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Beads and Beyond Magazine December issue OUT NOW

Beads and Beyond Dec 09 Issue out now and available from www.shineyrocks.co.uk

Projects included in the December issue:-

A shimmering and head-turning jewellery set to update your little black dress this Christmas

Rippling river

Wirework silver links and texture to connect stunning deep blue beads

Swallows and amazons

Bend Vintaj brass to create a setting for a beautiful gemstone coin, learn how to manipulate this fascinating and intricate material

Blinging the blues

Use simple linking techniques to create this sparkling and contemporary jewellery set using rich blues and silver components

Electric dreams (by Shiney Company)

Create an electric blue bling ring and matching earring set with some basic stringing techniques

Buy the kit for this project by clicking here…

Russian dolls

Use fimo and sparkling gems to create cute beaded Russian dolls and then turn into gorgeous stocking fillers for Christmas

Dazzling diva cuff

Use peyote stitch to encase a rivoli and create this cuff fit for any diva on the dance floor this Christmas!

Golden strands

Crochet a multi-strand golden necklace and learn how to incorporate beads for a dainty finish

Sparkle cuts

Cut out a snowflake shape and add a festive sparkle with glitter and beads to create a gorgeous decoration

Dewdrops

This fascinating technique will teach you how to melt dichroic glass in the microwave and create a fabulous pair of earrings

Party sparklers

Melt wire into your lampwork beads and encase with clear glass to create these tiny sparklers!

Holiday keepsake

Wire wrap a sentimental keepsake in a silver cage, then embellish with beads and decorative coils