One of our talented GoodyBeads designers, So Vang, has her first necklace featured in Jewelry Stringing Magazine, Winter 2017. Not only was the Enchanted Bib accepted for the magazine, it made the front cover!
Inside the magazine you can see a full page spread of the necklace and the details that went into making the necklace. Instructions are also provided.
Snag your copy of Jewelry Stringing Magazine today at your nearest bookstore and see the instructions on how to create this on-trend piece/design. All components can be found here at GoodyBeads!
Q&A for So Vang
What inspired you to make this necklace design?
My inspiration came from my own cultural upbringing. As a Hmong American, there is an artistry in the silversmithing of Hmong jewelry. This is why I was drawn to the antique silver-plated oval chain. Its beautifully-etched design reflects the cultural inspiration and makes up the focal base to this necklace.
Hmong Lock Necklace source: http://www.trocadero.com/stores/ethnic/items/863248/Hmong-Ethnic-Minority-Pure-Silver-Lock-Necklace
Why a bib style necklace?
The bib style is on-trend right now. The design look daunting to make, but I found my pattern to be a lot of repetitive beading, so once you get the rhythm, it’s really just putting it all together.
Plus, as bonus news, So Vang will be teaching at the Bead and Button Show in Milwaukee coming this June 2017. Check out the three classes she is teaching and sign up today!
Where can I purchase the winter 2017 Jewelry stringing magazine?
You can ask your local craft store or book store, like at Barnes and Noble.
I would also like to know where I can purchase the winter jewelry stringing magazine. KKrupa50@yahoo.com
If you are in the United States, you can pick up a copy at your local bookstore like Barnes and Noble. You can also order online from Interweave, whom produces the magazine. All materials can be found at GoodyBeads.com
I have not done any stringing for several years as I am now doing bead weaving, which I find more challenging. But I will be buying this issue of Jewelry Stringing just for this necklace! It is absolutely beautiful & may even get me back into stringing, although I will continue with the bead weaving. Thank you for sharing your talent..
I can’t find the metal beads on goodybeads.com. Please help!!
Hello Emma. You are looking for the corrugated silver beads? Z001371.