Shine Online October 2018

Winter 2018/19

Festive Makes Get creative with the latest materials for the party season

INSIDE THIS ISSUE CRAFT PROJECTS NEW SWAROVSKI EXCLUSIVE KITS FESTIVE CHARMS WINTER TRENDS

FREE GIFT Make cute Christmas angels with beads and charms

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BRAND NEW TUTORIALS + DECORATION INSPIRATION

Make your own Christmas ornaments using fimo clay, wire and festive beads

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FEELING FESTIVE The festive season is fast approaching and we're ready with all the beady inspiration you need to design your own handmade decorations, gifts and jewellery.

Make sure you don't miss the fab free projects throughout the issue including a super cute decorated bauble - a design that's perfect for using up left over seed beads!

Whether you embrace the classic, colourful Christmas style or prefer some sophisticated silver sparkles, we've gathered an array of projects, materials and trends to spark your imagination, whatever your style.

We hope you love this season's issue,

The Beads Direct Team x

Editor - Holly Baxter Get in touch! Drop me a message to holly@beadsdirect.co.uk

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In this season's issue Page 6 - project Make a statement bead and chain necklace with Swarovski Fine Rocks disks

Page 8 Discover some icy materials and add a hint of shine to your winter projects

Page 12 Explore the latest Swarovski Innovations and get a sneak peek of the new crystals soon to arrive

Page 15 - project Make a simple but elegant necklace with an array of Swarovski Briolette charms

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Join Vicki and catch up with some of your fellow beaders latest makes

Get creative this Christmas and make your own beady decorations and some fun jewellery to wear (or gift) on the day!

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See a design you love?

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Learn how to make a frosty necklace and earring set with bronze accent beads

Page 20 - project Embellish your plain bauble decorations with shimmering seed beads

Page 23 Get your festive fix with bright and fun Christmas charms, beads and more

Page 26 Claim this issue's fabulous free gift and make a collection of angel decorations

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Look for the link and find the full project on the BD website.

- COSY CHRISTMAS Be inspired by traditional festive colours and create your own handmade designs using classic tones like gold and rich berry red.

Whether you're making accessories or decorations to sell, gift or use yourself, you're sure to find all the materials you need - from wire and ribbon, to charms and seed beads.

Explore the latest festive themed items and start planning your beady pieces ready for Christmas.

Rose Gold Plated Brass Star Connector £4.18

Dark Red Faux Fur Pom Pom Ball Charms Gold Plated Filigree £1.79 Flower Connector £3.97

Swarovski Crystal Fabric-IT Holly Leaf Transfer £3.98

PROJECT FEATURE Learn how to make this adorable gingerbread man decoration out of Fimo polymer clay. This cute design is ideal for gifting and could be made to hang on a tree, sit on the Christmas dinner table or on a Christmas cake! www.beadsdirect.co.uk/projects/noveltychristmas-gingerbread-man-decoration

Gold Plated Zamak Snowflake Connector £1.19

KIT FEATURE This stunning necklace is so easy to make once you know how to turn loops and link pins together.

www.beadsdirect.co.uk/ projects/semi-preciousswag-necklace

Gold Plated Zamak Deer Charm £1.19

Preciosa Round Seed Bead Mix£3.29

Gold Plated Hollow Angel Charm £6.97

There are so many ways to add a splash of colour to your festive designs. If you're looking to create some quick Christmas accessories, a colourful seed bead mix and a few complimentary charms can come together to make a stack of elastic bracelets, ready to wear on Christmas day or New Years Eve. These cute gold plated charms are perfect for attaching to earwires and making into cute Christmas earrings. They could also be added to charm bracelets or used in your homemade Christmas crackers!

Swarovski Crystal Edelweiss BeCharmed Bead £8.39 Toho Size 8 Hex Seed Beads Galvanized Starlight £1.63

SEW USEFUL Beading needles and beading thread From £1.79

Pantone Autumn Winter Colour Report Valiant Poppy - Brave and outgoing red shade effusive in its allure.

Get your kit and make your necklace using strawberry quartz gemstone beads and matching rose gold plated findings.

Fine Rocks Crystal Necklace Create an elegant necklace ready for the party season using Swarovski Fine Rocks disks and matching crystal beads.

