (Fig. 2). Note: To avoid skip-
ping any beads in this layer, count out
12 bugles in advance.
Center detail and edging: Weave through
beads to exit an E just added, working
toward the center of the tube. String
1B, 1D, and 1B; pass through an E
Fig. 1: Stitching the peyote base Fig. 2: Adding the second layer
ARTIST’S TIP
Don’t be afraid to experiment!
There’s no limit to the ways
you can vary the colors or
finishes when making a single
bead or a series.
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diagonally across from where the
thread is exiting toward the tube’s
edge. String 1B, 1A, and 1B; pass
through the next E, working toward
the center of the tube. String 1B; pass
through the D just added. String
another 1B; pass through the E diago-
nally across from the E just exited,
creating an X pattern between the
bugle beads. String 1B, 1A, and 1B;
pass through the E exited at the start
of this step, working toward the center
(Fig. 3–blue thread). Pass through the
next B, D, B, and E. String 1B, 1A,
and 1B; pass through the next E.
String 1B, 1D, and 1B; pass back
through the E diagonally across from
where the thread is exiting. String 1B,
1A, and 1B; pass through the next E,
working toward the center of the tube.
String 1B; pass through the D just
added. String another 1B; pass
through the E diagonally across from
the E just exited. Pass through the B,
on the first picot in this round. String
1A and pass through the tip of the next
picot; repeat twice. (Add 2A if you plan
to string the beaded bead on leather or a
thick cord.) Use the tail thread to repeat
this step on the opposite end of the
beaded bead. Secure the threads and
trim. ✦
VENETIA PERRY uses bead therapy to unwind from her busy health-care job. See more of her work at www.jdnative.etsy.com.
RESOURCES Check your local bead shop or
contact: Bugle beads: Fox Den Designs, (262) 634-2323, www.foxdendesigns.com. Leather lace: Tandy Leather Factory, (817) 872-3200, www.tandyleatherfactory.com. Copper chain and spacer beads: LLB Findings and Chain, www.llbfindings.com. Seed beads and FireLine braided beading thread: Shipwreck Beads, (800) 950-4232, www.shipwreckbeads.com.
Fig. 3: Embellishing the tube
Fig. 4: Finishing the edges with picots
A, and B along the edge and the E
(Fig. 3–red thread). Continue around the
tube, forming 6 Xs around the tube’s
center and adding 15°s around the
bugle edges.
3) FINISHING. Complete the beaded
bead with a final round of picot edging:
Weave through beads to exit a D along
the edge of the base layer. String 1B, 1A,
and 1B, then pass through the adjacent
D and exit through the next D (Fig. 4);
repeat twice. Weave through the B and A
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more techniques
These basic instructions are for techniques used in this issue’s projects and are from The Beader’s Companion (Interweave, 2005). Don’t have this popular book? Call (800) 272-2193 or visit interweavestore.com.
C R I M P I N G
String a crimp tube and pass through the connec-tion finding. Pass back through the tube, leaving a short tail. Use the back notch of a pair of crimping pliers to pinch the tube into a U, leaving a wire on each side of the bend. Rotate the tube 90° and use the front notch to form the pinched tube into a clean cylinder.
F I N I S H I N G A N D S TA R T I N G N E W T H R E A D S
Tie off your old thread when it’s about 4" long by making a simple knot between beads. Pass through a few beads and pull tight to hide the knot. Weave through a few more beads and trim the thread close to the work. Start the new thread by tying a knot between beads and weaving through a few beads. Pull tight to hide the knot. Weave through several beads until you reach the place to resume beading.
G L U I N G
Place a sparing amount of glue on knots to secure them (we recommend G-S Hypo Cement or clear nail polish) or use enough glue to completely secure beads to a surface (E6000, Terrifically Tacky Tape). Allow any glue to dry thoroughly before continuing. Seal large glue-beaded surfaces with Mod Podge.
H A L F - H I TC H K N OT
Half-hitch knots may be worked with two or more strands—one strand is knotted over one or more other strands. Form a loop around the cord(s), pull the end through the loop just formed, and pull tight. Repeat for the length of cord you want to cover.
O V E R H A N D K N OT
The overhand knot is the basic knot for tying off thread. Make a loop with the stringing material. Pass the cord that lies behind the loop over the front cord and through the loop. Pull tight.
S Q U A R E K N OT
The square knot is the classic sturdy knot for securing most stringing materials. First make an overhand knot, passing the right end over the left end. Next, make another overhand knot, this time passing the left end over the right end. Pull tight.
S U R G E O N ’ S K N OT
The surgeon’s knot is very secure and therefore good for finishing off most stringing materials. Tie an overhand knot, right over left, but instead of one twist over the left cord, make at least two. Tie another overhand knot, left over right, and pull tight.
T E N S I O N B E A D
A tension bead (or stopper bead) holds your work in place. To make one, string a bead larger than those you are working with, then pass through the bead one or more times, making sure not to split the thread. The bead will be able to slide along but will still provide tension to work against when beading the first two rows.
W I R E W O R K I N G
To form a simple loop, use flat-nose pli-ers to make a 90° bend at least ½" from the end of the wire. Use round-nose pli-ers to grasp the wire at the tip; roll the pli-ers toward the bend, but not past it, to preserve the 90° bend. Adjust the pliers as
needed to continue the wrap around the nose of the pliers. Trim the wire next to the bend. Open a sim-ple loop just as you would a jump ring (see below).
To form a wrapped loop, begin with a 90° bend at least 2" from the end of the wire. Use round-nose pliers to form a simple loop with a tail over-lapping the bend. Wrap the tail tightly down the neck of the wire two or three times. Trim the excess wire to finish. Make a thicker, heavier-looking wrapped loop by wrapping the wire back up over the coils, toward the loop, and trimming at the loop.
To open a jump ring, grasp each side of its open-ing with a pair of pliers. Don’t pull apart. Instead, twist in opposite directions so that you can open and close without distorting the shape.
Wrapped-loop bails turn side-drilled beads, usually teardrops, into pendants. Center the bead on a 3” or longer piece of wire. Bend both ends of the wire up the sides and across the top of the bead.
Bend one end straight up at the center of the bead, then wrap the other wire around it two or three times. Form a wrapped loop with the straight-up wire, wrapping it back down over the already formed coils. Trim the excess wire.
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