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Getting Started With Tools

Learn the basic tools you’ll need to start creating jewelry designs while browsing through our brand new How to Get Started with Tools section. Whether you’re attaching rhinestones to fabric or stringing gemstones on wire, you’ll learn the tools you need to get started creating stunning pieces. This section is particularly helpful for beginners who […]

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Swarovski Fall/Winter Color Trends

While temperatures rise and the sun shines, it’s time to start thinking about creating jewelry for fall and winter. Stay on top of the latest color trends with this helpful chart from SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS that fills you in on next seasons most popular hues from ravishing reds to golden neutrals. The Fall/Winter 2010 color trends […]

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Swarovski DIY Guide – Woven Purse

Perfect for a trip to the beach or a day of shopping, this woven purse is bursting with exquisite detail and charm. Follow the step-by-step instructions in this design guide to create this fun Woven Purse. For other Swarovski DIY Guides, visit the Swarovski Resources section in our Learning Center. These instructional guides from Swarovski […]

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Swarovski DIY Guide – Butterfly Shoes

This Butterfly Shoes design guide will help you turn a simple pair of shoes into a captivating part of your wardrobe with gorgeous embellishments! This Instructional Style Guide is complete with detailed illustrations and gorgeous images, and will help you develop beading techniques that will give your designs a professional and unique touch. For other […]

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Frost’s Fire Earrings

Inspired by the themes in Eclipse, the third book in Stephanie Meyer’s popular Twilight series, our designers created a pair of earrings filled with contrast and drama. A true combination of fire and ice, the opposing components in these earrings, provide a wonderful balance. You’re sure to be complimented on this set that has bold […]

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How to Get Started with Bracelets

Are you ready to learn everything you need to know to start making your own bracelets? Created for beginning jewelry makers, our new How to Get Started with Bracelets page features easy to follow instructions that will teach you everything you need to know about creating beautiful bracelets. Learn the differences between making a single […]

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Thalia Sandals

These summer sandals were inspired by the Greek muse Thalia. Representing music, song and dance, she brought joy to those with whom she came into contact. These sandals represent that same lively spirit and joyous feeling. Wear them throughout the summer with your favorite sundresses for a trendsetting look. To create this look we bought […]

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Look After My Heart Necklace

The bold heart pendant in this elegant necklace has been wrapped in antique brass filigree for safe keeping. The symbolism and grace of this necklace make it a wonderful gift when you want to show your loved ones how much you care for them. Our inspiration for this necklace came from a quote in Stephanie […]

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View Your Favorite SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Items in 3D!

Very soon, you’ll be able to view some of your favorite Swarovski ELEMENTS items in 3D. Browsing the Swarovski ELEMENTS section on the Artbeads.com website will soon become a much more interactive experience thanks to a new Flash video feature that will allow you to see items in 3D. Rotating the item a full 360°, […]

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How to Get Started Creating Necklaces

Easily learn everything you need to know to create eye-catching necklace designs with our brand new necklace tutorial page. This informative section offers step-by-step instructions guiding you through the creation of several different necklace styles, as well as telling you the essential products and tools you’ll need to complete the designs. It won’t be long […]

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