The DIY Lavendar Garden Loomed Bracelet comes from our friends at TierraCast. This bracelet uses a bead loom and one of their newest products, The Stitch-In Link Connector.

Items you’ll need for Loomed Bracelet:

• Size 8 Miyuki Round Seed Beads:
  SB04122 – Color A (8-641/9641)
  SB04123 – Color B (8-4249/94249)
  SB04124 – Color C (8-4455/94455)
• TC00901 – Brass Oxide Apple Blossom Button
• TC02847 (2) – Brass Oxide Stitch-In Connector Link
• TC02821 (3) – Brass Oxide Hammertone Rondelle Beads
• A022077 – 2mm Blue Round Leather Cord
• TC02561 – Brass Oxide Butterfly Link (optional charm)
• TC00708 (2) – Brass Oxide Oval Jump Ring
• Z017719 – Light Khaki Boho One-G Nylon Thread
• Tools:
  TL00354 – Loom Needles
  TL00114 – Rick’s Beading Loom or your bead loom of choice
  Checkout previous tutorial using the Rick’s Beading Loom.
• Chain Nose Pliers

Directions courtesy of TierraCast.com:

1. Loom Set-up: String 10 warp threads onto your loom, per loom manual instructions.
2. Row 1: Begin your weft thread with plenty of length, at least 36” to 40”, and anchor per your loom instructions, then string nine color C beads and complete Row 1. Most looms complete rows by bringing all nine beads, strung along the thread, under the warp threads, aligning them between each of the warps, and then bringing the needle back through the beads in the opposite direction, making sure to keep the needle above the warp threads.
3. Row 2: string one Color B, seven Color C, and one Color B. Stitch back through the beads in the opposite direction, making sure to keep the needle above the warp threads.
4. Row 3: String two B, two C, then string one stitch-in through the first hole, ensuring the top loop is facing up, so that it will sit on top of the work when loomed in. (Fig 1) Bring the beads and button stitch in under the warps and align them between the warp threads. (Fig 2) Then string two C and two B and align the beads between the warp threads. Stitch back through all beads and the stitch-in above the warps in the same way you would complete a regular loomed row.
5. Row 4: String three B, one C, then bring your thread under the warp threads and pass the needle through the stitch-in’s middle hole (Fig 3). String one C and three B. Align the beads between the warps and complete the row with the thread passing back through all beads and the stitch in above the warp threads.
6. Row 5: Repeat Step 5, but with four B, then stitch through the top hole of the button stitch-in (Fig 4). String four B and complete the row. (Fig 5)
7. The rest of the pattern is loomed normally, following the Loom Pattern. Download a pdf of the bead chart and pattern here.
8. When you reach row 50, string one B, three C, the first hole of the second stitch-in connector, three C, and one B. Complete the row with the thread passing back above the warp threads through all beads and the stitch-in.
9. Row 51. String two B, two C then bring your thread under the warps and pass through the center hole of the stitch-in, string two C and two B. Complete the row with the thread passing back above the warp threads through all beads and the stitch-in.
10. Row 52. String three B, one C, then bring your thread under the warps and pass through the last hole of the stitch-in, then string one C and three B. Complete the row with the thread passing back above the warp threads through all beads and the stitch-in.
11. Finish the remaining rows 53-55 as normal, then remove from the loom and weave in warp threads per your loom manual’s instructions.
12. Using chain nose pliers, open a jump ring and attach the apple blossom button to the stitch-in loop over row 4. Close jump ring.
13. Cut a 10” length of 2mm leather cord. String the cord through the loop of the button stitch-in over row 52. Center cord in loop.
14. Tie an overhand knot with both strands of the leather. *Measure from the knot along the cord approx. 17mm (a little over half an inch) and then tie another overhand knot with both strands. Tighten. * Repeat from * to create a second button loop for an adjustable closure. Trim leather and use a small amount of glue to secure the knots.
15. Optional: Open one jump ring and attach to cord at the loop of the stitch-in connector. Before closing string on charm. Close jump ring.

(Check out TierraCast page for image reference.)

Let’s take out some Delica seed beads and make this fun colorblock necklace with Griffin silk cord.

