Bead confetti ◽️each scoop will come in its own bag -small scoop - 40g -medium scoop - 70g -Large scoop - 100g -Extra Large scoop - 150g ◽️what can you find in your scoop? - clay beads - glass work beads - dice beads - gold plated beads - glass seed beads - acrylic shaped beads (stars, butterflies, hearts and more) - Tibetan silver beads - Glass crackle beads - faux Pearl beads ◽️each scoop will have a mix of beads which will range in size from 2-12mm ◽️Every scoop will be different and will not include every Bead listed but a good random selection will be included.
Forever Yours - a bowl of flowers eternally blooming composed from a bonanza of hand carved mother of pearl blooms, leaves and shells. The design transitions from a rising sun in pastel pink to the dawn of darkness in deep indigo and purple. The transitioning colors are composed from coordinated gemstones, faceted crystals, pressed glass and a variety of high-quality seed bead selections. Each bead is hand placed, one-by-one and sewn through multiple passes for durability and quality. The entire tapestry is trimmed in a metallic purple seed bead border in a double-row of triangular points each tipped in a silver-lined olivine seed bead. The piece is oriented to present in a diamond shape. The two lower edges are adorned with draping gemstone chips in eight colors. From the three lowest points hang twisted beaded tassels with handmade caps and large peridot nugget chain supports. The completed piece is not just visually appealing, it is jaw-droppingly beautiful and a stunning show-stopper. This wall hanging will be a treasured heirloom quality piece built to last for generations. Materials used include 139 gemstone, pearl and bead varieties of: -:- Mother of Pearl (11) types -:- Peridot (4) types -:- Amethyst (5) types -:- Sugilite (2) types -:- Faceted Ruby Zoisite (1) type -:- Rhodolite Garnet (1) type -:- Red Garnet (1) type -:- Freshwater Pearls (11) types -:- Pink Tourmaline (3) types -:- Citrine (2) types -:- Abalone (3) types -:- Conch Shell (1) type -:- Fluorite (1) type -:- Cracked Quartz (1) type -:- Blue Sandstone (1) type -:- Iolite (2) type -:- Aquamarine (1) type -:- Rose Quartz (2) types -:- One Only Beads (9) types -:- Swarovski & Czech Faceted Crystals (26) types -:- Czech Pressed Glass Beads (9) types -:- Japanese Toho Seed Beads (35) types -:- Matsuno Seed Beads (2) types -:- Miyuki Seed Beads (2) types -:- Preciosa Seed Beads (3) types -:- Beading Foundation -:- Pigskin Leather Approx. Dimensions: 16" H x 12" L x 1.5" D Techniques employed: Bead Embroidery Raised Texture Bead Embroidery Bead Weaving Bead Stringing Twisted Tassel Technique Gemstone Meanings: -:- Abalone is said to harness the energy of the ocean providing strong healing and soothing energy. -:- Aquamarine is the birthstone for March and is said to be the stone of intellect. -:- Amethyst is the birthstone for February and is said to be the stone of creative thinking, spiritual awareness and communication. -:- Citrine is the birthstone for November and is said to bring abundance, prosperity and success. -:- Flourite is said to aid intuition and absorb excess energy. -:- Garnet is the birthstone for January and is said to be the stone of health, passion and energy. -:- Iolite is said to be the stone of enhanced imagination. -:- Mother of pearl is said to reduce stress and assist in clearer thinking and improved expression. -:- Pearl is the birthstone for June and is said to be the stone of purity. -:- Peridot is the birthstone for August and is said to be the stone of transformation assisting in change, releasing emotional blockages, encouraging forgiveness and healing emotional wounds. -:- Quartz (Rock Crystal) is said to be the stone of healing and spirituality. It is known as the most powerful healing stone on earth. -:- Rose Quartz is said to be the stone that opens your heart to love. -:- Ruby Zoisite is said to be the stone of patience and passion. -:- Sandstone is said to be the stone of ambition. -:- Sugilite is said to be the premier love stone. -:- Tourmaline is said to be one of the most protective stones alleviating stress increasing clarity of thought. The tapestry featured in the photographs is a one of a kind piece of art and accordingly is the same one you will receive. This wall decor piece is ready to ship and will be well packed and fully insured for safe arrival. "Forever Yours" - a bowl of flowers tapestry/wall hanging. Item: D60026-R84S83-16-WH352-971 Designer inspirations: Jody Young Mary Yeager Thank you for shopping with Lindy Lee Treasures where your satisfaction is always guaranteed. Quality jewelry. Unique designs. Exceptional Value. You can count on me for Five Star Quality and Five Star Service! Continue shopping: www.etsy.com/shop/LindyLeeTreasures Copyright © 2018 Lindy Lee Treasures. All Rights Reserved.
