Step by Step Beads

Beads for Four Corners Bracelet

Michelle Mach — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 21:26:00 GMT

I've been told that some people are having difficulty finding the exact glass beads for the Four Corners bracelet I made for the Nov/Dec 2008 issue of Step by Step Beads. So sorry about that! Here are some tips for finding alternatives:

* Look for "diagonally drilled", "corner drilled" or "diamond shaped" square or diamond beads.

* Beads should be flat, not cubes.

* Beads need to be drilled at the corners in order to work the pattern.

* Common materials for this type of shape are gemstones, shell, and pearls. Some glass, but not as much.

* Watch the bead size -- 10-12mm or so

Here are some photos I found online, so you can get an idea of what kinds of beads to look for (this is not a shopping recommendation--I don't have any personal connection to these companies):

Lava stone beads, 10mm diagonal drill square shape:
http://www.beadaholic.co.nz/shop/Beads/Semi-precious+%26+Natural/Lava+Stone/Lava+Stone+beads-+40cm+strand-+10mm+diagonal+drill+square+shape.html

Pearl shell, flat square diagonally drilled:
http://www.firemountaingems.com/details.asp?PN=H204344NB

Millefiori glass diamond beads
http://www.blueboxjewellery.com/epages/Store3_Shop2429.sf/en_GB/?ViewObjectID=643090

Abalone corner drilled square
http://www.jewelweaver.com/MM003.ASP?pageno=375

Resin flat diamonds
http://naturaltouchbeads.com/beadshop/home.php?cat=19

Very beginner at beading..

Mariemay@2 — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 21:34:03 GMT

Can someone recommend a book for a beginner (me) to learn how to bead? Thank you, mariemay

Had an epiphany over sz 8 seeds

tcwhit — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 01:08:55 GMT

Wanted to make little medallions. One pattern I had used called for 3mm pearls and I used them all up. Only had a few left. Hello?????? I used sz 8's! Turns out they're 3mm. Just thought I'd share that in case someone else needed to know it, too.

Macrame

Leslie Rogalski — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:31:53 GMT

All you knotty girls and boys, let's see your macrame! I have a couple pieces up on my latest blog, and will be finishing something new soon.

Ooh Ahh session, about to begin!

--Leslie

Keeping track of peyote stitch pattern

Elizabeth Hyman — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 14:07:05 GMT

I am new to the delights of peyote stitch patterns. What are some techniques for keeping track of where I am on each row? Are sticky notes the easiest way? I have tried overlapping the blank graph layout, but often the actual pattern is a different size from the generic graph layout sheets. Thank you.

When do you stop calling yourself "Beginner?"

Leslie Rogalski — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 16:15:45 GMT

I was recently at a a meeting of the Southeastern PA Bead Society, a congenial and talented bunch of beaders, wire workers and polymer artists! To my surprise, many still considered themselves beginners though they had been maikng jewelry for three or more years.

When do stop thinking of yourself as a beginner? Is it a technique thing, and if so, which techniques bridge into intermediate? I am SO curious!

Leslie, editor in chief, Step by Step Beads, Creative Jewelry and Bead Star

Left Handed Beading

JackieM@30 — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 19:43:49 GMT

I saw an article on beading left-handed but cannot seem to find it again. It was not any particular pattrn it was a tip I think. Did anybody see it or have any idea where to look?

How do I submit projects?

SusanJ@63 — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 10:18:00 GMT

I am curious as to how one goes about to submit a project to be published? I have many patterns that I have made as well as patterns that are Not. but I have been told that some of my finished pieces are good enough to be published, so I guess I am asking How do I do this?

Thanks
Sue Jensen
SuJens Jewelry Design

really really round peyote stitch

shockley27 — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 18:59:51 GMT

can anyone give me advice on how to do the "really really round peyote stitch"? i am working on a pair of moccasins for my adopted daughter and want to add a really really round peyote stitched tulip to them. where can i find instructions for free to help me?

Index for projects/articles

KipperCat — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 16:55:49 GMT

Is there an index somewhere for all the issues of Step by Step Beads? I'm looking for a project that I think was called Peyote Squares necklace, and I think came out in sometime in 2009.

Bumps in the Road

DebA@15 — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 23:03:28 GMT

How can i get a copy of the pattern for Bumps in the Road. It was in the 2007 Nov/Dec issue and I can't find a copy. Is there any where I can download the pattern?

Aloha bracelet toggle instructions

Irene.doughty — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:05:26 GMT

Hello,
I am looking for instructions on how to make the toggle made with 3(?) crystal rounds and seed beads as seen in the Best of Step By Step Beads 2010. In the picture on p.14, there is a bracelet made with the above beads but the instructions for the ending are not included with the Aloha bracelet instructions. I have emailed the artist, Cher Lash, without results. I have one bracelet ready to finish with no idea how to make this optional ending. Please help!! I am not advanced enough to figure out from looking at the picture as some might be. Looking online has patterns for toggles made entirely out of seed beads which is not what I desire.
Thank you in advance for your help!
Irene Doughty

Need pattern or back issue

jonna@2 — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 01:30:15 GMT

I have misplaced my Step by Step Beads Jan/Feb 2009. Does anyone have one for purchase, or specifically the Sparklefest bracelet pattern on page 48? Many thanks.

Peyote question

luciatx — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 17:21:56 GMT

Hi everyone:)

Don't know if this question has been asked and if so, please let me know what post to go read. I am trying to make a project using peyote stitch and it is 89 bw. I have heard of some using needles or wire to insert in the first row to keep it straight and my question is this. If using wire, what size should I use for 11/0 delicas. I tried using paperclips, but the wire is too thick.

Thanks so much.

Lucia

Seed Bead and or Crystal Balls

Crystal Blu — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 05:38:02 GMT

I am looking for some designs that I might be able to use for my differant ball projects using seed beads and or beads and crystals, and I just can't find the right step by step's that I can follow. Can anyone help?

Thank you in advance,

Crystal Blu

how to attach lobster claw for RAW bracelets

untmom2003 — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 22:29:43 GMT

I have used seed beads as well as a wire guard then added a toggle to the ends. What is the best way to add a lobster clasp to the ends of a double row RAW? Thanks for the help!

Want to buy back issue

MarianneO@3 — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 22:55:32 GMT

Does anyone have a copy of Step by Step Beads Nov/Dec 2007 issue to sell?

spiceberry

nbprincess79 — Mon, 25 May 2009 21:11:33 GMT

hello im new to beading, and im new to the beading world...lol....and i love it!!! who else is doing the spiceberry braided bracelet for the step by step magazine? what colours are you using? im using browns......

SbS on CD

CryssT — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 19:48:56 GMT

since Step by Step Beads is stopping is there a possibility that past issues will be come available on CD as I would be really interested in obtaining past copies in that fashion. just the articles, not the ads - please.

Stoping Publication of Step by Step Beads

Anita Rothgarber@2 — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:14:24 GMT

I am very unhappy that you have stopped publishing this magazine. Sending us to BEADWORK will not satisfy the STEP by STEP need. I just wanted you to know that Step by Step Beads got me started on the beading jewlery so how many folks are you never going to get into the family by stopping publication?