simply beautiful

beaded jewelry

50 QUICK AND

EASY PROJECTS

heidi boyd

CINCINNATI, OHIO

www.artistsnetwork.com

Simply Beautiful Beaded Jewelry. Copyright © 2006 by Heidi Boyd. Manufactured in U.S.A. All rights reserved. The patterns and drawings in the book are for personal use of reader. By permission of the author and publisher, they may be either hand-traced or photocopied to make single copies, but under no circumstances may they be resold or republished. It is permissible for the purchaser to make the projects contained herein and sell them at fairs, bazaars and craft shows. No other part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic or mechanical means including information storage and retrieval systems without permission in writing from the publisher, except by a reviewer, who may quote a brief passage in review. Published by North Light Books, an imprint of F+W Publications, Inc., 4700 East Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45236. (800) 289-0963. First edition.

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Boyd, Heidi

  Simply beautiful beaded jewelry / Heidi Boyd.-- 1st ed.

       p. cm.

eISBN-13: 978-1-60061-249-7

1. Beadwork. 2. Jewelry making. I. Title.

TT860.B688 2006

745.594’2--dc22

2005026360

Editor: Jessica Gordon

Designers: Karla Baker and Kathy Gardner

Layout Artist: Kathy Gardner

Production Coordinator: Greg Nock

Photographers: Christine Polomsky, Tim Grondin

Stylists: Jan Nickum, Nora Martini

ABOUT THE

author

Heidi Boyd is an experienced designer who specializes in creating accessible and elegant projects ideal for the beginning crafter or for anyone who is pressed for time. Her projects have been featured in many of the BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS publications, and Heidi has also appeared on HOME & GARDEN TELEVISION demonstrating projects from her books.

Look for her three other titles in the Simply Beautiful series, SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL GREETING CARDS , SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL RIBBON CRAFT and, of course, the wildly successful SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL BEADING , a Booklist top ten craft book for 2004. Heidi’s other titles include her family-friendly books WIZARD CRAFTS , FAIRY CRAFTS and PET CRAFTS.

After years of working as a project designer and teaching art classes in the Midwest, Heidi now enjoys life near the Maine coast with her husband, their two children and the family dog.

DEDICATED TO…

The soon-to-be newest member of our family, baby Celia, who made her presence known as my constant companion during the making of this book!

acknowledgments • My deepest gratitude to Jessica Gordon, Christine Polomsky and Karla Baker, who made putting this book together a piece of cake. I continue to be thankful for the support of F+W Publications, Inc., most especially publicity and sales, who work tirelessly to have my books seen and noticed.

contents

INTRODUCTION

getting started

beads

jewelry findings

stringing materials

tools and materials

techniques

CHAPTER 1

necklaces

Summer Lariat

Pretty-in-Pink Choker

Berry Bead Necklace

Leather Choker

Vintage Pearls

Peridot Drop Lariat

Floating Beads Necklace

Crystal Garden Necklace

Butterfly Dangle Choker

Graduated Indigo Trio

Faceted Stone Pendant Necklace

Double-Strand Memory Wire Choker

Wired Pearls Necklace

Cascading Teardrops Necklace

Crimped Crystals Necklace

Beaded Chains

Silver Flowers Necklace

CHAPTER 2

bracelets

Button Clasp Bracelet

Copper Tones Bracelet

Sparkle Bicone Bracelet

Flat Pearl Bracelet

Wired Beads Bracelet

Yellow Turquoise Bracelet

Stone, Glass and Pearl Thirds Bracelet

Color Fall Bracelet

Four Strand Bracelet

Chained Pearls Bracelet

Beads and Baubles Bracelet

Linked Memory Wire Cuff

Stretchy Eye Pin Bracelet

Woven Carved Flower Bracelet

CHAPTER 3

earrings

Red Hoop Earrings

Stone and Chain Earrings

Flower Bunch Earrings

Crystal Cube Earrings

Twisted Leaf Earrings

Chandelier Earrings

Semiprecious Earrings

Pink Dangle Earrings

CHAPTER 4

accessories

Elegant Hair Picks

Hair Bauble

Beaded Headband

Leafy Hair Comb

Rhinestone Hair Elastic

French Flower Bobby Pins

Chunky Beads Badge Holder

Blue Flowering Anklet

Brown Memory Wire Ring

Woven Seed Bead Ring

Charm Watch

RESOURCES

introduction

As adults we rarely get the chance for a do over, but with this book I’ve been able to do just that. Of course, I’m thrilled with the success of Simply Beautiful Beading, but I secretly wished I could have squeezed more jewelry into it. And now, my wish has been granted—in this book I have the fabulous opportunity to focus exclusively on jewelry. Beaded jewelry always catches my eye—I admire my friends’ playful collections, discover amazing vintage and designer pieces when relaxing watching television or movies, and take in a huge range of styles when I’m out shopping. All my years of jewelry watching have inspired the projects that fill these pages.

You’ll be amazed by how easy, economical and rewarding it is to create beaded jewelry yourself. In the pages that follow, you’ll find the basic supplies and techniques you need to get started, plus easy-to-follow steps for each project.

Beyond the pride in answering I made it myself to compliments on your beading, there are many other advantages to custom-made jewelry. You can modify designs to suit your personal style, incorporate your favorite colors and adjust the length of any piece. You’ll also love gifting your friends and family with original beaded jewelry.

There’s never been a better time to become a beading enthusiast. Craft and beading stores are expanding their merchandise to fit the growing market, and there is a spectacular range of beads, crystals, pearls, natural stones and findings to inspire creativity.

Don’t hesitate to fill your basket with beads next time you’re out shopping. It truly is easy to get started—before long you’ll be showcasing your original beaded creations. There’s no end to the possible color, bead and stringing combinations. Always keep an eye out for new and interesting designs— even as a new beader you’ll be able to go home and enjoy making them yours.

GETTING STARTED

beads

Swarovski crystals

To say there is a wide variety of beads on the market is a vast understatement. In this book, I’ve tried to incorporate as many different varieties as possible, but I’ve only managed to scratch the surface of what’s available. Each time I went shopping I found a new bead that inspired yet another project design. At some point I had to stop; I could have only so many pages in the book. The following is a brief introduction to the different varieties of beads featured in the projects. Please keep in mind that the following photographs are only a sampling; while shopping you’ll find color, finish and size variations within each bead type.

types of beads

seed beads

| SEED BEADS | The smallest beads used in this book, glass seed beads are inexpensive and are available in a wide range of colors. They come in lots of different sizes, and the size of their openings also varies. Make sure you select beads that work with the specified needles, beading cord or thread. If you like uniformity and a wider opening, choose the more expensive Delica brand of seed beads. | JAPANESE SEED