Whether you’re just
starting out on your beading journey, or you’re a seasoned expert with years of
beading behind you, we all run out of bead craft ideas sometimes. Have no fear, our handy blog is
here to help give you some inspiration for your next beading project,
specifically using Miyuki
seed beads.
Miyuki seed beads are world-famous Japanese-made glass beads with an upstanding reputation
for their high quality. They are precision-made for consistency across size and
shape, which make them ideal for jewellery making and bead stitching projects. At
CJ Beaders, we stock a wide range of Miyuki seed beads in many sizes and colours. Whatever your
project, we’ll have the right beads for you.
If you’re looking
for bead craft ideas to
use up some leftover seed
beads, or gathering inspiration for your next project, read on!
Bracelets
Jewellery doesn’t
have to be expensive (or shop-bought!). Using Miyuki seed beads, there are hundreds of
different bracelet designs to choose from. Whether you’re looking for something
simple and understated, or something more complex and glamorous, finding
designs online is incredibly easy.
Just take a look at
this free seed bead herringbone bracelet design we have live on our website – a
beautiful combination of metallic seed bead colours and a unique design that will be the talk of
your family and friends.
Earrings
Particularly useful
if you only have a small amount of beads left over, it’s possible to create
unique and eye-catching earrings with Japanese seed beads.
From large chandelier-style earrings to hoops or studs, we stock plenty of options in terms of earring bases to choose from.
Use these as a starting point to create your next design from using Miyuki seed beads.
Looking for some
more specific inspiration? Try this free earring pattern for ‘Class of ‘99’ Earrings from Beadalon.
Phone or Bag Charms
Have you heard the
news? Accessory charms are back in fashion, and are a great bead craft idea to
get your creative brain going.
Why not personalise
your phone or bag with a unique, hand-made charm? Use keychain, chain or other
bead findings to attach your design to your bag or phone case to add something
to your look. Just look at this adorable example of Miyuki bead Maneki Neko charms – switch the delica for your favourite
shade of seed beads and
you’re good to go!
Keychains
Similar to the
above, if you’re looking for small hand-made gift ideas that you can
personalise, keychains are a great bead craft idea.
All you need is a keychain clasp and beading wire to connect your design and
you’ll have the perfect gift or accessory.
We stock a range of
key chain and key ring findings and bundles perfect for a Miyuki seed bead project. Our
Beadable Gifts Bundle includes phone charm cords, keyrings, and
more!
Clothing Embellishments
(add hems, collars,
embellish hats or headbands)
Finally, for bead craft ideas that go
beyond making something entirely new, why not try embellishing items you
already have?
We all have that
one item that we never wear, or wish was just slightly different. You can make
your clothing more unique and wearable by adding something extra using Japanese seed beads!
Using Miyuki seed beads you could
add extra hemming, collars, or even add a small design to hats or headbands to
make your outfit shine.
Brooches and pendants also make for excellent embellishments for clothing and
accessories.
Check out our blog
for more bead craft ideas and
free patterns to give inspiration for your next project. Not sure which size or
colour Miyuki seed beads you’re
looking for? Get in touch and we’ll be happy to help. Or, pop into our New
Forest store and see the amazing range in person! We’re open Monday
– Friday 09:30 – 14:30.