Grand Opening Celebration

This is just another reminder that you all are invited to join us for our Grand Opening Celebration taking place on September 29, from 12-4. We will have food, cake, door prizes and fun!

We are also excited to have Marcia Balonis, author of “Lush & Layered Beadweaving” joining us for a book signing event from 1-3. Marcia will be offering a complimentary classes in October for beaders who have purchased the book. we will have more details and be taking registrations that day.

We hope to see you!

New Products Just In

We are pleased to now offer 8mm (39ss) size Swarovski Chatons in 30 colors! These are available in the store now and will be available online soon.

We also received several new styles of “Elegant Elements” brand clasps. These are stunning, high-quality clasps made in Germany and will make the perfect finishing touch to your special piece of handmade jewelry. These are available in our store as well as online.

Lastly we added several new colors of Czechmate Diamonds and Czechmate 2-hole Cabochons to our in-store and online selections. Enjoy!

Classes Added to Calendar

Intermediate Level:

“Basketweave Bangle” designed by Kimie Suto, published by Starman
The use of Czechmate Diamond beads makes this tubular herringbone bracelet have a wonderful basket weave effect. The designer made hers as a bangle, but you can also add a clasp if you prefer.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up; three dates to select from when registering

Fringe Necklace
This workshop will show you how to do a  “fringe” or “coraling” stitch to make an absolutely stunning necklace! You’ll also be doing a bit of netting to make the top band of the necklace.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Perfect for Beginners:

“Starburst Earrings” designed by Deb Roberti, www.aroundthebeadingtable.com
This creative and easy-to-understand pattern incorporates two different color, two-hole SuperDuo beads and superuno/drop/rizo beads for a pair of earrings that are simple to work up and are a great introduction to bead weaving.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

“Siesta Key” Bracelet
This class will teach you how to make wire wrapped loops and connect your segments with jump rings. Use a mix of chunky sea glass and maybe even mix in some larger pearls or glass beads for a casual, fun look.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Advanced Level:

“Aruba Bracelet” by Laura Cole
This piece was inspired by a real gold and gemstone bracelet seen when we were in one of the fancy jewelry stores in Aruba during a stop on a past Bead Cruise. You’ll be learning/utilizing 3 techniques in this bracelet: 1) circular peyote (bezeling), 2) tubular herringbone and 3) using square stitch to make you connections and add center embellishment. This is a complex piece, but well worth the time and effort!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Click here to view our complete calendar of upcoming projects!

Until next time, have a sparkling week and happy beading!

Remember, if you are interested in making any of the projects shown in our emails, but are not in the area to join in, you can purchase all the necessary supplies on shop.laurasbeads.com!

Many of the patterns are available through popular magazines or websites, which will be indicated on our website when you click on any of the projects above, so that you can view a materials list. If it’s an original pattern, simply email Laura at laura@laurasbeads.com and let her know you are interested. We love to share!

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Laura’s Beads | 7813 Mitchell Blvd, Ste 102, Trinity, FL 34665 |  727-495-0803
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We’ve had a wonderful first week so far at our new location and are now all settled in and ready for classes to begin again! If you haven’t already seen our BIG new classroom and adjacent Beaders’ Lounge, here are a couple of photos to temp you to come in, relax and join in the fun. Keep scrolling down to see the latest classes that we’ve added to the calendar.

Grand Opening Celebration

We invite all of you to join us for our Grand Opening Celebration taking place on September 29, from 12-4. We will have goodies, door prizes and fun!

We are also excited to have Marcia Balonis, author of “Lush & Layered Beadweaving” joining us for a book signing event from 1-3. Marcia will be offering a complimentary class in October for beaders who have purchased the book. we will have more details and be taking registrations that day.

We hope to see you!

