Beading Tutorial: Upcycling Old Sandals with Glass Seed Beads, Leather, and Natural Silk Thread - A Stylish Transformation!

Welcome to my creative journey of transforming old sandals into unique pieces of art! In this blog, I delve into the world of upcycling, where I breathe new life into worn-out sandals using glass seed beads, leather cord, and hand-made silk thread tassels. Join me as we explore the beauty of repurposing, adding a touch of elegance and sustainability to your footwear collection. Get ready to be inspired and learn how to turn simple sandals into stunning fashion statements that reflect your style and creativity.


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Remove Embellishments: Start by removing all embellishments from your shoes, leaving only clean leather as the base for your beading project.

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Make a beading base for your beads: Pick up the 2.5mm leather cord and glue it to the leather of the sandals. Use E6000 adhesive (allow time to dry) or use super glue.
Materials:
Nylon beading thread, brown color, size D
Cord, leather, and cotton (dyed), taupe, 2.5mm zigzag-stitched.
#15 Rocailles glass seed beads
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Prepare the Thread: Cut a comfortable length of Nylon beading thread, ensuring it is manageable but long enough for your project.
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Thread the Needle: Thread one end of the Nylon thread through a beading needle and tie a knot at the other end to secure the beads from slipping off.

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Start Beading: Begin by passing the needle through the leather cord to anchor the thread. Add five or six #15 Rocailles glass seed beads onto the needle. Pass the needle back through the leather cord to secure the beads in place. Ensure to maintain even spacing and tension as you bead.
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Finishing: Once you have embellished the leather cord to your desired length, secure the thread by weaving it back through previous beads. Tie off the thread securely and trim any excess.

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Make a flat silk tassel:

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Materials:
Nylon beading thread, brown color, size D.
Thread, Purely Silk™, gold, size F. Sold per 20-yard card, 2 cards.
Thread, Purely Silk™, light gray, size F. Sold per 20-yard card, 2 cards.
Scrap, leather (dyed), tan, 9-1/4 x 3-1/2 inches.
Lacy’s Stiff Stuff Beading Foundation


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Cut a 70x25mm Lacy’s Stiff Stuff Beading Foundation or any other thin fabric. Fold it in half and draw the line 5,7mm from the bottom (this line will be the directional line, where you going to slide your needle through the fabric. Then cut the 70x80mm thick paper or cardboard, slide it inside the Lacy’s stiff beading foundation (till directional line).

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a and b: Wind thread around the board in loops going through the beading foundation with the needle, until you reach desired fullness (as you work, you can change thread colors if you wish – start with light gray color silk and on top put the gold color silk). In pictures I’m showing different colors from different projects.
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c: Cut through the looped ends.
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d: Put some glue on the top of the silk thread and on the beading foundation and fold the top of it the leather strip.

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Make a beaded seed bead strip using flat peyote stitch:

Materials:
Delica glass seed beads #11
Opaque beige (DB2105), Opaque dark brown (DB2142), opaque toast (DB2110), opaque glazed luster linen (DB0261-1).


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Make a beaded strip and attach it to the flat tassel’s leather: sew the needle through the leather, sew through the beadwork and weave the thread through the couple beads, sew back through the leather and repeat.
Finish the top beaded strip edge with #15 Rocailles: exiting one #11 Delica edge bead string five rocailles and sew the needle through the leather base and go up through the beaded strip beadwork. Weave the thread through the beads and exit next top edge Delica seed bead and repeat.

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After you finish making the flat silk beaded tassel, put some glue on the sandal leather strip and attach the beadwork to the sandals. Make a total of four flat tassels (I used one bigger and one little bit smaller to each sandal).

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Final Touches: Cut the sandal straps and attach to both leather ends (glue on it) the 26-inches (2.5mm diameter) leather cords.
Then make a simple silk around 1.5-inch (40mm) tassel or use pre-made ones. Make a beaded strip with #11 Delicas, wrap it around the tassel and finish it working around the top of it in circular peyote stitch.

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Next if you wish you can add to the leather cords the beaded round beads. I used for this project 18mm round rubberized acrylic with a large hole and used #15 Rocaille beads.

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Then pick up one end of the leather cord (which is attached to the sandal leather strap), slide on it the beaded bead, next add some glue on the top of the tassel and on the end of the leather cord and glue them together. I would suggest sewing them together too. And using the peyote tubular stitch, bead around the top of the tassel and the leather cord.

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If you wish you can embellish the tassel with beads (for embellishments I used the Oh! 3mm Ring, rubber, white with 2mm hole and 2.5mm gold plated brass round beads). And repeat to the other side.

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By Following these steps, you can transform your old sandals into stunning pieces that showcase your style and creativity. Embrace upcycling to add uniqueness and sustainability to your fashion accessories!

Reviving Fashion: Transforming an Old Bag with Glass Seed Beads




As a passionate crafter working with glass seed beads, I find immense joy in breathing new life into old items. Recently, I had the pleasure of remaking an old bag using tiny glass seed beads, leather, cotton cord, and silk thread, incorporating embroidery and embellishments to create a stunning transformation. Join me on this creative journey as I share the process of reviving fashion through the art of beadwork.
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The old bag that served as the canvas for this project held sentimental value but had lost its luster over the years. To begin the transformation, I carefully assessed the bag's structure and material, envisioning how the addition of glass seed beads could elevate its aesthetic appeal.
Materials:
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    First, I meticulously selected a color palette of glass seed beads that would complement the bag's existing tones. The delicate nature of these beads allowed me to create intricate patterns and designs, adding a touch of elegance to the bag's surface. Using a fine needle and Nylon beading thread, I embarked on the meticulous task of hand-embroidering the glass seed beads onto the bag, layer by layer, to ensure a seamless and captivating finish.

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    Glass seed beads colors and sizes I used for this bag:
    Delica glass seed beads #11
      Delica glass seed beads #8
        Toho Glass Seed Beads #11
          Miyuki Glass Seed Beads #15
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            Incorporating leather and cotton cord, I introduced tactile elements that enhanced the bag's texture and durability. The black leather accents provided a striking contrast to the glass seed beads, while the cotton cord added a rustic charm, harmonizing with the overall design.
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            I created a handmade natural silk tassel, wrapped it with natural leather and embellished it with tiny glass seed beads. The beaded round dangle bead adds to a bag a fun feel.
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            Add additional large, beaded charms to your bag and make it more unique and interesting.
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            Hand beaded strip with letters or other motives from glass seed beads make your bag super personalized and cool.
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            As the final touches were added, the old bag underwent a remarkable metamorphosis. The once-faded accessory was now adorned with a symphony of glass seed beads, exuding a timeless allure that captured the essence of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary elegance.

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            In conclusion, the process of remaking the old bag with glass seed beads, leather, cotton cord, and silk thread was a testament to the transformative power of creativity. By infusing new life into forgotten pieces through meticulous craftsmanship, we not only honor their history but also celebrate their potential for reinvention. This project exemplifies the beauty of sustainable fashion and the artistry of beadwork, inspiring us to look at everyday items with fresh eyes and embrace the magic of reinvention.

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            May this journey serve as a reminder that within every worn-out treasure lies the opportunity for a dazzling revival, waiting to be unveiled through the artful mastery of glass seed beads and creative ingenuity.

            Free Beading Tutorials with Instructions for Beginners | Ezartesa

            This is a super easy beading tutorial with basic stitches and is suitable for beginners.

            Lemon Quartz Beaded Pendant
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            Materials for a pendant.
            • Nylon beading thread, green color (conditioned with beeswax) or Fireline 6lb.test
            • Beading needles #12.
            • Scissors.
            • Pliers.
            • Jump-ring tool.
            • Bead, lemon quartz (heated), 17x17mm hand-cut top-drilled faceted puffed diamond, B grade, 1 bead.
            • Bead, smoky quartz (heated / irradiated), light to medium, 3mm round, B grade, 1 bead.
            • Bead, Czech pressed glass, honey, 8x2.5mm ring, 1bead.
            • Bead, Zircon, avocado, 2mm faceted round, 3 beads.
            • Bead cap, 14Kt gold-filled, 5x1mm flower, 2 beads
            • Charm gold-plated brass, 6.5x4mm leaf, 2 beads.
            • Jump ring, gold-plated brass, 4mm soldered round, 2.4mm inside diameter, 20 gauge, 1 bead.
            • Jump ring, 14Kt gold-filled, 4mm round, 2.4mm inside diameter, 20 gauge, 1 bead.
            • Jumpring – 14Kt golf-filled, open, 7.5x5mm oval, 6x3.3mm inside diameter, 18 gauge, 1 ring.
            • Chain, gold-finished brass, 2mm cable.
            • Bead, gold-plated brass, 2x1.5mm micro round, 2 beads.
            • Rocailles Seed Beads
            approx. 2g size 15o A – 24Kt gold plated (RR191).

