Here's the place to see what other jewelry artists do with our beads, along with a few of our own ideas. We would love to feature your work here. Just send us an email, a jpeg of your creation, and a little bit about yourself; include a link if you'd like. As always, please respect all artists' rights to their own designs!

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	Signe Ivanovitch created this beautiful necklace, just perfect for autumn. Using one of Helen's ceramic leaf pendants, Signe added lots of moukaite gemstone chips and rounds to complement the autumnal feel of the pendant perfectly. Be sure to visit Signe's website; her link can be found on the "Links" page. Thank you, Signe; this is gorgeous!
	Eva Sherman of Grand River Beads created this one-of-a-kind beauty from one of Helen's raku pendants. Eva has a real affinity for wire, and her skill with the material is superbly shown in this combination of wire-wrapped Kazuri beads and Unicorne lampwork glass. Visit Eva's bead store next time you're in the Cleveland area; see more information on the links page.
	Mary Jane Tanner illustrates a fine sense of design with wire, Bulgarian beads, and one of Helen's "cracked egg" pendants. The photo does not do this piece justice; it's just beautiful in person. Mary's necklace was honored with a place in Bead Trends premier issue and it will also be featured in the Bead A Day 2009 desktop calendar. Way to go, Mary!
	Irene's pendant is the star of this youthful hemp necklace. Heather Hughes, from Sedalia, Missouri, artfully combines macrame' techniques with Bulgarian beads in this updated choker. Heather sells her work on Etsy as TangledMacrame. See our links page for more information.
	Another beautiful choker from the hands and heart of Heather Hughes, this time featuring our Egyptian faience Bast pendant and scarab beads (found in the Naturals category), along with etched bone beads. This is fit for any goddess!
	Signe Ivanovitch linked together our Greek gloss ceramic ovals with peyote stitch to create this unique and eye-catching necklace. You can see more of Signe's work on her website; see links page for for information.
	One of Helen's botanical pendants is featured in this lovely necklace by Gina Beradesco. Gina purchased this cedar-embossed pendant at our booth at Bead and Button in 2007. She accented the pendant with assorted gemstone and glass beads. Very pretty! Thanks for taking the time to share.
	Terry Janis of Columbus, Ohio, loves bright and vivid colors, and she used that sense of fun and levity in creating her peyote patches bracelet, taught by Helen at the Gahanna Bead Studio. Terry's enthusiasm and talent is truly showcased in this one-of-a-kind piece, destined to elicit comments where ever she wears it. Thanks for sharing, Terry!
	The design team at Gahanna Bead Studio designed this lovely necklace featuring our Bulgarian ceramic sunflowers pendant. Handmade lampwork glass beads in brown and black, along with assorted other glass beads, complete a whimsical, youthful and fun piece, just like the ladies themselves! Visit the store in Gahanna, and see the links page for more information.
	Helen created the cabochon in this pendant from a mold she made from the tiniest maple seeds, freshly adorning the maple trees in spring. Tracy Van Niel's elegant design sensibilities really highlights the freshness of spring, with a beautiful bead-woven bezel and pale green glass beads. Beautiful work!
	The maple-leaf stoneware pendant in this piece was hard for Helen to give up; but Tracy has worked her magic once again and elevated it to the realm of art jewelry. With a luscious fringe and a neck strap of spiral rope sections accented by Greek ceramic beads, this is a show-stopper of a necklace. Beautiful, as always, Tracy; thanks for sharing.
	Although Tracy Van Niel has developed a reputation for gorgeous beadweaving design work, she certainly excels at strung designs as well. Here she uses one of Helen's woodblock pendants to showcase a flurry of fringe from the pendant's bottom holes, accented with peyote-stitched beaded beads. Gorgeous!
	Carol Trochelman used one of Helen's woodblock two-holed pendants to create this delightfully-asymmetric necklace. Bone leaves and ceramic beads add to the natural and earthy feel of this beautiful piece. Thanks for sharing, Cat. You can find more of Cat's jewelry at Sacred Cat Studio; see links page for more information.
	Cora Anne Germer, of Veneta, Oregon, created this lovely Celtic-inspired necklace. The ceramic centerpiece is one of Helen's, but it was Cora Anne's delicate design sensibility that made this such a wearable and knockout necklace. Cora Anne used freshwater pearls in a repeating pattern to bring out the subtle olive variegation inherent in fired clay glazes. I love this piece! You can see more of Cora Anne's work on Etsy. View the links page to find more details.