Get all the materials you need at - www.beadsdirect.co.uk/projects/fine-rocks-crystal-necklace

BEADING LEVEL

BEADING TECHNIQUES Turning eyepin loops with jewellery makers pliers Cutting chain links

beginner intermediate expert

Opening and closing jumprings

Step 1.

Take your 3 Swarovski Fine Rocks disks and cut 3 pieces of felt of the same shape and size.

Match with...

Step 2.

Cut 3 lengths of chain each measuring 3". Take 3 eyepins and loop the pin ends to match the original loops.

Step 3.

Take a Swarovski disk and one of your felt circles.

Place either end of a 3" chain on the felt a finger width apart. Place your eyepin across the disk horizontally and stick the disk on top to glue them all in place. Repeat this with your other 2 disks. Your disks will have a pin loop on either side and a droplet of chain underneath.

Swarovski Crystal Sew On Trilliant Scarlet F 16mm

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Step 4.

Next, take an eyepin and thread on 1 x rose gold bead, 1 x red bicone, 1 x rose gold bead. Loop the other end of the pin. Repeat this to make one more beaded pin.

Step 5.

Take an eyepin and thread on 1 x black pearl, 1 x rose gold bead, 1 x black pearl. Loop the other end of the pin. Repeat one more time to make a matching beaded pin.

Swarovski Dice Fancy Stone 19mm Crystal Red Copper Z CALVSI F

£7.86

Step 6.

Complete the pattern of the necklace using the image of the finished design. Link the pins together using jumprings.

Step 7.

Once you've made the centre of your necklace, all that is left to do is to add two lengths of chain and your clasp.

Decide how long you want your necklace to be and cut 2 lengths of chain to attach to either side. Attach these with jumprings. Finally attach a jumpring to each end of the chain and add a clasp to one of these to complete

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WINTER FROST

Swarovski Pave Drop Gold Plated Crystal £18.89

Get creative with metallic effects and make statement jewellery ready for the party season!

If you prefer simple silver jewellery over colourful Christmas accessories, then look no further than Beads Direct's beautiful range of Swarovski pendants, plated charms, bead mixes and ready to wear pieces.

Swarovski Edelweiss BeCharmed Charm £12.96

Black/Clear Crystal Suede Bracelet Made With Swarovski £14.99 Antique Silver Zamak Snowflake Connector £1.19 Swarovski Crystal Pearls Iridescent Dark Blue from £3.46

Swarovski Crystal Pearls Pearlescent White from £3.46

'Silver Cloud' Seed Bead Mix £1.63

Colour Focus - Festive Green Consider a bold colour theme for your next jewellery design and try planning your piece around this wonderful, natural tone.

KIT FEATURE Love crochet? Make these stunning earrings with rich green cord and shimmering Swarovski bicone beads. www.beadsdirect.co.uk/beads-direct -kits/teal-crochet-earringkit-dorothy-wood

Preciosa Small Candy Twin Hole Bead Frosted Dark Green £2.52

Green Faux Fur Ball Charm Charm £1.79

Teal/Black Feather Charms £1.79

QUICK MAKE Follow the simple step by step instructions below to make a cute Christmas bracelet with Swarovski crystals.

Step 1. Measure the length of chain for the size of your bracelet and remove a link to remove it from the 1 metre length of chain in your findings kit. Attach a lobster clasp to one end with a jump ring.

Test the length on your wrist.

Step 2. The order of the charms and positioning can be altered to suit your liking. Attach 4 stars charms to a jump ring each, as well as your 2 pom poms and the deer charm. Insert the Swarovski crystals into the matching settings and carefully close the prongs over the crystals to keep them secure. Lay out your chain in a circle and position the charms where you want them to go. Once you've decided on which links to attach your charms to take your first charm and attach it to an open jump ring to link it onto the chain. You could also directly open a chain link to attach a charm if you want a neater finish.

Get all the materials you need to make your bracelet at www.beadsdirect.co.uk/ projects/festive-charmbracelet

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STARRY NIGHT

Sparkle & Shine This elegant theme is a great place to start if you're planning your new years eve jewellery and party decorations. Deep blue tones match beautifully with warm, metallic rose gold and will give the effect of a night sky inspired design.