            This is a step-by-step beading and jewelry making tutorial for beginners that will teach you how to make a very simple but super cute pendant.

            Beaded Lemon Quartz Bead
            Step 1: On 1.5yd. of fireline and leaving a 12” tale, string 17x17mm puffed diamond lemon quartz bead, one 6.5x4mm leaf bead, one 5x1mm flower bead cap, one 2mm avocado Zircon bead (photo a-1) and sew the needle back through the 5x1mm flower bead, leaf bead and exit through the other end of the quartz bead (photo a-1).
            Step 2: Then secure the other end (tale) of the thread and string one 6.5x4mm leaf bead, one 5x1mm flower bead cap, one 2mm avocado Zircon bead and sew the needle back through the 5x1mm flower bead, 6.5x4mm leaf bead and exit through the other end of the quartz bead (photo a-2).
            Step 3: Next secure the other end of the thread, string two 15o As and sew the needle up through the first bead added to this step (photo a-3). Position the beads the closest you can near the quartz bead on the right side. Then use the square stitch:
            • Be sure the working thread is emerging from the top of the first bead and pick up two 15o A beads.
            • Pass down through the next bead to the right on the row below and up through the following two beads (photo a-4). Add a total of five rows of 15o A beads (photo a-5).
            Step 4: Then exiting 15o A bead sew the needle through the 6.5x4mm leaf bead, 5x1mm flower bead, 2mm zircon bead (photo a-6). Then go back through the flower bead, leaf bead and sew the needle through the opposite two 15oAs of the beaded strip (photo a-6,7).
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            Step 5: Then pick up the other end of the thread and sew the needle up through the two 15oAs (at the left) of the beaded strip (photo a-8).
            Step 6: Secure the other end of the thread, string one 15o A, skip one bead and sew the needle through the next two 15oAs (photo a-9). Then sew the needle up through the leaf bead, flower bead, 2mm zircon (photo a-10), then sew back through the leaf bead, flower and exit through the opposite 15o A bead. Then secure the other end of the thread, string one 15o A, skip one bead and sew the needle through the next two 15oAs (photo a-11).
            Step 7: Next exiting 15o A bead string one 15o A bead and sew the needle to the left through the 15o A bead you added at the step 6, then string 15o A bead and sew the needle to the right through the last 15o A (photo a-12).
            Step 8: Secure the other end of the thread and repeat step 7 at the opposite side (photo a-13).
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            Step 9: Next exiting 15o A bead sew the needle up through the next 15o A bead (photo a-13) then string one 2x1.5mm micro round bead, skip the middle bead and sew the needle diagonally through the other rows 15o A bead (photo a-14). Then sew the needle to the left through the opposite 15o A bead, go diagonally through the 2x1.5mm micro bead (photo a-15) and exit through the 15o A bead (opposite 15o A bead you started) (photo a-15).
            Step 10: Next sew the needle down to the left through the opposite 15o A, then string one 8x2.5mm glass honey ring, one soldered 4mm jump-ring, one 3mm smoky quartz bead and sew the needle back through the jump-ring, glass ring and exit through the opposite 15o A bead (photo a-16). Secure the thread tale in the beadwork and trim.
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            Step 11: Next secure the other end of the thread, exit one lower 15o A bead, string one 2mm avocado Zircon bead and exit through the next 15o A bead (photo a-17). Secure the thread tale in the beadwork with a few half-hitch knots and trim.
            Step 12: Next pick up the 4mm jump-ring, open it, slide on it the 7.5x5mm oval jump-ring (photo a-18). Then slide the 4mm jump-ring through the micro bead and close the 4mm jump-ring (photo a-19,20).
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            Suggestion: Instead of the 3mm Smoky Quartz bead you can add any other gemstone bead like amethyst or cranberry color 3mm zircon bead. Play with the pendant and add to the golden chain other pendants like the smoky quartz, gold-finished sterling silver, 9x8mm-11x8mm hand-cut faceted cone drop.
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            You can purchase and download this tutorial at my Etsy shop https://ezartesajewelry.etsy.com

            Don’t forget to search in my shop for more advanced beading patterns.

            What Can You Do With Glass Seed Beads Other Than Jewelry?

            I like using colorful glass seed beads to create elaborate jewelry pieces like necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. But there are many other ways you can use those tiny and super beautiful glass seed beads.
            Today I’m embellishing my old hoodie drawstrings with sand, beige and linen glazed opaque and matte glass seed beads. I’m using neutral color palette just because I wanted to add to my hoodie a little bit of texture.
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            The Materials:
            • Nylon beading thread color brown (conditioned with beeswax).
            • Beading needles #12.
            • Scissors.
            • Japanese Cylinder, Delica Seed Beads
            approx. 1g size 11o A – Matte pear (DB1581).
            approx. 1g size 11o B – Opaque beige (DB2105).
            approx. 1g size 11o C – Linen glazed (DB0261).
            • Rocailles Seed Beads
            approx. 0,5g size 15o D – Opaque yellow Picasso (RR493F).
            approx. 0,5g size 15
            o E – Mate pear (RR4512).
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            Step 1. Make a peyote strip (flat peyote stitch) that is the 10 beads wide and 36 rows long (photo a-1,2). Start by stringing three 15o Es, three 11o As, four 11o Bs.
            Step 2. After you finished the strip, wrap it around the one end of the drawstring. Next Zipp-up the jagged edges of the strip (photo a-3,4). Then sew with the needle through the beadwork and the drawstring (repeat couple times) (photo a-5).
            Step 3. Next weave the working thread through the beadwork and exit one edge 11oB bead, pick up the two 15o Ds, and sew down through the opposite 11oB bead of the front side beadwork. Come back through the next 11oB bead and repeat using four 15o Ds per stitch, work till the end and finish with two 15o Ds (photo a-6). Secure the thread tales in the beadwork with a few half hitch knots and trim.
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            Step 4. Make a peyote strip (flat peyote stitch) that is the 16 beads wide and 36 rows long (photo a-7,8). Start by stringing seven 15o Es, three 11o As, six 11o Bs.
            Step 5. After you finished the strip, wrap it around the drawstring you are already working on. Zipp-up the jagged edges of the strip (photo a-9). Then sew with the needle through the beadwork and the drawstring (repeat couple times).
            Step 6.
            Make a peyote strip (flat peyote stitch) that is the 36 beads wide and 36 rows long (photo a-10,11). Start by stringing seven 15o Es, three 11o As, six 11o Cs, twenty 11o Bs.
            Step 5. After you finished the strip, wrap it around the second drawstring. Zipp-up the jagged edges of the strip (photo a-12). Then sew with the needle through the beadwork and the drawstring (repeat couple times). Secure the thread tales in the beadwork with a few half-hitch knots and trim.

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            This is a supper simple idea what you can do with glass seed beads other than jewelry.

            Discover the art of beading with my beading tutorials!Learn the basics and create beautiful peaces.

            Learn to Bead with my Step-By-Step Free Beading Tutorial.


            Get started on your beading journey with my step-by-step tutorial. Create stunning jewelry in no time!
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            Materials For a Pair of Beaded Circle Earrings.
            • Nylon beading thread color red (conditioned with beeswax).
            • Beading needles #12.
            • Scissors.
            • 30mm Gold-Plated, Cooper-Plated or Steel, Double-Sided Hammered Open Round, 2 rings.
            • 10mm round, red coral bead or any other material bead, 2 beads.
            • Japanese Cylinder, Delica Seed Beads
            approx. 0,5g size 11o A – Opaque nickel-plated (DB0021).
            approx. 0,5g size 11o B – Opaque brick red (DB0654).
            approx. 0,5g size 11o C – Opaque vermillion red (DB0727).
            • Rocailles Seed Beads
            approx. 7g size 15o D – Opaque red Picasso (RR4513).
            approx. 1g size 15
            o E – Opaque red (RR408).
            • Ear-wire, sterling silver 18mm fishhook with open loop.

