Promise of Peace Folk Art Beaded Crosses

These handcrafted cross feature lavish beading on a frame of enameled and/or natural wire.  There is beadwork on all surfaces, and the beads are woven into a sturdy, beautiful ornament of faith.  The crosses come with a printed Bible verse and are strung onto 3" cords.

One of my favorite ways to display these is to hang them from a drawer pull or cabinet knob so that each time I open that drawer or door, I see and enjoy it.  The crosses are 3.5" tall and 3" across, so if you add a longer cord or chain, you can also have a bold, beautiful cross necklace!

These crosses are $29.00; but....psssst!  I occasionally offer them at eBay with a starting bid of only $14.00.  They make a great gift of encouragement for yourself, friend, or loved one.  

Make a Unique Flower Lady Necklace

This unique pendant features flower bead charm embellishments. The tutorial includes the instructions and photographs to make this 2" pendant with necklace cord.
$3.99

Oh, you've got to shop at this Etsy Store!

I just received my six pendants from Kelly at http://shesthatgirl.etsy.com, and I can't say enough good things about them; they are cute, whimsical, beautiful, and adorable, and the quality is outstanding....

Junk Jewelry Project, part 2

This was another lone earring from my junk jewelry purchase a few weeks ago. I removed the wire 'fringe' that it had, and replaced it with a more colorful beaded fringe and strung it onto a leather cord for a pendant. I also added a carnelian disk bead to hide the wire-wrapped loop on the bail.

Get Ready for Valentine's Day - Pink Heart Pendant Tutorial ePattern

Whip up a pretty pink heart pendant for your favorite valentine. The tutorial includes instructions and photographs, and can be found at:

http://stores.lulu.com/busycrowstudio

My tutorials are now also at Bead-Patterns

My tutorials are now also available at Bead-Patterns.com, where you can always get an instant download. My most recent listing is the Peach Blossom Pendant....make a pretty beaded frame for a lovely pearl blossom, and embellish with fringe. The tutorial includes complete instructions and photos.

Flower Basket Pendant e-Pattern Tutorial available

Weave a wire basket, and fill it with sparkling bead flowers. Make your creation even more special by choosing the birthstone colors of your family for the flowers. The design can be made into a brooch or pendant. The tutorial includes complete instructions, photos, and design suggestions. The tutorial is available at:

http://stores.lulu.com/busycrowstudio

Whimsical Wire Wrapped Frog Pendant Tutorial

Create a whimsical wire wrapped frog pendant with wire and beads. The tutorial is now available at:

http://stores.lulu.com/busycrowstudio

Wire Wrapped Nugget Cross Pendant E-Pattern Tutorial

If you want to make a bold statement, try making this pendant with top-drilled Swarovski bicones and silver wire; or for a softer look, try using small freshwater potato pearls and silver wire. And of course, for a beautiful Southwestern look, make one in copper with turquoise nugget beads. The tutorial includes step by step instructions and photos, with design ideas to make the creation uniquely your own. The tutorial is available at:

http://stores.lulu.com/busycrowstudio