Welcome to my Passion - Lampwork Beads!
I started making beads around 2002, and after starting and quitting other crafts and hobbies, beadmaking is the one that "stuck" - my studio is my favorite place to be, and I can't imagine ever giving it up!
Within this lens you will find some of my favorite photos, as well as links to all of my sites (blog, store, newsletter). I've also highlighted some of my favorite lampworking books and some jewelry books that are great for projects with lampwork beads.
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Pandora Style Beads
Did you know I can make them?
I don't design or work for Pandora or any of the other similar companies (Chamilia, Biagi, Trollbeads), but almost any of the beads I make can be made to fit Pandora bracelets!Just contact me and I can give you a quote. I use mostly Italian glass and can work with you to create unique designs in colors that you love.
And remember, when you buy artisan beads, you are buying beads that are one of a kind and very special - unlike the cheap factory-made beads sold at the craft stores.
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Handcrafted Lampwork Glass Beads by Nichole Byers
I think this set is really cool - the colors are unexpected, but they "go" so well with each other. Teal, blue, yellow ochre, and periwinkle, this set has three "lentil" shaped beads that are complimented by several accent beads in various colors and designs.
Purchase My Lampwork Glass Beads on Etsy
Etsy is also the venue I've chosen to sell my handmade glass beads. I've found that Etsy caters to a customer base that appreciates quality, and the sense of community offered by Etsy is wonderful.
My store is located at nicholebeads.etsy.com . If you aren't a member yet, you can click here to join Etsy. It's free!
Nichole Byers's Links
- Nichole Byers Website
- My blog, where you get all the latest news about my new beads, as well as occasional ramblings
- Nichole's Bead Shop on Etsy
- This is where you go to buy my handmade lampwork glass beads!
- Sign Up for Nichole's Bead Newsletter
- If you are interested in getting occasional updates on new beads and other news, then join my private mailing list. I don't share my list with anyone, and you'll get a newsletter about every 2 weeks (sometimes every week, sometimes three weeks - it varies).
- How to Make Glass Beads
- This is my other Squidoo lens about how to get started making your own glass beads! It is truly an addictive craft, but it can be difficult to get started. This lens give you the scoop on what you need to make your own glass beads.
Books About How To Make Glass Beads
Learn to make your own lampwork beads
Making Glass Beads
Amazon Price: $10.17 (as of 12/02/2009) 
Passing the Flame: A Beadmaker's Guide to Detail and Design
Amazon Price: (as of 12/02/2009)
Creating Lampwork Beads for Jewelry
Amazon Price: $16.49 (as of 12/02/2009)
Beads of Glass
Amazon Price: $29.95 (as of 12/02/2009)
Glass Bead Workshop: Building Skills, Exploring Techniques, Finding Inspiration
Amazon Price: $16.47 (as of 12/02/2009)
"Janelle" set in primary colors, Feb. 2009
I love the bright and fun colors in this set - it was rendered in mostly primary colors, but without coming across as being juvenile or circus-like. I think the key to acheiving sophistication in primary colors is to just use two (like the red and blue in this set), and then accentuate them with secondary and tertiary colors (such as the lime green and yellow-orange). A hint of black also helps the set work well in women's jewelry.
Make Your Own Jewelry With Nichole Byers Lampwork Beads
The Beader's Handbook On Lampwork: An Introduction To Working With Art Glass Beads
Amazon Price: $12.95 (as of 12/02/2009)
Bead on a Wire: Making Handcrafted Wire and Beaded Jewelry
Amazon Price: $15.63 (as of 12/02/2009)
Beautiful Wire Jewelry for Beaders: Creative Wirework Projects for All Levels
Amazon Price: $14.93 (as of 12/02/2009)
Big Bead Jewelry: 35 Beautiful, Easy-to-Make Projects
Amazon Price: $17.09 (as of 12/02/2009)
Designing Jewelry with Glass Beads
Amazon Price: $15.61 (as of 12/02/2009)
Nichole's Jewelry and Beads on Flickr
All these jewelry pieces were made with my lampwork glass beads, for a jewelry show in 2006. The two polka-dotted heart beads have been sold.
Guestbook - Thanks For Stopping By!
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- Jimmie Jimmie May 12, 2009 @ 3:40 am
- They are truly gorgeous!
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