Gallery of Designs for Seed Beading

Spring is in the air—and on your wrist with this delightful daisy chain stitch bracelet!

Tila beads in Southwestern colors form an eye-catching pair of mosaic earrings perfect for attending a rodeo or spending a day at the ranch.

With a sultry plunging neckline, the delicate antique components work in harmony with valiant focals to exhibit an alluring, unwavering feminine power.

Bursts of leopardskin jasper interspersed between fascinating fossil gemstone beads make for a beautiful statement necklace.

Join the hummingbirds for a day in this stunning bib necklace. The creativity and precision with which this piece was made earned it the Wonderful Whimsy Award.

Inspired by the fish of the same name, "Parrot Fish" features a vibrant color palette reminiscent of tropical fish scales shimmering beneath the ocean waves.

Inspired by the wildfires in California, this freeform wall décor came together with a wide variety of beads and components, truly capturing the feeling of warmth and flames.

A lampworked glass bead is the star of this floral-themed bracelet, framed by perfectly matched seed beading.

Take a run through the jungle with this beaded tiger purse. "Hunting by Moonlight" is bound to draw attention with its realistic portrayal of such a fierce creature.

Diane McPhee's "Theo" immortalizes the memory of a beloved furry friend. Vivid seed bead stitches paint a picture of a kind, loving animal.

It was the vivid colors captured in the morning dew in Edwin Batres' garden that inspired this dimensional design. "Rocio" is a stunner packed with textural appeal.

Find yourself wrapped up in a classic Lithuanian fairy tale while wearing this gold medal-winning bracelet by designer Ezartesa.

Designed to resemble the bonds of love and hopes for the future, "Mother of the Bride" is both a statement piece and a cherished heirloom.

"Cinco de Mayo" celebrates the beauty of Mexican fashion and folklore. Brightly beaded flowers in rich colors give this design a sugar skull-like appearance.

Join Jody Young for part 2 of her seed bead embroidery series. Learn how to beautifully accent cabachons with a couching-style stitch.

A necklace with iridescent light and drenched in jewels, Sheherazade's Necklace was designed for a daring princess.

In part 4 of Jody Young's bead embroidery series, learn Jody's favorite stitch: the catepillar stitch.

In part 5 of Jody Young's bead embroidery series finish off your components with a picot stitch.

Celestial Crystal® beads add sparkle to this easy seed-beaded necklace and earrings project.

A gift fit for a princess, this piece was a finalist in the crystal contest. It was created using multiple types of Crystal Passions® and the always appealing Miyuki glass seed beads.

Make a merry mosaic ornament with Miyuki seed beads, then trim the tree with Czech fire-polished glass beads as the final touch.

Celebrate the cycles of life and the seasons with this braided wrap bracelet. Seed beads, wire and an acorn charm make this design even sweeter.

Give designs like this beautiful, beaded necklace dimension by using a variation of seed bead colors, shapes and sizes.

Mimic the magic of stained-glass windows with this dimensional ornament design to bring vibrant color to your holiday decor.

Inspired by the native peoples and spirit of the Pacific Northwest, this design comes together as a collage of earthly elements woven together atop a textured seed bead surface.

This colorful set includes a bracelet composed of even count peyote stitch and trendy seed bead fringe earrings made using brick stitch.

Though the original is crafted of metals and paints, Bethani Venderah’s Jerusalem Theotokos in Beads adds a unique detail and flair to the iconic piece.

The beaded petals of this radial collar design bring a touch of sparkling springtime joy to every outfit.

This earring design evokes the charm of snowflakes with its intricate geometric patterns. Coppery-red seed beads complement shimmering bicones half-coated in metallic gold, offering a touch of subtle Christmas spirit or year-round wardrobe allure.

Make something spooky inspired by Yasmine Gamal's "Her Majesty". Her fierce vampire queen, rests with beaded wings unfurled, poised to conquer all who stand before her.

Let Yvette Jones' "Silver Flapper Choker" inspire your next seed bead project. This choker accentuates the neckline and back and adds flair.

"Elijah's Rainbows" demonstrates the loving, creative qualities of the bond between mother and child. This vibrant design earned a silver medal for its intricate beauty.

Like the sun's rays disappearing behind domed hills, colored bands of beads trace the curves of gemstone cabochon accents.

The trying times of a global pandemic inspired Tawny Druar to create this "Momma Bear" face mask with exquisite seed bead work.

