We already have an extensive collection of sew-on stones, but we could not resist expanding that line after reviewing all the new colour options.  Bead embroidery enthusiasts and costume designers can now create wonderfully whimsical and creative designs in the latest trending shades.

These new collections are joining the other sew-on stones in the Outlet.

More are being added weekly.

These sew-on stones can be glued in place and are creative options for jewelry designers as well.

You will see a lot of these new stones appearing in beaded and soutache featured projects.

I glued my choice of resin stones to felt and simply beaded around the edges.  I love how these brooches turned out!

This necklace is one of many samples wholesale customers of John Bead can view in the showroom.

You may have walked by the mesh in the Outlet and wondered what it was for.

The mesh is available in three sizes/widths: 4mm, 9-10mm and 16 mm in this wonderful color palette that includes metallic silver and gold.

You can see in this close up how Adela added beads to the inside of the mesh and then added beads to create sections.  The beads are fluid and the piece has a unique 3d shape that would be difficult to create with other materials.

Here is the mesh with pearls and beads.  Isn’t this a gorgeous brooch?

Using bigger beads in thinner mesh creates something spectacular like this necklace.

This knotted pendant is the first example I saw featuring mesh.  These pieces were designed Adela Kodonova and you can read more about her here.

We are on our way to the Creativ Festival this week!  Set up begins today and the show doors open on Friday!  The Outlet will be open as usual, but part of the team will be working at the show.

Stop by our free “Make and Take” booth!  We are also handing our postcards giving you a super coupon to use in the Outlet!

These are pictures from the Fall show.  Hope to see some old and new friends again!