What you’ll need for necklace:

• 11/0 Delica Seed Beads – Use a variety of colors!
  Items used in necklace: SB00141, SB02339, SB00229, SB00259
• Size 4 Silk Cord – Make sure it is a No. 4 size
  Item used in necklace: A006574

Get all the components for this project here

Directions:

1. Unravel silk cord from its card and straighten out the cord with water. (Check out Blog as an example HERE)
2. Make a knot at the end of the silk cord.
3. Slide on 4 delicas and make another knot, close to the last delica.
4. Slide on a delica bead. (This will act as your slider piece at the end).
5. Slide on 1.5 – 2 inches of 1st delica beads.
6. Alternate the 1st and 2nd delicas 5-6 times.
7. Slide on 1.5 – 2 inches of 2nd delica beads.
8. Alternate the 2nd and 3rd delicas 5-6 times.
9. Slide on 1.5 – 2 inches of 3rd delica beads.
10. Alternate the 3rd and 4th delicas 5-6 times.
11. Slide on 1.5 – 2 inches of 4th delica beads.
12. Alternate the 3rd and 4th delicas 5-6 times.
13. Slide on 1.5 – 2 inches of 3rd delica beads.
14. Alternate the 2nd and 3rd delicas 5-6 times.
15. Slide on 1.5 – 2 inches of 2nd delica beads.
16. Alternate the 1st and 2nd delicas 5-6 times.
17. Slide on 1.5 – 2 inches of 1st delica beads.
18. slide needle through delica you added in step 4. You’re going to make a loop, so feed needle through the side that has the silk cord end.
19. Put necklace on to determine the length you would like your necklace. Necklace in sample is 38″ long. It can be adjusted to be shorter too.
20. Make a knot at the other cord end. Slide on 4 delicas and make another knot close to the last delica. Cut off excess silk cord.

Today’s tutorial for the Jagged Dagger Bracelet happens to come with a FREE pattern tutorial. This bracelet consists of 6mm two-hole Czech bar beads, mini daggers and 11/0 round seed beads, stitched along with Cymbal Alona Bead Ending components!

Items used in bracelet example:

• SB03958 – 6mm Luster Opaque Amethyst Czech Bar
  Try other 6mm Czech Bars
• SB03922 – Metallic Suede Pink Mini Dagger Czech Beads
  Try other Mini Daggers
• SB00422 – 11/0 Galvanized Silver Seed Bead
• Z011500 – 4mm Silver Plated Jump Ring
• Y005033 – 6mm Silver Plated Closed Ring
• Z008793 – Cymbal Alona Silver Plated Bead Ending
• Z001124 – 12mm Silver Plated Lobster Claw
• A006587 – 6lb Crystal Fireline Thread
• A006767 – Needle

——- CLICK for FREE Downloadable Pattern Tutorial ——-

Following our very popular Column Beads, a brand new item in the last two months, why not make a matching pair of beadable jewelry with this Beadable Bangle with Miyuki Delica Mix!

What you’ll need:

• 11/0 Miyuki Delica Mix
• Z001459/Z001462– Beadable Bangle with Twist Off Bezel
• A006587 – 6lb Fireline Thread
• A015211 – Needle
  AND
• Step-by-Step Pattern Tutorial for DIY Bezel Bangle

Items used in Robin’s Nest Bezel Bangle: SB03806, Z001459, A006587 & A015211.

Looking for an easy weekend project? Why not get into a super simple peyote stitch pattern and make it into an adjustable bracelet! We’re using size 11/0 Delica seed beads, making an odd-stitch peyote stitch pattern. Make a simple wrap bracelet with one color delica or multiple, you choose! Get the FREE downloadable PDF tutorial for the Delicate Delica Adjustable Bracelet HERE!

If you’re not a fan of an adjustable bracelet, you can also alter it with a lobster clasp and jump ring. Or even make a multi-wrap bracelet

What you’ll need:

• 11/0 Delica Seed Beads
• A006587 – 6lb Crystal Fireline
• A006768 – Needle
  AND
• Downloadable PDF PATTERN TUTORIAL for Delicate Delica Bracelet

Items used in TOP bracelet sample: SB00269, SB03777, Z012178, A006587 & A006768.

Items used in BOTTOM bracelet sample: SB00269, SB00250, Z012178, A006587 & A006768.

Today’s project is perfect for Summer because it’s delicate and minimalistic; the right kind of jewelry to not outshine your summer style! Made with only two products, Griffin silk cord (No. 4 cord) and Miyuki 11/0 Delica mix, this project is easy to make for a lazy summer day.

What you’ll need:

• Griffin silk cord (No. 4 cord) – Item used in necklace A006569
• Miyuki 11/0 Delica mix – Item used in necklace SB03797

Tools needed:

• Thin tipped, needle nose pliers
• OR you can use thin tweezers to make the knots.