Upcoming Classes

Intermediate Level:

“Xena Bands” designed by Deb Roberti, www.aroundthebeadingtable.com
This pattern gives you two bracelets for the price of one! Deb has designed a narrow and wide version of her Xena Bands, so you can choose which one you would like to make in class, then have the pattern for the other to take home and enjoy creating later. Her detailed instructions cannot be beat.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

“Snow in Silver” Necklace designed Tatiana Garkushova, http://biser.info/node/115554
To make this beautiful necklace you’ll be stitching a base of netting using two different colors of seed beads to create the eye-catching stripes. Small bugle beads bridge each stripe and a third color of 11 defines your netting “intersections”.  Embellish your completed netting with crystals, pearls, or druks.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Perfect for Beginners:

Pearl Knotting
Learn how to knot pearls in the traditional way using silk cording and a special bent-nose tweezer tool. Initially you’ll be working with our beautiful selection of glass pearls, mixing in crystals here and there for sparkle. Once you learn the technique you’ll have the ability to restring real vintage pearls you might already have at home and repair those family heirlooms!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

“Siesta Key” Bracelet
This class will teach you how to make wire wrapped loops and connect your segments with jump rings. Use a mix of chunky sea glass and maybe even mix in some larger pearls or glass beads for a casual, fun look.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Click here to view our complete calendar of upcoming projects!

Until next time, have a sparkling week and happy beading!

Remember, if you are interested in making any of the projects shown in our emails, but are not in the area to join in, you can purchase all the necessary supplies on shop.laurasbeads.com!

Many of the patterns are available through popular magazines or websites, which will be indicated on our website when you click on any of the projects above, so that you can view a materials list. If it’s an original pattern, simply email Laura at laura@laurasbeads.com and let her know you are interested. We love to share!

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Laura’s Beads | 7813 Mitchell Blvd, Ste 102, Trinity, FL 34665 |  727-495-0803
www.laurasbeads.com  |  shop.laurasbeads.com

We’ve been busy little bees setting everything up at our new shop and absolutely can’t WAIT for you all to see it starting this Tuesday!

We also started to post just a few of the first classes we’ll be offering in our new classroom.  Following are details and links to sign up. We’ve heard quite a few of you mention that you are not “morning people” so we are going to now offer some Friday afternoon sessions per your request. We also have several beginner sessions on the calendar, so if you are checking us out for the first time these are perfect classes for you — plus we continue to offer our “first class is free” promotion for these sessions (with purchase of materials) — so you can’t go wrong!

We’ll continue to fill our calendar for September every chance we get, so be sure to keep watching your email and our online calendar. We will also be adding more classes that cover techniques other than bead weaving for those of you that are interested.

Intermediate Level:

Russian Spiral for Intermediate Beaders
Once you’ve learned the basics of a Russian Spiral, there is so much you can do by just varying the bead types. We frequently see variations published in our favorite beading magazines, so we thought we would put together a tutorial ourselves for a version that includes an assortment of 15s, 11s, 3mm bugle beads and even some 3mm crystals. You can never go wrong with this stitch!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Perfect for Beginners:

Russian Spiral for Beginners
This Stitch Workshop will teach you how to create the beautiful and popular Russian Spiral. You can make a necklace or a bracelet, but once you get the hang of it and see how easy it is, you’ll probably want to make both! The necklaces are wonderful for combining with your beaded pendants. There are many variations you can play with once you learn this stitch, using a variety of bead types for endless looks.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

“Claudia Cali Bracelet” by Linda Genaw
This fun and easy bracelet uses the unique, 3-hole Cali bead. Perfect for beginners!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

“Sealed with a Kiss” Bracelet by Jann M. Christiansen
This bracelet is dainty and elegant. Depending on the colors that you choose, you can make it a casual everyday bracelet, or as elegant as a bridal piece. This is a wonderful way to be introduced to the single-row right-angle-weave stitch, a real staple of bead-weaving.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Click here to view our complete calendar of upcoming projects!

New Magazines Just Arrived!

