11/13/2018

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BEAD STRINGING & MORE

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Free project: Serpentine soutache bracelet

This colorful bracelet is made by creating ribbons of soutache braid that meander through clusters of SuperDuos and flow around a cabochon. Keep it casual by pairing with your favorite fall sweater, or dress up your holiday outfit with a splash of silk and sparkle.

 

 
 
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Create one-of-a-kind holiday pieces with Shipwreck Beads

 

The holiday season is fast approaching. Click here for inspiration on how to create the perfect holiday jewelry and décor.

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The November & December Design Challenge

In honor of our sister publication Bead&Button magazine’s 25th anniversary, we are celebrating with a silver theme! What color will your silver lining be? Will it be silver, argentium, zinc, nickel silver, or tin? Shades of stormy grey or misty clouds? And don't feel like it needs to be beadwork. Jewelry made from actual silver, silver wire, silver-colored clay or resin, or any other artistic interpretation is welcome as well! Throughout November and December, we want you to polish off your tools and craft something …

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Want to learn more about working with soutache?
Then check out this interview with Cheryl Giffen, a winner of the September 2017 Design Challenge. She shares a story about one of her beadwork mistakes and how soutache came to the rescue!

Stunning fall colors→

The November birthstone
Every month on Facet, we explore the properties and traditions of the stone that is commonly worn by those born in that month. In November, there are two different stones identified by the American Gem Society: topaz and citrine. Learn more about each and decide which one you prefer!
Links to projects, too →

Have you picked up your 25th Anniversary Bead-Clasp?
Supplies are limited for the special two-in-one bead we’ve commissioned for Bead&Button magazine's 25th anniversary! It is both a bead and a clasp, offering countless possibilities for your jewelry projects. Made of sterling silver, our bead-clasp was designed by Carl Clasmeyer, and showcases his unique gift for combining function and charm.

Learn more about this special finding →

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It’s time for BeadDreams 2019

Now in its 20th year, BeadDreams is our annual juried competition showcasing exceptional bead and jewelry artistry from around the world. The pieces continue to inspire awe and amazement every year at the Bead&Button Show exhibit in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Thanks to our generous sponsors, finalists will compete not only for bragging rights, but they will also vie for some really amazing prizes!

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