	Susan Sherman, owner of the Gahanna Bead Shop in Ohio, purchased Helen's favorite free-form leaf pendant. Susan's touch with sparkling firepolish beads added just the right design element to Helen's focal bead. Visit the links page to find out more about Susan's shop.
	This glorious piece was created by Tracy Van Niel. By now you will recognize her beaded bezel handiwork and her careful attention to detail, and this piece exhibits Tracy's talent beautifully. She has worked her magic once again with one of Helen's cabochons. Kits for this beaded pendant are now available on the "Kits" page.
	In the hands of Juliet Friedman, Helen's simple terracotta pendant becomes an appropriate focal point for her eclectic design sense. Wire links and assorted gemstone beads highlight the earthy feeling of the pendant perfectly. See more of Juliet's work at her Etsy shop, julie*ry; visit the links page for more information.
	Mary Tanner used one of Helen's porcelain moon pendants to design this unique necklace; the green "chicklet" beads are from artist Sharleen Newland. We like the way Mary used the crescent in an unusual orientation, attaching it horizontally rather than vertically. Nice work!
	Helen's porcelain and raku ceramic were the inspiration for Tracy Van Niel's necklaces. As usual, Tracy's excellent sense of style and her beautiful craftsmanship have elevated ceramic work to new heights. A simple piece of fired ceramic porcelain is ringed by bead embroidery and luscious dangles fit for the most dressy night out. Another design success for Tracy!
	The two bracelets in this photo, beautifully stitched by Tracy Van Niel of Columbus, Ohio, show just how far a student can go with a basic class. Helen taught this advanced peyote patch bracelet at 1 Stop Bead Shop in Columbus, and Tracy ran with it. Tracy is now herself a teacher, inspiring her students to new heights of design. Terrific job, Tracy, and thanks for so generously sharing your work.
	Tracy Van Niel once again demonstrates her design prowess in this colorful necklace featuring one of Sharleen Newland's pendants. In addition to Sharleen's work, Tracy has made beaded beads from a class taught by Helen, but with her own inimitable spin, to complement the pendant perfectly. Tracy just had her first trunk show at downtown Columbus's monthly art walk, and I'm sure we'll be seeing more of her beautiful work in the months to come.
	One of Rae Lambert's favorite pendants is Irene's "Pegasus" design, and here she showcases it beautifully combined with slim bone beads and some of our Bulgarian ceramic beads. Rae says it's her mathematical mind that keeps her designs symetric and repetitive; whatever it is, Rae, it works! These are beautiful.
	Two of Irene's sunny ceramic pendants are fashioned in Rae Lambert style into fashionable, carefree necklaces using ceramic and semi-precious stones. If you like Rae's work, please check out her store, "Corkycat's Delights", on Etsy. See the links page for a direct URL.
	Laura Morrison of Queensland, Australia makes these simple and trendy necklaces, perfectly suited for the down-under clientele she serves. What bathing beauty wouldn't be enhanced by one of Laura's simple necklaces highlighting her tan? Thanks for sharing your work, Laura.
	Signe Ivanovitch artfully combines warm and earthy ceramic "cinnamon buns" with sterling silver teapot charms and Czech glass. The luscious quality and the uncommon mix of down-to-earth and upscale precious metal charms in this beautiful creation are truly impressive. See more of Signe's work at her website; visit the links page for more information.
	Artist Mary Tanner created this necklace from a pendant made by Sharleen Newland and some of Irene's Greek ceramic beads. Mary loves to do wire work and her talent combined with a judicious use of beads really makes Sharleen's pendant pop. The lime green helps the eye to travel around the necklace. Spectacular!
	This necklace, and the following two entries, are from talented designer Karen Marks. Karen uses our bead combos and adds a spin to them that is uniquely hers. This particular necklace features a rather large cloisonne piece, which came with a long red tassel. What a great statement piece! See the links page to find out where you can buy Karen's work. Tell them you saw her here on Embroidered Soul!
	Karen once again showcases her unique design talent in this necklace. Using the large cinnabar centerpiece included in her bead combo, Karen crafted a truly balanced asymetric look with the remaining beads, adding a bit of silver from her stash. This is simply exquisite! Thanks, Karen.
	Karen once again uses one of our bead combos - again featuring one of Sharleen's beautiful pendants - to create this stunning necklace. Cording showcases the beads and highlights Sharleen's pendant without overpowering it. This is a perfectly balanced look and makes Sharleen's work just pop with style.
	Rebecca Meeks (Becca's Beauties) made this ethnically-styled necklace with one of Helen's block print pendants. Thanks for sharing with us, Becca. Please see the links page to see where you can buy more of Becca's beautiful work.