We just received the latest editions of Bead & Button and Beadwork Magazines. There are some great projects to try! Be sure to let us know which ones you are interested in so we can schedule Bead Circles for the most requested designs.

Until next time, have a sparkling week and happy beading!

Remember, if you are interested in making any of the projects shown in our emails, but are not in the area to join in, you can purchase all the necessary supplies on shop.laurasbeads.com!

Many of the patterns are available through popular magazines or websites, which will be indicated on our website when you click on any of the projects above, so that you can view a materials list. If it’s an original pattern, simply email Laura at laura@laurasbeads.com and let her know you are interested. We love to share!

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Laura’s Beads | 7813 Mitchell Blvd, Ste 102, Trinity, FL 34665 |  727-495-0803
www.laurasbeads.com  |  shop.laurasbeads.com

It’s been an exciting and busy couple of weeks since we sent our last update! Our new space has been coming along beautifully and we feel confident we’ll be ready for a late August move as we had hoped.  Here’s a little sneak peak:

We also are thrilled to announce that our friend Bernadette has now officially joined the Laura’s Beads family as a regular employee and will be helping you with all your bead needs!

We still have more classes for you to enjoy before we take a short break to move!

If you purchased or plan on purchasing a Laura’s Bead Addicts Membership Club Card that has an expiration date after August 1, we will be extending it for an extra month. This way you can receive the best session rate on the sessions listed below, and when we start offering sessions again at our new location, without worrying about missing out during the weeks we are moving.

Intermediate Level:

Beadwork Magazine Bead Circle: “Eleanor Bracelet” by Melinda Barta
Inspired by the designer’s love for historic costumes and a visit to a Welsh castle once ruled by Queen Eleanor, wife of Edward I, this romantic bracelet features sparkling crystal rivolis, two-hole shaped beads and peyote stitch.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Bead Weaving Class: “Alveoline Bracelet” by Vyolina of Belgium
Create this wide bracelet of undulating stripes with 4mm beads tucked in here and there. This gorgeous design caught our eye when we saw photographs of it floating around Pinterest. The Belgian designer provided free illustrations on her blog that assisted us in creating the bracelet and we have written up an English translation for bead circle participants.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Perfect for Beginners:

Bead Weaving Class: “Dragonfly Dagger Bracelet” by Beki Haley
This is a fun and whimsical bracelet that is easy to make. It’s also a great way to learn the right-angle weave stitch!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Bead Weaving Class: “Claudia Cali Bracelet” by Linda Genaw
This fun and easy bracelet uses the unique, 3-hole Cali bead. Perfect for beginners!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Bead Weaving Class: “Cali Band” by Deb Roberti
These contemporary bands can be worn single or stacked and also use Cali beads.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Click here to view our complete calendar of upcoming projects!

New Products Just Arrived

The new projects shown above feature two of the latest bead types we are now stocking:

Cali Beads are domed on both sides and have three holes:

Czechmate Diamond Beads are flat with two holes:

Until next time, have a sparkling week and happy beading!

Remember, if you are interested in making any of the projects shown in our emails, but are not in the area to join in, you can now purchase all the necessary supplies on shop.laurasbeads.com!

Many of the patterns are available through popular magazines or websites, which will be indicated on our website when you click on any of the projects above, so that you can view a materials list. If it’s an original pattern, simply email Laura at laura@laurasbeads.com and let her know you are interested. We love to share!

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Laura’s Beads | 8143 State Rd 52, Hudson FL 34667 |  727-495-0803
www.laurasbeads.com  |  shop.laurasbeads.com

I’m sure many of you read the exciting news about our upcoming move to a new, larger space in Trinity (if not, visit our home page for more details)! We are having classes as usual for the month of July while we are still busy preparing our new space, so be sure to read on for all the details on the latest events posted. We will be keeping you posted on our progress and what August will bring…

Sign up for classes and escape the summer heat here at Laura’s Beads!

