Tabla de contenidos para December 2020 / January 2021 en Beadwork

We’re ringing in the New Year with intriguing projects you’ll want to try. Kim Leahy resolves to do more bead embroidery this year—if you do, too, then we recommend starting with her Rain Goddess necklace on the cover (and page 49). Turn to Bead Buzz (page 80) for more inspiring resolutions from the designers who contributed to this issue. Be sure to check out the winning and honorable mention entries in the 2020 Interweave Jewelry, Bead & Gem Arts Awards. We’re thrilled that our contributors Edgar Lopez and Sue Neel are recognized for their amazing talents. If stretching your creativity is on your to-do list for 2021, entering this contest is a great way to give yourself the nudge. From Leslie Pope’s innovative Crossing Bridges bracelet (page 42) to Leslie…

artist’s tips > Any 4mm bead will work in place of G; try using crystal bicones for a more dramatic look. > Repeat the thread paths of each round to reinforce if your bead feels a bit too squishy. TECHNIQUES Two-needle ladder stitch Peyote stitch Netting PROJECT LEVEL ∘∘∘ MATERIALS 2g dark topaz gold luster size 15° seed beads (A) 1g matte dark olive iris size 11° seed beads (B) 1g polychrome copper ombre 5×2.5mm 2-hole SuperDuos (C) 25 antique silver 8×5mm 2-hole DiamonDuos (D) 30 sage polychrome 9×5mm 2-hole Kite beads (E) 10 half-coated prismatic 3mm fire-polished rounds (F) 5 half-coated prismatic 4mm fire-polished rounds (G) Smoke 8 lb FireLine braided beading thread TOOLS Scissors Size 11 beading needle FINISHED SIZE 1 ⅛ x 1 ¼ " 1) BASE.…

A RIVER OF PEARLS AND BRIDGE beads are the focus of this lovely feminine collar-style necklace. TECHNIQUE Right-angle weave variation PROJECT LEVEL ∘∘∘ MATERIALS 10g matte seafoam green size 8° Japanese seed beads (A) 58 hematite 5×12mm 3-hole Bridge beads (B) 119 matte gold 3mm fire-polished rounds (C) 142 crystal cream 6mm Swarovski crystal pearls (D) 1 gold 8×14mm ball-and-socket clasp 2 gold 4mm soldered jump rings 2 gold 6mm jump rings Green 10 lb WildFire thermally bonded beading thread TOOLS Scissors Size 12 beading needle Thread burner (optional) Bead stopper 2 pairs of chain- or flat-nose pliers FINISHED SIZE 17 1/4" artist’s tips > Use gemstone rounds, pressed-glass druks, or fire-polished rounds in place of the pearl beads for a different look. > Check all the holes in the…

CRYSTALS SPARKLE LIKE STARS in the night sky in this beautiful bracelet. TECHNIQUES Circular and tubular netting Tubular peyote stitch PROJECT LEVEL ○○○ MATERIALS 5g matte grey opaque size 15° Japanese seed beads (A) 2g gunmetal size 15° Japanese seed beads (B) 1g gray luster opaque size 11° Japanese seed beads (C) 1g matte metallic silver gray size 11° Japanese seed beads (D) 10 total 3mm Swarovski crystal bicones in a mix of these colors: purple velvet, olivine, fuchsia, light amethyst, aquamarine, air blue opal, and astral pink 3mm Swarovski crystal bicones (E) 10 total 4mm Swarovski crystal bicones in a mix of these colors: purple velvet, olivine, astral pink, and sapphire (F) 2 scarabaeus green 8mm (SS39) Swarovski crystal rivolis (G) 2 light coral Lacquer PRO 8mm (SS39) Swarovski…

artist’s tip Take care not to crowd the bead embroidery. It’s better to leave some gaps in the beadwork than to have beads crowding each other. FLEX YOUR BEAD EMBROIDERY and weaving skills in this gorgeous Art Deco necklace. TECHNIQUES Backstitch bead embroidery Single-stitch bead embroidery Circular netting Flat, tubular, and circular peyote stitch PROJECT LEVEL ○○○ MATERIALS 1g turquoise opaque size 15° Japanese seed beads (A) 1g metallic dark bronze size 15° Japanese seed beads (B) 0.5g metallic gold size 15° Japanese seed beads (C) 3g metallic dark bronze size 11° Japanese seed beads (D) 2g turquoise opaque size 11° Japanese seed beads (E) 3g metallic gold size 11° Japanese seed beads (F) 1 metallic dark bronze size 8° Demi Round seed bead 0.5g metallic gold size 11° cylinder…