Get all the components for this project here

Directions:

1. Unravel your Griffin cord and straighten/smooth the strands to remove kink. (Refer to Silk Cord Blog)
2. Make a knot at the end of your silk cord, leaving a 1/4 tail. Sew on 4 delica seed beads.
3. Make a knot 4 inches from the first knot you made. Sew on 8 delicas and make another knot close to the end of your delicas.
4. Make a knot about 1/2″ from the previous knot. Sew on 8 delicas and make another knot close to the end of your delicas.
5. Repeat step 4 until you have about 5-6 inches left of your Griffin cord.
6. Sew through the last delica that you added in the beginning (Step 2). this will act as your slider and create your necklace loop. Pick 3 more delicas and make a knot at the end of your Griffin cord, 1/4″ from to the needle. Cut off needle.

You can wear this wrapped around your necklace two times or wear it as a wrap-around bracelet, using the slider piece to adjust.

You can also shorten the pattern to alter the length of your necklace.

A crowd favorite are these Beaded Fringe Flare Earring by our in-house designer, Heidi. They’re so easy to make that she even made 2 different color ways and planning for more!

What you’ll need for fringe earrings:

• 3 Inch Headpin – A019679
• Size 8/0 Miyuki Round Seed Beads
• 30mm Hoop Frame – Z017105
• Earring Findings

Cream Silver Beaded Fringe Earrings

Get all the components for this project here

Directions:

1. On a headpin, slide on the following beads and make a simple loop. Make TWO dangles of each set of beads:
   A: silver, 5 cream, 5 silver, 6 cream, 5 silver.
   B: silver, 6 cream, 5 silver, 7 cream, 6 silver.
   C: silver, 7 cream, 5 silver, 8 cream, 7 silver.
   D: silver 8 cream, 5 silver, 9 cream, 8 silver.
2. On a headpin, slide on the following beads and make simple loop:
   silver, 9 cream, 5 silver, 10 cream and 9 silver.
3. Gently open your hoop and slide on the following sequence:
   A: 3 cream bead, 1.A dangle, cream bead, 1.B dangle, cream bead, 1.C dangle, cream bead, 1.D dangle, cream bead, and dangle from Step 2.
   B: cream bead, 1.D dangle, cream bead, 1.C dangle, cream bead, 1.B dangle, cream bead, 1.A dangle and 3 cream beads.
4. Slide hoop end back into its insert and using a flat nose, gently crimp the back insert down on the hoop end. (Note: you can use a small dot of glue for extra security.)
5. Open earwire loop and and slide on hoop and close loop.
6. Repeat all steps for other earring.

Turquoise/Black Beaded Fringe Earrings

Get all the components for this project here

Directions:

1. On a headpin, slide on the following beads and make a simple loop. Make TWO dangles of each set of beads:
   A: 12 black, 5 turquoise, 4 silver.
   B: 14 black, 5 turquoise, 5 silver.
   C: 16 black, 5 turquoise, 7 silver.
   D: 18 black, 5 turquoise, 8 silver.
2. On a headpin, slide on the following beads and make simple loop:
   silver, 20 black, 5 turquoise, and 9 silver.
3. Gently open your hoop and slide on the following sequence:
   A: 3 cream bead, 1.A dangle, cream bead, 1.B dangle, cream bead, 1.C dangle, cream bead, 1.D dangle, cream bead, and dangle from Step 2.
   B: cream bead, 1.D dangle, cream bead, 1.C dangle, cream bead, 1.B dangle, cream bead, 1.A dangle and 3 cream beads.
4. Slide hoop end back into its insert and using a flat nose, gently crimp the back insert down on the hoop end. (Note: you can use a small dot of glue for extra security.)
5. Open earwire loop and and slide on hoop and close loop.
6. Repeat all steps for other earring.

We have a fun and free earrings pattern tutorial today using one of our newer products, 6mm Czech Two-Hole Bars.

What you’ll need for earring pattern:

• 6mm Czech Two-Hole Bars
• 8/0 Miyuki Seed Beads – SB00106
• 11/0 Miyuki Seed Beads – SB00422
• Crystal Fireline 6lb – A006587
• 4mm Round Jump Ring – A002413
• Earring Finding
• 10mm Tassel with Silver Cap
  AND
• FREE Downloaded Pattern Tutorial

Items used in earring samples: Z014017, SB03963, SB00422, SB00106, A006587, TCZ0078 and A002413.

One of our newest products and one of So’s favorites are the new Beadable Accessories: Column Bead with Twist Off Bezel. Use size 11/0 Delica seed beads to create a tubular design and encase it around the bezel area of the column bead. Plus, the bead has a twist off side that you can easily create your tube and slide it on the bezel and twist sides back on.

Make a cute and colorful necklace with one two or three column beads!