Swarovski Crystal Round Bead Mix £12.00 Swarovski Growing Crystal Rhombus £18.89 Rose Gold Plated Pinch Pendant Bail £1.79

Rose Gold Plated Zamak Snowflake Connector £1.19

Essential Shamballa Fashion Beads £2.87

Toho Bugle Seed Beads Metallic Nebula £1.31

These stunning Swarovski crystal charms are perfect for attaching to necklaces or bracelets for statement jewellery, perfect for the party season. To add a simple pendant to a necklace chain, you will need a bail finding like the one above. Simply pinch the bail through the hole on the top of the pendant and then thread your chosen chain through the bail!

Swarovski Crystal Charm Snowflake £2.72

Swarovski Crystal Charm Edelweiss £3.78

PROJECT FEATURE Learn how to make a stunning wire wrapped star decoration with colourful seed beads. www.beadsdirect.co.uk/ projects/christmas-carnivalstar-decoration

Toho Demi Round Seeds Metallic Rainbow Iris £1.63 Swarovski Crystal Drop Swarovski Square Pendant Rainbow Dark Fancy Stone Rainbow £3.13 Dark £2.51

This season we've seen the growing trend of rainbow inspired decorations and Christmas fashion. A simple way to add a hint of this fun rainbow style to your jewellery is with these rainbow effect crystals and beads. Each of these stunning crystals alters its tones in the light and is sure to give any accessory a pop of colour.

PROJECT FEATURE Make a simple yet glamorous rainbow inspired pendant with a Swarovski heart and a matching bail.

Pantone Autumn Winter Colour Report Nebulas Blue - Reminiscent of twilight, a thoughtful, starry-eyed blue.

Winter Rainbow

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These cute twin hole candy beads are perfect bead weaving projects and combining with seed beads. Try sewing two strands of seed beads between each candy bead for a handmade bracelet with plenty of colour.

Preciosa Small Candy Twin Hole Bead Copper Rainbow £2.52

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Swarovski Innovations for Autumn/Winter 2019/2020 Be Who You Are The ideas behind this seasons innovations is to 'be yourselfâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; with the following aspects of self discovery: 'Check Yourself', 'Find Yourself', 'Excess Yourself' and 'Dress Yourself'.

When it comes to Swarovski innovations, the biggest sources of inspiration are the customers.

Individualism is a growing trend that is poised to impact the lifestyle of the future.

Swarovski looked at the expenses of the environment and this resulted in their 'Find Yourself' collection, focusing on a slowdown ethic on heritage and authentic elements.

The classic tailored check has been re-worked with the use of crystals and colour to offer a freshness to vintage and spotlights re-imagined designs.

This idea can be developed with your own patterned fabrics. Try matching your Swarovski crystals to the details and indivdual tones within your fabric to emphasise the design and make your favourite textures stand out.

The new Tahitian Look Pearl is a large part of the 'Dress Yourself' theme. It's bold tone reflects the drama queen inspired theme and can be paired with more muted pearls or blue tone crystals to be used in everyday wear pieces.

Swarovski’s Innovations have been inspired by Mother Earth’s natural beauty. The DeLite Family revives the Ultra colours which has been a collection within Swarovski since the 1960s.

The DeLite range features five new colours in the crystal lacquer, they’re a brief reminder to take a step back, slow down and live sustainably.

You can expect to see hints of folkloric influences as authenticity becomes increasingly desirable. Embroidery is set to become a popular craft in the coming months. Why not try your hand at sewing with crystals, vintage tone threads and matching seed beads for more texture?

Modern is about to get a whole new makeover with Swarovski’s retro new square shape Imperial Cut. Make a cutting edge contemporary statement with exceptional brilliance and fine craftsmanship. This stunning crystal shape is ideal for using in matching settings on rings, pendants and bracelet charms.

Crystal Briolette Necklace This beautiful crystal necklace uses a rainbow of Swarovski Briolette pendants matched with delicate silver chain to emphasise the colours.

Step 1.

To start your necklace, take a Crystal AB charm and attach it to the very centre of the chain with a jump ring. Make sure the jumpring is closed securely.