Intermediate Level:

Bead Weaving Class: “Chenille Lace Necklace” a Laura’s Beads Original
Tubular chenille stitch has a wonderfully lacy look and soft feel. In this necklace we’ve tucked sections of 3mm and 4mm beads here and there, to give it an extra sparkle. In this pattern you can choose to add extra sections of the embellishment beads, including even some 6mm size, in the center and wear the necklace on it’s own, or leave a section of plain chenille in the middle and wear a beaded pendant on it.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Bead Weaving Class: “Solitare Necklace” by Deb Roberti
Laura’s Beads carries a gorgeous selection of Gemduo beads and Deb Roberti’s “Solitaire Necklace” is the perfect design to showcase them. One of the necklaces in the photo uses a “backlit” color with an effect reminiscent of stained glass. We have several backlit colors and you’ll love the way they glow and reflect the light. Looking for something less blingy? We also carry an array of other finishes, including matte and picasso.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Multi-Row Right-Angle Weave Workshop: “Birthday Bracelet” by Deb Roberti
The trick to stitching right-angle-weave is to look for the pattern of squares you’re creating as you stitch. Your thread will be moving in a circular pattern as you build your squares, changing direction with each stitch. This basic bracelet, combined with Deborah Roberti’s wonderfully detailed instructions, is a great way to begin learning this sometimes complex stitch.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Bead Embroidery Cabochon Pendant
This beautiful pendant highlights a 24mm round cabochons, surrounding it with superduos, seed beads and sparkling crystals. Dawn will also have instructions and a sample of a matching earring done with an 18mm cabochon.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Perfect for Beginners:

Wire Crochet
Learn how to crochet with wire to make this beautiful and organic looking bracelet. You can use an assortment of beads and wire finishes to create a wide variety of looks.  Plus once you learn the basics, Gail will show you how to make a wider version and even a necklace so you can go home and let your creativity run wild!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Basic Bead Stringing
Learn the basics of stringing beads on flexible beading wire. You’ll play with design options with guidance from your instructor, as well as learn how to crimp and finish your piece.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Beginner Wireworking Class: “Tree of Life”
The ever popular “Tree of Life” can be made easily with craft wire, metal rings and your choice of beads. We have two sizes of rings available in an assortment of finishes, and of course many types of beads to incorporate. You’ll definitely want to make quite a few of these — they make great gifts!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Click here to view our complete calendar of upcoming projects!

New Products Just Arrived

A few new goodies have arrived recently at Laura’s, including a selection of 8mm Firepolish beads and Laser Tattoo Czech Tile beads (shown below), which are already available here in shop and on our website. We also received Cali Beads and CzechMate Diamonds which will be inventoried this week and available very soon, so keep watching!

Until next time, have a sparkling week and happy beading!

Remember, if you are interested in making any of the projects shown in our emails, but are not in the area to join in, you can now purchase all the necessary supplies on shop.laurasbeads.com!

Many of the patterns are available through popular magazines or websites, which will be indicated on our website when you click on any of the projects above, so that you can view a materials list. If it’s an original pattern, simply email Laura at laura@laurasbeads.com and let her know you are interested. We love to share!

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Laura’s Beads | 8143 State Rd 52, Hudson FL 34667 |  727-495-0803
www.laurasbeads.com  |  shop.laurasbeads.com

Check out the latest sessions added to our calendar — hope to see you soon!

