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Features

The broad appeal of nuggets Get multiple pieces of jewelry from one strand of giant beads By Jane Konkel

In the chips Extra-long strands make one-strand sets a breeze By Cathy Jakicic

Stretch a short strand A shortsighted purchase becomes a lesson in resourcefulness By Jane Konkel

A corner on style A single strand of diagonally drilled squares makes an edgy set By Linda Aspenson Bergstrom

Asymmetrical accents Green garnets take center stage in an earthy set By Naomi Fujimoto

Octahedron necklace String beads you wove yourself in a simply elegant collar By Cathy Jakicic

Crystal frame lariat A sparkling lariat requires only two kinds of crystals By Catherine Hodge

What are trade beads? Understanding the origin of African beads allows you to appreciate this jewelry even more By Jane Konkel

Metallic multistrand Stagger segments of seed beads in a dimensional necklace By Irina Miech

Simply sweet Top-drilled bicones give a rock candy bracelet a lush look By Linda Arline Hartung

Twice as nice Wire-wrap chain and ribbon for a versatile necklace or bracelet By Ute Bernsen

Fan earrings Chain earrings are gorgeous and gratifying By Jessica Tiemens

Say it with style Scrapbooking embellishments make unexpected beading components By Monica Han

Bakery bracelet Try this sweet jewelry treat By Toni Plastino

Striking structure Crystal components sparkle in Art Deco statement pieces By Cathy Jakicic

A night to sparkle Assemble a variety of crystals in a brilliant necklace and earrings By Jenny Van

Winter gemstone necklace Gunmetal chain brings out the moody hues of a seasonal set By Stacy Hillmer

Making bail Escape from traditional bails with free-form wirework By Alaina Burnett

Departments

Birthstones

December 2009: Turquoise A few turquoise nuggets are all you need to make a fantastic necklace and bracelet. By Carol McKinney

January 2010: Garnet A filigree bezel holds a garnet-colored treasure in this delicate necklace. By Irina Miech

Under an hour

Lucite flower earrings Antique brass components layered with Lucite flowers make simple earrings with just a few supplies By Anna Lemons

Wirework

Disk-and-coil earrings These earrings are both fun to make and a terrific way to showcase my center-drilled lampworked disks. By Heather Boardman

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January 2010 Supplies and prices for the January 2010 issue