There's
no doubt about it: crystal beads can turn an ordinary beading project into
something truly extraordinary. Maybe it's the sparkle, maybe it's the color of
the crystal beads, or maybe it's the feeling of pure luxury that you get from
wearing a piece of crystal bead jewelry, but crystal jewelry designs are
everywhere you look these days.
If
you love crystal jewelry design, we've collected a sample of some of our
favorite crystal bead patterns and put them together in this free eBook, just
for you! As a bonus, we added a fascinating article by
Beadwork editor Danielle Fox all about Swarovski crystal beads. Are
you ready to catch crystal fever?
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Cecilia Guastaferro's
Crystal Edge Bracelet uses beautiful top-drilled bicone crystal beads to make a
luxurious crystal bracelet that you'll want to wear every day.
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Channel your inner
princess with Miwako Nara's Bracelet With Heart - the beaded toggle closure is
shaped like a heart!
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Using the best of both
worlds, Kelli Burns' Romantic Ruffle bracelet uses crystal pearls and crystal
bicones for a flattering, feminine crystal bracelet.
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Laura McCabe's Rivoli
Renaissance is a great way to use up those crystal rivolis that you've been
hoarding in your bead stash to make a fashion-forward crystal bead necklace.
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Jean Campbell's Glam
Garland uses funky resin rings, crystal bicones, and fabulous crystal pearls to
create one stunning piece of crystal bead jewelry. This crystal necklace
pattern was one of my favorites from Beadwork
magazine's Designer of the Year series!
Crystal
bead jewelry is a must-have for so many special occasions like weddings and
parties, but more importantly, wearing a piece of crystal jewelry can do
wonders when you just need a little sparkly something to brighten your day!
Get
started making crystal bead jewelry with our free eBook, and fall in love all
over again with your favorite crystal beads!
Bead
Happy,
Jennifer
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