Free Projects : Beading Daily exclusive

Jane of the Jungle Peyote Chart

Michelle M. — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 08:33:00 GMT

Matte size 11 cylinder beads in shades of green (olive, avocado, ivy, moss), along with cream and black make striking contrast to the feminine silver findings. This project was part of the October/November 2008 Beadwork challenge. Download includes only color chart for peyote stitch band, not instructions for entire bracelet project....(read more)

The Illusion

Michelle M. — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:30:00 GMT

Julie Ann Smith loves color. Being a cartoonist at heart, she’s also a big fan of black and white. This odd-count peyote stitch bracelet is named after the illusion that the center section of the bracelet appears larger than either side, although it is really the same size. Previous experience with peyote stitch recommended....(read more)

Berry Wreath Ornament

Michelle M. — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 14:40:00 GMT

This quick, cheerful ornament resembles a classical wreath with berries. It can be used in your holiday decorating in many ways: for the tree, as a place card or gift tag, for a mirror or tassel decoration, or as an office or hostess gift. The options are endless! ...(read more)

Gone Fishin' with Miro

Michelle M. — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 23:27:00 GMT

This carefree bracelet is a great way to use up leftover beads in your collection. The simple wireworking technique allows you to focus on other aspects of design like this challenging orange and blue combination! This project was created as part of the August/September 2008 Beadwork challenge....(read more)

Nan's Protective Necklace

Michelle M. — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 15:55:00 GMT

Jennifer created this necklace for a friend to give as a gift to his girlfriend in the Army who was leaving for a six month assignment in Baghdad. Looking for gemstones that symbolized bravery and protection, Jennifer chose Canadian jade, ocean jasper, cherry agate, and carnelian. Red seed beads were added to symbolize success and triumph....(read more)

Bead Embellished Buttons

Beading Daily — Mon, 12 May 2008 05:42:00 GMT

Create a pair of earrings with two bead embellished buttons, use a single button as a snazzy purse closure, or string a bunch together for a bracelet. Instructions are given only for the bead embellished buttons, not for the Fleur de Perle bracelet. Part of the June/July 2008 Beadwork challenge. ...(read more)

Southwest Desert

Beading Daily — Fri, 09 May 2008 05:43:00 GMT

Turquoise over warm hues of gold in the lampwork pendant reminded Kitty of the deserts found in the Southwest. The bold turquoise beads along with the warm amber chips mimic the colors in the lampwork pendant....(read more)

Girl Power Trio

Beading Daily — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 05:36:00 GMT

These three sets of simple earrings show you just how different beads from the same pink-and-khaki lampwork set can look. A great beginner project--you just need to know basic wireworking (simple loops and coils), stringing, and crimping to create these earrings....(read more)

Rachael's Wedding Bracelet

Beading Daily — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 15:35:00 GMT

Rebecca created this beautiful aqua bracelet of pearls and crystals for her sister Rachael's wedding. This multi-strand piece works up very quickly-Rebecca created this "something new" bracelet the morning of the wedding!...(read more)

Rambling Rose Necklace

Beading Daily — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 16:33:00 GMT

It’s dangerous to be in the middle of another beading project when you get a challenge kit! I learned this the hard way: I set the box clasp from the kit next to some chain maille earrings I was creating as a gift for a friend. Good-bye earrings, hello necklace! I decided to use the clasp as a pendant and turned five more Japanese lattice “earrings” into connectors. ...(read more)

Peyote Stackable Rings

Beading Daily — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 04:31:00 GMT

These quick little peyote-stitch rings are a fun and easy project for the beginner. Silver-lined, metallic, or brightly colored beads work best for these rings. Stack them any which way to suit your mood! ...(read more)

Flower Girl Barrette

Beading Daily — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 06:05:00 GMT

Customize this pretty barrette to match your flower girl's dress, or make an all white version for the bride. Using peyote stitch, create a base of white iridescent seed beads and edge it with imitation pearls. Then layer several resin flowers on top, adding white beads to the centers of the flowers. This project by the editor of Beading Daily was part of the Beadwork challenge for the February/March 2008 issue. ...(read more)

Lilac Love

Beading Daily — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 14:04:00 GMT

Learn to bead with this basic necklace and then jazz it up with a handmade polymer clay heart pendant....(read more)

Little Star Ornament

Beading Daily — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 14:04:00 GMT

Amy made this start for her two-and-a-half daughter who loves to sing Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star at the top of her lungs or in a little whisper. They’ll hang it on the Christmas tree—but it could also be a pendant or easily made into a pin to wear. A kit is available on sixswansflying.etsy.com. This is a Beading Daily exclusive project. ...(read more)

Lazy-B Ranch Bracelet

Beading Daily — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 06:25:00 GMT

The western-style Lazy-B Ranch bracelet includes rugged opal nuggets, ladder-stitched beaded beads made of smoky quartz rondelles, and a silver buckle clasp. This project was created by the editor of Beading Daily for the December 2007/January 2008 Beadwork challenge. ...(read more)