Sparkling druzies and faceted glass mingle with sterling silver in this dazzling necklace set, which can be worn in any number of combinations. TECHNIQUES Stringing Crimping Simple wireworking MATERIALS Wire chain choker: 1 silver-plated 4×11mm lobster clasp 2 silver 4mm jump rings 1 silver 6mm jump ring 2 silver-plated 4×8mm crimp end connectors 14 ½ " of 3mm rose gold knitted wire chain Short purple necklace: 68 plum 4mm faceted-glass rounds 26 silver 4mm rounds 1 sterling silver 45×8mm flower connector with attached jump rings 1 silver-plated 4×11mm lobster clasp 2 silver 4mm jump rings 1 silver 6mm jump ring 4 silver 2mm crimp tubes 20" of satin silver .018 beading wire Medium necklace with triangle druzy: 12 pale pink 5×7mm faceted-glass ovals 50 mottled smoky topaz 2-hole pressed-glass lentils…

Use a die cutter to make this quick bohostyle necklace. If you have extra leather, you can easily make a pair of stylish earrings. TECHNIQUES Simple wireworking Knotting Die cutting MATERIALS 34 hybrid cornflower Picasso size 3° round seed beads 38 turquoise 5–10×4–7mm dyed howlite chips 36 mookaite 6–12×3–7mm chips 6 coco wood 9×6mm rondelles 1 copper 9x15mm lobster clasp 27 copper 6mm jump rings (small) 4 antiqued copper 8mm jump rings (large) 5" of oxidized copper 2x3mm cable chain 95" of dark chocolate 3-ply waxed Irish linen thread 40" of saddle tan 1⁄8" deer-tan leather lace 3×5" piece of tan leather 3×5" piece of turquoise leather 3×5" piece of brown suede 14" of copper 16-gauge wire TOOLS Big Kick or Big Shot die-cutting machine Tattered Leaves die Round-nose pliers…

Assemblage: 60 Backstitch bead embroidery: 49 Brick stitch: 30 Crimping: 59, 61, 64 Die cutting: 62 Knotting: 62, 64 Ladder stitch: 8 Netting: 8, 34, 37, 49, 54 Peyote: 8, 37, 49, 54 Picots: 42, 46 Resin: 60 Right-angle weave: 26, 34, 37, 42, 46 Single-stitch bead embroidery: 49 Square stitch: 54 Stringing: 58, 59, 61, 64 Wireworking: 58, 59, 61, 62, 63 BACKSTITCH BEAD EMBROIDERY Tie a knot at the end of the thread. Pass up through the foundation from back to front. *String 4 beads and lay them against the foundation. Pass down through the foundation next to the last bead added. Pass up through the foundation between the second and third beads just added, then pass through the third and fourth beads. Repeat from *. BRICK STITCH…

ELEVATE YOUR OUTFIT with this modern take on the classic pearl necklace. The components resemble planets, and you get to be the center of the universe! TECHNIQUE Circular brick stitch PROJECT LEVEL ○○○ MATERIALS 5g metallic oceanic size 15° Japanese seed beads (A) 10g silver-lined crystal size 11° Japanese seed beads (B) 5g matte pyrite galvanized permanent-finish size 8° Japanese seed beads (C) 22 black 8mm Swarovski pearl rounds (D) 14 dark grey 12mm Swarovski pearl rounds (E) 1 silver-plated 18mm toggle clasp 2 silver 4×6mm oval jump rings Crystal 8 lb FireLine braided beading thread TOOLS Scissors Size 12 beading needle Thread burner (optional) 2 pairs of chain- or flat-nose pliers FINISHED SIZE 19 1/2" artist’s tips > When passing under the exterior threads, be careful not to scratch…

THE SPARKLE THAT RESULTS from the two-needle technique used to stitch this striking Bridge bead bracelet is worth the journey back and forth. TECHNIQUES Two-needle right-angle weave Picots PROJECT LEVEL ○○○ MATERIALS 2g silver-lined nutmeg Duracoat size 15° seed beads (A) 1g muscat galvanized Duracoat size 15° seed beads (B) 0.5g muscat galvanized Duracoat size 11° seed beads (C) 8 backlit tequila 8×5mm 2-hole GemDuos (D) 36 violet rainbow 5×12mm 3-hole Bridge beads (E) 32 copper-lined crystal AB 2mm fire-polished rounds (F) 16 matte metallic copper bronze 3mm fire-polished rounds (G) 9 saturated metallic grenadine 6mm pressed-glass rounds (H) 2 rose gold 18.7×12.7mm 3-hole Amatos III Cymbal bead endings 2 rose gold 5mm jump rings 1 rose gold 11mm magnetic clasp Black satin 4 lb and 6 lb FireLine braided…

