Original Designs in Hand Crafted Beaded Micro Macrame Jewelry.

I recently opened a new online shop at ArtFire.com and I love it. It has so many features and I like the interface. - See module "My New Artfire Studio" for links/rss feed.

I also opened a "Pattern Shop" where you don't have to wait for me to check my email. After checkout, you will be directed to download page right away.

I also finished a new pattern last night "Criss Cross Bracelet" (see photo at right) and have it listed at all 3 online locations.

See module "Learn How to Make it Yourself" for links to all 3 online shops (where you can find the new pattern among others).

Want to learn how to make beautiful and unique beaded jewelry? Why not give Micro Macrame a try...

To get you started, I am offering "Basic Macrame Knots and Helpful Hints", "Spirals Anklet or Bracelet", and "Spirals Key Chain" for FREE. Check them out, they will give you an idea of how I write my patterns.

Besides the two free patterns mentioned above, I have written 10 more patterns (See ShowCases below for photos)...:

Waves Bracelet and Earrings,
Fans Bracelet,
Fans Necklace and Earrings,
Lacy Ripples Bracelet,
Victorian Lace Earrings (matches Lacy Ripples Bracelet),
Tapestry Bracelet,
Diamonds Bracelet,
Serpentine Bracelet,
Arrow Bracelet, and
Criss Cross Bracelet (my newest pattern)

I offer the patterns individually and I offer a package deal - all 10 patterns at volume discount. I also offer kits with the pattern/tutorial (so don't by the pattern separtely), for those of you who just want to try one out before going out and buying all the materials in quantity.

Venues:

My ArtFire Studio - "Patterns" and "Kits with Patterns/Tutorial" available. Patterns (alone or with kit) are emailed to you after purchase. Kits of course are shipped - via USPS.

My Etsy Shop - "Patterns" and "Kits with Patterns/Tutorial" available. Patterns (alone or with kit) are emailed to you after purchase. Kits of course are shipped - via USPS.

My E-Junkie Pattern Shop - If you don't want to wait for me to check my email and send you your pattern, you can find them all here (Including the package deal). After checkout, you will be directed to download page right away! Save money as well - Since I don't have to do all that emailing, I offer them there at a discount.

I provide continued support in case you have questions regarding the pattern instructions. Find answers and post questions at my website. Just click on "Patterns" under "Categories" (in sidebar). Scroll to the relevant pattern listing to find or post applicable comments. Or, you may contact me (see profile in top left corner of website).

The first real design I came up with was this simple "Spirals" design. It can be used in a variety of ways:

As a bracelet with a button closure This one was published as a project in Step By Step Bead Magazine this summer...



Or a lariat style necklace



Spirals Key Chain



To show just a few.

Another simple but elegant design is "Waves". Primarily made of Square Knots and plenty of beads, this design is an opportunity to play with color themes. One of my favorites is "Amber Waves" shown here in the photo.

By changing the beads used in the "waves" part of the pattern, a completely different look can be achieved as shown in the photo in the introduction above. I had a lot of fun with those.

A very elegant design. It reminds me of the 1930's glitz & glamour.

The Orange and Gold are great for Springtime!

This particular bracelet is no longer available, however, I am always making something new - keep checking in.

Using primarily Lark's Head knots, this motif reminds me of "Victorian Lace".

This is an example of the basic design...



The matching "Lacy Ripples Bracelet"...


One of my favorite variations of "Victorian Lace" is this necklace and earrings set...

Results of playing with some ideas that flashed through my mind one night as I was trying to fall asleep.

One of my favorites, this bracelet reminds me of a tapestry. A beaded tapestry. .

As with all the patterns, there is a lot of room for variations in this Diamonds motif.

Basic variations:





Then there is this one with gemstone chips.



And this one (using fewer strands of cord), I call Yin Yang
There is a little bit of light (pink) in darkness (green), and a little bit of darkness in the light. That is what this simple little design of alternating segments reminds me of.

Criss Cross is basically made with Square Knots! As you can see, change the beads used, and change the look.

This one, "Criss Cross Bracelet with Amethyst Chips" is no longer available.



Then, with 6mm faceted fire-polished crystal beads...

Lattice is one of my earlier designs. I wanted to use some bugle beads and this is what I came up with. I like the open "lattice" effect of this design. It gives it an airy feel.

I have finally written up the pattern for this one! Although based on my "Diamonds" pattern, this design is a bit more intricate, and so it is recommended for intermediate beaders/knotters.

I love the intricacy and texture of this one. It is a lot of fun to make as well..

I just started another lens Beading With Netflix. That is where I will tell you what I think of all those movies and TV series I am renting and watching. (or at least some of them).