Intermediate Level:

Beadwork Magazine Circle: Pondo Lace Bracelet designed by Cristie Prince
Demi-round seed beads bring an elegant, lacy look to this diagonal stripe bracelet. This is the first time we’ve played with the unique Pondo stitch here at our shop, so we are looking forward to sharing our experience with all of you.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Beadwork Magazine Circle: “Anunnaki Pendant” by Penny Dixon
Use right-angle weave, netting and a mix of Czech glass beads to form this stunning 3-dimensional pendant. The designer compares the eight-pointed star motif in the pendant to the symbol of Anu, the main god of Anunnaki; thus the unique name for this piece. We’re showing one of our samples on a chain, as suggested in the magazine, however we also stitched a tubular chenille rope to pair with our second sample. This rope will be offered as a separate class coming up, so keep watching our website for those dates!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Intermediate Bead Weaving Class: “Tila Wave” Bracelet by Deb Roberti
This classic design from Deb Roberti was one of the first that used Tila beads when they came out. The winding road of tilas, sparkling crystals and seed beads is elegant and fun to make.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Viking Knit Workshop — New Date Added
Viking Knitting dates very far back, as you can probably guess from the name! It’s a method of weaving thin wire around a dowel in a way that creates a stunning result when completed and pulled through a drawplate.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Perfect for Beginners:

Basic Bead Stringing
Learn the basics of stringing beads on flexible beading wire. You’ll play with design options with guidance from your instructor, as well as learn how to crimp and finish your piece.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Basic Kumihimo with Beads
Kumihimo is the ancient Japanese art of braid making. You’ll learn how to interlace strands of cording on a disc, while dropping beads into position. If you’ve never tried it before, we’re sure you’ll enjoy this very unique form of beading!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Click here to view our complete calendar of upcoming projects!

Until next time, have a sparkling week and happy beading!

Remember, if you are interested in making any of the projects shown in our emails, but are not in the area to join in, you can now purchase all the necessary supplies on shop.laurasbeads.com!

Many of the patterns are available through popular magazines or websites, which will be indicated on our website when you click on any of the projects above, so that you can view a materials list. If it’s an original pattern, simply email Laura at laura@laurasbeads.com and let her know you are interested. We love to share!

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Laura’s Beads | 8143 State Rd 52, Hudson FL 34667 |  727-495-0803
www.laurasbeads.com  |  shop.laurasbeads.com

Events Newly Added to Calendar

Intermediate Bead Weaving Class: Peyote Tubes for Carrier Beads
Carrier beads wrapped in peyote tubes are one of the newest trends in beading right now! You can make either a necklace or a bracelet and there are lots of patterns to work from. In our samples we worked mostly from patterns by Jill Wiseman. You can bring any pattern(s) with you to this class to work from and we’ll help you with reading the pattern and completing your peyote tubes successfully!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Intermediate Bead Weaving Class: Peyote with a Twist 102
“Peyote with a Twist” developed by Gerlinde Lenz is another one of the newest beading techniques trending today. The finished piece will look very similar to bead crochet without all the headaches of crochet. In this second workshop we’ll take the stitch to the next level by stitching it from a grid to create a beautiful geometric design.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Beginner Bead Weaving Class: “Stackers” Bracelets by Deb Roberti
These fun bracelets are called “Stackers” because you can wear several of them together, although they look beautiful individually as well. The designer has given us a few variations of the bracelet to play with — two are shown above, plus there are two additional ones that are not shown. This is a wonderful bracelet for beginners to learn the art of bead-weaving using two-hole beads.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Bead Embroidery Cabochon Pendant
This beautiful pendant highlights a 24mm round cabochons, surrounding it with superduos, seed beads and sparkling crystals. Dawn will also have instructions and a sample of a matching earring done with an 18mm cabochon.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Viking Knit Workshop
Viking Knitting dates very far back, as you can probably guess from the name! It’s a method of weaving thin wire around a dowel in a way that creates a stunning result when completed and pulled through a drawplate.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Wire Wrapped Pendant
This wire wrapped pendant class will teach you how to use half-round wire to create small wraps around the square wire that runs the perimeter of the stone or piece of glass you are wrapping for a beautiful finished piece!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Click here to view our complete calendar of upcoming projects!

Until next time, have a sparkling week and happy beading!

Remember, if you are interested in making any of the projects shown in our emails, but are not in the area to join in, you can now purchase all the necessary supplies on shop.laurasbeads.com!