Necklace TERRA with beautiful gemstone beads in muted shades, pearly and gold-plated highlights and a cute heart detail. Material: various gemstones, glass, freshwater pearls, gold-plated sterling silver Length: adjustable 42 - 46 cm ~ Every piece is handmade in Munich just for you ~ the production time after your order takes around 2-4 working days before shipping.
Diese Kathryn Bluse aus Baumwolle ist perfekt für Damen in Übergröße. Hergestellt aus hochwertiger Baumwolle, bietet sie Komfort und Atmungsaktivität. Mit ihrem lockeren Schnitt und klassischen Design ist die Bluse sowohl bequem als auch stilvoll und passt zu jeder Gelegenheit. Produkt-Detail:- Baumwolle Leinen
By popular demand, possum charm, in earring form! Also available as a single charm. Approximately two inches in length
The bedazzled pomegranate; giving life to the magic fruit ∙ Hand-beaded/embroidered pomegranate design with anchor(cotton) thread and securely-stitched glass(no dye) beads; location of design: on right side of chest ∙ T-shirt fabric structure: 90% cotton, 10% polyester --- ∙ High quality shirts supplied by Gildan ∙ Pre-shrunk ∙ Machine wash OK ∙ Iron inside out ∙ Do not put in dryer --SIZING-- *width is across chest S (width): 18"/46cm S (length): 27"/70cm M (width): 20"/50cm M (length): 28"/72cm L (width): 22"/56cm L (length): 29"/75cm XL (width): 24"/61cm XL (length):30"/77cm --- For questions or customization requests, please send me a message! For more work, visit http://keeratkaur.ca *within 24 hours of any purchase from my shop, you will receive an acknowledgement message with confirmation and details about when and how your item will be mailed out*
The BUBBLE STAR bracelet is the perfect arm candy to lift your mood - with a mix of colored and natural stone beads, pink stars and gold-plated details. Material: colored jade stones and natural gemstones, glass stars, gold-plated sterling silver Length: 16,5 cm - adjustable to 19 cm ~ Every piece is handmade in Munich just for you ~ the production time after your order takes around 2-4 working days before shipping.
Sku CY-!85952 Material Acrylic Feature Handmade , Flower-Embellished , Beaded Occasion Casual , Vacation , Statement , Bohemia Seasons Spring , Summer , Autumn , Winter Type Earrings Accessories Color Style A,Style B Size FREE SIZE Please consult the size chart we provide for this item's measurements to help you decide which size to buy.Please note: There may be 1-3cm differ due to manual measurement.
Your new favorite stacking bracelet. Featuring genuine champagne gold Swarovski crystal beads with gold and freshwater pearl accents, this bracelet sparkles at every angle, no filter needed. The champagne tone pairs well with gold, so layer a few up with our OG gold bracelets. Champagne Swarovski crystals Freshwater Pearl and 14k Gold Fill components Elastic bracelet Dimensions: Fits 5.75"-6.9" wrist Please avoid exposing freshwater pearls to perfumes or harsh chemicals Make your jewelry last! Click here for jewelry care. Need a gift box? We got you.
