Friday, July 5, 2013

New pattern using Czechmates bricks or Rulla beads

New pattern for sale, Brique Bands, $5.50 at AroundTheBeadingTable.com and Bead-Patterns.com:


This pattern is fully illustrated with detailed step-by-step instructions for two bands that use size 8 seed beads and either Czechmates brick beads (first and third bands in the photo) or Rulla beads (second and fourth bands in the photo). Because Rulla beads aren’t quite as wide as Czechmates brick beads, the seed beads sit closer together and may buckle a smidge.They certainly are pretty and fun to work with, though.

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

new pattern: Alexandra Necklace

Alexandra Necklace, $4.50 at AroundTheBeadingTable.com and Bead-Patterns.com.

This pattern is fully illustrated with detailed step-by-step instructions for a necklace with a beaded chain (left) and a version that attaches to a chain (right). It matches the Alexandra Bracelet and Alexandra Earrings, sold separately.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Claret Stackers

More gorgeous color variations of my free Stackers pattern by Betsy at RedPandaBeads.com using Duracoat Silver Lined Peach Miyuki Rocailles, Milky Alexandrite - Picasso Czechmates tile beads, Milky Pink Copper Picasso Czechmates brick beads, Claret pearls, Bronze Luster Opaque Red and Siam Ruby Vega SuperDuoBeads. Just click on a picture for info on beads used: