What Can I Make With Swarovski Beads?

 

 

Swarovski beads are a popular material for jewellery makers and bead lovers. The consistent high quality of the beads makes them the ideal choice for durability and longevity, creating the trends so that you can be ahead of the stylish curve. Swarovski beads come in a whole range of different shapes, sizes and colours so it can be often rather difficult to know where to begin! 

The easiest way to pick your Swarovski is think about the piece you would like to make and the right Swarovski beads will soon become clear. But, it is always nice to have a little help so we have created an easy inspirational guide for you, showing the ideal beads for a whole host of Swarovski projects.

 Jewellery

Of course, all Swarovski beads, pendants and pearls are perfect for using in your jewellery making. They add that world famous Swarovski quality and shine to any design you can imagine and, because they come in a huge range of popular colours, include on trend and classic shades, they can be added to your latest project with ease. The simplest way to incorporate Swarovski beads into your jewellery is taking your favourite pendant, such as a Xilion Heart, Snowflake or Star, and hanging this from a ready made chain using a jump ring or a bail. An instant, easy to wear piece is created in a matter of second! But that’s not the end to the talents of these wonderful beads. Combine your favourite Swarovski beads and pearls with a three hole or five hole connector set and Beadalon to create a multi-strand bracelet. Don’t forget to finish with a secure clasp so your beautiful creation can be worn with pride.

Because of their luxurious quality, Swarovski beads are perfect for incorporating into your wedding day. Try winding Swarovski pearls and beads along a hair slide with craft wire for an effortlessly glamourous look: You can even position some of the Swarovski beads and pearls to stand up with the craft wire for a wonderful effect. To say thank you to your wonderful bridesmaids, try stringing Swarovski Pearls and Beads on Stretch Elastic with a Swarovski heart pendant in the centre for a heartfelt reminder of the day.

 

 

 

Clothing

Fashion designers have long been using Swarovski elements in their designs to add that extra special touch to their next fashion piece. And it is so easy to add Swarovski beads to any clothing! Sewing a few different sizes Swarovski pearl beads along the collar of a cardigan is an instant, chic update to any tired, unloved piece. This works great with cream, creamrose and white pearls but you can select your favourite pearls to match (or clash!) your garment of choice.

Swarovski beads and pearls are perfect for completing your wedding day attire, bringing glamour and luxury to the big day. Small Swarovski bicones and pearls can be sewn into tulle to create a bespoke wedding veil, echoing the dainty Swarovski crystal beads that can be stitched into a bride’s gown for a full sparkling effect. The idea of 3mm creamrose Swarovski pearls delicately sewn into a veil is so simple yet incredibly beautiful, creating an ideal handmade heirloom to pass down the generations.

Decorations

The way you can use Swarovski beads in your decoration is almost limitless! We love creating Christmas decorations, such as Sugar Plum Fairies, beaded stars and crystal snowmen, as no Christmas is complete without a little sparkle! An easy decoration can be made with the Beadsmith Snowflake ornament wire forms and a host of your favourite Swarovski beads to create magical winter snowflakes.

Of course, it is not Christmas all year round (sadly!) but you can still use Swarovski beads to create wonderful decorations all year round. Swarovski beads are perfect for adding that extra special touch to any wedding day in both attire and decorations. Strings of Swarovski Bicones and pearls can be delicately wound around floral bouquets for the bride, bridesmaids and table centrepieces. Or why not go one step further? Create a Swarovski beaded bouquet with a range of Swarovski bicones on wire stalks for a truly inspirational talking point for a wedding. This is a bouquet that any guest would love to catch! If you want just a hint of Swarovski sparkle on your special day, hang Swarovski Pendant Drop beads from your centrepieces and cake tiers for just a hint of shine.

The limits with Swarovski beads are endless and these are just a few ideas to get your inspiration flowing. The best thing to do with Swarovski beads is to follow your instincts and the wonderful beads will follow with sparkle, shine and beautiful colours. What are your favourite things to do with Swarovski beads?