Dumortierite
Dumortierite story, description, sources, and more for the avid bead and gemstone collector and accessory creator.
Beading Without Swarovski Beads
Beading without Swarovski beads? What is happening with the Swarovski brand, and what are bead enthusiasts’ alternatives?
Wrapping Ceramic Bead Using Free-Form Peyote Stitch Technique
Free-form peyote technique creative process demonstration. Tips and ideas for wrapping ceramic beads with beadwork.
Ceramic Beads
Have you ever tried using ceramic beads in your projects? There are tons of unique handmade ceramic beads on the market today! It is hard to choose what to buy. I bet many of you like buying much more than (more…)
Miyuki Rose Color Palette
Miyuki bead color palette inspired by a rose flower! Selected Delica and round seed beads colors for beading projects.
Classic Blue Pantone Color 2020
Classic Blue Pantone color 2020 symbolizes constancy, credibility, and trustworthiness in our seem to be a chaotic world. Despite many negative online reactions to this choice of color for 2020, I feel very positive about it. And the reason is (more…)
Beading Kit: The Crafter’s Solution
How many times did you see a beautiful beadwork design, immediately bought a pattern and only later found out that it is hard to find all the beads to complete that project? Wouldn’t it be nice to have a mega-market (more…)
Bead Shopping in New York City
Bead shopping in New York City can be rather expensive, but how could I possibly miss this opportunity? Going out to visit bead shops in Manhattan gives me the chance to get to know what components New Yorkers like to (more…)
Pyrite: Why Do I Want to Wear It
I started incorporating pyrite beads into my jewelry about two years ago. I had read of the many uses, meanings, and healing properties of pyrite and I loved the way pyrite beautifully completed my designs. Wearing pyrite, I felt more confident (more…)
How To Choose And Buy Freshwater Pearls
Pearls are one of the oldest known gems and, for many generations, have also been considered the most valuable. There are many different types of pearls and factors such as luster, surface quality, shape, color, size, and nacre (pearl coating) (more…)