            Step-by-step instruction
            Beaded Circle Earrings

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            Step (1) On 2yd. of conditioned thread pick up seventy-two Delicas (changing between one 11o A and one 11o B bead) and form a ring in the middle of thread (photo a-1).
            Step (2) Working in peyote stitch, exiting one 11o A pick up a 15o D, and sew through the next 11o A (photo a-2). Repeat around the ring for a total of thirty-six stitches and step up.
            Step (3) Work two rounds with 15o D s, of tubular-peyote stitch around the ring and step up (photo a-3).
            Step (4) Pick up the thread at the other end of the beadwork an existing one edge 11o B bead work one round with 11o Cs of tubular-peyote stitch around the ring and step up (photo a-4).
            Step (5)
            Exiting 11o C bead work one round with 11o B s of tubular-peyote stitch around the ring and step up (photo a-5).
            Step (6)
            Exiting 11o B bead work one round with 11o A s of tubular-peyote stitch around the ring and step up (photo a-6).

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            Step (7)
            Next pick up 30mm open round component, and put on the beadwork, and holding the ring on the beadwork (photo a-7) work one round with 15o D s pulling tight so that the beadwork begins to come up around the ring (photo a-8).
            Step (8) Work two rounds with 15o D s, of tubular-peyote stitch around the ring and step up (photo a-9).
            Step (9) Start to decrease the width of a piece and work one round with 15o D s skipping fifth space without adding a bead, repeat around the ring (you will have a total of 29 beads around the ring), (photo a-10). Pull the thread firmly to narrow the gap between beads.
            Step (10) On the following round work a single 15o D bead above the decrease (you will have a total of 29 beads around the ring), (photo a-11).
            Step (11)
            Work two rounds with 15oD s of peyote and step up (photo a-12).
            Step (12)
            Start to decrease the width of a piece and work one round with 15o D s skipping third space without adding a bead, repeat around the ring (you will have a total of 19 beads around the ring), (photo a-13). Pull the thread firmly to narrow the gap between beads.

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            Step (13) Work two rounds of peyote with 15o Ds (photo a-14,15).
            Step (14) Next string one 10mm round coral bead and exit through the nineth opposite 15o D bead, weave the thread through the couple beads, sew the needle through the next tenth 15o D bead, sew the needle back through the 10mm coral bead and exit through the opposite 15o D bead at the other side (photo a-16).
            Step (15) Then weave the thread through the beads to the one edge 11o C bead. Work one round of peyote around the beaded circle edge with 11o Cs (photo a-17).
            Step (16)
            Next exiting one edge 11o C bead string one 15oE bead, ear-wire, one 15o E bead and sew through the next 11o C bead (photo a-18).
            Step (17)
            Weave the thread through the beadwork and exit through the opposite 11o B bead (opposite to 11o C bead where you added the ear-wire) at the back side of the earring. Then string two 15oD beads, sew the needle through the ear-wire, string two 15o D beads and exit through the next 11o B bead (photo a-19). Secure the thread tales in the beadwork with a few half-hitch knots and trim. Make the second earring.

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            I made this free beading pattern just to share with you my passion for the beaded jewelry. I hope to show you that it is easy to make your own jewelry.
            If you loved this free beading pattern and would like to learn and discover more of my creations, you can visit my Etsy shop.

            If you loved this free beading pattern and would like to learn and discover more of my creations, you can visit my Etsy shop.

            TUTORIAL: Ouroboros Beaded Hoop Earrings Beading Pattern

            Ouroboros is a symbol of eternal cyclic renewal or a cycle of life, death and rebirth.
            This is the ancient Egyptian symbol of which it is said: It slays, weds, and impregnates himself. It is man and woman, begetting and conceiving, devouring and giving birth, active and passive, above and below, at once. 
            As symbol of the origin and of the opposites in it the ouroboros the “Great Round” in which positive and negative, male and female, elements of consciousness, elements hostile to consciousness and unconscious elements are intermingled…


            This beading pattern is fun to make…learn how to make beaded circle from the herringbone rope and how to make the tiny serpent’s head. The seed beads I use: Delica #11, Toho #11 and Rocaille #15 size glass seed beads. And I’m using the simple tubular peyote and herringbone rope stitches.

            How To Make Sea Glass Necklace From Your Beach Walk Finds

            Do you have some gorgeous pieces of frosted sea glass, smoothly shaped beach stone or artistic driftwood and wondered how to turn them into prized pieces of jewelry? Or maybe just curious about how to make this type of jewelry. I would like to show you how to bring out the beauty of your beachcombing finds and turn them into stunning masterpieces of wearable adornments.

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            Over the years on my beach walks I have acquired a large collection of jewelry quality sea glass, driftwood, and shells. The sea glass gems I choose for my beachcomber necklaces must be already nicely shaped and free of any obvious flaws. Most important I don’t need to cut, shape, or alter the sea glass, the sea, sand and waves do the job.

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            When I have the idea for the necklace, I just go through all my sea glass collection and look for the shapes and color I need for my adornment. Sometimes it takes a long time to decide which pieces will go to my design…

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            Once that decision is made, the fun part of designing sea glass jewelry begins. When it comes to planning and creating, a lot of times it’s simply intuition …

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            My technique for making the beaded bezels and connecting the separate pieces are the even and add-count peyote, brick, and tubular peyote stitches. These are the very simple and easy bead weaving technique stitches.

            The Queen of the underworld beaded necklace is available
            here

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            I really love working with tiny Japanese glass seed beads and natural gemstone beads. I love the texture that tiny beads create. There are many different finishes, colors and shapes of glass seed beads, just by combining them in different color combinations makes each piece one of a kind.

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            I like to use the matte finished beads for the sea glass pieces. It just compliments so beautiful the frosted sea glass texture. And I use the gold finished beads as an accent. There is something about the look of frosted glass and the gleam of gold as well as the way it showcases the common light blue, green and translucent whites.

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            After choosing the couple main elements for the necklace and playing with them around little bit. I decide what kind of shape my necklace will be: simple pendant hanging from the leather cord, the choker style or a long-beaded necklace.

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            If you collect the beach gems, why not learn how to make your own jewelry to showcase your beautiful finds?

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            This “The Four Elements of Matter” beading tutorial shows how to use a very simple peyote stitch to create a stunning necklace. It has many tips for beading paths to combine the elements. You’ll be amazed by how much you can accomplish with just needles, thread and beads.

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            Discover a new world of creative possibilities with bead weaving technique! It’s fun and easy to make artsy and unique jewelry with beach find objects.

            EZARTESA Beading Tutorials.

            Free Beading Patterns with Instructions for Beginners | Ezartesa

            Free Beading Patterns with Instructions for Beginners by Ezartesa


            Bead weaving is my passion, and I am incredibly happy to share with you this free beading pattern of “Turquoise Beaded Circle drop dangle earrings”. It is easy project with basic stitches and is suitable for beginners.


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            Materials for a pair of earrings.

            • Nylon beading thread (conditioned with beeswax).
            • Beading needles #12.
            • Scissors.
            • 10mm Turquoise Swarovski Crystal Pearls, 2 pearls.
            • 3mm Turquoise Swarovski Crystal Pearls, 34 beads.
            • 3x3.2mm Pacific Opal Swarovski Crystals Rose Montees, silver-plated pewter, 10 beads.
            • 2.5mm round gold plated bead, 72 beads.
            • Component, Oh! Ring, rubber, light green, 1.5mm round with 0.5mm hole, 24 beads.
            • Component, Oh! Ring, rubber, light blue, 3mm round with 2mm hole, 34 beads.
            • Component, Oh! Ring, rubber, yellow, 3mm round with 2mm hole, 72 beads.
            • Component, antique brass-plated brass, 18mm open round with 16mm hole, 2 rings.
            • Japanese Cylinder, Delica Seed Beads
            approx. 0,5g size 11o A – opaque rainbow turquoise blue.
            approx. 0,5g size 11
            o B – light gold-plated beads
            Rocailles Seed Beads
            approx. 1g size 15
            o C – 24Kt gold plated.
            • Ear wire, gold plated stainless steel, 11mm fishhook with open loop.

