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Issue 46 | February 2018
LES PERLES PAR PUCA Discover the full range of different shaped glass beads designed to make patterns
SWAROVSKI
WANDERLUST Explore the new range of gorgeous crystal beads and stones coming very soon to Beads Direct!
FREE GIFT Make a romantic bracelet set with Preciosa seed beads & heart beads FREE TUTORIALS
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WIRE PROJECTS BEADER FEATURES NEW GLASS BEADS ROMANTIC DESIGNS
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MAKE A STATEMENT WITH A COLOURFUL PENDANT Get creative with shaped beads and mix your tones to make eye-catching designs
February 2018 Contents
4 PERFECT PINK Create pretty beaded jewellery with rich pink, purple and red tones for Spring
6 COPPER HEART PENDANT Learn how to make a glamorous wire pendant using Swarovski bicones and pearls
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10 LES PERLES PAR PUCA Discover all seven different Czech glass bead shapes in the par Puca range
12 PUCA PENDANT Get creative with Super Kheops par Puca beads and make a colourful droplet pendant
14 WANDERLUST Get the first look at the latest themes for the Swarovski Spring and Summer range
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16 LET'S BE SOCIAL Check out the latest designs by like minded beaders in your growing Facebook group
COLOUR 18 WIRE HEART JEWELLERY Make unique wire wrapped jewellery using turquoise tone Preciosa heart beads
20 FEBRUARY FREE GIFT Treat someone you love to a handmade set of elastic bracelets with a romantic theme
Editor - Holly Baxter Get in touch! Drop me a message to holly@beadsdirect.co.uk
January has flown by and it's time to look forward to Spring! Bright pink, purple and other floral tones are beginning to pop up everywhere we look and we're excited to put them into our latest designs. In this month's issue we've gathered a selection of the latest arrivals and have collected some amazing jewellery projects for you to make at home. Get your hands on the latest from our range of unique Les perles par Puca beads and make the pretty pendant featured on this month's cover! Plus, make two beautiful wire designs this month with a romantic theme, perfect for a last minute Valentine's gift. Don't miss this month's lovely free gift and claim your own Preciosa seed bead bracelet kit with shining copper heart beads! We hope you enjoy February's issue!
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PERFECT PINK
Get creative with rich, rosey tones
Get into the Spring spirit with a range of beautiful pink tone beads, crystals, cords and charms. This lovely silk ribbon is perfect for making into a multi wrap bracelet, a simple choker or for adding to your sewing stash for future embellishments! Try attaching your favourite charms using matching plated jumprings for a quick way to personalise your silk design. Or take your project further by sewing tiny seed beads onto the ribbon for extra sparkle. SEE ALL PINK BEADS
Try making your own sparkly elastic bracelets with one of these brilliant tonal crystal bead mixes. This pretty pink and lilac mix is ideal for matching with rose gold charms, or simply pairing with pink cord.
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Why not try threading your beads onto the centre of a macrame knotted friendship bracelet or make a range of earrings to wear at different occasions?
Be inspired by some wonderful Valentine's themed jewellery in the Beads Direct project gallery. These elegant chain earrings are the perfect accessory for a Valentine's date or a romantic evening. Personalise your earrings to make them longer, shorter, more subtle or even more special. Make sure you snap up the limited edition side drilled heart beads soon, they won't be available for long!
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COPPER HEART WIREWORK PENDANT Designed by Deborah Short
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1. Start by cutting 4 lengths of 0.8mm copper wire approximately 16 inches long. Then you will need a long length of the 0.4mm wire. You will need about 2 metres but just use a length you are comfortable with as it’s fine to add on as you work. Take one of your 0.8mm (base wires) and your long piece of 0 4mm (weaving wire), and leaving a 3 inch tail, pop the 0.4mm behind the base wire and wrap once.
2. Now bring in your second base wire and add it above your first piece. Bring your 0.4mm over and around both base wires and then bring it back to the top. Bring in your third base wire and place that on top of your others. Now bring your weaving wire over and around the top 2 wires only. Now bring in your Last base wire as shown. Wrap around the top 2 wires but then wrap once around the top wire only.
