Say Yes to Geometric Beadwork
Geometric beadwork has become a movement of its own. We’re excited to share it with you in a feature article from Kate McKinnon (page 28), along with projects to fuel your imagination. For those of you who need a little break from shaped beads, you’ll find five inspiring seed bead-focused designs. Wendy Ellsworth’s Stellar Explosion bangles (page 32) make us smile while taking our breath away, and Nicole Vogt’s Golden Frames necklace (page 42) is nothing short of stunning. The rest of this issue is packed with inspiration, too. We’re smitten with the whimsical Kitefish Earrings (page 54) that spotlights five of our favorite new shaped beads. Technical editor Meredith Steele shows off 10 products you’ll want to try in Cool Stuff (page 6). Bead Buzz is all about the new…