Amethyst Gemstone Beads- Bead of the Week

These polished beads have gorgeous earthy patterns combined with a rich purple color.

All you need are Bali silver beads or spacers and the result will be a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

See our exquisite selection of gemstone beads.

Bead Stoppers are a lifesaver!

Are you still putting masking tape on the end of your cording to keep your beads from falling off as your work? Bead stoppers are the perfect solution - they are reuseable, don't leave sticky residue, and the most secure method for preventing beading mishaps. Simply squeeze the ends to open up the spring and clip onto the end of your stringing material. The spring design expands to fit all widths of stringing material.

If you are in the business of making and reselling your jewelry or are an avid beader and have the need for a lot of bead stoppers (perhaps several dozen at a time), see my previous blog entry for an alternative idea.

Czech Glass Gemstone Beads - Bead of the Week

Though they are made of Czech glass, these beads are shaped and faceted like gemstone rondelles. They are similar in shape and size to crystal rondelles but come in a larger array of transparent, opaque and swirled colors. Sizes ranging from 5mm and up so these Czech glass gemstone beads can be used in any scale piece.

Rainbow Soocho Jade - Bead of the Week

I am so excited about our new gemstone additions, particularly the variety of Rainbow Soocho Jade. The lively colors are a perfect match for this season's spring and summer wardrobe trends. Take a look at the exquisite shapes and colors, found in the Gemstones section of our website. Use with Softflex Extreme Silver to keep the colors bright, enhance with Swarovski crystals in Crystal Silver Shade, Vintage Rose, Chrysolite and other complementary shades.

These strands will create the perfect multi-strand statement piece, or pair loose beads for earrings.

New Gemstones!!!

New Arrivals! Tons of new gemstone beads in an array of gorgeous colors and shapes. Take a look - gemstones beads are 20% off until May 24, 2009!

Bead Stoppers - An Alternative

Lately I have been running out of bead stoppers (too many unfinished projects!), I needed something on the spot and grabbed a mini binder clip from my desk - perfect!

Try these for yourselves. They are a fraction of the price compared to other devices and are especially helpful and cost effective for those who design and make jewelry for a living. In fact, they work so well in our bead store and jewelry design studio, that we have added them to our website for purchase. Click here to purchase mini binder clips.

Jewel Mix - Color of the Month

This multi-color mix has been inspired by the rich tones of luxurious gemstones. Use this mix to create a versatile piece that will match several outfits.

Click here to see more Designer Bead Mixes.

Top 10 List for May 1

This week's favorites...
1. Czech Glass 8mm Fire Polished Beads
2. Rhodium Plated Pewter Alphabet Beads
3. Swarovski Pearls
4. Flex-Rite Beading Wire
5. Transparent Colored Alphabet Beads
6. Salmon Rose Designer Bead Mix
7. Sterling Silver Rounded Edge Alphabet Beads 5.5mm
8. Miyuki Glass 4mm Light Blue Mix
9. 10mm Number Beads
10. Sterling Silver 2mm Crimp Beads

Chili Pepper Baroque Pendants - Bead of the Week

The gorgeous coupling of the fiery chili pepper color and the exquisite baroque pendant is sure to inspire those who are in search for color and style without overdoing it. Perfect for earrings, pendants and sparkly charm bracelets.

Top 10 List for April 24

This week's favorites...
1. Soft Flex Beading Wire
2. Illusion Cord
3. Swarovski Crystal 12mm Graphic Beads
4. Swarovski Crystal Twist Beads
5. Palace Blue Designer Bead Mix
6. Fuchsia Red Designer Bead Mix
7. Sterling Silver Figure Eight Chain
8. Rhodium Plated Pewter Alphabet Beads
9. 12mm Jumbo Alphabet Cubes
10. Hope, Love Peace Charm Bracelet Kits

Swarovski Twist Bead - Bead of the Week

If you are going for a modern, stylish look, the Swarovski twist bead is a certain way to go. The perfectly symmetrical shape and unique facets definitely lend an edgier look to your designs. I love combining these beads with color coordinated Swarovski pearls and sterling silver chain.

Take a look in our bead projects featuring the Swarovski Twist bead.

25% off Swarovski Twist Beads until April 26, 2009.

Which is your favorite Swarovski bead?

Lemon Buttercream - Color of the Month

This month's color features vibrant yellows, elegantly combined with Swarovski Crystals and freshwater pearls.

Don't be intimidated by the intense color, add other bright tones such as fuchsia, aqua & green, or tone it down with silver beads & chain.

This mix and other colors are featured in our pre-packaged Designer Bead Mixes.

Share your favorite color combos by posting a comment.