The contest is running on Facebook right now. Click on the pictures below to be linked to the
Facebook page. Click LIKE on your favorite design. Design with the most votes will win.
Friday, July 20, 2012
Monday, April 30, 2012
Do you enjoy patterns that require two hole tile beads, such as Miyuki Tilas? I recommend using what I consider the better tile bead.
My latest, royalty free tile bead pattern is now available for download!
With this fun, elegant pattern you will learn time saving techniques that help you work with CzechMate Tile beads in configurations never thought possible. I hope from this simple pattern you will be inspired to build upon your skills and integrate your own creativity into designing amazing, cutting edge works of art!
Also included in this booklet is a full color reference to the vast array of color choices currently available. Ask for them at your local bead store!
My latest, royalty free tile bead pattern is now available for download!
With this fun, elegant pattern you will learn time saving techniques that help you work with CzechMate Tile beads in configurations never thought possible. I hope from this simple pattern you will be inspired to build upon your skills and integrate your own creativity into designing amazing, cutting edge works of art!
Also included in this booklet is a full color reference to the vast array of color choices currently available. Ask for them at your local bead store!
Friday, April 20, 2012
Amidst this growth we have decided to retire most of our traditional Handmade-Lampwork beads. The final day we will be accepting orders for this category is May 15th. Please visit the link below and make your final selections:http://www.czechbeads.com/Catalog/Default.aspx?cid=103&p=0
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Thursday, April 5, 2012
My favorite part of designing patterns that teach people how to use new beads is seeing the natural, creative progression that happens when talented people build upon an original concept.
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| Elizabethan Flowers on Herringbone |
Elizabethan Flowers on Herringbone (back)
Individually these flowers can be used in all forms of jewelry. What potential do you see? If you'd like to learn how to make these flowers, please ask your local bead store to carry Rose Petals 14/13mm.
Monday, April 2, 2012
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| Herringbone with Tile Beads Center Embellishment By Marcia Balonis |
CzechMates Tile Bead 6mm : Twilight - Jonquil (250-66-W8013)
Round 11/0 : Frosted Gold-Lined Crystal (TR-11-989F)
Round 11/0 : Gilded Marble Lavender (TR-11-1704)
This is my first attempt at making "Herringbone with Tila Beads" by Marcia Balonis. The pattern was originally designed for Tila beads, but I found that the CzechMates Tile beads integrated seamlessly into the design. I don't have much experience with the herringbone stitch so it took me a while to hit my stride. A friend of mine told me that herringbone, although a simple and beautiful stitch, can be frustrating and difficult for certain types of people. I didn't believe her until about forty-five minutes later when I hadn't made it past the fifth row. My mind couldn't allow me to move forward knowing the beads were sitting all wonky. I now know that I must have faith that the stitch will work itself out. Fortunately, I will have the opportunity to expand upon my skills with Marcia's new pattern for a double wide version of the bracelet that is now available for purchase on her website: www.baublesbybalonis.net
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Thursday, March 15, 2012
CzechMates Tile Bead - the NEW NAME for our Two-Hole Tile Flat Square beads.
Three New Colors just activated on our website:
Compared to other Two-Hole Tile Beads on the market:
CzechMates Tile Beads come on 50 Piece Nylon Stands, are more durable, come in more colors and have OVER 2x larger holes. The corners are pressed so they are softly rounded and will not cut into your skin or thread. See for yourself. Use the BETTER TILE BEAD... CzechMates Tile Beads.
Manufactured EXCLUSIVELY by Starman’s Factory in the Czech Republic.
We are a wholesale ONLY company.
Monday, February 20, 2012
We wanted to share with you an amazing piece by a fabulous designer, Christy Drexel of Round Robin. Christy used beads from her StarPicks program box, embellished it with beads from her own collection to come up with this amazing one of a kind necklace.
Click here to see more details on getting signed up on the StarPicks program or call Lisa today at (888) 683-2323 x17.
Monday, February 13, 2012
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| Creativity on the verge of insanity |
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