Calling on inspiration from ancient Egyptian jewelry trends, Ezartesa found a beautiful balance of classic meets modern with her seamless blend of color and geometric shapes.

Wander through the Villa Lidozzi in this design. Inspired by the beauty of vintage Italian tesserae, this three-piece set uses seed beads to mimic the hand-painted floral cabochons.

Designer Tatiana Van Iten proved that artistic inspiration can be found anywhere by creating "Quarantine", a four-piece set based on a favorite television show.

Swetlana Bondarava's "SnailyLove" features adorable mollusks crawling about intricate seed bead work in a color palette that fits perfectly with modern jewelry trends.

Make a wish on the beaded sprouts of this moody, dandelion-inspired necklace with gorgeous detailing from front to back.

Travel to ocean depths and explore the reefs below with Sue Hicke's "Coral Reef". Beaded fish swim among plant life and waves in this detailed set.

Inspired by the beauty of Japan's winters, "-50 °F" exhibits organic forms covered in frost through the use of seed beads, crystals and pearls.

Explore the Pleiades star cluster through this stunning necklace by designer Ryoko Dowling, a silver medal-winning piece that intertwines history, culture and astronomy.

Enjoy fragrant blooms beneath a sky full of stars in Patricia Parker's "Stella Polaris", the Grand Prize silver medal winner in our 2020 contest featuring seed beads.

Inspired by fantasy and the mystical, Michele Dischino's "Dreamcatching Dragon" won a gold medal in our 2020 Seed Bead contest for its creativity and detailed seed bead work.

Inspired by geometric shapes, particularly triangles, this necklace by designer Marina Garbo earned a bronze medal for its ingenuity and unique style.

"Rain Season" features intricate beadwork on removable panels. These shoes can be converted from simple beaded sandals to showstopping costume pieces!

Give the term "Snow Angel" a whole new meaning with this design. Lois Thome hand-stitched Delica® seed beads to create a sweet angel ornament.

Keep Santa warm and cozy on his midnight sleigh ride with this bronze medal-winning design from Lisa and Sam Yerby. The big man himself is sure to thank you!

Sometimes a single piece or color can inspire a design. When designer Lisa Martinez saw the pairing of matte black and gold seed beads, this necklace was born!

"Le Soleil" by designer Laura Giusti encapsulates the warmth and radiance of the sun. It's no wonder this shimmering, intricate necklace took home the Grand Prize gold medal!

Kente cloth originates in Ghana, Africa, and was initially worn mostly by royalty. Larry Brown's "Beaded Kente Shawl" combines tradition with creativity for a truly special piece.

This shimmering seed bead necklace was inspired by a happy memory between mother and son. Watch the sea turtle swim among the reef in Kylie Drapala's design.

Inspired by a song featuring eight different cellos, "Chocolate Dreams" features loops and swirls of rich brown seed beads that mimic the different melodies of music.

Kathy Ray’s Indian Princess bracelet combines turquoise seed beads with natural materials and tones for a modern spin on a classic Native American design

Be cute in copper! Kathy Ray’s Copper Heart bracelet combines classic copper and leather for a fun spin on a Western classic.

These berry beautiful raspberry seed bead earrings look good enough to eat!

No creature captures the feeling of Western freedom like the majestic stallion, and no jewelry captures that sentiment as purely as Diane Spencer’s Andalusian Stallion Head Beaded Medallion.

The three-dimensional "Zinnia" blossoms in Ryoko Dowling's necklace design are realistically rendered in colorful seed beads. The friendly summer flowers hang from sturdy seed-beaded chains representing leaves, all woven with plaited herringbone stitch.

Amanda Bielski-Wright masterfully weaves a breathtaking representation of the "Sunrise" as it fills the sky with vibrant colors. This splendid necklace captures the graceful home flight of a ceramic owl by Laura Mears, which inspired the piece.

Laura Embrey challenged herself to reproduce an intricate pattern seen on a diary cover. Using seed beads and crystals, Laura has created a necklace worthy of a "Renaissance Queen."

Inspired by the artistry of ancient Egypt, Giannella Cau Bijoux's "Egyptian Rhapsody" necklace beautifully captures the essence of classic designs and techniques.

Inspired by her love of marine life in general and the octopus in particular, Jama Watts created Eight Arms to Hold You as a tribute to this fascinating sea creature. Strands of seed beads represent coral branches for the bead-embroidered octopus to play in.

Create fabulous bracelets with odd count herringbone stitch.

