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Lady Of The Loch

Deep blue water colours, amethyst and rose – both relaxing and refined – bringing out the essence of her grace. Designed by Louise Jensen from Wishware Beads.

Save The Turtles

“All six species of sea turtle found in Australian waters are threatened with extinction. What happens next is up to us,” WWF-Australia. Robyn and Dawn from Memorable Hangups show us how to save our turtles.

La Perle De La Mer

An intricate pearl shell link bracelet garnished with abalone, coral, turquoise and Hill Tribe silver – designed and created by Rose Dakin from Broome Beads and Margaret River Beads.

Indian Glass Beads

Rich Colour, Imperfect Shape, Earthy Texture and … Dust? Sarah Ezzy-dickson Discovers the History Behind the Art Form That Is Indian Glass Beads.

Swarovski Earrings

Components make up so quickly and have the elegance of a high priced jewellery design. Designed by Second Sin.

Chain Of Blues

Blue and Green should be seen, especially with chain in between! This gorgeous necklace has been designed by Mardi Thompson from Bead Bliss.

Almandine

The Almandine Garnet is red with a violet tint and derives its name from a town in Asia Minor. Designed by Bead Needs.

Crystal Cage

Sweet crystal cages designed by Helen Everett.

Green WIth Envy

Using your semi precious stone and seed beads this looping necklace is a step up for those of you who love stranding but feel confined by simple single strands

Pink Opal Marcasite

Marcasite is always a timeless classic. This watch from Cosmic Beads is a wonderful start to any day.

Perfectly Cool

A P’ perfect belt for jeans and dressy casual look that you can braid up in an afternoon

The History Of Swarovski

DISCOVER THE WONDROUS HISTORY BEHIND THE MOST FAMOUS CUT CRYSTAL IN THE WORLD –SWAROVSKI. NADIA CRIGHTON REPORTS.

Uncover Some Beading Trends

As the weather turns back into the familiar icy chill of autumn and winter, we are sometimes forced to layer on more clothes than we’d like to, so it’s only fair to keep your accessories as visible as they deserve to be. Sarah Ezzy-Dickson uncovers some beading trends to inspire you to warm up your fingers and get to work.

How To Make A Floral Fantasy

Don’t let the winter make you blue. Use butterflies, flowers and lampwork beads by Austin Hamilton to make a floral fantasy. Created by Boutique Beads.

Become A Queen Of Hearts

Add colour and texture to your PMC heart. Designed by Senior Teacher Rhonda Winterton.

Garnet

Garnet Has Been A Popular Gemstone To Use In Jewellery For A Very Long Time, And The Thought Of A Garnet Stone Usually Brings To Mind A Deep Blood Red, But Garnet Comes In A Huge Spectrum Of Colours, One For Almost Every Outfit Of The Week! Sarah Ezzy-Dickson Gets The Lowdown On This Amazing Stone.

Netted Pearl

A hidden pearl and crystal mesh watch. Designed by Beads ’n Crystals

Danielle Mondo – Mondo Design

Mondo Design Began as a Part-time Hobby, Influenced by a Passion for Design and Friends With a Desire for Unique Accessories to Adorn Themselves. Sarah Ezzy-dickson Chats to Danielle Mondo, the Owner of Mondo Design.

Delicate Swarovski

Introduce yourself to thread work with this easy cross thread technique, using Swarovski crystals. The result is not only fun but beautiful. Designed