Step 2.

Decide on the order of your coloured charms. Attach your charms 5 links apart on either side of the centre charm. Continue to add all your Swarovski charms using jumprings. Leave 1 x Crystal AB charm for the next step.

Step 3.

Take a jumpring and your clasp. Attach this to one end of your chain. Take another jumpring and your last AB charm and attach it to the other end of the chain.

Step 4.

On the side of the chain with the AB charm, cut/open a link approximately 0.5" back from the end. Link these two ends together again with a jumpring. This is where you will connect your clasp when you wear your necklace, making a longer droplet at the back of your neck.

Get all the materials you need at - www.beadsdirect.co.uk/projects/crystal-briolette-necklace

BEADING LEVEL

BEADING TECHNIQUES Using jewellery makers pliers to

beginner intermediate expert

open and close jumprings

Let's Be Social with Vicki We love to see the projects you're proud of! Drop me an email to shine@beadsdirect.co.uk or post your images on our Facebook group to be featured. If you see a star on your design, you've won a bead bundle! Drop us a message to the email above with your address to claim your prize.

Vicki loves...

I just tried this little gem from the Christmas projects. How pretty it looks.

Nichola Buchanan

This is a really cute Christmas tree Nichola!

Some of these would be perfect for dotting around the Christmas dinner table.

Swarovski Dice Fancy Stone Crystal Purple Z CALVSI F

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I made these bracelets this evening. Hope they sell on Sunday at a fundraiser for my granddaughter’s dance group Shirley Harris

These are lovely bracelets Shirley. Perfect for gifting with their adjustable size.

Swarovski Sew On Drop Light Siam Shimmer

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Swarovski Emerald Sew On Stones Majestic Blue F x2

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A couple of bracelets I've made recently. I've been challenging myself to create items with beads that I already have and not go shopping. The Autumn Leaves bracelet is great for using up small amounts of seed beads as each leaf only uses a dozen beads.

The other is from a tutorial by Isabella Lam for a new stitch called Cinch Stitch, it's very satisfying to make and works up quite quickly.

Jill Renson

Your bracelets are stunning Jill! I love your choice of seed bead tones in the leaf pattern bracelet and the matching pearls along the edge.

I have made these pieces for a Preciosa competition using Preciosa 2 cut and 3 cut beads, kindly sent to me by preciosa. The cellini spiral uses both types with size 6 Preciosa seed beads. The double spiral uses both types of beads and also has a spine of size 8 #Preciosa seed beads. The kumihimo braid is using just the 2 cut beads, both colours, the difference in colours is very subtle. The winners will be chosen at end of September.

Mary Hughes

These are gorgeous Mary. Your choice of warm autumnal tones are perfect for wearing all the way up until Christmas.

Good luck for the competition!

Peyote cocktail ring with semi precious Amethyst cabochon Bead Embroidery Christine Hall

This is beautiful Christine! Your peyote frame looks so neat and your choice of seed beads match the amethyst cabochon perfectly.

Copper Glow Jewellery Set Learn how to make this delicate jewellery set using Preciosa Karo beads and matching seed beads.

Designed by Jill Renson Get all the materials you need at - www.beadsdirect.co.uk/projects/copper-glow-jewellery-set

BEADING LEVEL

BEADING TECHNIQUES Bead weaving with multiple threads Attaching jumprings using jewellery makers pliers

beginner intermediate expert

Weaving and securing thread ends

Step 1 Cut an arm span (approx. 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) of KO thread and condition it then thread a needle onto each end.

Step 2 Pick up; 1A, 1B, 1K, 1B, 1A, then go through the other hole of K, add 1B then go back through the first A. Slide this to the centre of your thread.