            This is a step-by-step beading and jewelry making tutorial for beginners that will teach you how to make these beautiful, beaded circles drop dangle earrings. Learn how to use tiny glass seed beads to form the base around the metal rings and how embellish it with crystal pearls, metal beads and rubber rings.
            Step-by-step
            instruction

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            (1) On about 1yd. (.9m) of (ivory) thread, and leaving an 32in.(84cm) tail, make a two-bead ladder with 11o A color seed beads (photo a-1).
            • Then pick up 18mm open round, and those two 15o A beads, hold them outside the ring (photo a-2), go with the needle through the ring and exit up through the second bead (photo a-3).
            Make sure your needle and thread are going in the space between the ring and the beads.
            • Then pick up one 11o A and sew up through the second 11o A (photo a-4), then sew through the ring, and sew up through the last bead (photo a-5).
            • Repeat around the ring for a total of 35 11o A beads.
            (2) Then pull the thread (tail) out of first (stopper) bead (photo a-7). Secure the thread (tale) and sew through the ring and go up through the first bead (photo a-8) (the thread should go in the space between the ring and the bead). Then join first and last beads together (photo a-9).
            (3) Then pick up one 3mm light blue Component, Oh! Rubber Ring, one 3mm Swarovski turquoise crystal pearl, and sew back through the rubber ring and down through the next bead (photo a-10), come up through the next bead to the right (photo a-11). Repeat around the ring for a total of seventeen turquoise Swarovski pearls and rubber rings (photo a-12, a-13).

            (4) Then secure the other end of the thread and sew down through the next bead to the right. Pick up one 3mm yellow Component, Oh! Rubber Ring, one 2,5mm round gold platted bead, and sew back through the rubber ring and up through the next bead (photo a-14) and sew down through the next bead to the right (photo a-15). Repeat around the ring for a total of seventeen 2,5mm round gold platted beads, and rubber rings (photo a-16, a-17).

            (5) Then secure the thread tail and sew down through the next bead to the right (work at other side of ring). Pick up one 3mm yellow Component, Oh! Rubber Ring, one 2,5mm round gold platted bead, and sew back through the rubber ring and up through the next bead (photo a-18) and sew down through the next bead to the right. Repeat around the ring for a total of seventeen beads and rings.
            (6) Then sew up through the blue rubber ring and 3mm turquoise Swarovski crystal pearl (photo a-19), pick up one 15o C, and sew through the next 3mm turquoise pearl. Repeat around the ring for a total of sixteen 15o C s (photo a-20). and sew down through the next bead to the right. Repeat around the ring for a total of seventeen beads and rings.
            (7) Secure the other end (that exiting 11o A bead) of the thread and pick up two 11o B s (photo a-21), skip one 11o A, and sew down through the next 11o A. Then skip one 11o A and sew up through the next 11o A and 11o B that you just added (photo a-22).
            (8) Then pick up two 11o B s (photo a-23), and sew down through the one 11o B bead, come back up through the next (opposite) 11o B bead, and one 11o B that you just added. Then work thirteen pairs with 15o C s (photo a-24).



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            (9) After you added thirteen pairs of 15o C s (photo a-25), pick up one light green 1,5mm rubber ring, two 15o C s, one light green 1,5mm rubber ring and sew down through the one 15o C bead, come back sewing up through the next (opposite) 15o C bead, rubber ring, and 15o C that you just added (photo a-26). Repeat step (9) two more times (photo a-27, a-28).
            (10) Then pick up 11o B, tree 15o C s, ear-wire, three 15o C s, one 11o B, and sew through the opposite 15o C, and rubber ring (photo a-28).
            (11) Sew up through the opposite rubber ring, 15o C and one 11o B bead, pick up one Swarovski 3x3.2mm Pacific Opal montee, and sew diagonally through the one 15o C, ear-wire, 15o C (photo a-29). Then sew diagonally through the other end of Pacific Opal montee and exit through 11o B (photo a-30) (FIGURE 1).
            (12) Reinforce the Swarovski 3x3.2mm Pacific Opal montee by sewing through the opposite 11o B (photo a-31), sew diagonally through the montee, one 15o C, ear-wire, 15o C, then diagonally through the other end of Pacific Opal montee, and 11o B. Secure the thread in the beadwork and trim.
            (13) Then secure the threat (tail) and sew up through the 11o B (photo a-32), then sew down through the opposite 11o B, down 11o A, and pick-up tree light green rubber rings, two 15o C s, 10mm Swarovski pearl and one 15o C (photo a-33).
            (14) Sew back through the 10mm pearl two 15o Cs, pick up three light green rubber rings (photo a- 34) and turn the beadwork upside down, and sew through the 11o A bead, and go up through the 11o B (photo a-35).
            (15) Pick up one Swarovski 3x3.2mm Pacific Opal montee and sew diagonally through the yellow rubber ring (photo a-36), then sew back through the same hole of montee and up through 11o B (photo a-37). Sew through the opposite 11o B, other end of montee, and go diagonally through the other yellow rubber ring (photo a-38). Then sew back through the Swarovski 3x3.2mm Pacific Opal montee (photo a-39) and exit up through 11o B (photo a-39).

            (16) Exiting the 11o B, pick up one Swarovski 3x3.2mm Pacific Opal montee, and sew up diagonally through the third 15o C (photo a-40). Then sew through the opposite 15o C, the other end of Pacific Opal montee, and diagonally (skipping two15o Cs), through the 11o B (photo a-41).
            Repeat steps (15), (16) to the other side of earring.
            (17) Exiting the second 11o B, pick up one yellow rubber ring, one 2,5mm gold plated round, and sew back through the rubber ring, and exit up through the third 15o C (photo a-42). Then turn the beadwork upside down and sew down to the right through the opposite 15o C, pick up one yellow rubber ring, one 2,5mm gold plated round, and sew back through the rubber ring, and exit down through the 11o B (photo a-43).
            Secure the thread tail in the beadwork with half-hitch knots, and trim.
            Repeat to make a second earring.


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            I created these earrings in turquoise blue color palette, but you can mix and match different colors and materials to create the different look and feel of these earrings.
            Do not forget to search in my shop for more advanced beading patterns.
            © Ezartesa.

            Free Beading Patterns with Instructions | Ezartesa


            I love beading and making tutorials very much, and I cannot wait to share with you this free beading pattern of evil eye beaded drop dangle earrings. It is easy project and earrings are so much fun to wear!

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            This is the list of Materials for a pair of earrings.
            • Nylon beading thread (conditioned with beeswax).
            • Beading needles #12.
            • Scissors.
            • Preciosa twin roller, Czech pressed glass, opaque mustard yellow 9x3.5mm capsule with two holes, 2 beads.
            • Preciosa Czech Twin, two-hole seed bead 5x2.5mm opaque gold, 2 beads.
            • 2x1mm Hemalyke (manmade) antique gold, heishe beads, 12 beads.
            • 6mm Turquoise Swarovski Crystal Pearls, 2 pearls.
            • 3x3.2mm Pacific Opal Swarovski Crystals Rose Montees, silver plated pewter, 4 beads.
            • Miyuki, Half Tila beads, half-cut 5x2.3mm, Ceylon opaque antique ivory pearl, 4 beads.
            • 2mm Squared Round bead (gold plated brass), 2 beads.
            • Bugle bead, Miyuki, glass, opaque dark gold, (#457), 9x1.9mm tube, 20 beads.
            • 26x12mm Magnesite teardrop beads, 2 beads.
            • Japanese Cylinder, Delica Seed Beads
            approx. 0,5g size 11o A – Opaque glazed luster taupe
            approx. 0,5g size 11
            o B – 24Kt light gold plated
            • Rocailles Seed Beads
            • approx. 0,5g size 15o C – 24Kt gold plated
            • Ear-wire, gold-plated brass, 17mm lever-back with open loop.
            There I will guide you through this beading pattern with step-by-step instructions, detailed colorful pictures and diagrams.