3. Bring the weaving wire down the back of the design and start the same weave again, once around the bottom wire, once around the bottom 2 wires, once around the middle 2 wires, once around the top 2 and then once around the top wire itself. Keep going with this weave for approximately 3.5 inches, or longer depending on how large you want your finished piece to be. Trim any leftover wire and tidy up with your pliers as shown. Cut another workable length of 0.4mm wire. Separate your bottom 2 base wires from your top two, and start the weave again but only using the bottom 2 base wires.
4. Now you simply wrap around the second wire once, bring the weaving wire back down and start again weaving the two bottom wires for approximately 4 inches, or again longer just depending on how large you want your finished piece to be. Once you have your long weaving section finished, again just form and tidy up the back to remove any excess or sharp bits of weaving wire.
5. It’s now time to start shaping your outer heart frame. Start with the thicker weaved section, and then the thinner side. Go slowly and steady, keeping the wires flat with your thumb and fingers. Once you have a nice shape, take the 2 top plain base wires and bring them slowly down and off to the side out of the way for the moment. Next go back to the ends of the thicker woven section, and add another workable length of 0.4mm wire to start a different weave. You can do any weave you like, I’ve just gone with a simple one here. Wrap 3 times around the bottom wire, then the middle two x3 and the top two x3, then repeat in reverse. Carry on for about 3 inches or so.
6. Once you have completed this section, it’s time to make any adjustments to your frame. Once you are happy, bring the two plain ends from your thin section across and wrap it around your frame to lock your heart shape into place. Keep the ends as you will need them at the end to add finishing touches. Now take your new woven section and carefully mould/shape it between your fingers keeping it as flat as you can. Shape it around the base of your frame and then change direction (like an “S” shape) so you end up with the end of the weave behind the frame. It’s an organic style so don't worry too much about the shape being perfect! Lay the remaining plain 0.8mm wires I side the heart whichever way you want, and once you are happy it’s time to add your beads!
7. You can thread your beads however you like. I have randomly mixed the seed beads and Swarovski bicones on the top wire and left the next one plain as a contrast, but do whatever you want! Once you are happy with these 2 wires then wrap them around your frame to secure. Then trim at the back and flatten with your pliers to get rid of any jagged edges. On to the bottom two 0.8mm wires. Take approximately 1 metre of 0.4mm wire and start to weave in between them. Again you can do any design you want here. I’ve started with a 3&3 weave, then adjusted the number of wraps as needed when I added the beads. One you have reached the frame wrap the ends around as before and tidy at the back.
8. We are almost ready for the finishing touches, but first we need to deal with those two 0.8mm wires that we moved out of the way after we finished weaving. Take 2 swarovski pearls, and pop one on to one of these wires. Move your wires and pop one a pearl onto the second wire .
9. Wrap your wires Round the pearls a few times to secure and frame them, and then wrap, trim and tidy the inside one. Bring the outside wire down and through into the inside of your piece, and add the last of your beads. Position it where you want, wrap around the frame and either tidy at the back, or create a small spiral at the front.
10. Now for the finishing touches to your piece, then we will move on to the chain. Go down to the bottom part of your frame and find those last 2 0.8mm wires, and wrap them both around the frame. Again you can either trim and tidy them to the back, or create another small spiral with one (or both) to finish!. All you need to do now is fit your jump ring(s) to connect your chain! If you want your heart to sit at an angle then just add one ring, if you want it to sit straight then simply add one on each side or your heart! 11. Now to the chain! You can make this as long or short as you like and with whatever bead combination you want. This is just how I did it. Take your 0.4mm wire and cut it into lots of lengths approx. 3 inches in length. These are the basis of the links for the chain. Simply make wrapped loop rosary style links with your beads and attach it to your pendant. Just continue with this for as long as you want your chain to be! You can attach a suitable clasp or simply make it long enough to slip on over your head! Attach this to your necklace with a jumpring.
Les perles par Puca Get to know the full range of gorgeous Czech glass shaped beads by Les perles par Puca. The brilliant range includes one, two and three hole which slot together seamlessly beads allowing you to make unique, patterns in an array of tones.
Kheops Par Puca – These unique triangle shaped beads have two threading holes that run parallel to each other from the bottom, upwards on either side of the point at the top. Kheops beads are ideal for placing alongside size 11 and size 8 seed beads which can be used to create intricate details between the points of the beads. Try making your own arrow designs or spiked textures!
SHOP PAR PUCA BEADS >> Ios Par Puca – These small rectangle shaped beads, have two threading holes making it really easy for you to create unique, intricate pieces of work or 3-D shapes. They are perfect for slotting between other two hole Les perles par Puca beads and can be used to neatly end two strands of beads, bringing them together to then be attached to a clasp or another section of beadwork. Minos Par Puca - These are a cylindrical shape bead and have a single threading hole horizontally through the shortest side. They are a brilliant accompaniment to the Arcos beads as they fit perfectly in their centre. These little beads offer so many design opportunities allowing you to create lots of intricately woven designs.
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Arcos Par Puca – These are semi cylindrical arc shaped beads that have three threading holes. These cute beads are ideal for combining with Minos Par Puca beads which sit comfortably in the centre. Try creating a circle shape with your Arcos beads and filling the centre with your own seed bead details or smaller round beads. You could also try creating a swirling flower shape using your Arcos beads as petals curling in the same direction. Make your bracelets >>
Tinos Par Puca – The trapezium shaped beads have two threading holes that run parallel to each other. Tinos Par Puca beads work brilliantly with the rest of the range! They are available in a great range of tones, perfect for creating flat spaces between your detailed sections, whether you're using matching seed beads or other Par Puca beads.
Super Kheops Par Puca – These glass pyramid shaped beads have two threading holes on one side, that run to a single hole on each of the remaining two sides. They are similar to the regular Kheops beads above and can be used in the same way. Why not try threading these flat along a bracelet design so that the top of the pyramid shape points upwards, creating a spiked design?
Amos Par Puca – The brilliant Amos beads feature two holes running horizontally across the most narrow part and middle part of the droplet shape bead. These super smooth beads are ideal for creating petalled designs, floral embellishments and bursts of colour across your jewellery. Why not try threading matching seed beads or Minos beads between your Amos beads to add details between each petal shape?
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'CHRYS' PUCA PENDANT Designed by Puca ©
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SK = Super kheop bead R11 = Size 11 seed bead R15 = Size 15 seed bead IOS = Ios bead 1. Pick up 1 x SK , 1 x IOS, 1 x R15 , 1x R11, 1 R15 back through the IOS and the other side of the SK bead. 2. Pick up 1 x SK, 1 x R15, 1 x R11, 1 x R15 and thread back through the other side of the SK bead. 3. Repeat step 1 and step 2 again. 4. Repeat step 1 but replace your R11 seed bead with a droplet charm as shown in image 4. Repeat step 2 again to complete your pendant shape. (Image 4) 5. Knot your work to secure the beads in place. 6. Finally, thread out of the R11 on the opposite side to the droplet on your pendant. Pick up 1 x R15, 1 x R11, 12 x R15 and thread through the R11 you just added. Pick up 1 x R15 and thread through the R11 you started at through the opposite direction. Weave your thread through your beadwork again to tighten it and secure your thread with a few knots along the way. Trim off the excess when you are happy your work won't unravel. Do the same with your tail thread. Thread your chain through the loop on the top of your pendant.
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TAKE YOUR DESIGNS FURTHER! With this project, you'll have plenty of seed beads and colourful par Puca beads to use after making your pendant. Make the most of your materials and try linking these cute patterns together to make a bracelet. To do this, replace the droplet bead with the size 11 seed bead and attach your triangle shapes together using loops of seed beads. Attach your clasp to each end of your design to make your unique design wearable! Why not try making your droplet pendants into a pair of earrings and make a stunning jewellery set?
Coming soon...
Swarovski's new Innovations for Spring/ Summer 2019 are soulful, bright and include a beautiful new range of shapes, tones and more. This seasons new colour is 'Majestic Blue' which will be available soon in beads, stones and sew on shapes. Swarovski's new beads are the 'Fine Rocks Tubes' which feature the pavĂŠ style chaton crystals across the surface of the column. Explore the beautiful themes and be inspired in the coming weeks as we launch our beautiful range of crystals for your Spring and Summer designs!
The new themes for Swarovski's latest Innovations are inspired by freedom, adventure and travel.
The new tone , Majestic Blue is described by Swarovski as 'Deep and evocative, like an homage to cobalt skies and the sapphire sea'. 'Majestic Blue’s deep hues are the perfect complement to three Crystal Shiny LacquerPro Effects — Crystal Buttercup, Crystal Lime & Crystal Lilac — for elegant styles, bold streamlined looks and expressive designs.'
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Saw this lovely wooden yoga poses charm on sale in your website and that inspired me to make a yoga inspired necklace. I thought it would cheer up my yoga loving friend who lost her father very recently . Used some hand carved wooden tube beads I found on a holiday and made this simple pink cord necklace. I should say it was received well and she is already planning to wear it for her spring Yogavacation. Thank you beads direct! - Padmaja V
Thank you for sharing your design Padmaja. I love your use of the yoga charm and the combination of patterned beads. I hope your friend enjoys wearing it! x
Finished making my leather cuff bracelets and I love them, particularly the widest one. - Sharon Evely Your bracelet is really pretty Sharon, and I love your cord choices. I hope you loved designing bracelets with your kit! x
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I'm so pleased with this bracelet made with half tilas and size 15 toho seed beads left over from other projects. - Jill Renson Your bracelet is beautiful Jill. I love the choice of half tila beads and how the darker ones frame the rich pink tones. x
This is my first attempt at making an unicorn I have used silver plated wire in 1mm & 0.4mm & Swarovski pearls I’m giving him to a friend who loves unicorns & has a birthday in June xx - Shirley Harris This is brilliant Shirley, your wire wrapping looks great for your first attempt. I love the pearl horn on your unicorn! x
Delighted with my first design Heart Swarovski crystal rose gold earrings. They catch the light so lovely. I can't wait to make some more of them with my new findings set! - Coisla O'Halloran Your earrings are really lovely Coisla! I love your choice to combine rose gold findings with pink tone crystals. x
TURQUOISE HEART BRACELETS & EARRINGS Designed by Claire Broom
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BRACELET 1 1. Measure around your wrist, double the figure and add 10-15cm of 1.5mm wire and shape as above – I left a width of approx. 5cm. 2. Using round nose ring pliers make a loop facing outwards on each end of the wires 3. Continue rolling to make swirls 4. Using a bracelet mandrel or round object like a bottle, shape the wire into a bangle 5. Using 0.5mm wrap edges near to swirls together and neaten ends flat using pliers. 6. Using round nose pliers thread the heart pendants and make a loop at each end wrapping the 0.5mm wire around to secure 7. Using a long length of 0.5mm wire attach one end and wrap around the 1.5mm wire pressing the end flat using pliers so they do not catch or scratch. Wrap the wire randomly attaching lavender beads as you go.
BRACELET 2 1. After measuring your wrist and doubling the figure add 10-15cm to the length of the wire. Again leave a width of around 5cm. Using round nose pliers this time curl the edges inwards. 2. Using 0.5mm wire wrap around edges near to loops 3. Shape wire into bangle shape. 4. Add hearts and beads randomly wire-wrapping them to frame. Tip: To secure the hearts in place when wire wrapping make sure you add a length of wire behind the hearts.
EARRINGS 1. Cut two lengths of 0.5mm wire and using round nose pliers roll edges into a swirl. Add a lavender bead, then a heart then two more lavender. 2. Add wire to earring making a loop and wrapping wire around to secure in place
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Before you make your bracelets, try stretching your elastic to see how strongly you can pull it before it snaps. If you want to make your bracelets stronger, you can use two lengths of elastic through your beads if the threading holes are large enough to fit. 1. Cut a length of elastic measuring 2 or 3 inches longer than you will need it to be to fit your wrist. 2. Thread on your choice of seed beads and copper heart beads. Try and end with a heart bead, as this will be where you hide your knots. 3. Create a surgeons knot by following the knot diagram and then another on top to secure it. 4. Pull the loose cords to tighten the knots and pull the two sides of cord with beads on to tighten the knots from the other side. 5. You can add a drop of glue or some clear nail polish to your knots to secure them further. 6. Trim off all but 1cm of your excess cords and pull your knot through so that it sits inside of the nearest copper heart bead. Why not try making a double or triple wrap elastic bracelet? A longer length can also be worn as a necklace or a choker!
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