Black Crystal Pearl Onyx Cross Necklace
Adjustable 16 – 17 inch beaded necklace created with black charlotte seed beads, jet and white alabaster ab Swarovski Austrian crystals, freshwater pearls, faceted jet black glass beads, Bali .925 silver, sterling silver marine dolphin clasp, and a sterling silver black onyx cross pendant.
N03 – $109.00
2009 Beads Jewelry Fashion Trends Forecast
by Krista QQ
Spring of 2009 is right around the corner and there’s no better time to plan for the upcoming bead jewelry trends than right now, before the 2009 spring and summer seasons really begin! Predicting future fashion and jewelry trends is always a little bit of a game, but I’ve been reading a lot of fashion magazines, listening to my customers that visit my bead jewelry display table and generally talking to people about what they are looking for. There are some definite trends for 2009 and here are some of the things I’m hearing:
Colorful and Natural
I have seen some emphasis on “nature” influences which sometimes shows itself in the materials such as wood or stone beads use in jewelry, but I’ve also seen a lot more “flower” and “leaf” shaped beads and pendants on the scene. Any sort of botanical or organic looking jewelry pieces or beads are still popular from what I’ve seen. I don’t make much, but I’ve actually had people asked me if I have anything that has “natural warmth”.
Big and Beautiful
It sounds like the days of dainty shiny pieces of metal jewelry are gone for the moment and the big and colorful gemstone jewelry and beads are still pretty hot right now. People are still asking for more “chunky” jewelry, sometimes with larger stones and crystals that catch the eye, sometimes with asymmetrical patterns or at least oddly cut beads and gemstones.
Cocktail Rings
If you’re shopping, wearing or making rings, consider “rings with bling!” Cocktail rings are generally over-the-top diamond or gemstone rings that are overly colorful, shiny and, yes, sometimes a bit gaudy. But that’s part of the fun! These go along with the bright and bold bead jewelry you might be wearing and could even match or compliment it with similar gemstones or beads. You can make cocktail rings with gemstone beads, crystal beads or just about any other shiny materials.
Charms and Pendants
Again, going with the bold and bright bead jewelry, what stands out more than a beautiful chain that meets with a large bold diamond or gemstone charm or pendant on the end? Yes, natural and chunky are in, but there is still room for metals in beaded jewelry, especially when it is sleek and modern looking or even mixed with natural materials like wood and stone beads. There are always people who like the more “modern” beads and jewelry as opposed to the more traditional bead jewelry designs. You can buy modern beads for jewelry making or you can go for a more unique look and actually make
beads jewelry out of hardware washers!
Silver and Gold
Silver has been popular for the last few years and that will probably continue, but you’ll also see more gold and even two-tone chains and metals being used in both beads and jewelry pieces. Some of those silver and gold Trollbeads are excellent examples of mixed metals being used as a charm or pendant in bead jewelry pieces.
Faux Foreign Influence
I’m still seeing a lot of Asian and Moroccan influences in fashion, home furnishings and even jewelry. The influences don’t have to be completely genuine or “realistic” but that sense of something coming from a foreign country and past time are still popular. Even the big chain stores are catching this vibe and a lot of their house wares and jewelry give off that “Pier One” vaguely Indian or Eastern Orient vibe. When you’re creating bead jewelry necklaces or bracelets you could think about using dark wooden beads (natural) and mixing it with large metal Oriental looking coins and rings with a hole through the center to bring in the foreign feel!
Colorful
You’ll want to think about bright and bold, but remember that natural element! Neons and wild synthetic colors are not popular, but bright natural colors definitely are in, both in clothing and jewelry fashion. Once again, I have to turn to the color experts at Pantone who have picked out the trendy colors for 2009. Don’t forget to look at the 28 page Adobe Acrobat guide there! It’s fun and inspirational! I’m thinking about printing a few of the pages out and hanging them around my beading area for inspiration when I’m creating my jewelry.