            Evil Eye
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            • (1) On 1 yd. of conditioned thread, pick up one bugle bead, one Ivory color 5x2.3mm Miyuki Half Tila bead, two bugle beads (photo a-1). Leaving 8-in. tail, go back through the other hole of Half Tila bead, and pick up one bugle bead (photo a-2).
            • (2) Then sew back through the first bugle bead and go back through the last bugle bead that you just added (photo a-3).
            • (3) Sew back through the first bugle bead, Ivory color Half Tila, and bugle bead (photo a-4). Snug two bugle beads together (photo a-5): sew back through one bugle bead and exit through the other bugle bead.
            • (4) Then pick up one bugle bead, one Ivory Half Tila bead, two bugle beads, sew through the second hole of Half Tila bead, pick up bugle bead and sew through bugle bead, Half Tila bead and exit through the last bugle bead (photo a-6).
            • (5) Then fold the second bugle bead segment (just added grope of beads) on top of firs bugle bead segment and sew through second bugle segment firs bugle bead (photo a-7) and exit back through the next bugle bead.
            • (6) Sew through the first bugle segment one bugle bead, Half Tila bead and next bugle bead (photo a-8). Then go through the second segment one lower bugle bead and sew up through the next bugle and then come back through lower bugle bead (photo a-9).
            • (7) Sew through Half Tila bead, and pick up one 15o C, 6mm Turquoise Swarovski Crystal Pearland, 15o C, and sew through lower Half Tila bead (photo a-10). Pick up one 15o C, sew back through the Turquoise pearl, string one 15o C, and sew through upper Half Tila bead and bugle bead (photo a-11).
            • (8) Turn the beadwork upside down, sew through the upper bugle bead and Half Tila bead (photo a-12). Pick up one 15o C, and sew through 6mm Turquoise Swarovski Crystal Pearland, pick up 15oC (photo a-13), and sew through Half Tila bead, pick up 15oC, sew back through the Turquoise Pearl pick up 15oC and exit through the Half Tila bead and bugle bead (photo a-14).
            • (9) String one Swarovski Rose Montee in pacific opal color and sew diagonally through next bugle bead (photo a-15 a). Then sew through the upper bugle bead, go diagonally through Swarovski Rose Montee, and bugle bead (photo a-15 b) (photo a-16).
            • (10) Secure the 18-in tale and repeat the step (9) to another end. Secure the thread in the beadwork and trim.
            • (11) Pick up the working thread and string one 15o C, 2x1mm Hemalyke bead, 9x3.5mm Preciosa twin roller, Hemalyke, bugle bead, Hemalyke, Preciosa Czech 5x2.5 gold bead, two 15o C s, ear-wire, two 15o C s, go through the second hole of Preciosa bead, and string one Hemalyke, bugle bead, Hemalyke, then sew through the second hole of twin roller, string one Hemalyke, 15o C, and exit through the bugle bead, and come up through lower bugle bead (photo a-17).
            • (12) String one 15o C, and go through the Hemalyke heishe bead, and up through the all-bead combination from step 11 just at the end skip 15o C, and add one 15o C, exit through the bugle bead (photo a-18).
            • (13) Retrace the pathway from step 12 one more time, just this time start with Half Tila bead, and exit through Half Tila bead (photo a-19). Secure the thread in the beadwork and trim.
            For these beaded earrings free pattern, I am using simple circular peyote stitch.

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            Beaded Turquoise Drop
            • (1) On 1 yd. of thread, and leaving an 18-in tail, pick up four 15o C seed beads. Tie the beads into a ring using a square knot and sew through the first 15o C picked up (photo b-1).
            • (2) Working in circular peyote stitch, pick up a 15o C, and sew through the next 15o C (figure 1 a) (photo b-2). Repeat around the ring for a total of four stitches and step up.
            • (3) Working in peyote stitch, pick up a two 15o Cs, skip a 15o C on the ring, and sew through the next 15o C (figure 1 b) (photo b-3). Repeat around the ring for a total of four stitches. Step up through the first 15o C of the first pair picked up in this round.
            • (4) Pick up a 15o C and go through the second 15o C of the pair (figure 1 c) (photo b-4). Repeat around, inserting one 15o C in the middle of the pairs and one 15o C between each pair. Step up through the first added in this round.
            • (5) Secure the 18-in tale, string Magnesite teardrop, 2mm squared gold plated bead, and sew back through the Magnesite bead, exit through the middle of 15o C beadwork (photos b-5,6) (figure 2 a). Exit one 15o C (figure 2 b) and retrace the thread pathway one more time and come back through the middle of beadwork.
            • (6) Secure the thread at another end of beadwork (from step 3) and work two rounds of peyote with 15o C s around the teardrop, step up (photo b-7) (figure 1 d, e ) .
            • (7) Work one round of peyote changing between one 15o C, and one 11o B (photo b-8), (figure 1 f). Step up.
            • (8) Work one round of peyote with 11o B s. Step up.
            • (9) Work one round of peyote changing between two 15o C s per stich and one 11o B per stich (photo b-9). Step up through one 15o C of last two 15o C s.
            • (10) Work one round of peyote changing between one 15o C between pairs and two stitches with 11o B s around the drop (photo b-10).
            • (11) Work one round of peyote changing between two stitches with 15o C s and one stich with 11o A around the drop (photo b-11).
            • (12) Work one round of peyote changing between two stiches with 11o B s and one stitch with 15o C around the drop (photo b-12).
            • (13) Work one round of peyote changing between two stitches with 15o C s and one stich with 11o A around the drop (photo b-13).
            • (14) Work one round of peyote with 11o B s around the drop (photo b-14).
            • (15) Work one round of peyote changing between two stitches with 11o B s and one stich with 11o A around the drop (photo b-14).
            • (16) Repeat step (14). Secure the thread with a few half-hitch knots,
            • and trim.
            Attach the beaded drop to the eye.
            • (1) Secure the 18-in tail, exit one 15o C seed bead (figure 3 a), pick up two 15o C s and sew through the Half Tila bead first hole, then string two 15o C and sew through opposite 15o C bead in the same direction how you started with the first bead (photo b-15). Then pick up two 15o C s (figure 3 b) and sew through the other hole of Half Tila bead, string two 15o C s and exit through 15o C (the bead where you started this step) (photo b-16).
            • (2) Sew through the one 15o C (figure 3 c) then go up through the two 15o C s added in step (1), sew through the first hole of Half Tila bead, go through two 15o C s, and exit through the 15o C. Weave the thread through the beadwork to another side of beadwork and repeat (this time you will sew through the second hole of Half Tila bead. Secure the thread in the beadwork with a few half-hitch knots, and trim. Repeat to make a second earring.
            I decided to make this free beading pattern just to share with you my love for beaded jewelry. I hope to show you that it is easy to make your own jewelry and it is so much fun to wear it!
            If you enjoyed this free beading pattern and would like to learn and discover more of my designs, you can visit my Etsy shop.

            Beading Tutorials, Jewelry, Crystal Stones and Colors Based on Cancer Zodiac Sign

            Beading Tutorials, Jewelry, Crystal Stones and Colors Based on Cancer Zodiac Sign



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            Cancer is both peaceful and passionate. Deeply intuitive and sentimental, Cancer can be one of the most challenging zodiac signs to get know. You are very emotional and sensitive, and care deeply about matters of the family and home. Cancer is sympathetic and attached to people they keep close. Those born with their sun in Cancer are very loyal and able to empathize with other people’s pain and suffering.
            This is the list of some
            stones that are recommended for everyone who was born under this star sign.
            Ruby, moonstone, labradorite, rose quartz, smokey quartz, emerald, malachite, carnelian, Opal, Abalone shell, amber.
            Ruby stone provides strength, vitality, boosts self-esteem, it acts as a positive energy and a great support in handling relationships. Ruby stone helps protect its wearer from the evils in the world. It signifies Love and passion, while attracting good friends and good luck.
            I created fun and easy
            beading tutorial inspired by Cancer zodiac sign birthstones and colors. This “Sea Dragon Wrap Bracelet Tutorial” includes 14 color pages, with 133 color pictures and 4 diagrams.

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            Learn how to make beautifully beaded, detailed Dragon wrap bracelet. Bracelet is quite easy to put it on or take it off. I used simple tubular herring bone, brick stitch, circle and flat odd count peyote stitches. For this bracelet I used
            ruby Swarovski crystal bicones, seed bead Delicas in red, topaz, blue zircon, neon green and blue colors.
            In the art of the Feng Shui, Dragon represents fortune, luck, growth and development.
            There is a sense of mystery tied to Dragons…
            Labradorite Stimulates intuition and raises consciousness. Increases energy flow to all chakras, stabilizing your aura. Reduces anxiety & stress.

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            This gorgeous statement necklace is created by using natural Labradorite cabochons and beads, faceted Czech glass beads and tiny glass seed beads in green, grey, dark olivine, silver lined light green and blue.

