Category Archives: Free Beading Tutorial

Free Bead Loom Pattern – Rainbow Chevron Ombre with Border

Posted on August 6, 2020 by samwescott

Hey, everybody! In my last post, I shared my adventures in learning how to use my Ricks Beading Loom and shared three bracelets that I had made with it. I really enjoyed the learning process and I got SO MANY … Continue reading →

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Free Tutorial – Jumbo Filled Netting with 6x8mm Rondelle Beads

Posted on April 22, 2019 by samwescott

Recently I realized that I have an embarrassingly large stash of 6x8mm faceted rondelle beads. Since I can only make so many Double Split Ring Bracelets, I really wanted to try to find another way to use them. I couldn’t find … Continue reading →

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Christmas Ornaments 2018!

Posted on December 16, 2018 by samwescott

Hey, everybody! Is anyone else absolutely drowning in holiday prep and activities? I’ve been at a slight loss lately because, even though I’ve been beading plenty, it’s all be been for gifts, so I can’t post photos anywhere! But! We … Continue reading →

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Free Russian Spiral Tutorial – Wrangling a Six-Color Spiral

Posted on January 22, 2017 by samwescott

Hello, my dear beady friends! I’m almost ready to come back from my Etsy hiatus – at the moment, I’m expecting to open back up on February 1st. But. in the meantime, I wanted to share a quick photo tutorial … Continue reading →

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Free Tutorial – Graduated Spiral Rope Stitch, Version A

Posted on March 4, 2015 by samwescott

So, spiral ropes are pretty ubiquitous in the beadweaving world, right? The basic technique is explained in the back of every Beadwork and Bead & Button Magazine and the internet is full of great free tutorials and YouTube videos on … Continue reading →

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Tweaked Version of SuperDuo Knit Herringbone Bracelet

Posted on September 6, 2014 by samwescott

So, I have been seeing lots of beautiful bracelets on Pinterest and Facebook made from Potomac Bead Company’s SuperDuo Knit Herringbone video on YouTube and was dying to try it for myself. When I finally got around to it, though, … Continue reading →

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