Major Price Drop on our Crystal Motif Collection

We have a stunning collection of crystal motifs that can be used to embellish clothing, costumes and uniforms.  They can also be incorporated into jewelry designs or worn as a brooch.
You’ll be shocked at the markdown from previous years and our selection is bigger than ever.

There are six unique shapes in nine colors.
 Crystal AB Gold
Fuchsia AB Gold
Amethyst AB Gold
 Topaz AB Gold
Green AB Gold
Blue AB Gold
Red AB Gold
Purple AB Gold
Yellow AB Gold

Sewn bracelet made with PRECIOSA Candy Rose

Project PDF

We have prepared an attractive bracelet for you in pastel shades and made with the new PRECIOSA Candy Rose bead in combination with PRECIOSA Solo™.

We have modified the smooth shape of PRECIOSA Candy™ and created an embossed surface with a stylised rose, as the name suggests.

PDF linked here.


Design: Helena Chmelíková

Ginkgo Leaf Bead Also Known as Ginko

Introducing the Ginkgo Leaf Bead.
It is a two-hole bead.
7.54 x 3.50 x 7.35mm
Manufactured by the same company that created the SuperDuo!
The Ginkgo Leaf Bead will be on our website shortly. We wanted to give our customers a few days notice as you plan out your next order.
There are 42 wonderful colors to look forward to!
The fan shape is distinctive and fresh.
Often misspelled Ginko, this beautiful leaf deserves its day in the sun!
Inspired by the natural curves of the ginkgo leaf, the Ginkgo Leaf Bead provides an elegant shape for your beaded designs. The Ginkgo has two parallel holes that make the beads fit together perfectly side by side and also pairs well with other bead shapes.
We can’t wait to see what designers create with it and look forward to seeing the Ginkgo Leaf bead being incorporated with other beads.
This is the first example of many!  We’ll have a step by step to share with you in a day or two.

Sweet Heart Pendant Free Project PDF

Step by Step Instructions for the Sweet Heart Pendant are in a PDF format.  Click on image above to see the full project.

Techniques: Basic bead weaving knowledge, PRAW (prismatic right angle weave), Circular Peyote, Peyote

Design & Pattern by Debra Schwartz for John Bead Corp.

New Swarovski Crystal Electric LacquerPRO

The neon-like palette of the Crystal Electric LacquerPRO Family delivers a high-voltage sparkle like no other.
The inspiration comes from an exuberant tropical spectrum- a heightened sense of color that transforms the performer into a vibrant bird of paradise. It’s a strategy focused on ensuring that the dancer captures-and holds-an audience from the second they step into the spotlight. The aim is to drench the senses in color, exuberant prints, densely encrusted crystals, and materials that move. The result is phenomenal tactile designs.
The designs are mesmerizing. They bridge the gap between stage and judging panel with myriad new creative possibilities, enhancing a costume’s competitive advantage.
The John Bead collection linked here.

 

GoodFelt – A New Beading Foundation!

We are very excited to announce a new beading foundation. We called it GoodFelt, but after you see what designers created using it, you might want to rename it Great Felt!
Bookmark this page to see all the designer samples! (11 of 12 posted)

Anne Marie Desaulniers sent us this spectacular beaded pendant with some of the best french knots we’ve ever seen!