            Moonstone the nurturing moon energy and vibrant water energy to the ground. It can also help develop and inspire your psychic intuition.
            Opal removes fear during the times you are doubting yourself and encourages personal power when you are feeling confident. It is another stone that enhances your intuition.

            This dragonfly pendant
            beading tutorial is quite easy to follow and has many clear colorful pictures. It is made of 11/0 and 15/0 seed beads using peyote, herringbone and square stitches. I have used Swarovski pearls for the body and opal beads for the eyes. It is a versatile design. You can try different color combination of beads to create your own style. It can be used for brooches, pendants, ornaments, charms and so on.
            Dragonflies are the keepers of the dreams, the energy within that sees all our true potential and ability. Dragonflies inspire spirituality and creativity; they help us on the path of discovery and enlightenment. They remind us that everything is possible. This material includes 8 color pages.

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            Purchase this pattern at my EzartesaJewelry Etsy shop.

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            Fun and gorgeous beaded green serpent wrap bracelet tutorial / pattern. Created from tiny glass seed beads, opal beads and Swarovski emerald crystals.
            Bracelet is comfortable and looks stunning on! Inspired by the one of the best-known Lithuanian fairy tales Eglė the Queen of Serpents.
            The serpents (žaltys) of the tale are grass snake in Lithuanian, but because they inhabit the sea, the word may mean a mythical water snake.
            This material includes 12 color pages, with 112 color pictures and 6 diagrams.
            Emerald helps dealing with stressful situations by boosting spiritual growth and effective communication with others. Emerald promotes emotional stability and peace, helping Cancer signs to balance their emotional state.
            This necklace is created from tiny Japanese glass seed beads, Malachite cabochons and beads, Swarovski crystals and Emerald beads.
            Amber stone has great qualities to heal the physical and emotional body and if negative comes from undesirable sources, it is especially useful to help you.

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            This Sunny Amber Bracelet is created from glass seed beads and large natural amber bead.
            I created this “Austėja the Queen of Bees” Bracelet from glass seed beads, Swarovski crystals and Czech
            amber color glass beads.
            Austėja is the Bee Goddess of Lithuania where the honeybee is a symbol of friendship. According to Baltic mythology she offers special protection to brides, pregnant women, and beekeepers too.
            Learn how to create honeycomb beads, clasp, and bees of different sizes from tiny glass seed beads and Swarovski crystals. This sunning beaded bracelet is perfect for the party time!

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            Purchase this pattern at my EzartesaJewelry Etsy shop.
            Cancers love to bring brightness and life to any situation, and the right color can give them the courage and confidence they need to face the world.
            Here are five colors that are best for the Cancer zodiac sign.

            1. Color for cancer zodiac sign: Seaweed Green. The color represents harmony and health, freshness, fertility, growth and the environment.
            2. Sea Glass Blue. This color represents truth, confidence, faith, coolness and intelligence.
            3. Sky Blue. The color represents ocean where the crabs live. Blue also offers direction and empathy.
            4. Sand-Brown. Brown is a stable and grounded color which means stability and orderliness.
            5. Whitish Gray. This color represents cleanliness, safety and successful beginnings. It is a diplomatic color. Light grays can carry some of the attributes of the color white.

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            This butterfly wrap bracelet beading pattern includes many color pictures and clear instructions to make a gorgeous bracelet. Purchase this pattern at my EzartesaJewelry Etsy shop.
            Your Zodiac sign can give you powerful insight into your past, present and future, but it is not an isolated system. Your body and mind form a complex matrix that responds to colors and crystals. The way you respond to color is usually very individual and is related to your own past experiences and your personality. I would suggest experimenting with colors and jewelry designs and try to understand what feels wright to you and your soul.

            Check out all my beading tutorials here

            Gemini Zodiac Sign Birthstones


            Gemini sees that you don’t care, they won’t either. They follow the rule of reciprocity. Show them love, friendship, effort and you shall receive it tenfold. Gemini are gifted in many areas and smarter than most, they will always make a way out of no way. They don’t settle just for anything.
            Gemini has a lot of patience and it takes a lot to make them angry, but when they boil over, they are like volcano! Watch out!
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            This is the list of some crystals that are recommended for everyone who was born under this star sign.
            Citrine, Botswana Agate, Clear Quartz, Alexandrite, Pearl, Chrysocolla, Tigers Eye, Aquamarine, Blue Lace Agate, Dalmatian stone.
            Botswana Agate a supportive stone that holds warmth energy, gently encouraging and engaging your creative spirit.
            Blue Lace Agate is a gentle, calming crystal. Wearing this stone helps to calm your mind and reduce stress and anxiety.
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            This gorgeous statement necklace is created by using natural Botswana Agate cabochons, Blue Lace Agate large beads, faceted Czech glass beads and tiny glass seed beads in dark smoke, blue lace, peach and black. Necklace is available at my Etsy Shop.

            I created fun and easy beading tutorial inspired by Gemini zodiac sign colors and birthstone - Alexandrite.
            Alexandrite is a symbol of luck and love. June birthstone.
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            The beading tutorial includes instructions to make a fun modern flower dangle earring.

            Purchase this pattern in my: EzartesaJewelry Etsy shop.

            Citrine a stone for finding your power and using your abilities to unlock your soul potential and attract prosperity.
            gemini-zodiac-sign-jewelry-blue-seaglass-beachstone-citrine-beaded-necklace This necklace is created from tiny glass seed beads, natural Citrine gemstone, Agate beads, Genuine blue sea glass and Swarovski crystals.

            Clear Quartz is the most powerful healing stone on earth. It energizes and activated your chakras. Helps us to see things more clearly.
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            The beading tutorial includes instructions to make a gorgeous pair of Clear Quartz point dangle earrings. Golden beaded cap is created from tiny glass seed beads #11 and #15 (rocaille).
            Purchase this pattern in my:
            EzartesaJewelry Etsy shop.

            Power Color: Neon Yellow. Wearing yellow and green bring luck and prosperity to Geminis.
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            Beaded friendship bracelet is created from tiny glass seed beads in neon green, yellow, blue.
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            This beading tutorials is inspired by Ancient Egypt pyramids.

            The beading pattern includes very clear instructions to make a gorgeous bracelet. Purchase this pattern at my:
            EzartesaJewelry Etsy shop.


            Aries Zodiac Sign Birthstones, Jewelry and Beading Tutorials

            Aries Zodiac Sign Birthstones, Jewelry and Beading Tutorials.
            aries zodiac sign constellation birthstones jewelry by ezartesa. Aries Zodiac Sign Birthstones, Jewelry and Beading Tutorials.
            Aries are free and independent thinkers who run a mile in a opposite direction if they sense that somebody is trying to infringe upon their freedoms. They are highly observant-nothing gets past them! Aries are playful, and fun is always on their mind. Even the most normal and boring day will turn thrilling with them. Aries does not talk about their problems, they fight them. Aries believe that anything is possible. They never put up emotional barriers and don’t have that "can’t be done" mentality.
            Aries best traits: intelligent, witty, loyal, committed, hard-workers, energetic and adventurous.
            This is the list of some crystals that are recommended for everyone who was born under this star sign.
            Diamond, Citrine, Bloodstone, Carnelian, Fire Agate, Amethyst, Blue Kyanite, Emerald, Aventurine, Aquamarine, Red Jasper.
            Color Choices: Shades of red, orange and blue.
            I designed gorgeous fun flower earrings beading tutorial inspired by Aries zodiac sign color palette.
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            aries zodiac sign jewelry tutorials fun flower beading tutorial. I designed gorgeous fun flower earrings beading tutorial inspired by Aries zodiac sign color palette.
            These beaded earrings are created from tiny glass seed beads in orange and deep purple colors. The red orange stone is a Cubic Zirconia in color of Carnelian.
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            Power Color: White and orange.
            Diamond is the “king” of all precious gems, symbol of purity and invincibility. Provides harmony and beauty in any confusing and uncertain situation bringing clarity and protecting from anything you don’t need. Diamonds have been known to attract inspiration, genius and abundance.
            aries zodiac sign birthstones jewelry and tutorials ezartesa. “Universe” hand beaded grey Druzy, Diamond, Moonstone, Swarovski crystal, pearl and tiny glass seed bead necklace.
            “Universe” hand beaded grey Druzy, Diamond, Moonstone, Swarovski crystal, pearl and tiny glass seed bead necklace.
            Diamond connects to universal power, clears aura and fills it with light. Powerful enough to drive away evil and bring good fortune.
            Red Jasper is known as the “supreme nurturer”. It protects against psychical danger, provides insight into difficult situations, brings problems to light before they become super big.
            aries zodiac sign birthstones jewelry with red jasper. Red Jasper is known as the “supreme nurturer”. It protects against psychical danger, provides insight into difficult situations, brings problems to light before they become super big.
            “Flower Power” hand beaded Red Jasper and Turquoise seed bead belt.
            aries zodiac sign birthstones picture jasper crazy lace agate necklace. This necklace is created from tiny glass seed beads in colors of orange, yellow, cream, brown and black. Necklace pendant is made from Picture Jasper and Crazy Lace Agate stones.
            This necklace is created from tiny glass seed beads in colors of orange, yellow, cream, brown and black. Necklace pendant is made from Picture Jasper and Crazy Lace Agate stones.
            Citrine is the gemstone of light, happiness and abundance. It is the most powerful gemstone for manifestation, helping you to achieve your goals. Creates clear thinking, increases creativity and imagination. It also encourages generosity and the sharing of good fortune. Citrine protects the aura and cleans the chakras.
            Blue Kyanite stimulates intuition and spirituality. It encourages you to speak the truth, cutting through fears and blockages. Kyanite provides truth and insight for difficult situations while it’s calming properties ready the mind for meditation.
            aries zodiac sign birthstones jewelry tutorials kyanite. This hand beaded necklace is created from tiny glass seed beads, natural feathers, beach stone, leather, sea shell heishi and Blue Kyanite beads.
            This hand beaded necklace is created from tiny glass seed beads, natural feathers, beach stone, leather, sea shell heishi and Blue Kyanite beads.
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            How to make adjustable sliding clasp for necklace