Step 3 On one needle add; 2B, 1A, 2B, 1A, 1B, 1K, 1B, and 1A

Step 4 On the second needle add; 2B, 1A, 2B, now go through the 2nd A added in step 3, add 1B then through the other hole of the K added in step 3, add 1B and go through the last A added in step 3

Step 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 until your rope is approx. 22â&#x20AC;? - I used 28 K as I have a fairly small wrist

Step 6 On your last section instead of passing both needles the same way through the final A, pass the second needle back in the opposite direction. Work back along your rope tying a couple of knots where the two sides meet then trim off your ends

Step 7 Cut another arm span of KO thread, condition it then thread a needle onto each end. Pass one side through the last A added in step 6 and slide to the centre of the thread

Step 8 On needle 1 add; 2C, 1A, 2C then go through the next single A

Step 9 On needle 2 add; 2C, 1A,2 C on the other side of the K bead then through the same A as step 8

Step 10 On needle 1 add; 1C, 1K, 1C then go through the next single A, push your K bead between the 2B, 1A, 2B added earlier

Step 11 On needle 2 add 1C then through the K added in step 10, 1C and through the same A as in step 10

Step 12 Repeat steps 8 to 11 along the length of the rope. Finish off as before by passing the second needle the other way through the last A, working back along your rope tying a couple of knots to secure and trim off the ends.

Step 13 Connect a jump ring to the A at each end of your rope; add the lobster clasp to one side. You can make earrings to match with just a few repeats - 3 or more depending on how long you like them.

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Beaded Bauble Decoration Follow the project below and learn how to make an embellished bauble decoration.

This design is perfect for making on a winter evening and is a great way to use up left over seed beads or small crystals.

Try using a mixture of different colours or stick to a single colour theme to match your Christmas tree.

Step 1.

Cut 200cm of beading thread. Pick up four size 10 (colour A) and 1 size 8 (colour B) seed beads.

Repeat five times so you have a total of 30 beads on the thread. Slide the beads to within 15cm of the thread end. Check that the beads will fit around the top of your bauble.

If too small you’ll need to string five size 10’s instead. If too large then try three size 10’s. Knot the strands together then sew through to the next B bead in the ring.

Step 2.

Pick up 7A, 1B, 7A. Sew through the next B bead on the starting ring. Repeat all the way around.

Step 3.

Step up by sewing through the next 7A and 1B bead of the first loop.

BEADING LEVEL

BEADING TECHNIQUES Using a beading needle and beading thread Stepping up to add layers and rows

beginner intermediate expert

Weaving and securing thread ends

Step 4.

Pick up 5A, 1B, 4A, 1B, 4A, 1B, 5A. Sew through the next B on the previous row. Repeat all the way around.

Step 5.

Step up by sewing through the next 5A, 1B, 4A, 1B, 4A, 1B of the first loop added in step 4.

Step 6.

Pick up 4A, 3B, 4A. Sew through the next 1B, 4A, 1B, 4A and 1B on the previous row. Repeat all the way around. At this stage it is better to form the beadwork with it on the bauble so that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pull the thread too tightly.

Step 7.

Step up by sewing through the middle B of the next loop. Pick up 3B and sew through the B just exited to form a picot.

Step 8.

Pick up 6A, 1B, 2A, 1B, 2A, 3B, 2A 1B, 2A, 1B, 6A. Sew through the next B at the base of the next large loop. Repeat steps 7 & 8 all the way around. When complete, step up by sewing through to the middle B of the first loop added in this step.

Step 9.

Pick up 17A. Pick up 1B, 2A (repeat 3 times). Pick up 1C, 2A, 1C, 4A. Sew up through the last of the four A just added to form a picot then sew all the way up the tassel. Keep it slightly loose for the moment.

Now sew through the B bead you originally came out of going in the same direction. Hold the picot as you tighten the tassel. Sew around to the next B picot added and repeat â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you can make this tassel longer if you wish. Add tassels in this way all the way around.

Now that the beadwork is stable you can add additional thread. When complete, weave in any remaining tails.

CLASSIC CHRISTMAS Match red, green and gold together to make 'Classic Christmas' inspired jewellery. These amazing green Swarovski pearls will make a great addition to a collection of elastic charm bracelets and can be combined with similar Swarovski tones for a Christmas tree inspired bracelet stack.

Swarovski Crystal Fabric-IT Xmas Tree Transfer Self Adhesive £6.29 Swarovski Iridescent Green Pearls from £3.46

Swarovski Stretch Bracelet Crystal Paradise Shine £14.03

Swarovski Bow BeCharmed Bead Siam Golden Shadow £14.03

Swarovski Crystal Sew On Trilliant Scarlet F £3.13 Gold Plated Hollow Angel Charm £6.97

Gold Plated Sterling Silver Stag Head £7.49

Red Craft Pom Poms Pack of 10 £2.99 'Teal Explosion' Seed Bead Mix £1.43

FESTIVE FUN These nostalgic charms and tones are ideal for anyone who loves a colourful Christmas.