FireLine® thread weaves seed beads into colorful circles reminiscent of wildflowers and woodland greenery in this jewelry set.

Shimmering crystals are framed in a rainbow of colors and cupchain in Jamie L Parker’s pair of gorgeous Pride Color earrings.

Growing up, Elena Landzberg loved the majesty of lions. As an adult, it's only natural that she brings that love to life with her gorgeous Lion seed-beaded bracelet.

Calley Begay manages to capture that Western feel with the vibrant colors and extra-long fringe on her gorgeous Desert Thunderbird earrings.

Inspired by the rich history of Sardinia Island in Italy, Giannella Cau’s Ichnusa transports you to a bygone era of fantasy and mystery.

Designed for a Charleston dancer, Anna Rita Fabiani’s Gingers headpiece features all the glam and glamour of a fantastic stage performance.

Sarouchka Lobbens was inspired by the movie Pretty Woman to make this adorable My Heart's Desire collar necklace.

Inspired by the Huichol people of western Mexico, Lindsay Reavis’ Rainbow Basket Weave brings the bright vibrance of their distinctive art style to the wearable motion of chandelier earrings.

Create your own seed beaded pen sleeves for one-of-a-kind writing embellishment.

An incredible seed-beaded net in silver, gold and copper tones is finished with a dramatic fringe of black Czech glass dagger beads.

Use seed bead embroidery to bring personality to otherwise basic shirts. This style is perfect for Southwestern-inspired looks or gifts!

Braid with all the colors of autumnal transformation in this beaded kumihimo bracelet project. The gentle gradient is completed with a mix of antiqued metal leaf charms

Let creativity take flight with these adorable butterfly earrings.

Brenda Tracy’s "Dominique Rooster" uses intricate seed bead detailing to make a barnyard display piece that will have you crowing!

Seed beads as scales! Sharon Beagle’s "Corn Snake" uses intricate patterns to give this slithering friend a lifelike appearance.

Quoth the raven, “Beautiful!” Cheryl Lacy’s "Raven" is sudded and weaved with rhinestones and cabochons for a mysterious and magical display piece.

Use the tubular chenille stitch to re-create this lively bracelet featuring pastel colors and a sweet floral turtle.

Fossilized ammonite focals perfectly represent horns in Inge Sager's Ram's Head pendant.

Create festive Christmas tree earrings by combining tiny crystal bicones and large seed beads. These charming earrings capture the holiday spirit with their joyful design.

Susan Hacker's Cascade of Pearls is a true holiday gem. With a stunning combination of crystal pearls, seed beads and Czech glass beads, this Christmas ornament adds a touch of elegance to your festive decor.

Bicones, seed beads and rivoli rhinestones boasting iridescent coating give these earrings the glitter of snowflakes combined with a refreshing tropical palette.

Add to your home's rustic aesthetic with this seed bead embellished wall art mounted on a wooden cutting board.

The polish of beaded jewelry and the wearability of a scarf meld together in this rustic patchwork necklace.

Make a bold floral fashion statement with this necklace featuring an amethyst geode emerging from the purple and orange beaded blossoms.

Celebrate seasonal blooms in style with the sunflower heads blossoming from the beaded tendril of this radiant floral necklace.

Continue the cycle of artists inspiring artists. This beaded wall hanging is based off a cross stich pattern and inspired by a painting.

A blissful beaded dragonfly zooms about the trumpeting spring blooms of this garden-inspired necklace.

Kristina Joseph's grand prize-winning design "Briar Rose" claimed the grand prize with its breath of rich detail and innovation. The central stone can be swapped!

The matte finish of Delica® seed beads give this loomed design a satisfying smoothness and a consistent color saturation.

Incorporate the iconic Christmas tree not only into your earring designs, but even your jewelry displays with a mini Christmas tree and these fun presentation ideas.

Drawing from Nordic myths, Cath Thomas created this gauntlet for the goddess of snow and hunting, Skadi. Included into the beaded "metal" are runes of good health, luck and peace.

The custom design possibilities with crafting paper and glass cabochon focals is endless. This design showcases a floral motif with coordinating beads.

Natalia Pedersen's Blue Denim Style Bracelet is a masterful creation, drawing inspiration from Barbara Ellis's "Forever in Blue Jeans" tutorial featured in the 2009 Beadwork Magazine. This clever seed-beaded design won the Silver Medal in our 2010 jewelry-making contest.