            How to make adjustable sliding clasp for necklace



            I am showing to you how to make adjustable sliding clasp for beaded necklace with cotton cord strap. For this tutorial you will need to know simple even-count peyote stitch technique.
            how to make adjustable beaded sliding clasp for necklace. © Ezartesa design https://ezartesa.com
            how to make adjustable sliding clasp for necklace. © Ezartesa design https://ezartesa.com
            Step 1: On 28” of thread, and leaving 6” tail work in flat, even-count peyote stitch to make one strip of 10 beads wide ant 16 rows tall (one 11oE, eight 11oA, one 11o E) (photo a-1). Secure the 6” tail thread in beadwork with a few half-hitch knots between beads, and trim.

            Step 2:
            Cut a 2” long peace of cotton cord (photo a-1). Wrap it around the necklace strap. Then pick up a finished strip and wrap it around 2” folded cord (photo a-2). Zip up the first and last rows together, retrace the thread path a few times, and with the sharp needle sew through the middle of beaded strip and two cotton cords (photo a-3), weave through the couple beads and repeat one more time. Secure the working thread in the beadwork and trim.

            Step 3: On 14” of thread and leaving 5” tail work in flat, even-count peyote stitch with 11oAs to make a strip of 6 beads wide ant 16 rows tall (photo a-4). Secure the 5” tail thread in beadwork with a few half-hitch knots between beads, and trim.
            Step 4: Wrap finished strip around the necklace strap (photo a-5), zip up the first and last rows together (photo a-5). Retrace the thread path a few times, secure the tail in beadwork with a few half-hitch knots between beads, and trim. This last strip should slide, be careful not to sew through the cotton cord.
            native american seed bead tassel necklace tutorial. © Ezartesa design https://ezartesa.com
            If you would like to learn how to make this bohemian, ethnic inspired beaded seed bead necklace press here.
            © Ezartesa design.

            Pisces Zodiac Sign Birthstones, Jewelry and Beading Tutorials

            Pisces Zodiac Sign Birthstones, Jewelry and Beading Tutorials.
            Pisces truly has the most generous and compassionate soul. Tends to be emotionally involved in anything they do. They are honest, unselfish and have a quiet disposition. The Pisces is a master at creating things. They can take something and make it into a masterpiece.
            Pisces truly has the most generous and compassionate soul. Tends to be emotionally involved in anything they do. pisces-zodiac-sign-canselation-birthstones-colors-tutorials-ezartesa
            This is the list of some crystals that are recommended for everyone who was born under this star sign.
            Aquamarine, Amethyst, Lapis lazuli, Moonstone, Blue lace agate, Bloodstone, Ocean Jasper, Jade, Labradorite, Rose quartz.
            Aquamarine is a symbol of honesty, loyalty, and beauty. Promotes good health as it’s thought to help cure heart, stomach and liver disease. It’s calming, soothing and cleansing stone.
            I designed gorgeous beaded half hoop earrings
            beading tutorial with Pisces birthstone aquamarine beads and tiny silver glass seed beads.
            I designed gorgeous beaded half hoop earrings beading tutorial with Pisces birthstone aquamarine beads and tiny silver glass seed beads. pisces-zodiac-sign-birthstone-half-hoop-bedazzeled-aquamarine-crystal-beaded-earrings-tutorial
            Create your own beaded half hoop earrings inspired by Pisces zodiac sign colors and birthstones. Beading pattern is available there.
            Amethyst - protection, purification and spirituality.
            spirituality. amethyst-sea-glass-beaded-necklace-beach-driftwood
            Moonstone - stimulates creativity, helps you through personal changes and brings you in harmony.
            Moonstone - stimulates creativity, helps you through personal changes and brings you in harmony. pisces-zodiac-sign-gemstones-jewelry-druzy-moonstone-labradorite-gemstone-necklace
            This necklace is hand beaded from tiny glass seed beads in dark and light gray, silver, smoke and Ceylon white color. I used gorgeous big piece of grey Druzy as a base and embellished it with natural Labradorite and Moonstone beads. Buy now this beaded necklace from my etsy shop.
            Blue lace agate is a gentle, calming crystal. It brings feelings of tranquility, to alleviate anger and tension. It helps to stimulate communication, and expression of one’s self.
            Blue lace agate is a gentle, calming crystal. It brings feelings of tranquility, to alleviate anger and tension. It helps to stimulate communication, and expression of one’s self. pisces-zodiac-sign-gemstone-blue-lace-agate-beaded-necklace-ezartesa
            Pisces colors of choice are soft sea palette with lots of greens and blues, turquoise blue and deep lapis lazuli blue. Power color: purple.
            I created gorgeous, deep blue color beaded flower stud earrings pattern. This fun
            beading tutorial is created for intermediate bead weavers. Make these adorable flower earrings for yourself or as a gift for somebody born under Pisces star sign.
            I created gorgeous, deep blue color beaded flower stud earrings pattern. This fun beading tutorial is created for intermediate bead weavers. Make these adorable flower earrings for yourself or as a gift for somebody born under Pisces star sign. beaded-seed-bead-flower-studs-earrings-tutorial-ezartesa
            You can change little bit these earrings…put in the middle of beaded flower gorgeous green or blue color bead instead of red.
            Tu buy instant download beaded seed bead flower
            stud earrings tutorial press there.

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            Aquarius Zodiac Sign Birthstones, Jewelry and Beading Tutorials

            Aquarius Zodiac Sign Birthstones, Jewelry and Beading Tutorials

            Aquarius Zodiac Sign Birthstones, Jewelry and Beading Tutorials.
            Aquarians are the thinkers. They’re always anticipating, always coming up with a new idea, always reconnecting. They like to stir things up from time to time and to be two steps ahead. Aquarius individuals are always selfless and humane and love to have people around them.
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            This is the list of some crystals that are recommended for everyone who was born under this star sign.
            Amethyst, Labradorite, Aquamarine, Turquoise, Jade, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Dalmatian Jasper, Rainbow Obsidian, White Noble Opal.
            Amethyst is a powerful stone known to have strong cleansing and healing power. Soothing, calming to the mind and is believed to inspire and increase spirituality. It rids your home and body of negative energy while attracting positive energy. Wearing this birthstone during the month of February may strengthen relationships and provide courage when is needed.
            I created fun and easy beading tutorial inspired by Aquarius zodiac sign birthstones and colors.
            The beading tutorial includes instructions to make a fun pattern beaded bead and teardrops dangle earrings. Amethyst teardrop beaded cap is created from tiny glass seed beads #11 and #15 (rocaille).
            fun pattern beaded bead teardrop dangle earrings tutorial ezartesa
            Purchase this pattern in my: EzartesaJewelry Etsy shop.
            Labradorite helps to awaken its wearer’s inherent magical and physic ability. It’s the stone of transformation. Protector from negativity, stimulates coincidence and synchronicity.
            Labradorite gemstone beaded necklace aquarius zodiac sign gemstone © Ezartesa design https://ezartesa.com
            This gorgeous statement necklace is created by using natural Labradorite cabochons and beads, faceted Czech glass beads and tiny glass seed beads in green, grey, dark olivine, silver lined light green and blue.

