Beaded Bead by Eridhan

If you've been wanting to learn how to make beaded beads, here's your chance.

Beaded Bead
Project and Photo by Eridhand Creations

The blogger at Eridhan Creations has made it easy for you to create your own beaded bead like this one with super, step by step photos that detail this sometimes difficult to understand technique.

But, once you do, you'll want to make them over and over. They do make great charms, key fobs, pendants even earrings depending on the size.

Click HERE for the free pattern.

Now go bead something.

Band of Peeps by Fusion Beads

Oh... my... gosh! It is not too often that I am thrown into fits of laughter at the absolute cuteness of things; but, this bracelet is too funny and cute to pass up. So much so - that I couldn't wait to post it.

Band of Peeps
Bracelet and Photo by Fusion Beads

Really, I can't even say the title of the project without laughing... and I simply must make one... immediately.

Click HERE to get the instructions.

Now go bead something - like this bracelet!

14 Fabulous Macrame Bracelet Patterns

This set of 14 Fabulous Macrame Bracelet Patterns makes want to go out and buy some hemp and fibers to start making a few hundred of these (okay, maybe a few less than that). Hey, wait I think I already have what I need in my stash!

Projects and Photo by
allfreejewelrymaking.com

So many bracelets, so little time - sigh....

Click HERE to get all the how tos.

Now go bead something.

Cute and Easy Brick Stitch Bracelet

Like almost any other bead stitch, brick stitch can be a booger to start and, yes, sometimes it looks like a train wreck before it starts looking like anything you want to continue to bead. However, I still love brick stitch and I am really digging this Cute and Easy Brick Stitch Bracelet created by Jennifer at the Beading Daily blog.

Cute and Easy Brick Stitch Bangle
Photo and Project by Beading Daily Blog

Brick stitch is one of those basic need to know stitches that every beader should have in her arsenal of knowledge. And, although brick stitch on its own can be kinda, sorta run-of the-mill, I love how Jennifer jazzed hers up with additional embellishment at the top.

Click HERE to get all the how tos and make an armload.

Now go bead something.

22 Free Peyote Stitch Patterns

When I started beading many years ago, the peyote stitch was hot! Every bead artist was doing it and creating projects ranging from jewelry to amulet bags. Now, it's become part of every beader's repertoire because not only is it so versatile (odd count, even count, flat, one drop, two drop, freeform, circular, tubular - just to name a few versions); it is basically a really easy stitch - once you get past the first few rows. I love this stitch but, because I have a difficult time following a pattern, I always go for freeform peyote. Freeform is a also good way to use up leftover beads.

So, here are 22 free peyote stitch patterns for everyone from the beginner to the advanced beader.

Peyote Bead Stitch Pattern
Photo and Project by
All Free Jewelrymaking.com

Lots of ideas and inspiration to either get you started on a peyote bead stitch adventure or inspire you to create something new.

Don't know how to bead peyote - just google peyote tutorial and you will get a ton of help.

Click HERE to get all the patterns.

Now go bead something.

Dreamcatcher Necklace by Minted Strawberry

Dreamcatcher Necklace
Project and Photo by Minted Strawberry

According to Native American legends, dreams are sent by the sacred spirits as messages to humans. And, dreamcatchers are used to send good dreams past the web and through the hole to the sleeper. As for the bad dreams, the web traps them and they disappear at the first light of dawn.

So, this Dreamcatcher Necklace may not be a true dreamcatcher, but I love the interpretation of that lovely symbol in this pendant.

You can use a large Swarovski crystal in a color that is special to you or the intended recipient to make it even more meaningful.

Click HERE to get all the how tos.

Now go bead something.

Crochet and Chain Mixed Media Bracelet

Don't let the color or choice of yarn put you off from making this one very cool bracelet - because I can see these made from some gorgeous silk or bamboo yarn.

Crochet and Chain Mixed Media Bracelet
Photo and Project by
The Beading Gem's Journal

A simple single crochet stitch is all you need to know to create these. And, you even have an option to use leather cord and pre-strung beads or wire instead of yarn.

