Free Project: Ocean charms

07/24/2018

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FREE PROJECT

Ocean charms

Combine a variety of beads to make a sea-themed charm bracelet! Whether yours is sentimental, whimsical, serious, or kitschy, use leftover beads to assemble a charming bracelet that’s uniquely your own.

The July Birthstone

When you think about the ruby, a precious gem and the July birthstone, do you ever think of Snow White? Caroline Wittenberg has uncovered a parallel between the fairy tale princess and this stunning stone: a pure ruby is recognizable for its vibrant blood-red color and throughout history, has been worn as a symbol of love and passion.

A gallery of beautiful beachy designs
Some of these user-submitted jewelry designs use materials straight from the ocean: shells, coral, sea glass, pearls. Other are inspired by seaside colors: aqua blues, sandy browns, foamy whites. As you browse these jewelry designs, watch for the occasional starfish and seahorse, too. You’ll want to break out our flip-flops along with your bead stash.

Check out the photos→

Learn what inspires this People’s Choice winner!
A koi fish, Monet’s water lilies, and eyeballs. It’s hard to imagine these things fitting together, but Cliff Swain-Salomon, the winner of the 2018 BeadDreams People’s Choice Award, makes it work! These seemingly unrelated items inspired him to create his winning piece, “Spirit House.” Learn how it happened.
Part One: Inspiration →

Highlights from the Bead&Button Show
Expect the unexpected! That’s Bead&Button magazine associate editor Diane Jolie’s motto when she scours beading booths. Read on as she shares her eight best-of moments from the 2018 Bead&Button Show, which took place in Milwaukee in June. From funny to trendy to FURRY?

Lots of surprises!→

The July and August Design Challenge

How’s your summer so far? We hope that you’ve made time for vacation, whether a wild adventure or a relaxing rest. We also hope that you are using these two months to create beautiful jewelry! For this summer’s Facet Design Challenge, we’re looking for jewelry inspired by your travels. From souvenirs to found objects to faded memories, incorporate your past travels into your creation. Be sure to share the specific memory with us that inspired your creation when you submit your image, we love hearing your stories.

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