In today’s video I not only show what’s inside the Arabian Nights themed Potomac Bead subscription box, I give lots of ideas and examples for how you can use these beautiful beads.
In today’s video I show how to plan and create a basic beaded bracelet, made with 8/0 seed beads on a beading loom. I also show how easy it is to do if you don’t have a loom.
Do you prefer less complex designs in your jewelry, but aren’t sure how to simplify a piece while keeping its essence? Watch as I make a special request necklace. Your custom piece could be next!
If you want to modify kumihimo designs, you need to have a grasp of how it all comes together. Watch as I figure out a design puzzle by making samples and mapping out a pattern.
These beaded lattice bracelets can be made as simply or as customized as you like. Get creative with bead sizes, shapes and placement, add multiple rows and even play with the length of each row.
Learn how to make custom spacer bars with cube-shaped beads, then use them in this bracelet. I share tips on choosing bead combinations and how to securely incorporate the clasp.