When I first started making jewellery, I found video tutorials really helpful as opposed to books with diagrams and patterns in that I didn’t completely understand! After a while, I scoured Youtube in search of clear tutorial videos that were inspiring as well as instructional. Introducing this new feature! Crafty Links aims to be a […]
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Beaded Hearts – Valentine’s Day Beadweaving Project
As you can see, I’ve been a busy beader this week! I tried my hand at making open beaded hearts. This is a great beading project for Valentine’s Day, or at any other time of the year! Out of all the beadweaving stitches I’ve learned (so far), my favourite is peyote stitch. Usually, I stick […]
BeadCreator Pro 6 Review – Bead Pattern Design Software
*Collaborative post BeadCreator is a software package for beaders who want to design their own patterns either for personal or commercial use. I’ve been busy testing it out – see my review in this article below! I create beading patterns on a regular basis for my Etsy shop and usually, I use BeadTool for my […]
Snowflakes Peyote Stitch Beading Pattern
*Affiliate links are included in this post. It’s been a while since I’ve published a new beading pattern – so here’s one especially for the winter season! This is my “Snowflakes” peyote stitch bracelet pattern. It features a beautifully soft and subtle snowflake design on a shimmering blue ombre background. When made up into a […]
Halloween Peyote Stitch Pattern – Spooky Cats Eyes
*Affiliate links are included in this post. I have an interesting peyote stitch pattern for you today – this is my “Spooky Cats Eyes” beaded bracelet pattern – perfect for Halloween! If you’re dressing up for Halloween this year, this peyote stitch bracelet could be the perfect accessory for your spooky outfit! Just check out […]
The Stitching, Sewing & Hobbycrafts Show, Birmingham NEC
Last Saturday, I went to The Stitching, Sewing & Hobbycrafts Show in Birmingham – and it was so much fun! I gleaned so much crafty inspiration from the various stands and even tried out a few crafts I’d never done before. I thought I’d give a brief overview today on some of the exhibitors that I […]
How to Use Pinterest to Significantly Boost Your Etsy Sales
Over the last few months, my Etsy shop has been doing fairly well in terms of sales. But that hasn’t always been the case! In fact, I started an Etsy shop a few years ago and although I had a few products listed, I didn’t get a single sale. Not one! My lack of success […]
Where to Buy Miyuki Seed Beads & Delicas Online
*Affiliate links are included in this post. I love working with seed beads as you might have guessed from the occasional peyote stitch beadwork patterns that I publish from time to time! There’s a lot to be said about seed beads in general, as they come in a range of (tiny) sizes, finishes, shapes and […]
Beadwork Tutorial! Learn Flat Odd and Even Count Peyote Stitch
*Affiliate links are included in this post. If you’re a long time reader of this blog, you’ll probably know I love beadwork and peyote stitch in particular! Although I’ve published a few peyote patterns in recent months, I haven’t gotten around to doing a tutorial on this stitch – until now that is! In this […]
Beaded Star Project – from Mastering Beadwork by Carol Huber Cypher
*Affiliate links are included in this post. One of my favourite beading books on my bookshelf has to be “Mastering Beadwork – A Comprehensive Guide to Off-loom Techniques” by Carol Huber Cypher, a professional beadwork and feltmaking artist. When I first purchased this book, I was a complete beading beginner. I leafed through it in eager […]
