Free Pony Bead Project for kids
Just like us adults, kids like to bead and make things with them too. I thought I’d share a fun project with you. I’m going to show or tell you, rather, how to make a melted pony bead candy dish. … Continue Reading
Just like us adults, kids like to bead and make things with them too. I thought I’d share a fun project with you. I’m going to show or tell you, rather, how to make a melted pony bead candy dish. … Continue Reading
Credit goes to: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-7691531/Jewelry-HUMAN-TEETH-ruins-9000-year-old-Turkish-city.html Jewelry made from HUMAN TEETH found in the ruins of 9000-year-old Turkish city, the first documented case of the practice in the Near East Researchers discovered three preserved human teeth in an ancient Turkish ruin Two… Continue Reading
There are many kinds of beads, made out of many kinds of materials. But some of the first and earliest beads, were hand painted to give them colors and patterns. And, while there are now, automated machines that do the… Continue Reading
With Thanksgiving nearing, I thought you might enjoy a couple of brick stitch earring patterns, along with brick stitch instructions….Enjoy everyone, and Happy Beading! Shelly
Yep….You read that right! A great place to find beads, is at your local sporting goods store. Especially, if you are looking for any bright, neon colors. And, there is usually a lot of packages that are marked down. The… Continue Reading
One of the most versatile ways to create anything with beads, is with a beading loom. If you’re not familiar with a beading loom, they can be purchased as a kit at your local craft store. And, they’re quite inexpensive!… Continue Reading
So, these are just a few of the things I’ve made. I will be adding to this gallery off and on. Please feel free to leave comments on my work….honesty is appreciated, so don’t spare my feelings. Thanks… Continue Reading
I want to discuss various stitches that are used in beading. There are so many kinds of stitches that can be applied and intermixed with each other to create a variety of looks. Not all of them are easy to… Continue Reading
So, you may be wondering what the best “support” for your necklace or bracelet might be. Asking yourself, should I use thread, cord, wire, leather, or maybe even hemp rope? There is no right or wrong answer here. It all… Continue Reading
So, here you are. You’ve found that you enjoy beading. Now, you suddenly have 9 necklaces, 3 bracelets, and 7 pairs of earrings. While you can manage to wear them all at some point or another, why shouldn’t you share… Continue Reading