SEED BEADS, SUPERDUOS, and ginkgo-leaf beads surround a sparkling Swarovski crystal rivoli in this playful pendant. TECHNIQUES Tubular peyote stitch Circular netting Square stitch PROJECT LEVEL ○○○ MATERIALS 1g matte metallic khaki iris size 15° Japanese seed beads (A) 0.5g golden olive luster opaque size 11° Japanese seed beads (B) 0.5g pink blush galvanized Duracoat size 11° Japanese seed beads (C) 0.5g matte metallic patina iris size 8° Japanese seed beads (D) 0.5g golden olive luster opaque size 11° cylinder beads (E) 2g crystal violet rainbow 5×2.5mm 2-hole SuperDuos (F) 8 metallic bronze iris 7.5mm 2-hole Ginko beads (G) 1 foil-back crystal bronze shade 12mm Swarovski crystal rivoli Smoke 6 lb FireLine braided beading thread TOOLS Scissors Size 10 beading needle FINISHED SIZE 2" artist’s tips Use firm tension throughout…

This pretty set of layering necklaces is a lovely combination of old and new. Create your own shabby-chic set using bezels, found pieces, chain, and a little bit of resin! TECHNIQUES Resin Assemblage MATERIALS 1 gold 15×15mm “Love” stamping or design of your choice 1 brass 11×20mm lobster clasp 1 brass 4mm jump ring 2 brass 6mm jump rings 1 brass 12mm jump ring 2 brass 4mm crimp covers 2 brass 25mm round bezels 1 brass 35×45mm heart bezel 2 brass and rhinestone 22–24mm recycled vintage earrings with backs removed 28" of milky-white 6mm beaded rosary chain 3" of brass 5×6mm curb chain (small) 18" of brass 8×17mm curb chain (large) 26" of beige sari silk ribbon Rubbing alcohol 2-part resin TOOLS Silicone mat Nitrile gloves Cotton swab Resin mixing…

While a single “eye” of a peacock’s tail feather is complex and stunning, it is really in the repetition of color and pattern that the peacock is truly beautiful. This piece attempts to capture the movement of this royal bird. TECHNIQUES Simple wireworking MATERIALS 60 raku green 2×4mm glass rectangles 7 teal/blue/amber 6×8mm pressed-glass ovals 10 teal/purple/amber 10mm dyed tiger eye rounds 2 antiqued brass 18×22mm peacock feather charms 2 antiqued brass 16×38mm 3-to-1 filigree connectors 1 antiqued bronze 24×27mm 5-hole triangle filigree connector 1 antiqued brass 8×20mm hook 5 antiqued brass 24-gauge 2 ½ " ball-end head pins 18 antiqued brass 22-gauge 1" eye pins 5 antiqued brass 22-gauge 2" eye pins 17 antiqued brass 4mm jump rings 28 brass 7×21mm marquis links 16 ¾ " of antiqued brass…

Beadwork favorites: Edgar Lopez Pattern Collection We’ve gathered five of Edgar Lopez’s fabulous patterns into a collection so you can get them all at once. With difficulty ratings of Intermediate and Advanced, these patterns are sure to please an adventurous beginner to even the most seasoned of beaders. Delve into Edgar’s world of eye-popping tropical colors, intriguing geometric shapes, and crystal-encrusted glamour. Get the collection at www.interweave.com today! Treat Yourself Subscribe to Beadwork and look forward to receiving a new issue delivered to your mailbox every other month. Packed with ideas, tips, and inspiration, Beadwork 2021 will feature the stitches you love and projects you’ll want to make with expert instructions and illustrations for your success. Subscribe for yourself – or a friend – at www.interweave.com/subscribe www.interweave.com…

DIVISIONS ✓ Jewelry, Bead✓ Jewelry, Non-Bead✓ Gems✓ Non-Jewelry Objects CRITERIA Jewelry, Non-Bead Originality, execution, visual appeal, and impact, and for jewelry, wearability PRIZES Grand Prize: $1,000 plus one-year subscription to Beadwork or Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist Division Prize: $250 plus one-year subscription to Beadwork or Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist Honorable Mention Prize: One-year subscription to Beadwork or Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist ENTRIES ✓ Jewelry, Non-Bead Open to any designer/maker✓ Jewelry, Non-Bead Designs must be original and executed✓ Jewelry, Non-Bead Any single medium or combination of media✓ Jewelry, Non-Bead Digital images only ENTER THE NEXT ONE! Details coming soon to www.interweave.com/jewelry-beading -competitions…

