Newsletter for Jewelry Makers: Seed Beading Skills

Tips, techniques, inspiration and more [-- Fire Mountain Gems and Beads -- ]( America's Favorite Beading and Jewelry Supply Company® [Tips, techniques, inspiration and more]( Share: [Share on Facebook]( [Tweet]( [Explore the Creative Possibilities of Seed Beads]( [View All Seed Bead Resources ›]( Our selection of seed beading resources share the possibilities of working with seed beads, from simple stringing to loomwork to complex off-loom stitching techniques. There's no limit to what you can create with a little knowledge and a vast collection of ideas to inspire your own unique designs. Seed Beads 101 [Seed Beads 101: A Jewelry-Maker's Guide to Seed Beads]( Designing with seed beads provides an enormous number of creative opportunities. Learn the basics of versatile seed beads, from manufacturing processes all the way to different design and pairing options, in this extensive article. [View Article ›]( Free Project Featuring Seed Beads [Free Project MB2A]( Use Celestial Crystal® or Czech glass pearls to re-create this lattice-look seed bead bracelet. This stunning pastel design can be easily expanded into a necklace by repeating the free instructions or adding a length of chain. [View Project ›]( 3 Part Loomwork Series [Bead Looms - 3 Part Series]( [View Part 1 ›]( [View Part 2 ›]( [View Part 3 ›]( This three-part series explores everything you need to know about seed bead loomwork. Start by selecting the right loom in part one, learn about the different terms and materials in part two, then begin the looming process with the final installment. With this series, loomed seed bead work is a breeze! Bracelet and Earring Set with Toho Beads® Seed Beads [Design Idea K102]( Use Toho seed beads on a loom to re-create this Southwest-style bracelet and matching earrings. The iridescent shades paired with matte terra cotta brown create exciting textural and color contrast. [View Design Idea ›]( "Unlock Your Heart" Video Series Presented by Jody Young [Unlock Your Heart Video Series]( Explore the wonderful world of seed bead embroidery with our "Unlock Your Heart" video series featuring Jody Young. Meet the world-renowned artist, then learn the basics of seed bead embroidery, her approach to designing and so much more. [View Video Series ›]( Collar-Style Necklace with Seed Beads [Design Idea La6F]( Seed bead embroidery and off-loom techniques combine in Swetlana Bondarava's finalist piece, "SnailyLove." Featuring adorable mollusks crawling about intricate seed bead work, this necklace's lively color palette and shimmering crystals fit perfectly with modern jewelry trends. [View Design Idea ›]( Seed Bead Troubleshooting and Success Guide [Seed Bead Troubleshooting]( Whether you are new to seed beading or a seasoned pro, this article offers assistance, tips and techniques for common difficulties and pitfalls in seed bead projects. [View Article ›]( Purse with Seed Beads [Design Idea LA58]( Take a run through the jungle with this piece. "Hunting by Moonlight," a silver medal-winning design by Ceri Matthews, features a variety of techniques with seed and bugle beads. [View Design Idea ›]( [View All Seed Bead Resources ›]( [Beading Bargains Sale]( [Shop Beading Bargains Sale ›]( Treat yourself with the Beading Bargains Sale! Find limited-inventory beads, clasps, charms, cabochons and more that were already at outlet-store prices, marked down by up to 75%! These savings are simply too good to pass up, so shop now before they're gone. The sale ends May 27th at 11:59 p.m. PT. [Flat Rate Shipping within US]( What our customers are saying: "You guys are truly awesome. Id hardly know we were in America with service of this quality. Thanks again." - Dave We'd love to hear from you, too! [Share your comments with us]( Connect with Us [ FACEBOOK ]( [ YOUTUBE ]( [ TWITTER ]( [ PINTEREST ]( [ INSTAGRAM ]( Fire Mountain Gems and Beads, Inc. One Fire Mountain Way, Grants Pass, OR 97526-2373 USA US and Canada Customer Service: (800) 423-2319 International Customer Service: (541) 956-7890 To ensure you continue receiving emails from us, please add fmg@email.firemountaingems.com to your address book. You are currently subscribed as: {EMAIL} [Email Preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Return Policy]( [View Email as a Web Page]( Copyright 2021 All Rights Reserved Prices subject to change without prior notice. Not responsible for typographical, descriptive or technical errors for products listed.