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International beading week was started in 2015 by The Beadworkers Guild. Each day this week will have a different beading theme. Join us on Facebook for a week of special offers, free patterns, hints and tips.  www.facebook.com/thecraftybeggarbeadshop www.internationalbeadingweek.com www.thebeadworkersguild.com  

We've just had a delivery of lots of lovely new beads and charms.  Make sure you look at the 'new products' section on the homepage. 

Use these instructions to make a simple threaded bracelet using seed beads and glass pearls.  I have used Toho size 11 seed beads in Metallic Iris and white 3mm glass pearls.  If you enjoy making this, why not make a few in different colours.  They would look great if you wear several stacked or make perfect gifts.  You will need;5g seed beads Approx 20 -25 glass pearls Clasp and jump ringBeading threadNeedleScissorsInstructionsThread 1 pearl and 3 seed beads. Continue in this pattern until it is the desired length. After last 3 seed beads and jump ring and 3 more seed beads,...

This weekend get 25% off all orders of £10 or more using code 25off at the checkout. Valid on all full price items. Ends midnight on Sunday 11th April.   All the popper jewellery and poppers are now half price. This line will not be continued so shop now while they are still available.