Free project: Peridot necklace and earrings This combination of peridot and periwinkle reminds us of a scene from Alice in Wonderland. Just a few perky blue beads energize the simple green strands. This design by Cathy Jakicic makes a perfect gift for the person with the August birthstone. Free project: Last days of summer set Spend the last days of summer flaunting shells and suntans (safe, fake tans, of course). Show off both with a mother-of-pearl pendant decorated with pale flower beads. For a look that takes you into the fall, substitute a gemstone pendant for the shell. Sponsored by: Shipwreck Beads How SPIRIT HOUSE was created Did you see part one of our interview with Cliff Swain-Salomon, the beader who took home the People’s Choice Award at this year’s BeadDreams competition? He used innovative techniques and a big dose of ingenuity to create his stunning design. Check out all of his process photos! A behind-the-scenes look → Sneak preview of the October issue of Bead&Button Thinking about picking up a copy of Bead&Button magazine? We’ve got a preview of all the projects in our October issue. We’ll feature new stitch: double-column seam peyote with a twist. You’ll be able to make a beaded bead using ladder stitch, herringbone stitch, and tubular peyote stitch, get ready for Christmas with a beautiful ornament and more. So many stunning pieces → Winners of INTO THE BLUE The pale blue of an early summer sky; the midnight blue of midsummer, twinkling with stars. Or imagine a body of deep water: from the depth of the ocean to the surface of a still summer lake, how many shades of blue can you conjure? This is what we were looking for in our June Design Challenge. From turquoise to teal, periwinkle to ultramarine, we had dozens of shades represented in the stunning photos that were submitted. Check out the stunning pieces! → Free Project: Chakra earrings The colors we gravitate toward (or avoid) can offer us personal insight. Make a pair of earrings in the colors you need to help open your chakras, or if this sounds too “new age,” make a pair to simply heighten your awareness of color combinations. |