Glass Multicolor Spacer Beads Crystal Quartz Beads Magnetic Closure Handmade Available in various lengths
NOW AVAILABLE IN 3 DIFFERENT ADJUSTABLE LENGTHS! 14”-16”, 15”-17”, and 16”-18”. Tiny beaded choker with glass beads and gemstone beads for sparkle and a tiny open silver tone swirly. Every necklace is one of a kind - unique. Made to order The necklace shown here is an example. You can request custom colors if you would like. UNISEX BOHO A necklace you can wear all day everyday. Surgical Stainless steel (hypoallergenic) jump rings and lobster clasp - will not tarnish or irritate the back of your neck. It goes with dozens of different layering options with other boho necklaces. SUPER TINY BEADS 2mm - 3mm. Free gift of the month and free shipping for purchases over $35. Exclusive Studio design (each beaded necklace is an original design) *All jewelry is handmade, in studio. Therefore, there may be a 1-3 mm difference in the listed length and adjustable lengths. If you require a precise measurement, contact me and I can make it specifically for you. If you are interested in any of the following, just message me: *Customization always available, if possible. *Magnetic closures available. *Extensions or removal of extensions available. I am always open to suggestions! If you would like more photos, more information, or have any questions - please feel free to contact me: Send me a message via Etsy E-mail: [email protected] -MaRV BEADS: MaRV premium bead mix includes, but not limited to; Ancient Djenne beads, ancient African trade beads, ancient Roman glass beads, Labradorite, faceted hematite, genuine turquoise, ancient Venetian glass, TOHO seed beads, garnet, lapis, Czech fire polished glass, peridot, or quartz, crystal. (Ancient beads are over 2,000 years old) ***BEAD CONFIGURATION WILL CHANGE FOR EACH NECKLACE. PICTURE OF ACTUAL NECKLACE WILL BE SENT TO YOU FOR FINAL APPROVAL. IF YOU WOULD LIKE ANYTHING SPECIFIC - PRIMARY COLOR, LENGTH, SIZE OF BEADS - LET ME KNOW. 😃***
Based in Austria, Natalia Lubieniecka scours Vienna’s markets for antique objects, fabrics, and anatomical posters that eventually inform and meld into her peculiar sculptures. Whether it be a blush-colored heart enveloped in florals, a supine frog with exposed entrails, or a deceased bird covered in a lace bodice, her fantastical works speak to the fragile relationship between life and death. The sculptor tells Colossal that her interest in organs and bodies began after a visit to Naturhistorische Museum Wien, where she encountered taxidermy of birds, insects, and other animals. More
cuz you're a vision of divinity, babe. These chunky platform heels have a matte satin construction, adjustable velcro strap closures, and pearl beaded straps with cross and heart charms.
Sku CY-!111148 Material <50%Cotton Style Loose , Long Sleeves Feature Beads , Printed Neckline V-neck Occasion Vintage , Original Creation , Stylish Selection Seasons Autumn , Winter Type Outerwear , Blazer Color WHITE,YELLOW Size S,M,L,XL Please consult the size chart we provide for this item's measurements to help you decide which size to buy.Please note: There may be 1-3cm differ due to manual measurement. CMINCH Bust Waist Shoulder Sleeve Top Length S 98 82 39 56 73 M 102 86 40 57 74 L 106 90 41 58 75 XL 110 94 42 59 76
This simple little cherry bracelet is lovely to stack with the bracelets you may already have. Perfect for any season for occasion aka a concert to see your husband dance in a sparkly jumpsuit. These are on a stretchy clear string and will stretch over time with wear. To reshrink put in a bowl of cold water. Guys thank you for loving this product I really appreciate it <3 The picture sucks but those are the dark blue beads i would use in place of the black/white
Accessories & Jewelry - Waist beads for Women. Material - Glass This listing is for one Full string. These beads are simply strung on cotton threads. Waist Size - Full Bead Measuring From 0 inches - 60 inches Closure - Tie (LEFT ON THE STRING) Size of the Seed used to make the bead- Small Please be aware that all these beads are individually handmade and therefore no two beads are exactly the same. Sizes may differ slightly. The colors shown may differ slightly due to monitor variations. I have attempted to the best of my ability to show all the beads in their true colors. STANDARD INTERNATIONAL DELIVERIES TAKE 14 WORKING DAYS TO ARRIVE AND THIS MAY VARY DEPENDING ON LOCATION- MY SHOP OFFERS TRACE AND TRACK FOR FASTER DELIVERIES Thank you for taking the time to look through our shop.Accessories & Jewelry - Waist beads for Women.
