Tabla de contenidos para April 2020 en Bead&Button

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Beaded Toys Since my youth, I have always loved toys and beading — this is from where my hobby stems. At first, I made the toys for myself. After a while, people requested that I teach them how to stitch toys, too. This is when I began writing tutorials. My toys are made from a variety of seed beads. Peyote, square, and herringbone stitches are used to construct them. They are filled with a hypoallergenic stuffing. I draw and use photographs for inspiration for my canine creations. I have been making toys for eight years now, and have beaded about 20 different dog breeds (most popularly, the Yorkshire Terrier). Tutorials for purchase can be found on my Etsy site. Marina Vladimirovna Konstantinova Abakan, Russia marina_konstantinova_1965@mail.ru toysbeads.etsy.com 3-D Beaded Birds My…

DIFFICULTY bead weaving How to pick up the two-hole cabochon beads: Place the cabochon beads flat on your work surface, and pick them up through the left hole (LH) or the right hole (RH). How to pick up the crescent beads: Place them flat on your work surface with the tips of the bead pointing away from you. Pick them up through the left hole (LH) or the right hole (RH), per the instructions. LARGE COMPONENT 1) On 2 yd. (1.8 m) of thread, pick up a repeating pattern of an 11° seed bead and a 7 mm cabochon bead (RH) four times. Leaving a 6-in. (15 cm) tail, tie the beads into a ring with a square knot. Sew through all the beads again, and continue through the first…

DIFFICULTY bead weaving How to pick up the two-hole cabochon beads: With the domed side facing up, sew down through the left hole (LH). When sewing through the cabochon, sew through the left hole (LH) or right hole (RH), per the instructions. NECKLACE 1) On a comfortable length of thread and leaving a 6-in. (15 cm) tail, pick up a two-hole cabochon (LH) as shown, an 11° seed bead, a color A 4 mm pearl, an 11°, an A, and an 11°, sew through all the beads again, and continue through the cab (LH) to create a loop on the left side of the cab. Retrace the thread path (figure 1, a–b), and continue through the open hole (RH) of the cab (b–c). 2) Pick up an 11°, an A,…

The beautifully patriotic beaded collar named “Independence” showcases the red, white, and blue of “Old Glory.” But upon closer inspection and explanation, it reveals much of the personal story of its 41-year-old designer, Guzialia Reed. The necklace shows her patriotism and love for the United States, which has given her a husband and a wide variety of experiences in-country and abroad because of his military career. Born in the post-Soviet Union country of Kyrgyzstan, Reed moved to Kazakhstan when she was 20 years old to continue her education. She ultimately received a bachelor’s degree in political science, a master’s degree in English as a foreign language, and an MBA. Along the way, she met her husband, Waylon, with whom she had a long-distance relationship for three years. They married in…

DIFFICULTY tubular peyote EARRINGS 1) On 1½ yd. (1.4 m) of thread, pick up 20 11° seed beads, leaving a 6-in. (15 cm) tail. Sew through the beads again to form a ring, and continue through the next few beads (figure 1, a–b). These beads will form the first two rounds as the next round is added. 2) Work a round of tubular peyote using 11° seed beads, and step up through the first 11° added (figure 2, a–b). 3) Work two more rounds using 11°s, stepping up at the end of each round and keeping a moderate tension (b–c). The beadwork will begin to cup. 4) Pick up an 8° seed bead, and sew through the next 11° in the previous round (figure 3, a–b). Pick up a SuperDuo…

MINIMAL METAL JEWELRY By Kieu Pham Gray Minimal metal jewelry Modern designs using wire & jump rings This book is a great introduction to simple metalwork using only two easy-to-find materials: wire and jump rings. Readers will learn many torchwork techniques from an experienced and popular teacher, Kieu Pham Gray. You’ll choose from 20+ modern, incredibly wearable earrings, pendants, rings, and bracelets. Most projects include design alternatives in different metals or styles, and a bonus section of handmade clasps rounds out this collection. 978-1-62700-694-1 Kalmbach Media CREATING WOODEN JEWELRY By Sarah King In this new book, author Sarah King combines 24 skill-building projects with inspiration and examples. Following her step-by-step photos, readers can create different statement pins, earrings, bracelets, and necklaces. Chapters are divided by approach, and include basics, shaping,…

