Bead a Tiny Sweater for the Holidays!

A Tiny Beaded Sweater for the Holidays ?✨

There’s just something about the holiday season that makes us crave cozy sweaters, twinkling lights, and handmade treasures. This year, we’re bringing all of that festive charm to your bead mat with the most delightful little project: a tiny peyote stitch “fair isle” sweater!

This adorable pattern, designed by the incredibly creative Didi of Crafty Bead, is our little holiday gift to you. From now through December 1st, you’ll receive the printed pattern free with every purchase. It’s the perfect miniature project to bead up while sipping hot cocoa, listening to carols, or sneaking in some crafty “me time” during the holiday bustle.

And yes—it’s just as cute as it sounds. Think classic fair isle details and all the warm, wintry vibes you’d expect from a handmade sweater, only tiny! Perfect for festive earrings or as charms or even as a pretty gift tag charm.

About the Designer: Didi Kowalski of Crafty Bead

Didi is the brilliant mind behind Crafty Bead, where she designs peyote and brick stitch patterns that are playful, geometric, and totally unique. In her own words:

“I design patterns for flat stitches as peyote and brick, hoping they break the mold - a little bit of geometry, some innovative shapes, and a whole lot of 'Why not?'
I’m the twisted one who gives my designs names no sane catalog would ever approve.
My goal is simple: to make sure your hands are busy, your face is smiling, and your jewelry is noticeable.
I don’t follow trends, I craft them.”

We love Didi’s fearless approach to design, and this tiny sweater is the perfect example—charming, unexpected, and sure to make you smile.

What You’ll Need

The free pattern includes the full chart, but here’s a quick peek at the Miyuki Delica bead colors you’ll need to make your own Holiday Sweater identical to the one in the picture you received with your order:

• DB0141 Transparent Crystal (Count: 16)

• DB0206 Opaque Salmon (Count: 92)

• DB0656 Dyed Opaque Green (Count: 121)

• DB0734 Opaque Dark Brown (Count: 48)

• DB791 Dyed Opaque Red (Count: 190)

If you don't want to buy a full tube of each color you need we've created a lovely new Delica mix that includes all the colors you need in a convenient small quantity! 

Designer suggested threads include KO or Miyuki thread for a more supple feel and Fireline for a stiffer project.

Just gather your beads, thread your needle, and get ready for some holiday beading magic.

A Little Gift from Us to You

This season is all about giving, and we’re thrilled to share this cheerful pattern with our beading community. Whether you turn your finished sweater into a pendant, ornament, or even a playful charm, it’s a festive way to celebrate the season and show off your beading skills.

So go ahead—add some sparkle to your cart, enjoy your free pattern, and bead yourself a tiny sweater that’s full of holiday cheer.

Happy Holidays & Happy Beading! ❤️