This listing is for ONE uniquely handmade macrame bracelet using natural hemp twine. Each bracelet is made to order in your choice of hemp twine colour and includes an assortment of beads of various materials, including wood, glass and metal. (Beads available depend on what is currently in stock - please message me for specific design requests and I will do my best to create what you're looking for). Any customization is welcome! If you select "I want to choose" in the bead colour dropdown menu, please leave me a note at checkout as to what you would like. If you select "choose for me" I will select one at random for you. Hemp colours include: natural, black, taupe, red, green, turquoise, and navy. The tie-on closure makes these bracelets adjustable to fit any size wrist (6.5" to 9.5"). Perfect for friendship bracelets! You and your friends can show off your unique style! Pro Tip: After tying on the bracelet, cut the ends short and dab the knot with a drop of krazy glue to keep the knot secured! Looking for something not listed? Please don't hesitate to ask!
♥ Glow in the dark star beads that are perfect spacers does alphabet and other cute jewelry projects ♥ Made from acrylic. ♥ Dimensions: 8mm x 4mm
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New style of Assorted waist beads in bulk, belly jewelry, authentic African waist beads and Healing crystal waist beads for resellers. Waist beads can be worn for several purpose such as weight loss track, body jewelry, cultural representation. We have new style every week. This for people who wants to resell our beautiful handmade waist beads. You will receive several strands of mixed colors waist beads tie on 45-50 inches each. When it comes, you just adjust where you want it to on your belly or hips, tie it securely and cut out the loose part. You are ready to go! Model is layering different styles Our famous glow in dark waist beads are under this link https://etsy.me/3gJJSlp There is a tutorial video on our Instagram:@femmeyogipreneur (https://www.instagram.com/tv/CO-iL5uhh28/?igshid=ddmctuggmvfx )
Add a little bit of nature to your outfit with our Honey Bee Necklace! Let me show you the Native Beaded Pendant, a handmade necklace made with beads showcasing the magnificent colors of summer. This Animal Charm Necklace is a trendy accessory to wear every day. Show your mother, sisters, nieces, or friends that you love nature with a Miyuki Beaded Jewelry! If you are looking for a unique, one-of-a-kind back to school gift, look no further than the Native Seed Bead Necklace. A true queen bee doesn’t need chunky, overwhelming jewelry to flaunt her style. This dainty beaded choker necklace is the perfect way to make a subtle but memorable style statement. With its earth-inspired hues, this native seeded bead necklace is the ultimate in versatility. A gold-filled honey bee pendant provides just enough glam to be worn on its own but acts as a beautiful highlight when worn with coordinating jewelry. Dainty multicolor seed beaded necklace with gold filled brass tiny bug pendant, clasp and connectors. You may wear the necklace by itself or combine with your other necklaces to get a colorful look! Material: ♥ Necklace is made with original black, orange, red, blue and gold tone Miyuki-TM- beads and has a tiny honey bee pendant. Size: ♥ Length : 42 cm - 3 cm extension ♥ Second layer is made with square chain and finishes with the thin cable chain. The necklace in the picture is 60 cm. How to Order? ♥ Please select the coating color you prefer from the drop-down menu. Design and Packaging: ♥ Atelier Petites Pierres designs come with carton jewelry boxes or gift-wrap ready to offer as a gift. ♥ All APP designs are handcrafted in our workshop. Fast Shipment for All Orders ♥ We aim to ship all orders in 3 business days via DHL Express ♥ Please share with us your phone number in customer notes to prevent any inconveniance☺ ♥ For customized orders, we need up to 7 business days. They are indicated in the shipping profiles. ♥ You may easily track your package with the tracking number that we'll provide. ♥ Estimated shipping times for some destinations are below: USA East Coast: 1-2 business days USA West Coast: 2-3 business days Canada: 1-3 business days EU: 1-2 business days Rest of the world: 2-4 business days Please visit our shop at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetitesPierres
🍓 PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE PERSONALIZATION BOX!🍓 🍓 🍓 If the word on the keychain is not specified, the order will be automatically canceled🍓 🍓 🍓 ⋆ ˚｡⋆୨୧˚ ˚୨୧⋆｡˚ ⋆ PLEASE FOLLOW THIS EXAMPLE FOR THE PERSONALIZATION: one word purchases - "Love" & (choice of ring) two word purchases - "Love Hope" & (choice of ring) three word purchases - "Love Hope Joy" & (choice of ring) ⋆ ˚｡⋆୨୧˚ ˚୨୧⋆｡˚ ⋆ Please note that the length of the keychain may change depending on the length of your desired word!