Plenty of close up pictures to help you create a heap of these to wear accompany the tutorial and I love that.

Click HERE to get all the how tos.

Now go bead something.

DIY Jump Ring Bracelet

I love the girlie, yet biker look to this bracelet!

DIY Jump Ring Bracelet
Photo and Project by Miss Kris

All you need to create it is some barrel end caps, rope, glue, jump rings (lots and lots of them), a lobster claw clasp and a pair of pliers.

You would think that this would be a very stiff, difficult to wear bracelet - but it's not - thanks to the rope core. Genius!

Miss Kris has a quickie 1 minute video that goes through the project step by step.

So click HERE to get all the how tos.

Now go bead something.

Easy Feather Earrings

If you love the hippie/Bo-Ho style (and I do), then this project is for you! Even if you don't, there has to be someone in your inner circle of friends and family who would absolutely love this pair of feather earrings by Eat, Sleep, Make.

Easy Feather Earrings
Photo and Project by Eat, Sleep Make

Click HERE to get the instructions.

Now go bead something.

Polymer Clay Yarn Ball Stitch Markers

Oh my gosh - these Stitch Markers are so adorable!

Polymer Clay Yarn Ball Stitch Markers
Photo and Project by Repeat Crafter

Sarah at Repeat Crafter makes these so easy to make with a wee bit of polymer clay, a few jewelry findings and a great  step by step photo tutorial.

If you don't knit or crochet, I'm sure you know someone who does and these would make a great gift that would be very much appreciated.

Click HERE to get the instructions.

Now go bead something!

Pompeii Bracelet by Auntie's Beads

I love video tutorials because you can replay them over and over or stop them when you need to. And, there's just no beating the fact that there is nothing like actually watching someone do the technique or project you are trying to learn.

So check out this Pompeii Bracelet video tutorial by Auntie's Beads.

Pompeii Bracelet
Photo and Project by Auntie's Beads

They use a stone cab in their project, but if you like resin or can enamel I don't see any reason why you couldn't use one of those very popular techniques to create your own unique cabochon. As a matter of fact, you could probably use an heirloom button or any other focal that has two loops or a way to attach it to the chain.

Click HERE for all the how tos.

Now go bead something.

Anthropologie Knock-Off Earrings

I love looking at the Anthropologie for inspiration and, evidently, so do a lot of other people. Check out these knock-off earrings created by the blogger at My Girlish Whims.

Anthro Knock-Off Earrings
Project and Photo by My Girlish Whims

Super easy to make with just a few tools and supplies. There are also plenty of close-up pictures to help you along every step and you get to bang away with a hammer - what more can you ask for? Of course, you can always change up the colors to suit your own whims (see what I did there?). 

Any who, click HERE to get the instructions.

Now go bead something.

Beads Per Inch Chart

Beads Per Inch Chart
Courtesy of Fire Mountain Gems and Beads

So you want to make a 16" beaded necklace using size 6 mm beads - but, how many do you need? Well, here's a handy, dandy little chart you might be able to use next time you're planning that project courtesy of Fire Mountain Gems and Beads. This chart gives the number of beads per inch for every increment from the tiny 3mm all the way to 18mm.

So, by looking at the chart, you would need 67 size 6mm beads to make that 16 inch beaded necklace. Handy, huh?

Click HERE to get a printable version.

Now go bead something.

Ring Size Guide and Reference Chart by Fire Mountain Gems and Beads

Here is a handy, dandy Ring Size Guide and Reference Chart to use when making rings compliments of Fire Mountain Gems and Beads. It gives you 3 different ways to determine a ring size and even includes a cool little ring sizer on the bottom.

Ring Size Guide and Chart by
Fire Mountain Gems and Beads

If you make rings then it would be a really good idea to print this chart up, laminate it and then hang it up where you can reference it when you need it.

Click HERE to get the full size copy.

Now go bead something.