Many of the patterns are available through popular magazines or websites, which will be indicated on our website when you click on any of the projects above, so that you can view a materials list. If it’s an original pattern, simply email Laura at laura@laurasbeads.com and let her know you are interested. We love to share!

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Laura’s Beads | 8143 State Rd 52, Hudson FL 34667 |  727-495-0803
www.laurasbeads.com  |  shop.laurasbeads.com

Events Newly Added to Calendar

We’ve added another batch of projects to our June calendar! We’ll start by telling you about a few projects for the Beaders with some experience, but keep scrolling down if you are a beginner — we offer something for everyone.

For Beaders with some experience:

Advanced Bead Circle: “Wrap Around My Heart” Bracelet by Helena Tang-Lim
When one of our beaders brought in a copy of this unique and beautiful pattern, we all fell in love! You begin by building a sturdy 3-dimensional heart using cubic right-angle weave stitch, then add straps that wrap all the way around your wrist and feed through the center of the heart. (If you haven’t done cubic right-angle weave before, we highly recommend you start by taking our cubic right-angle weave workshop before trying this piece)
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Intermediate Bead-Weaving Class: “Half-Tila Herringbone Bracelet”
This bracelet is smooth, slinky and very comfortable to wear! The technique is simple — just flat herringbone with half-tila and size 15 seed beads. You can also do a little chunkier version with brick and size 11 seed beads. (If you haven’t done herringbone before, we highly recommend you start by taking our beginner herringbone workshop before trying this piece)
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Intermediate Stitch Workshop: Cubic Right-Angle Weave
Cubic right-angle weave is a tricky stitch to master at first, which is why we offer this workshop where you aren’t actually making a finished piece of jewelry, but simply concentrating on learning the technique. You begin by creating a 6-sided box, then continue to stitch off one side of that box to create the next box. You’ll be working with two different colors of size 8 seed beads since that’s the easiest way to learn. Once you master the stitch there are so many amazing designs out there (including the Heart Wrap above) that you’ll feel comfortable tackling — this will open up a whole new world of beading for you!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Perfect for beginner Beaders:

Beginner Wireworking Class: “Tree of Life”
The ever popular “Tree of Life” can be made easily with craft wire, metal rings and your choice of beads. We have two sizes of rings available in an assortment of finishes, and of course many types of beads to incorporate. You’ll definitely want to make quite a few of these — they make great gifts!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Beginner Bead-Weaving Class: “Crystal Chain Bracelet” by Deb Roberti
You’ll love the elegant simplicity of this bracelet, along with the easy-to-understand instructions written by Deborah Roberti. A delicate combination of bicone crystals, glass firepolished beads and seed beads — people won’t be able to believe that you’re just a beginner when you show them you made one of these!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Beginner Stitch Workshop: Flat Herringbone
“Herringbone Stitch, sometimes referred to as Ndebele herringbone after the South African tribe that created it, has great texture. You start with a ladder-stitched strip of beads, then work back and forth across the row, adding two beads at a time. The pattern of sewing up and down through the beads tilts the pairs of beads towards each other, created stacked columns, The striped pattern of this bracelet emphasizes the columns and allows you to play with your favorite colors.” from Lesley Weiss’s book, “The Absolute Beginners Guide to Stitching Beaded Jewelry.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Beginner Bead-Weaving Class: “Bon Bon Beads” by Emi Yamada, Starman TrendSetter
We are absolutely addicted to beaded beads, but these are not like any other beaded beads we’ve made previously — they are all made on a continuous piece of thread!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Click here to view our complete calendar of upcoming projects!

Until next time, have a sparkling week and happy beading!

Remember, if you are interested in making any of the projects shown in our emails, but are not in the area to join in, you can now purchase all the necessary supplies on shop.laurasbeads.com!