Warning this is the heaviest Hippie Hair Bead made. It is not too heavy but it may take a little bit to get used to wearing it!! ONE Sally’s Seashells Hair Bead: Set with the intention of unity and communication. Includes a Sensitive Scalp Attachment Clip to attach the Hippie Hair Bead to your hair! Crystals: Carnelian, Citrine and Hand-Picked Gulf Sea Shells. 🫧Every order comes with a goodie bag full of an assortment of hippie items!🫧 Hippie Hair Beads are made using Sterling Silver Wire/Gold Plated Wire each piece is made with ethnically sourced crystals<3 Each are handmade and not alike. They have the same color scheme and most of the same beads as pictured. All Hippie Hair Beads can also be used as a pendulum (a pendulum is a weighted object that hangs from a string or cord and is used as a tool of divination). To maintain flash gold plating jewelry keep it away from elements such as salt, water, sweat, and chemicals from cleaners or perfumes.
From the Jude Frances Mixed Metal Collection, the Mixed Metal Lisse Simple Kite Shape Bangle features 18K yellow gold and sterling silver with prong-set round diamonds and the signature brushed JFJ finish and sterling silver beading. Total diamond weight: 0.17 ct Width: 5.8 mm Circumference: 6.5"
Eclectic, colorful handmade Beaded Valance/curtain for a door, window, or wall decor in shades of green, yellow, brown, and touches of gold and copper. This handmade valance is made from various glass beads in different shapes and textures, stringed on a silicon-wrapped wire. At the end of each beaded string is a delicate brass bell, a beaded tussle, or a large Tibetan bead. A beaded loop for hanging is on top of each beaded string. This versatile beaded curtain is a must-have for any home decor enthusiast. Crafted from the finest glass beads worldwide, each bead is carefully strung by hand to create a unique and intricate pattern. The vibrant colors and designs inspired by the bohemian style will transform any space into a stunning work of art. You may choose to use the beaded curtain as a room divider, window/door treatment, or simply as a beautiful piece of art, and it will surely bring a touch of magic to your home. The glass beads reflect the sunlight, creating a mesmerizing lighting effect that will fill your space with joy and happiness. Whether looking for a functional room divider or a beautiful piece of art for your home, this beaded curtain is the perfect choice. Order now and experience the unique beauty of this handmade work of art. ❤ If you like it, Pin it! I LOVE seeing my work on Pinterest! ❤ 💙 MORE INFO 💙 🔹 MADE TO ORDER This piece is lovingly handmade to order and is one of a kind. Therefore, the final piece may vary from the picture above, though the style and colors will always match. 🔹 MATERIALS I make sure only to use the best quality beads and materials that I source worldwide. Handmade from, I have a wide selection of beads to offer, including natural turquoise beads, high-quality Czech crystal glass beads, Czech glass seed beads, and tube bugle glass beads. I also carry loose crystal gemstones, lampwork beads, acrylic beads, and brass bells. 🔹 DIMENSIONS 38 beaded strings between 8-16 inches long 🔹HANGING OPTIONS You can create a full arch by hanging the beaded strings according to their length. However, if you hang them without regard to their length, a bohemian-style beaded curtain will be formed with varying lengths of strings. 🔹 CARE INSTRUCTIONS Hang the curtain indoors only To clean the curtain, gently dust it with a soft cloth or use a handheld vacuum with a soft brush attachment. Avoid using cleaning agents. By following these simple care instructions, you can enjoy your beaded curtain for many years to come. 🔹 CUSTOM ORDERS I'd love to create a custom piece just for you. If you have any special requests, please do reach out -Write a message. 🔹 PAYMENT I accept payments via Etsy Payments. Therefore, you can pay with any credit or debit card, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. 🔹 SHIPPING I am happy to offer free door-to-door express shipping worldwide on all my orders. However, please note that all taxes and duties are to be paid by the buyer. back to my Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/il-en/shop/RonitPeterArt 🗣️ READ MY REVIEWS 🗣 https://etsy.me/2AztEFA 🔹 Are you looking for more beaded curtains? https://etsy.me/2QpcYFO 🔹 Are you looking for more unique wind chimes and colorful home decor? https://etsy.me/2uSjhuI
