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Are you intrigued by the world of beading but don't know where to begin? Well, you're in the right place! Beading is a captivating and rewarding craft that allows you to create beautiful jewelry and decorative pieces. Whether you want to make a unique gift for a loved one, start your own business or simply explore your creativity, this beginner's guide to beading will set you on the right path.Gather Your SuppliesThe first step in your beading journey is to assemble the necessary supplies. Here' …

Nib Bits are multi-hole beads manufactured in the Czech Republic and they have recently surged in popularity within the crafting and jewelry-making communities. These unique beads feature a flat, thin, and slightly curved wedge shape, resembling a corn kernel. Nib Bits have two parallel holes large enough for multiple passes of beading thread. Their subtle irregularity results in beautiful organic-looking creations. Perfect for bezeling and emulating anything natural. Nib Bits beads can be layer …

Fall Fashion Trends Unveiled Get ready to elevate your style game this autumn as we unravel the hottest trends of the season! Let us summarize what's all the rage in fashion this fall and share how we think it can be applied to your beadwork. For more fall and Halloween-themed content, tutorials and products, visit our Fall Festival!From captivating colors to dazzling accessories, fall 2023 is all about embracing contrasts and expressing your unique fashion sense. Dive into a world of subt …

Are you ready to bring your dazzling bead creations into the spotlight? We're thrilled to introduce Sparkle Stage, a monthly extravaganza where your beadwork becomes the star!Starting August 25th, keep your eyes on our Facebook page every last Friday of each month as we drop a theme for our creative beading audience to interpret. Your mission? Show off your beadwork by sharing photos that match the theme in the comment section of our post! The best part? It’s about fun and appreciation, …

Hey there, Beaders!Isn’t the world experiencing some real dog days of summer right now? This got us thinking – not about the heat, let’s not think about that too much, but about our best four-legged friends and how they give us back so much more than we give them! With this thought in mind,we’ve decided we wanted to give back to you, too. It’s time for Eureka's Dog Days of Summer Giveback Event, where your bead shopping not only brings you joy and hours of beading, but also rewards you wi …

[Updated: 8/2 at 4:00 PM]We have a winner!If your name is:Holly,and your email goes something like: h...........r@yahoo.com,please check your mailbox, because you're in for a treat! You'll receive a full Royal Plumage Collection with shipping — but only if you respond to our email message!If Marija does not claim her win, we will send her a reminder in 24 hours. If there is no answer for another 24 hours after that — on July 4th we'll draw again!⁜Eureka’s 2023 Christmas in July is finally here! …

Beaded jewelry has been around forever but with the changes in fashion styles and the economic climate, does it make sense to handmake jewelry to sell in 2023? We've polled a wide swath of designers and jewelry makers and here are the key insights we've been able to gather on what's going on with the handmade beaded jewelry market this year.First of all, the bottom line which we will answer up top is yes. Beaded jewelry can be a popular and sellable product. The demand for beaded jewelry varies …

Hello lovely beaders! One of the most common questions we get is how to figure out which needle you should use for your beading project? Well we are here to help! When it comes to beading, selecting the right needle is crucial for a successful and enjoyable experience. There are various types of beading needles available, each designed to cater to specific needs and preferences. Let's explore some common types:1. Regular Beading Needles: These are the most commonly used needles for general …

Summer is just around the corner and we're launching our beautiful new bead collection in collaboration with Gina from Orchid & Opal called the Sun-Kissed Seashells Collection! If you haven't taken a look at that stunning Collection, make sure you click here to check it out!  But just in case that wasn't enough, we're also doing a giveaway for a $25 virtual gift card to Eureka! Spend your $25 on any items in our shop and be ready to jump start your summer with the best hand made j …

Hi bead lovers, it’s Aga from EurekaCrystalBeads.com and in this post, I'll discuss beading thread!Our YouTube video on this subject turned out quite useful for beaders, and we got some requests to write it all down, so if you prefer to read, here's a deep dive into different types of threads most popular for beading and jewelry making, their pros and cons and the differences between them both in terms of their characteristics as well as practical use. Let's go!Available beading threadsWhen it c …