Don’t miss this important exhibition of beadwork and beautifully embellished bead embroidery of personal, celebratory and utilitarian objects. There will be no shortage of eye candy for inspiration! Read more in our Issue 54. Maria Rypan www.rypandesigns.com
Category Archives: Beading
Imagine learning to make beautiful beaded gifts or accessories in three easy lessons! It’s possible with the help of passionate teacher Diane Mugford. This Hatzic Lake, British Columbia, designer considers herself a teacher first and a designer second because what she designs tends to be projects for her students. “I am often asked to teach […]
Bead point is a quick way to add dimension and shine to a counted needlework design. Read more in our Spring 2016 issue. Download the PDF pattern now. Designed by Brenda Franklin www.bfdesigns.on.ca
When you fan crystal-tipped bugle points around a filigree dome, you get a dramatic snowflake. This is an adaptation of my famous Fanwheel Snowflakes which start off with a circle of beads. Here, we explore overlapping points around a metal dome-shaped filigree cap. For fun and instant gratification, you can add bugle points around any […]
How elegant. Make them for your Christmas tree, or better yet, make them for family and friends. Beaded ornament covers make great gifts for teachers and hostesses during the Christmas season. Read more in our Festive 2011 issue. Download the PDF pattern now. Designed by Diane Mugford 604.820.7932 [email protected]
Special Feature : Beading Series – Part 1 of 3 Imagine learning to make beautiful beaded gifts or accessories in three easy lessons! It’s possible with the help of passionate teacher Diane Mugford. This Hatzic Lake, British Columbia, designer considers herself a teacher first and a designer second because what she designs tends to be […]