Whimsical sun and moon beaded necklace best friend set 🌙 Comes with two necklaces One blue moon beaded necklace and one yellow sun beaded necklace Perfect friendship necklaces or a gift for yourself ☀️ High quality beads and charms Handmade to order Free tracked postage ✨ Necklace lengths are 18 inches 💫
Ships in 1 to 3 weeks 100% Mesh and beads Care Instructions Hand wash in cold water / no machine wash / handle with care. Do not bleach / Non-chlorine bleach allowed Lay flat to dry / do not dry clean. Do not Iron / no steam treatments © 2023 LIRIKA MATOSHI INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
It feels like summer! Grab one of these trendy, gorgeous pieces to combine with any outfit. A Mother of Pearl monstera leaf is the highlight of each piece! Each shown includes 14k gold plated accent beads but can easily be switched to silver plated accents. Chose between 6 color variations and your perfect size! Other sizes available upon request, just message me! No personalization available on these pieces.
stainless steel wire lip cuff with an upcycled faux pearl and glass beads
Jet Black & Gold Beaded Hatband is part of the unparalleled collaboration between Object & Dawn and Sarah Sokol Millinery. Our collection of Beaded Hatbands was designed to be worn as hat accessories as well as hair adornments. Mix and match the colors, stack them up in stripes or twist around your ponytail.
Chic bracelet with faceted glass beads in the middle. The base is made of fine ballchain.Handmade in the Netherlands and provided with an official Mint15 label ©
Heidi - Das perfekte Freizeithemd für stilvolle Eleganz! Entdecken Sie das Heidi Freizeithemd – ein Meisterwerk der Eleganz und Lässigkeit zugleich. Mit funkelnden Paillettenperlen verleiht es Ihrem Look eine unvergleichliche Note und lässt Sie in jeder Situation strahlen. Luxuriöse Verarbeitung: Handgefertigt mit hochwertigen Materialien für ein unvergleichliches Tragegefühl. Versatile Stil: Perfekt für den täglichen Gebrauch oder besondere Anlässe – immer passend und stilvoll. Komfortabler Schnitt: Entworfen für Bewegungsfreiheit und Tragekomfort, damit Sie sich den ganzen Tag wohl fühlen.
🌊💙 The Sky Blue Set 💙☁️ You can order each bracelet separately This amazing flower bracelet set includes 4 bracelets which add some spice to any fit. If you like summer vibes then this set is perfect for you! It has the colour of a clear sky on a beautiful sunny day and it reminds you of the ocean breeze. Glass beads sparkle beautifully in the light. This is an absolute eye-catcher and be ready to get a lot of compliments! Each bracelet ends in a cute gold filled flower hanging from the extender chain except the design 1 pull-on bracelet, which is strung on stretchy string. I use the all-natural and high quality materials so you could enjoy your jewelry for a long time ✨Size✨ • The bracelets are made individually for you depending on the size • I always recommend that you measure the length of your bracelet on your wrist before ordering, so that you can be sure of a perfect fit • The bracelet also has a small extension chain of approx. 1,5 cm (0,6 in) ✨Materials✨ • Japanese glass beads • All gold accents are gold filled • Nylon thread * There might be slight colour difference from the picture due to the different lighting and screen settings If you have any questions, feel free to message me :)
Handmade Pearl bracelet ✿ Made with glass beads, Quartz, glass crystal beads, mother of pearl, and metal accents ✿ Silver, frosted clear, iridescent clear, milky white, cornflower blue, and icy blue ✿ The bracelet has an additional 1-1.5” of extension chain. If you’d like a shorter or longer length, select your preferred length. Some beads may be added or removed.