DIFFICULTY right-angle weave/bead weaving BRACELET 1) On a comfortable length of thread, pick up two 6° seed beads, a color A 11° seed bead, a color B 11° seed bead, an A, a B, half of the clasp, a B, an A, a B, and an A. Leaving a 6-in. (15 cm) tail, sew through all the beads again (not shown in the figure for clarity), and continue through the first two 6°s added (figure 1, a–b). 2) Pick up four 6°s, and sew through the two 6°s your thread exited at the beginning of this step going in the same direction (b–c). Retrace the thread path. tip Use a medium tension when retracing thread paths through the 6° seed beads. You want the beadwork to be symmetrical, and not…

DIFFICULTY bead weaving BRACELET BAND 1) On a comfortable length of thread and leaving a 6-in. (15 cm) tail, pick up a 6 mm fire-polished bead, an 11° seed bead, a 15° seed bead, a bar bead, an 11° seed bead, a bar, a 15°, and an 11° seed bead (figure 1, a–b). Sew through all the beads again to form a ring (not shown in the figure for clarity), tie the working thread and tail together with a square knot, and continue through the next seven beads to exit the second 15° (b–c). 2) Pick up three 11° Demi beads and a 15°, and sew through the open hole of the nearest bar (c–d). 3) Pick up an 11° seed bead, a bar, a 15°, three 11° Demis, and…

DIFFICULTY right-angle weave IT’S REVERSIBLE! REVERSIBLE NECKLACE Side 1 1) On a comfortable length of thread and leaving a 6-in. (15 cm) tail, pick up a repeating pattern of a 6° Demi bead and three 11° Demi beads twice, and sew through the first five beads to form a ring (figure 1, a–b). This is the first right-angle weave (RAW) stitch. tip Use a moderate tension in the RAW units to allow the 4 mm beads to fit in the center of the units when added. 2) For the next RAW stitch, pick up three 11° Demis, a 6° Demi, and three 11° Demis, and sew through the 6° Demi your thread is exiting and the first four beads just added (b–c). Repeat this stitch once (c–d). 3) To join…

Bee toggle firemountaingems.com one of the most cited sources of inspiration by bead artists is nature. A striking sunset, the rolling waves on a pristine shoreline, and a tangle of briar bushes in a rich forest have galvanized the color and composition choices for many designers. Even animals and insects influence the artistic vision of beaders. Did you know that bumblebees are on the verge of critical endangerment? Without them, fruits, vegetables, plants, flowers, animals, and human beings would all be negatively impacted. Here are a few “bee-dy” products to help save our pollinating friends, plus a few components to proudly represent the species in your jewelry. Bumblebee tutorial All proceeds from Cath Thomas’ beaded bumblebee tutorial are donated to the Planet Bee Foundation, an organization that works with a…

TEXAS STATE BUTTON SOCIETY SHOW & CONVENTION Richardson, Texas March 12–15, 2020 texasstatebuttonsociety.com Ahoy Texas button collectors! Gather for “Buttons in and around the sea.” INTERGALACTIC BEAD & JEWELRY SHOW JACKSONVILLE Jacksonville, Florida April 3–4, 2020 beadshows.com Showcasing gems, beads, unique findings, vintage beads, and more! INNOVATIVE BEADS EXPO Oaks, Pennsylvania April 3–5, 2020 springibexpo.com Don’t miss the Designer’s Dugout with free demos. THE COLORADO STATE BUTTON SOCIETY Denver, Colorado April 4–5, 2020 coloradobuttons.com The annual show offers competitive trays, judging awards, workshops, and shopping. NORTH CAROLINA STATE BUTTON SHOW Waynesville, North Carolina April 25, 2020 ncbuttonsociety.wordpress.com Come for the button displays, vintage clothing exhibits, and button dealers. If you have beading news, tips, or events, send emails to editor@beadandbutton.com, and put “Bead Soup” in the subject line. Psst: we…

