Issue 36 is winging its way to subscribers as we speak! As well as being a jam-packed issue, crammed full of stunning Oriental inspired designs we are also extra excited as this issue sees the launch of the British Bead Awards 2012. For full details make sure you check out page 40.
Some of our 2011 award winning artists feature this issue, including cover star Rebecca Anderson’s Sakura Lei, a unique collar combining beadwork and wirewrapping. Kristal Wick was another of our big winners – taking two awards last year – try her sparkling necklace, a variation on her show-stopping piece.
A new designer to Bead is Erin Simonetti – a beadwork artist with an unrivalled passion for looming. You're going to love her Prosperity Dragon Cuff. This project takes bead looming to a whole new level.
There are designer profiles this issue on Bead designer Sian Nolan and Satoko Parsons, a creator of unique origami jewellery, as well as projects from both.
We’ve also got all the lowdown on The Big Bead Show, taking place at Sandown Park, Esher on March 31. Don’t miss this issue to claim your free ticket! We’re holding workshops again too and all the info on these can be found on page 48.
Subscribers to the digital i-Mag can view their copies online now! General on sale is January 18.
Other exciting stuff from us includes some fabulous new films released today on Bead.TV! Be the first to watch Bev Pilarzyk’s Convertible Knitted Necklace or learn how to make some elegant filigree jewellery with Beth Kraft.Watch them now at www.bead.tv
What a way to end the week! Have a fab weekend and happy beading!
x Chloe x