2016 Topic 16: Beads,Charms and Dangles Carolyn Saxby Well hello everyone, Darcy here with a new topic. i am so looking forward to seeing your creations for this one, I love beads and dangly embellishments. We see them everywhere, in all forms of decorative and wearable art, made from every conceivable medium. Beads in particular started out not just as an embellishment but as currency, they were highly valuable, so much so that they were placed in burial tombs. This continued till the late 19th century. This beautiful blue glass bead was found in a 3,400 year old Danish grave, but after testing was found to have originated in Egypt, confirming well established trading routes. Where beads were a symbol of wealth, charms had other symbolic meanings, mainly concerning religions or superstitions. In ancient Rome, Christians would carry a fish charm in secret, so as to not advertise their religion. In other cultures various charms were worn to ward off evil spirits and to deter bad luck. This may seem very outdated but think about wearing a cross on a pendant or wearing a 4 leaf clover charm and you soon see that even today these traditions live on. Before we get arty, let's see who won the Topic 15: Patterns Challenge... Wow, you all went pattern crazy! I saw so many fabulous uses in projects over the past 2 weeks. Everything from hand drawn to stamped, organic watercolour patterns and scrapbook papers. It is nice to appreciate patterns as they play such a great part in making life interesting. The winner of Patterns is: Wendy from Wendy's House with her fab Escher pattern. Email Darcy to claim your prize. [email protected] So let's dive into our new topic. Beads and charms have for all time been made from natural materials, such as stone, clay, glass, shells, wood and bones. Natural embellishments are always stunning, however not everyone has the skills or equipment to blow glass beads, or a tumbler to polish shells, and how do you drill holes in shells easily? Thankfully all these jobs are done for us and stunning beads are readily available to buy. What if you do want to recreate the look at home? Well how about these felted beads, they have the amazing patterning of glass beads but they have been needle felted. Jane Crowe If bright colours don't inspire you how about going neutral, this felted necjpiece is breathtaking. Sarah Ball Another fun way to make beads uses drinking straws covered with fabric, like these by Sherrill Kahn. A very talented mixed media artist Sherrill has some great books, one is all about Creative Embellishments. If fabric really is your thing then I am sure you will be inspired by these intricately stitched beads by Victoria Gertenbach Or these gorgeous beads made from vintage ribbons. Carmi Cimicata Another way to get the look of pretty variegated glass beads is by using UTEE, this is a brilliant video tutorial from Leandra showing just how it is done. The end result is stunning and can look just like dichroic glass. A more unusual medium for bead making is Tyvek. This is a synthetic product, the spun polyethylene fibers create a dense material. It is quite strong and not easy to rip or tear, and as such it has many uses from envelopes to protective clothing. Because of the density it protects from dust particles, however it is not heat proof, and this is where the artist takes over. Tyvek can be painted and stitched and then heated, it bubbles and melts, creating amazing, if unpredictable results. Carolyn Saxby Another fantastic modern material is polymer clay, created in the 1940s it is used widely in arts and crafts. I don't think I have seen a more stunning piece than this necklace made with folded clay beads from Tanya Mayorova. her Flickr is full of amazing jewellery. We can see that in the modern era we are having a lot of fun making beads and charms from plastics, fabrics, metals and wires and also papers. In fact paper beads are probably the easiest to make. They can be made from gift wrap, painted papers, old maps, book paper, magazines. Experimenting with different cuts of paper can result in some funky shaped beads. These are made from old maps. Gillian McMurray ..and these are from book pages. Renee There is a handy, and simple guide to making paper beads HERE. This video from Lindsay Weirich is a fun way to make your paper beads look like they have a silver core. So now we can see how to make our basic beads and charms, but how do we use them in art? and how can we combine them with other items to make dangly embellishments. How about a