Giveaway #7 of Beadaholique’s 12 Giveaways of Christmas is all about chain! Chain is a versatile beading component that we all love and use! You can make bracelets, anklets, necklaces, eye glass holders, earrings and more out of chain. This giveaway is for all the chain you see in the photo, and one chain in […]

Welcome to giveaway #6 of Beadaholique’s 12 Giveaways of Christmas! This is the halfway point and to mark this special occasion, we are playing Secret Santa! This giveaway is a surprise, and we are keeping the photos blurred but you can still try to make out what might be included. Of course it’s filled with […]

Day #5 of Beadaholique’s 12 Giveaways of Christmas! For day 5 we thought it would be fun to give away a Mr. Kitty’s Big Bead Bonanza™ Beads Mix to not just 1 winner, but to 5 different winners! Each winner will receive a Mr. Kitty’s beads mix full of a 1/2 pound of beads, metal components, chain, […]

Welcome to Day #4 of Beadaholique’s 12 Giveaways of Christmas! For this giveaway we have put together a collection of beautiful and useful jewelry making findings! These are the functional components needed to transform your piles of beads into jewelry. Everyone needs more findings and this giveaway will replenish your stash nicely. In it you will […]

The moon, being the nearest celestial object, has fascinated mankind for eons. The moon has been associated with strange behaviour, violent fits and werewolves. The word “lunacy” comes from the name of the Roman goddess, Luna who was supposedly the embodiment of the moon and a complement of the sun god,  Sol.  There are many […]

Day #3 of Beadaholique’s 12 Giveaways of Christmas! If you love adding sparkle to everything and think “the more sparkle the better”, then this is the giveaway for you! We are giving away a Crystal Lane 7-in-1 Hot Fix Crystal Rhinestone Applicator Wand that comes with 250 crystals!  Featured Video: Beadaholique Live Class Replay: DIY Ornaments […]

Adjustable cord bracelets are probably the fastest ones you can make.  It’s a good technique to use for using up odd beads. Gemstone ones are particularly desirable. Those who are metal allergic will be interested in this method as there are no metal clasps.  Check out this easy and quick tutorial which uses a straw […]

It is day #2 of Beadaholique’s 12 Giveaways of Christmas! For this giveaway we chose one of the most popular tools of the year, you could almost call it a machine! It’s the amazing Tulip i-cord KNITTER tool that actually makes knitted braids in just minutes. It’s an amazing thing to watch and you can see […]

Welcome to day #1 of Beadaholique’s 12 Giveaways of Christmas! For this first giveaway, we wanted to give something that everyone could use, whether you are new to jewelry making or a seasoned pro! We are giving away a beautiful 8-piece tool set with all the tools needed to make bracelets, earrings, necklaces, and more.  […]

I featured Ukrainian beadwork designer, Polina of CrazyAcademy before. She is a prolific bead artist constantly adding tutorials and kits. She may call herself a “crazy” beader but in truth she is a highly motivated and hardworking creative who is passionate about her craft.  The last time I wrote about her amazing necklace patterns and […]