MAKE A SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL rivoli appear larger with an easy-to-stitch bezel. These sparkly earrings will dress up all your holiday outfits! TECHNIQUES Circular netting Right-angle weave variation PROJECT LEVEL ○○○ MATERIALS 0.5g red gold luster opaque size 15° Japanese seed beads (A) 1g champagne Duracoat size 11° Japanese seed beads (B) 0.5g champagne Duracoat size 8° Japanese seed beads (C) 16 matte metallic flax 6×2mm 2-hole CzechMates bars (D) 8 crystal aurum 2X 3mm Swarovski crystal bicones (E) 8 light Siam 4mm Swarovski crystal bicones (F) 16 gold 3mm Swarovski crystal pearl rounds (G) 2 foil-back scarlet 10mm Swarovski crystal rivolis 2 crystal AB 5.5×11mm Swarovski crystal drop pendants 1 pair of gold-plated 15×18mm ear wires Smoke 6 lb FireLine braided beading thread TOOLS Scissors Size 12 beading needle FINISHED…

SEED BEADS, GINKGO-LEAF beads, and GemDuos stitch up easily in this eye-catching, regal bracelet. TECHNIQUES Right-angle weave variation Picots PROJECT LEVEL ○○○ MATERIALS 1g dark bronze size 15° Japanese seed beads (A) 0.5g gold-lined black diamond size 11° Japanese seed beads (B) 16 chatoyant shimmer khaki 7.5mm 2-hole Ginko beads (C) 28 matte velvet maroon 8×5mm 2-hole GemDuos (D) 16 crystal scarabaeus green 3mm Swarovski bicones (E) 1 antiqued brass 15mm toggle clasp 6 antiqued brass 4mm jump rings Smoke 8 lb FireLine braided beading thread TOOLS Scissors Size 11 beading needle FINISHED SIZE 6 3/4" artist’s tips > Using different thread or thinner FireLine is not recommended due to the delicate nature of this bracelet and the sharp edges of the crystals. > Toho seed beads work best in…

Always on trend, layered necklaces can be long and luscious or short and sweet. Try combining beads, leather, ribbon, and chain into a multitiered necklace using connector findings. Or create three to four separate pieces of varying lengths to be worn all at once or in any number of pleasing combinations. Moonstone & Pearls Delicate layers of moonstone and pearls are accented with filigree to create a romantic vintage-style necklace. TECHNIQUES Simple wireworking Stringing MATERIALS 23 bronze 6mm Swarovski pearl rounds 11 off-white/gray/peach 8mm moonstone rounds 1 antiqued gold–plated 5mm spacer 1 peach 18×25mm acrylic cameo cabochon with white embossed rose 1 brass 21mm filigree flower 1 brass 24mm filigree connector circle 2 brass 27mm waterlily wreath connectors 1 brass 30×6mm engraved creative (toggle) bar 1 antiqued brass 30×40mm lacy…

Attach multiple layers of beads and chain to a pretty ribbon for a sweet, feminine necklace design. TECHNIQUES Stringing Crimping Simple wireworking MATERIALS Mix of 18–20 acrylic and glass 6–15mm beads in pale pink, peach, light yellow, and white 5 mauve 6mm crystal pearls 3 mauve 8mm crystal pearls 1 pale peach 14mm plastic dahlia flower cabochon 1 pale yellow 20mm plastic rose cabochon 1 mauve 22mm plastic flower cabochon 15 brass 4mm faceted rounds 1 brass 28×28mm filigree link 1 brass 7×11mm lobster clasp 1 copper 6mm jump ring 2 copper 8mm jump rings 1 brass 20mm ring 4 brass 2mm crimp tubes 6" of copper 3mm rolo chain 16" of mauve 5⁄8" wide satin ribbon 6" of brass 22-gauge wire 19" of beading wire Jewelry cement TOOLS 2…

There’s something captivating about layering colors and textures in jewelry, and how fun it is to have so many layers in one necklace! The focal point on this layered piece is an Evil Eye, an ancient symbol meant to protect the wearer from evil glances and bad luck. TECHNIQUES Stringing Crimping Knotting MATERIALS 34 assorted 5×4mm enameled candy discs in purple, green, blue, and gold 65 assorted 5×2mm enameled candy discs in purple, green, blue, and gold 2 turquoise Picasso 8×12mm faceted large-hole roller beads 3 orchid 14×10mm dyed jade large-hole rondelles 60 classic blue 4×4mm hand-carved bone tubes 1 purple/blue/green 24mm Evil Eye enameled charm 1 yellow brass 4×7mm bail bead 1 brass 4mm jump ring 4 brass 2mm crimp tubes 4 gold 4x6mm wire guardians 1 purple 18"…