glass bead garden sprinkler, so pretty, can you imagine the sun bouncing off these beads. Roberta Dunn A fantastic combination here of chain, beads, and charms. Julie Thompson When making hand made books I find they always look so inviting with beads on the spine, there are so many different ways to add beads to books. You could even just add in a bookmark with beads dangling out of the book. Note how on this book the idea of beads and charms is also carried around to the front with the use of the letter tiles and the key. Sarah Fawcett Even a simple card can have the dangly treatment, whether you use beads, or buttons or like this card a punch out. Maile Belles Wall hangings look great with danglies, even teeny tiny canvasses like this one. Becky Shander The little hearts on this plaque are a great addition. Lilybeanpaperie These tick a lot of boxes for me, some painting, some fabric and some beads. Not all dangly embellishments need to be beads, what about creating your own miniature pieces of art that you can hang from... well anything. Shrink plastic is a great modern substrate. You can use your favourite stamps and shrink them down into perfect little charms. They could hang from a kilt pin, how about attaching this to a coat lapel, or to a bag. Red Lea Or you could make a key fob, do you remember this fantastic blog post by France Papillion. Another really useful item to have in your stash is wire, this can be added to all sorts of mixed media projects. I love these wired wrapped corks. What a great way to use corks from a celebration bottle. I have found some amazing photos of dangly art, these heads made me smile. Sophie Cave For something a bit more achievable, how about dangling photos. I really want to do this, it is a very cool idea, and not just for photos.. how about hanging small pieces of art this way. Bree Thurston I think this has to be my favourite dangling project, a beautiful, vintage upcycled lampshade. not only is it pretty it is so simple, just scraps of fabric . Dottie Angel So have those inspired you? I hope so. I am looking forward to seeing all your beads, charms and dangling creations over the next 2 weeks. There were so many more examples that I wanted to show you, please check out Darcy and Leandra's Pinterest boards if this topic pushes your buttons, you will see plenty more examples to whet your appetite there! Darcy Topic 16: Beads,Charms,Dangles PaperArtsy Blog Challenge We'd love you to share your ideas and link up your creative response to our current blog topic. Take a minute to read the challenge guidelines below. All links go in the draw to win a voucher to spend on products of your choice from the PaperArtsy online store. The Beads,Charms,Dangles link will close 17:00 (London Time) Sunday, Sept 4th, winner will be announced 2 hours later at 19:00. 1. The challenge is a for you to show how you are inspired by the current blog topic. Your entry should contain: - a mention of which post inspired you and why, and - a link in your blog post to that original post on the PA blog. The whole concept of this challenge is 'play along with us'. You are encouraged to put your own twist on ideas you see on our blog, do your own thing - whatever grabs you! 2. The link you put on our linky page must lead directly to the specific post on your blog where you have explored the technique/ idea mentioned in point 1 above. Don't link to the home page of your blog. 3. We prefer your challenge blog post is created exclusive to our challenge, but if our topic fits perfectly with another challenge, then you may link to both if appropriate. 4. You are most welcome to use stamps/ products/ substrates you have to hand from a variety of companies, we do not expect you to exclusively use PA products - it's lovely when you do though! 6. You can enter as many times as you like. We don't want to restrict your creativity! NB. Link closes at 17:00 Sunday Sept 4th (London Time) 7. The winner of the random draw will receive a £50 credit voucher to be redeemed on the PaperArtsy Website. The credit voucher includes VAT and postage. We request that one of your purchases is an A5 rubber stamp. You can add any other items to your basket, but the final total should not exceed £50. 8. Each fortnight on Sunday, the winner will be announced at 19:00 (London time). In the same post, the link for the next fortnight will be posted. 9. It's your responsibility to claim your prize coupon from Darcy. email: [email protected] Good Luck! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask!