Last, if you have seen any other bead jewelry trends for 2009 that I missed, pls don’t hesitate to let me know…
Pink Crystal Beaded Keychain Purse Charm
Purse / Handbag Charm 5 inch created with pink heart imported lampwork bead, pink fiber optic cats eye beads, pewter ladybug charm, rose quartz gemstone, pink rose Swarovski crystal-based pearls, crystal, rose, fuchsia, and light rose pink Swarovski Austrian crystals, key chain, and silver-plated chain, charms, and a large decorative clasp.
PC01 – $29.00
Red Crystal Beaded Keychain Purse Charm
Purse / Handbag Charm 5 inch created with red dyed quartz beads, red lampwork and red glass beads, siam red, light siam red, crystal ab, and 22k gold plated Swarovski Austrian crystals, key chain, and silver-plated chain, charms, and a large decorative clasp.
PC05 – $29.00
Glacier Mist Floral Crystal Beaded Earrings
Handcrafted 2 inch earwire beaded earrings created with crystal AB Swarovski Austrian crystals, Swarovski floral crystals, sterling silver, silver earwires, and sterling silver.
ERG101 – $39.00
Shimmering Topaz Cosmic Crystal Earrings
Handcrafted 1½ inch earwire beaded earrings created with topaz Swarovski Austrian cosmic ring crystals, sterling silver, silver earwires, and sterling silver.
ERG103 – $39.00
Fuchsia Rose Crystal Beaded Earrings
Handcrafted 2 inch earwire beaded earrings created with crystal AB, rose, and fuchsia Swarovski Austrian crystals, light satin brushed sterling silver, bright Bali .925 silver, sterling silver, silver earwires, and sterling silver.
ERG105 – $34.0
Shimmering Silver Cosmic Crystal Earrings
Handcrafted 1½ inch earwire beaded earrings created with crystal Cal Swarovski Austrian cosmic ring crystals, sterling silver, silver earwires, and sterling silver.
ERG106 – $39.00
Vitrail Sage Green Pearl Crystal Beaded Anklet
Handcrafted adjustable 10½ – 11 inch beaded anklet created with olive green and iris grey, champaign opal and vitrail Swarovski Austrian crystals, soft matte sage green Swarovski crystal-based pearls, Bali .925 silver, a sterling marine dolphin clasp, and sterling silver.
AG1012/15 – $37.00
Tanzanite Rose Cube Crystal Anklet
Handcrafted adjustable 9¾ – 10¼ inch beaded anklet created with light rose and lavender seed beads, tanzanite, alexandrite, and light rose Swarovski Austrian crystals, bright Bali .925 silver, and sterling silver.
AG934/43 – $55.00
Abalone Shell Floral Crystal Beaded Necklace
Adjustable 15 – 16 inch beaded necklace created with cream Charlotte seed, sapphire, amethyst, blue zircon Swarovski Austrian crystal, Bali .925 silver, sterling silver marine dolphin clasp, and a sterling silver abalone shell floral pendant.
N07 – $114.00
Abalone Shell Crystal Beaded Earrings
Handcrafted 2 inch earwire beaded earrings created with sapphire and blue zircon Swarovski Austrian crystals, abalone shell beads, light satin brushed sterling silver beads, Bali .925 silver, silver earwires, and sterling silver.
ERG90 – $32.00
Iolite Gemstone Window Beaded Bracelet
Handcrafted 7¼ – 7¾ inch beaded bracelet created with faceted iolite gemstones, opal starshine Swarovski Austrian crystals, blue Czech window glass beads, tiny multi-colored seed beads, Bali .925 silver, a sterling silver marine dolphin clas, and sterling silver.
G03 – $65.00
Iolite Gemstone Window Beaded Earrings
Handcrafted 1½ inch earwire beaded earrings created with faceted iolite gemstones, opal starshine Swarovski Austrian crystals, blue window Czech glass beads, Bali .925 silver, silver earwires, and sterling silver.
ERG44 – $29.00
Hi Stephanie! I just wanted to let you know that I received the two necklaces I believe on Thursday. (working overtime I lose track of time). They are absolutely lovely!! Thanks so much, I really appreciate your creativity. Sincerely, Rosemary
As Seen In
Easy Beading Book Vol. 5
May 2009
Adventures in Color
Entwine strands of gemstones, pearls, and crystals in a multihued jewelry set.
Easy Beading Book Vol. 5 May 2009
