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March 2011

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Features
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Create a waterfall necklace
By Melissa Hathcock
A scene from nature inspires elegant wearable jewelry
pg. 32
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Spring breeze bracelet
By Debbie Tuttle
Mix shades of green in a simple bracelet

pg. 35
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Highlight a valentine bouquet
By Kristal Wick
A bright floral pendant calls for unconventional colors
pg. 36
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All the wow without the weave
By Irina Miech
Metal components help create the look of woven beads
pg. 40
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Get a hot look at a cool price
By Cathy Jakicic
Inexpensive pearls, scrap chain, and leftover crystals add up to a luxe look
pg. 46
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Color workshop 4 Double-complementary colors
By Cathy Jakicic
A rich and complex color scheme that uses four colors

pg. 49
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My personal color quest
By Jane Konkel
A faux verdigris patina is dominant in this set's color scheme
pg. 50
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Create a charming mix
By Alyce Shepardson
Connect a variety of hearts in a sweet bracelet and earrings
pg. 55
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Weave a chunky chain necklace
By Naomi Fujimoto
Connect nuggets and chains for an edgy bracelet
pg. 60
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Potluck staff challenge
Each staff member bought five of a different material at last year's Bead&Button Show - here's what we came up with
pg. 65
Departments
Birthstones
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February Amethyst
By Jenny Van
Whether you celebrate a February birthday or just like purple, these earrings make a dazzling statement
pg. 20
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March Aquamarine
By Jane Konkel
Connect a few crystals and pieces of fancy chain for a timely bib-style necklace
pg. 22
Under an Hour
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All in clover
By Kelsey Lawler
String a springtime strand
pg. 24
Wirework
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Swingy chandeliers
By Karen Galbraith
Finish chandelier earrings with spirals
pg. 28
From the Editor
New design ideas and the staff challenge
pg. 8
Reader Gallery
Beautiful jewelry from artist Theresa Drake Abelew
pg. 10
Bulletin Board
New products and semi-homemade standout
pg. 14
Earring Gallery
Seven earring designs to inspire your creativity
pg. 16
Beader's Glossary
glossary
A visual guide to beads, findings, and tools
pg. 78
Basics
basics
A step-by-step reference to key jewelry-making techniques used in bead-stringing projects
pg. 82
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