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Beading Problems: can you guess what came top?

Quadra Tiles: Beading Problems

I almost didn’t publish this today because beading problems seem rather trivial compared to what happened in Manchester last night. Then, I thought, if we start changing the way we behave, or ceasing to ‘live’ because some misguided individuals threaten us, the terrorists win. So, just know that my thoughts and prayers are with everyone…

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National Beading Week 2017: a free beadalong

National Beading Week 2017

Let me start by answering the two questions that the title of this blog brings to my mind. What is National Beading Week 2017? What on earth is a beadalong? When I’ve done that, I’m going to tell you all about my plans for 2017. They’re really exciting and hopefully you spotted the magic word…

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Gemma Crow, Beadsmith, Jewellery Maker, Thank you!

New Bead Designs, Great beading designs, Superduo Duet Bangle Pattern, bead and jewellery magazine, Katie Dean, beadflowers

This week is Jewellery Maker’s birthday celebration. Sadly, I’m not going to be able to take part in a show myself. Happily, though, my beads are going to be representing me! To be precise, Gemma Crow will be presenting a kit that I designed for the Beadsmith. The fabulous Leslie Rogalski, from the Beadsmith, is…

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Spring Beading: Five Must-Try Projects

Beaded Flower Basket Spring Beading

Did I say Spring beading? Oh, yes I did. I probably should be Spring cleaning if I’m honest, but I promise you Spring beading is a lot more fun!…and they sound almost the same, so I think we can pretend it’s the same thing. Changing the clocks, the approach of Easter, celebrating our wonderful Mums,…

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