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We had lots of fun looking through all of your spooky beaded pieces last month! We can't wait what you have in store for our November Sparkle Stage challenge. This time, we're asking you to get inspired by Eureka x Bronzepony's Stonehenge Ancient Ruins Collection!Check out who won last month's Sparkle Stage!See what's in the Stonehenge Ancient Ruins Collection and get inspired!The fun thing about Sparkle stage is you can enter beadwork you made at any time in your beading history, or you c …

Have you heard about the latest craze in the world of beading? Eureka's Beadway Boxes are the answer to every beader's troubles. Say goodbye to the hassle of sifting through endless pages of bead colors, trying to find that perfect match for your next project. These charming, pocket-sized bead sets are designed for both beginners and seasoned beaders alike. They come complete with five tubes of high-quality brand-name beads, expertly curated in the trendiest color palettes to suit a specifi …

If you are just starting out you might find a lot of confusing information which leads to all sorts of questions like:What does Hotfix Flatbacks mean?What is a flatback rhinestone?What is Preciosa VIVA?What is the difference between a crystal and rhinestone?What is the difference between a flatback crystal and a fancy stone?What is the difference between a chaton and a flatback?What does SS mean when sizing crystals?Is an ss34 rhinestone big or small?Are Preciosa crystals high quality?Where to b …

For the first time ever, Eureka Crystal Beads, known for monthly releases of stunning bead collections, has released not one but two collections this October! Leading up to the launch, Eureka held a voting campaign asking followers and shoppers to decide on the October Collection: Nature vs City. In the end, beaders told Eureka ‘why not both?’ with an even split in the voting. And that’s just what Eureka decided to do!Let’s learn a little more about the background of the City Chi …

We had lots of fun looking through all of your beaded pieces using SuperDuo beads last month, and a really hard time choosing our Sparkle Queen! We can't wait what you have in store for our October Sparkle Stage challenge. The theme? SPOOKY SEASON, naturally!Check out who won last month's Sparkle Stage!The fun thing about Sparkle stage is you can enter beadwork you made at any time in your beading history, or you can prepare something new—you have a whole month to prepare, and you can enter as m …

We love creating our bead Collections, and we love that you love them so much!And this October… well, we simply can’t decide which of the two of our favorite themes we should choose!HELP US DECIDE  which collection should be launched on the first Thursday of October:A)  a full of life city-themed collection packed with joyous contrast & vivid neons, fancy shapes and strong statements, ORB)  a dreamy forest collection, tranquil and reminiscent of fairies and the soft light of d …

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, …