            White Noble Opal is a stone of inspiration which enhances imagination and creativity. It’s good for bestowing beauty, power and for financial prosperity.
            white opal beaded necklace aquarius birth stone jewelry
            This necklace is created from tiny glass seed beads, manmade white opal cabochons and Swarovski crystals.

            Turquoise
            is known as a truth stone. Highly protective against negativity and psychic attach. This crystal can transcend the wearer beyond the physical realm and connect with the physical and spiritual worlds.
            turquoise crush beaded necklace. Jewelry designer © Ezartesa
            This turquoise statement necklace is created from gorgeous turquoise cabochons and beads, lovely lemon color Chrysoprase cabochons and Rainbow Obsidian big round beads.
            You can purchase this stunning “Turquoise Crush”
            beaded necklace there.
            Lapis Lazuli is believed to embody inner truth. Is said to promote self-awareness and enhance creativity.
            Lapis Lazuli brings spiritual love and is also known for enhancing love and fidelity within marriage.
            Lapis lazuli gemstone bracelet aquarius sign stones © Ezartesa.
            This bracelet is hand beaded from small Japanese glass seed beads, Lapis Lazuli Cabochons, brown goldstone cabochons and beads.
            Please check my
            Free beading tutorial
            Capricorn zodiac sign beading tutorial

            Happy beading!
            Ezartesa.

            FREE Beading Tutorials

            FREE Beading Tutorials

            I created a fun and easy beading tutorial for advanced weavers and determined beginners. Learn how to incorporate in your beadwork Swarovski crystal rose montees, mini rounds and open round rings.
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            Materials for a pair of earrings.
            • In this beading tutorial I’m using size D Nylon thread in reed color (conditioned with beeswax).
            • Beading needles #12.
            • Scissors.
            • Bead, Swarovski® crystals, Crystal Passions® amethyst, 6mm faceted mini round (5052), 2 beads.
            • Bead, Swarovski® crystals, Crystals, amethyst, 2mm faceted round with 0.6mm hole, 18 beads.
            • Component, antique brass-plated brass, 9mm open round with 7mm hole, 2beads.
            • Swarovski crystals and silver-plated pewter, scarlet, 3-3.2mm rose montees with 0.4-0.6mm hole, 2 beads.
            • Japanese Cylinder, Delica Seed Beads
            approx. 0,5g size 11o A – opaque color-lined green/maroon.
            Rocailles Seed Beads
            approx. 0,5g size 15o B – transparent color-lined fancy rose gold.
            approx. 0.5g size 15
            o C – Transparent color-lined rainbow purple.
            approx. 0.5g size 15
            o D – Translucent gold luster cranberry.
            approx. 0.5g size 15
            o E – 24Kt gold plated.
            • Ear wire 13.5mm fishhook with open loop.
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            • On about 1yd of (red) thread, and leaving an 18in tail string one 11o A color seed bead,
            pick up 9mm open round and sew the needle through the ring and exit up through the same end of 11o B bead (photo a-1). Work around till you have a total of eighteen 11o A color seed beads around the ring (photo a-2, 3, 4, 5).
            • Connect two last beads by sewing the needle down through the next 11o A bead (photo a-5) and come up through the bead where you started.
            • Sew the needle down through the next 11o A and string 6mm mini round (photo a-6) sew down through the opposite 11o A bead (at the other end of the ring), turn the beadwork up side down, sew the needle to the left through the next 11o A bead, go through the 6mm mini round bead and exit through the opposite 11o A bead (at the other end of the ring) (photo a-7).
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            • Sew the needle down to the left through the one 11o A bead, pick up one 2mm amethyst Swarovski round bead and sew up through the next 11o A bead (photo a-8), then string two 15o D beads and sew down through the next 11o A bead (photo a-9). Work around the ring till you have a total of nine 2mm beads and nine 15o D pairs (photo a-10).
            • Then exiting one 2mm amethyst bead string one 15o B bead and sew through the next 2mm bead (photo a-11). Work around the ring till you have a total of nine 15oB beads (photo a-12).
            • Secure the thread at the other end of the beadwork, sew the needle down through the 11o A bead, string one 15o C bead and come up through the next 11o A (photo a-13). Repeat around the ring.
            • Then exiting last 15o C string one 11o A bead, sew through the next 15o C and work around the ring till you have a total of nine beads (photo a-14,15) and sew the needle through the all nine beads two times (photo a-16).
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            • Secure the thread at the other end of beadwork and exit 11o A and 15o D at the top of earring (photo a-17), string two 15o Bs and sew down through the next 15o D, come up to the right through the 15o D and 15o B beads. Work three more 15o B pairs (photo a-18, 19).
            • Secure the thread at the other end of beadwork and exiting 15o D bead (photo a-20,21) work one 15o E bead between the pairs, and then two 15o B s…repeat around the ring. Then secure the thread in the beadwork and trim.
            • Secure the thread that exits 15o B bead and string two 15o Es, ear-wire, two 15o Es sew down through the 15o B and come up through the next 15o B and 15o D beads (photo a-22).
            • Then sew the needle up through the 15o E, ear-wire, down through the two 15o Es and 15o B bead, string 15o B, 15o E, 15o B skip one bead and sew the needle through the 15o B (photo a-23), come up through the next 15o B, and repeat to the other side (FIGURE 1).
            • Weave the thread up through the two 15o Es, ear-wire, two 15o Es, one 15o B and string the Swarovski rose montee, skip two beads, and sew diagonally through the one 15o B, come up through the next 15oB, sew diagonally through the Swarovski montee and exit through the opposite 15o E bead (photo a-24, 25) (FIGURE 1). Secure the thread in the beadwork and trim. Repeat to make a second earring.
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            To sea more beading tutorials and patterns go to my beading tutorials page.


            All text and photos copyright by jewelry designer Ezartesa.

            Capricorn Zodiac Sign Birthstones, Jewelry and Beading Tutorials

            Capricorns are very ambitious people, they always have something they are pursuing, and they want their lives to be fulfilled and important.

            Capricorn Zodiac Sign Birthstones, Jewelry and Beading Tutorials at ezartesa.com
            This is the list of some crystals that are recommended for everyone who was born under this star sign.
            Garnet, Ruby, Black Onyx, Smoky Quartz, Jet, Amethyst, Blue Lace Agate.

            Garnet stone represents faith, love and constancy. Creates good vibrations and is often used in Capricorn birthstone jewelry, as it is a strong stone to create loving relationships. Garnet crystal is the birthstone in most ancient calendars for January, in which month Capricorn people are born.
            This gorgeous statement necklace is created by using natural, excellent clarity Garnet cabochons and beads, You can buy this stunning “Purple Love” Necklace there.
            This gorgeous statement necklace is created by using natural, excellent clarity Garnet cabochons and beads, faceted Rhodolite Garnet beads and tiny glass seed beads in purple, lilac, dark purple, fuchsia, wine, gold luster cranberry, lavender and amethyst.
            You can buy this stunning “Purple Love”
            Necklace there.

            Beaded Garnet gemstone statement bracelet.
            Beaded Garnet gemstone statement bracelet.

            Ruby stone provides strength, vitality, boosts self-esteem, it acts as a positive energy and a great support in handling relationships.

            Black Onyx stone keeps the person grounded, giving him better control of himself as he goes about realizing his ambitions.


            I created gorgeous and easy
            beading tutorial inspired by Capricorn zodiac sign birthstones and colors. The beaded cap teardrop earrings tutorial is created for an advanced beginning bead weaver.

             beading tutorial inspired by Capricorn zodiac sign birthstones and colors.
            The pattern includes instructions to make the beaded cap for top drilled teardrops that you can use for earrings or pendants. Beaded cap is created from tiny glass seed beads #15 (rocaille), Swarovski crystal round beads and rose montees. Beading Tutorial includes 4 color pages with 41 color pictures.
            Purchase this pattern in my: EzartesaJewelry Etsy shop.