Many of the patterns are available through popular magazines or websites, which will be indicated on our website when you click on any of the projects above, so that you can view a materials list. If it’s an original pattern, simply email Laura at laura@laurasbeads.com and let her know you are interested. We love to share!

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Laura’s Beads | 8143 State Rd 52, Hudson FL 34667 |  727-495-0803
www.laurasbeads.com  |  shop.laurasbeads.com

As we have been saying goodbye to our snowbird friends and getting ready for the lazy days of summer, there are still so many new and interesting things going on here at our little bead shop! There are fun projects (my favorite is the flip flop pendant) and new beads (carrier beads are FINALLY here) so read on for all the details!

Newly Arrived

Carrier beads are one of the latest crazes in beading! They are rectangular, 2-hole, with a flat bottom and a domed top, typically used as a base for a peyote tube. We can’t wait to start playing with them here at the shop!

Here’s a photo of a completed piece by Jill Wiseman to show carrier beads in action:

We also got some new 18mm Czech glass cabochons that look very much like stone, but are much easier to bezel due to the precise sizing. Look on our next email for an upcoming class to make the Deb Roberti “Starflower Pendant” using these cabochons in place of the rivolis for a unique look.

All the beads and cabochons shown above are sold both in our store and online. Simply click on the images to go directly to our online store.

Events Newly Added to Calendar

Intermediate Level:

Bead & Button Circle: Flip Flop Pendant by Diane Hertzler
These adorable flip-flop pedants are the perfect piece to wear here in Florida where we’re lucky enough to enjoy flip-flops year round! You can make the larger pendant with size 11 seed beads, as seen in the original pattern, or you can make a smaller version using Delica beads.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Bead & Button Circle: “Hilton Head Bracelet” by Michelle Leonardo
Inspired by the Hilton Head Sea Pines lighthouse in South Carolina, these striped bracelets are perfect for stacking! The artist made the original version as a bangle, however if you prefer to wear a bracelet with a clasp, we’ll show how you can easily make that modification. When we completed our bracelets in darker colors than the ones shown in the magazine, it occurred to us that these could actually be made into something that a guy could wear with the right color selections. So if you’ve always been wondering what bead weaving piece you could make for the guy on your gift list, give these a try!
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Intermediate Bead-Weaving Class: “Peyote with a Twist” by Gerlinde Lenz
The new “Peyote with a Twist” technique is the latest craze all over the web! The finished piece will look very similar to bead crochet without all the headaches of crochet. In this workshop we’ll begin to learn the basics of the stitch using one main color of a size 11 seed bead and one contracting color to create a simple stripe. This is the version shown in Jill Wiseman’s video.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Beginner Level:

Beginner Class: “Pyramid Band” by Deb Roberti
This is an easy and fun bracelet that uses the very HOT “pyramid” or “stud” beads. We love the way this bracelet takes on two completely different personalities when done in different colors — pretty in pink or modern in black, your choice!
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Beginner Bead-Weaving Class: “Printemps Earrings” by Deb Roberti
These sparkling, yet simple earrings pair up wonderfully with everything. If you’ve been starting to learn to do bead-weaving and have made a few bracelets and necklaces, you can use a few matching beads to make pairs of these earrings to coordinate with those completed pieces. If you haven’t done any bead-weaving as of yet, these are also a great place to start.
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Click here to view our complete calendar of upcoming projects!

Until next time, have a sparkling week and happy beading!

Remember, if you are interested in making any of the projects shown in our emails, but are not in the area to join in, you can now purchase all the necessary supplies on shop.laurasbeads.com!

Many of the patterns are available through popular magazines or websites, which will be indicated on our website when you click on any of the projects above, so that you can view a materials list. If it’s an original pattern, simply email Laura at laura@laurasbeads.com and let her know you are interested. We love to share!