Red And Green Gift Box/Parcel Charms £1.79

There are so many ways to use your favourite festive charms. Why not try adding them to handmade decorations or simply attach them to findings to make earrings, a pendant or even a set of wineglass charms ready for your Christmas party!

Silver Tone Clear Snowflake Charm £2.99

Silver Tone Christmas Tree Charms £4.99

Multi Colour Glass Teardrop Beads £4.99

Silver Stag Charm £1.19

Gold Round Essential Shamballa Fashion Beads £2.64

Multi Colour Jingle Bell Christmas Charms £5.99

Silver Plated Snowflake Spacer Beads £1.99

Red & Green Bow Knot Wreath Charms £2.99

PROJECT FEATURE Create your own collection of classic Christmas wreath tree decorations using shimmering Swarovski pearls, wire and matching ribbon. Mix and match your choice of pearls to make each wreath a little different! www.beadsdirect.co.uk/projects/christmaspearl-wreath

Antique Silver Angel Wing Charms £0.79

Add some colour to your decoration projects with colourful crackle effect beads, bright bell charms or glass droplets. These fun bead mixes are great for designs inspired by fairy lights and nostalgic Christmas tree decorations! Why not try making a fairy light inspired charm bracelet with your favourite coloured bell charms or add the bells to your handmade crackers, wineglass charms or dinner table decor.

Red Christmas Angel Earring Kit Made With Swarovski £4.99

Gold Plated Large Angel Wings Charm £7.99

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Pantone Autumn Winter Colour Report Ultra Violet - Inventive and imaginative Ultra Violet lights the way for what is yet to come.

Multi Colour Crackle Glass Beads £1.99

Rose Gold Plated Snowflake Spacer Beads £1.99

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Create a set of 6 super cute angel decoration charms using matte glass pearls, matching seed beads and shining angel wings.

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YOUR FREE GIFT WILL INCLUDE 6 x Silver tone wing beads 1 x Pack of 4mm glass pearls red or blue 1 x Pack of 8mm glass pearls red or blue 1 x 10g pack of size 15 seed beads gold or blue 1 x Reel of 0.2mm wire gold or silver

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WINTERKIT Free gift can be claimed on all orders over £15 excluding postage costs. One use per customer. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Available while stock lasts. Offer expires midnight 31st December 2018.

Beaded Angels Learn how to make your pearl and seed bead angel decorations!

Step 1.

Cut approximately 30cm of 0.3mm wire. Thread on 2 x seed beads, 6 x 4mm pearls and 2 x seed beads. Bring these to the centre of the wire.

Step 2.

Onto the right side of these beads, pick up 5 x 4mm pearls.

Thread the other side of the wire through these 5 new pearls in the opposite direction.

Step 3.

Onto the right side, pick up 2 x seed beads and 4 x 4mm pearls.

Onto the other side, pick up 2 x seed beads and thread this wire through the 4 pearls in the opposite direction.

Step 4.

Repeat step 3, reducing the number of pearls on each new row.

Step 5.

Once you've added the final row of 2 pearls and passed through them in both directions, pick up 3 seed beads on each side of wire.

Step 6.

Thread both wires up through one of your silver wing beads and one of your 8mm pearls.

Step 7.

Onto one wire, pick up 5 x seeds, 1 x 4mm pearl, 5 x seeds, 1 x pearl, 5 x seeds, 1 x pearl and 5 x seeds.

Step 8.

Take the other side of wire and thread it through the last few beads you just added, in the opposite direction.

Pass this wire through a few more beads and trim off the excess.

Pass the other end of the wire down through the 8mm pearl, the wing bead and continue until you are confident the wire will hold its shape. Trim off the excess wire to complete your angel decoration.

BEADING LEVEL

BEADING TECHNIQUES Simple bead stringing onto wire Working with small beads

beginner intermediate expert

Cutting wire with jewellery makers pliers

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