Even Peyote Count Stitch

For the column beads, you will be creating a tubular design with an Even Count Peyote Stitch. Below is an example how to stitch an Even Count Peyote design:

Beadable 10mm Column Bead & Pattern Template

To use the 10mm column bead, you can get them in Gold plated (Z001434) and Rhodium plated (Z001430). Use an Even Count Peyote Stitch starting with 6 Delica seed beads. Then you will be making 30 rows and then wrap pattern into a tube shape by stitching and zip up the sides. (Check out our previous blog on how we made a tubular design and zipping up the sides HERE.)

Plus, we have a Pattern Template for the SHORT Column bead that you can create your own designs with! DOWNLOAD TEMPLATE HERE.

As a side note, you can create a wider tube starting with 7 seed beads if your design needs an odd count stitch.

Beadable 18mm Column Bead & Pattern Template

To use the 18mm column bead, you can get them in Gold Plated (Z001456) and Rhodium Plated (Z001453). Use an Even Count Peyote Stitch starting with 12 Delica seed beads. Then you will be making 30 rows and then wrap pattern into a tube shape by stitching and zip up the sides.

Plus, we have a Pattern Template for the MEDIUM Column bead that you can create your own designs with! DOWNLOAD TEMPLATE HERE.

Some of our newer beadable products are in and we, meaning So Vang, is pretty excited to get designing! We have new Diamond Beadable Pendant and Diamond Beadable Ring, with example designs and templates so that you can get designing on your own!

For these projects you’ll need:

• Size 11/0 Miyuki Delica Beads
• Crystal Fireline Beading Thread – A006587/A006585
• Needle – A015211
• Diamond Beadable Ring – Z018109 or Z018108
  OR
• Diamon Beadable Pendant – Z018096 or Z018099

Diamond Beadable Ring

Items used in ring: Z018109, SB00269, SB00260 & SB03538

Download Pattern & Template PDF for Ring HERE.

Diamond Beadable Pendant

Easily design two and make a cute pair of earrings or pair it with a tassel for a fun necklace pendant!

Items used in TOP pendant: Z018096, SB00269, SB00227, SB00223, SB02336 & SB00253

Items used in LEFT pendant: Z018099, SB00269, SB00260, SB00229 & SB02324.

Items used in RIGHT pendant: Z018096, SB00269 & SB00255.

Downloadable Pattern and Template PDF for Beadable Pendant HERE.

Video Tutorial

Check out our previous LIVE where So Vang demonstrates how to bead stitch the Beadable Pendant. Tutorial starts at 11 Minutes. Watch Video HERE!

11/0 Miyuki Delica Mixes are some of our newer items here at GoodyBeads. And an interesting way of designing with them are some simple Memory Wire Bracelet. They are perfect for all ages and also the perfect bracelet to wear in warm summer months!

What you’ll need:

• 11/0 Miyuki Delica Mixes – Item used in bracelet SB03806
• Memory Wire WR00126/WR00127 – Item used in bracelet WR00126
  Note: do not use the Heavy or Extra Heavy Memory Wire. The thickness may not fit the Delicas.
• Tools: Memory Wire Shears , Memory Wire Finishing Pliers and Serrated Pliers

Items in bracelet: SB03806 and WR00126.

Directions:

1. Make a simple loop to one end of your memory wire.
2. Slide on Delica seed beads on memory wire. Make two wraps or more.
3. Cut excess memory wire leaving a 1/4″ end. Make a simple loop.

Design delicate and minimalistic necklaces with a secretive morse code, using Miyuki Delica seed beads, strung on beading chain.

Morse Code Letters

Morse code is a type of telecommunication invented in the early 19th century that takes texts and converts them into dots and dashes. Each letter has a series of dots and/or dashes. Here is what they look like:

DIY Morse Code Necklace

Items used in necklace: CH00725 (2), SB00269, SB00223, A021708 (2), A002729, TC02294 (2)

What you’ll need overall:

• Size 11/0 Miyuki Delica Seed Beads
  Two Colors: One color will compliment the beading chain – Gold/SB00269 or Silver/SB00141 AND a secondary color of your choice
• 2 feet of Beading Chain – CH00724 OR CH00725
• Your choice of bead ending:
  1. Using X001505 like previous Blog Post
  2. Crimp End like THIS previous Blog Post
• Choice of clasp endings.

In our tutorial today, we’ll use the word LOVE, subbing each dot for a bead and a dash for three beads:

L • — • •
O — — —
V • • • —
E •

And then adding a silver or gold delica to space each dot and dash. This is how LOVE will look like:

Complete your necklace with beading ending of your choice and you have a simple dainty necklace!