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Laura’s Beads | 8143 State Rd 52, Hudson FL 34667 |  727-495-0803
www.laurasbeads.com  |  shop.laurasbeads.com

We are back from vacation and have been busy busy busy adding LOTS of sessions to our calendar! Almost all the sessions we posted were as a result of customer requests, so be sure to let us know if there is a particular project you are interested in and we’ll do everything we can to get it on the calendar.

Events Newly Added to Calendar

Intermediate Level:

Beadwork Magazine Bead Circle: “English Garden” Set by Debora Hodoyer
Use circular netting with Arcos par Puca beads to create romantic earrings with a pattern reminiscent of English gardens. We also took the same pattern and created a matching bracelet, incorporating jump rings to connect the components.
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Intermediate Bead-Weaving Class: “Mosaic Bracelet” by Laura
This bracelet was inspired by looking at a photo of some beautiful mosaic tile work. This bracelet replicates the look of the mosaic tile using Tila beads, bugles and Delicas. Having straight edges, these beads fit together just perfectly. This pattern will instruct you the order to pick up each bead type, however you’ll be a part of the design process by deciding how to lay out your Tilas. The photo shows three examples, but the possibilities are unlimited, so get creative!
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Intermediate Bead-Weaving Class: “Herringbone Stripes Bracelet” by Laura
Herringbone is one of the favorite stitches here at Laura’s Beads. You’ll find that this bracelet is easy and relaxing to stitch, plus the added 4mm beads give it a little texture and a nice feel on your wrist. You can customize both the colors and the width for a whole variety of looks, including a wrap-around version!
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Intermediate Bead-Weaving Class: Beaded Vase
There are many beautiful designs for beaded vases out there. We particularly liked one by Busy Crow Designs  that we found several years ago, so we used some components of theirs to begin our design, then modified from there. We added extra bugles and made pointed drops to put a more contemporary spin on their more traditional original design. Since we originally made these in the fall, we also made a fun Halloween version! These make a wonderful gift.
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Intermediate Bead-Weaving Class: “Diagonal Cellini Bracelet” by Laura
This workshop will show you how stitching peyote with different size beads will make the 3-dimensional effect referred to as “Cellini” stitch to create this beautiful statement piece of jewelry.
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Beginner Level:

Beginner Class: Basic Kumihimo with Beads
Kumihimo is the ancient Japanese art of braid making. You’ll learn how to interlace strands of cording on a disc, while dropping beads into position. If you’ve never tried it before, we’re sure you’ll enjoy this very unique form of beading!
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Beginner Bead-Weaving Class: “Printemps Earrings” by Deb Roberti
These sparkling, yet simple earrings pair up wonderfully with everything. If you’ve been starting to learn to do bead-weaving and have made a few bracelets and necklaces, you can use a few matching beads to make pairs of these earrings to coordinate with those completed pieces. If you haven’t done any bead-weaving as of yet, these are also a great place to start.
Click on the photo for details and to sign up

Beginner Bead-Weaving Class: Peyote Workshop
This Peyote Stitch Workshop will teach you how to stitch the flat, even-count version of this versatile technique. The beads in peyote stitch sit in a brick formation, however is is worked in a very different way from a brick stitch. For each stitch you’ll pick up a new bead and sew through the next high bead from the previous row. In this workshop you’ll be making a stylish tri-color striped cuff.
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Click here to view our complete calendar of upcoming projects!

Until next time, have a sparkling week and happy beading!

Remember, if you are interested in making any of the projects shown in our emails, but are not in the area to join in, you can now purchase all the necessary supplies on shop.laurasbeads.com!

Many of the patterns are available through popular magazines or websites, which will be indicated on our website when you click on any of the projects above, so that you can view a materials list. If it’s an original pattern, simply email Laura at laura@laurasbeads.com and let her know you are interested. We love to share!

Follow us on  Facebook and Pinterest!
  

Laura’s Beads | 8143 State Rd 52, Hudson FL 34667 |  727-495-0803
www.laurasbeads.com  |  shop.laurasbeads.com