View them all on >> FacetJewelry.com MICHELLE SEPANSKI Patterns Reader Choice Winner • “Festive Chevron” • This beaded kumihimo necklace features a chevron design in the rope and a front focal with textured geometric shape. CLIFF SWAIN-SALOMON Patterns Winner • “Downton Deco” • Inspired by jewelry from the recent Downton Abbey film, this necklace features Swarovski-encrusted V-shaped darts to form crisp lines indicative of the Art Deco period. It uses a combination of CRAW, PRAW, RAW, and peyote stitches. ROSEMARY HOLLAND Shimmer & Shine Winner • “Butterflies in Time” • This necklace showcases a beautiful beaded embroidery collection, highlighting a glass cabochon and Swarovski rhinestones and rivoli. GABRIELLA JASZ Shimmer & Shine Winner • “Midnight” • This striking soutache and embroidered necklace was inspired by the glittering of snow on…

DIFFICULTY even-count peyote PEYOTE BAND 1) On a comfortable length of thread, attach a stop bead, leaving a 6-in. (15 cm) tail. Starting at the upper-right corner of the pattern, pick up 11° cylinder beads for rows 1 and 2: two As, three Bs, two As, one D, two Cs, five Ds, two Cs, one D, four Bs, and two As. 2) Following the pattern or the Word chart (Subscriber Exclusive: get it at FacetJewelry.com/resourceguide), work in flat even-count peyote stitch using the appropriate color cylinders. End and add thread as needed while you stitch, and end the working thread and tail when you complete the band. CLASP See the Handy Dandy Guide at FacetJewelry.com for a variety of finishing options; search for “Peyote pattern finishing techniques.” Choose the best…

rainbowed strands of gems. Plastic bags packed with crystals and CRAW tutorials. And the newest beads from your favorite vendor. We love the items sold at the Bead&Button Show, but the fun of going to an expo is more than just picking up items on your shopping list. It’s planning your time, scouring booths, chatting with merchants and friends (old and new), and the victory of finding treasures! To help you remember your fabulous experience at the Bead&Button Show, a commemorative bead is offered each year. The beads are meant as keepsakes to remind you of that year’s fun and catalysts to get those creative juices flowing for your next big beading design. As a visual treat, each and every commemorative bead, from 2000 to today, is here for you…

DIFFICULTY weaving NECKLACE SETUP 1) Cut the .40 mm tin thread into four 5-ft. (1.5 m) strands. 2) On one end of a strand, unravel 1 in. (2.5 cm) of the wire from around the core (photo a). Make a small loop by wrapping the wire around the end of the strand (photo b). On the other end of the same strand, unravel 1 in. (2.5 cm) of the wire around the core. With your fingers, smooth out the wire, and trim just the tip of the wire (about1⁄16 in. /2 mm) (photo c). This end will be used as a “beading needle” to add the beads. Repeat this step for each strand. 3) With the “beading needle” end of a strand, string 28 beads, and then make a loop…

DIFFICULTY bead weaving/square stitch COMPONENTS 1) On 1 yd. (.9 m) of thread and leaving an 18-in. (46 cm) tail, pick up a repeating pattern of an 11° cylinder bead, a 15° seed bead, an 11°, and five 15°s twice. Tie the beads into a ring with a square knot (figure 1, a–b), and sew through the first three beads added (b–c). 2) Work a square stitch: Pick up an 11°, sew through the 11° your thread exited at the start of this step, going in the same direction, and continue through the 11° just added (figure 2, a–b). Pick up two 15°s and an 11°, skip the next 15° in the ring, and sew through the following 11° with your needle pointing toward the opposite edge (b–c). Continue through…