1. Using X001505 like previous Blog Post
2. Crimp End like THIS previous Blog Post

Czech Ginko Duos and Cymbal components are fairly new in the beading market; they’re less than a year old. And we’ve got two amazing bead-stitching project using Ginko beads and NEW Cymbal components for Ginkos.

Ginko Waves Bracelet

Items used in bracelet: Z012556, Z012665, SB00402, SB00107, SB03688, SB03698, Z009471, Z006124, A006587 & A015211.

Make sure to download the FREE PDF tutorial for the Ginko Waves Bracelet.

We’ve use two different Ginko colors for this bracelet. You can certainly make one color or even multiple colors!

Ginko Dagger Earrings

Items used in earrings: Z011731, SB00423, Z011869, A006587 & A015211.

Make sure to download the FREE PDF tutorial for the Ginko Dagger Earrings.

Some of our newest products are Cymbal Components, which pairs with Chevron Duo and Ginko beads. We have two awesome patterns using Czech Chevron Duos and the Cymbal Koutalas.

Chevron Spike Bracelet

Items used in bracelet: Z013806, SB00422, Z010306, SW01711 (3), Z011500, X003062, A021633, Z001124, TC01897 (4).

Make sure to follow our LINK to download the FREE tutorial for this bracelet.

This bracelet used stretch cord, which makes it to easy make and wear. It also uses some blingy Swarovski Hexagon, two-hole spike crystal beads, which breaks up the chevrons and adds a focal section!

Chevron Spike Earrings

Items used in earrings: Z013812, SB00423, Z010306, TC02816 (2), A014108, A006585 & A015211.

Still using the same Cymbal ending, we’ve made a this pair of earrings with Chevron beads and TierraCast dagger bead from the Hammertone Collection, all using gold findings.

Get FREE PDF tutorial HERE to make your own pair of earrings!

One of our favorite diy projects are making wrap bracelets. Using 1mm or 2mm leather cord, make wrap bracelets using all types of beads!

Today’s project is a version from our previous blog post on GoodyBeads Master Mixes with Swarovski® bicone crystals. Check out the blog post for a step-by-step look at how we sew on bicone crystals and seed beads. We will use this same method on this DIY wrap bracelet with Czech fire polish beads. Also, before you get started you will want to read the How to Make Leather Wrap Bracelets to help determine the length of leather cord you will need for your wrap bracelet.

Now that you’ve gotten those tips and tricks down, here is what you’ll need for this wrap bracelet:

• TierraCast Button – item used in bracelet TC00900
• 1.5mm Leather Cord – item used in bracelet Z019143
  Note: You can also use 1mm, 1.3mm and 2mm leather cord. The best use for small leather cord like 1mm-1.5mm is if you are using small beads like seed beads or sizes under 4 or 5mm in diameter. If you plan to use larger beads like 6mm or 8mm, using 2mm leather cord works best.
• 11/0 Seed Beads – item used in bracelet SB00423
  Note: For smaller beads, use size 11/0 seed beads in the pattern. If using larger beads, you can use 8/0 or even size 6/0 seed beads.
• 3mm Czech Fire Polish Beads – item used in bracelet A008815 (Qty 3 strands)
  Note: We used about 140 beads for our double wrap bracelet, which is a quantity of 3 Czech fire polish bead strands. You will need more for more wraps in your bracelet.
• Beading Needle – A015211
• Crystal Fireline (4lb) – A006585

Directions: (You can follow Master Mix Bracelet for tutorial visuals)

1. Cut leather to length according to how many wraps you want. For a double wrap, we start out with 42 inches for a 7 inch bracelet.
2. Slide leather through button hole, situating the button in the center, fold leather in half and make an overhand knot close enough to the button.
3. With 4 feet of beading thread, tie the end of your beading thread to one piece of leather to harness your thread.
4. Ladder stitch a seed bead in between the two leather cords.
5. Ladder stitch two seed beads in between the two leather cords.
6. Pick up a seed bead and Czech bead. Sew both in between both leather cords.
7. Pick up a Czech bead and then a seed bead. Sew both between both leather cords.
8. Repeat Steps 6 and 7 until you’ve reach a suitable length for wrist size.
9. Tie off your beading thread and cut off excess.
10. Take both ends of your leather cords and make an overhand knot, close enough to last beads you’ve stitched on.
11. Make another overhand knot about 15mm to 20mm apart, or wide enough for your button to slide through.
    Optional: Make another overhand knot for an extended length if needed.
12. Cut excess leather cord.