	Alison Libby submitted this design to Bead Style magazine and is proud to announce that it will be featured in the May 2008 gallery of BeadStyle magazine. See more of Allison's work at her website, BEADZ, Please see the "Links" page for more information. Allison has used Greek ceramic tube beads in her design.
	These three sweet necklaces were created by Helen for a specific client whose store reflects the ambience of Provence, France. The fabric beads were created from fabric Helen brought back from Aix-en-Provence when visiting there in 1999; the rooster pendant is one of Irene's; and assorted other Greek and glass beads complete the look. Can't you see these worn with a little lace camisole and cotton print skirt?
	This beaded bead lariat was created by Helen as a sample for a class she taught on beaded beads. The beaded beads are constructed over Irene's A6 tube beads, with peyote stitching for the body and brick stitch at the ends of each of the necklace beads. The lariat ends are capped in sterling silver for an especially rich touch. This necklace sold at the Gahanna Bead Studio.
	Rae has been busy again, thinking blissfully of fall in light of all the recent heat waves! One of Rae's favorite Greek ceramic pendant is Pegasus, and here she skillfully combines Greek ceramic beads with our handmade Bulgarian ceramics for an eclectic look. Lacquered wood beads highlight our "leafy scythe" pendant (one of our personal favorites), while ceramic and glass beautifully accent our owl pendant, symbol of Athena. Thanks for sharing your talents with us, Rae!
	Beverly Szaton uses one of Helen's pendants from the "woodblock" series to create a very special piece. Agate nuggets and black onyx set off with a gorgeous dichroic clasp make a very eye-catching statement!
	Rae Lambert created this fun necklace with one of our new ceramic pendants. Rae combined the lively color of lime green with browns and beiges from our line of Greek and bone beads. Very retro! See more of Rae's creations on eBay, user ID Corkycat.
	When we began stocking Irene's new novelty shapes, Rae instantly fell in love with the heart beads. Here she creates a lively set of bracelet and earrings in fun colors. With 14 colors to choose from, she was able to make a multitude of bracelets, all with different moods.
	Tracy Van Niel, Columbus OH, created this stunning patchwork peyote bracelet after Helen taught a class at 1 Stop Bead Shop in Dublin, OH. Tracy's humility prevents her from fully appreciating her innate talent and eye for design and color. We simply cannot do her work justice in this gallery!
	Jane Konkel of BeadStyle magazine designed a wonderful retro-style necklace with our batik-style horn beads (NHB05) and other natural beads. This is our version of her design. Of course, we love color here at Embroidered Soul, so we substituted lime green A1 ceramic spacers to add another hue. You can find beads to complete this look on our bead combo page, and you can find the instructions for Jane's design in the special edition of BeadStyle, Your Look, on sale April 18, 2006.
	Rae Lambert of Dublin, Ohio (corkycat on ebay) fashioned this simply stylish necklace with one of our bone pendants combined with an assortment of Greek ceramic and porcelain beads. Rae has an eye for color and a peaceful simplicity that we really like.
	Laura Morrison from Queensland, Australia, created this feminine set with one of our bead combos. Laura added twisted wire around the fancy agate donut and accented either side with beads included in the combo. She used her own findings to complete a bracelet and earrings to complement the necklace. What an inspired use of our beads, Laura! Thank you so much for sharing with us.
	Another gorgeous creation from Laura Morrison. This time Laura added a lot of embellishment to highlight the fancy agate donut. She said she was inspired to create a piece which looks like the beads are vining around the centerpiece; We think she succeeded royally; in fact, this piece looks fit for a queen, we'd say. We particularly like the way she wired the leaf beads into dangles and created matching chandelier-style earrings and a bracelet. Bravo, Laura! Thank you for sharing your talents again.
	Michelle McDermott, of "Shelly's Rocks", shares this delightful necklace with us. Michelle accented a mother-of-pearl centerpiece with handmade Greek ceramic swirl beads #A48 in red and brown and candy jade twist beads she bought from us on eBay. Jade coins and bone rondells from her own stash complete this one-of-a-kind look, just in time for holiday dressing. Thanks so much, Michelle!
	Angie Bullard of Youngsville, NC, shows how an Embroidered Soul combo can be transformed into something "uniquely yours". In this case, Angie used our wired moukaite and pearl pendant as a centerpiece with moukaite leaf beads, Greek ceramic "fancy beads", more freshwater stick pearls, and Czech glass. I like the way she spaced out the mustard Greek beads to carry through the warm coloring of the moukaite. Beautiful, Angie; thanks!
	Here's another one of Angie's delightful designs. This time she's accented a handmade Bulgarian pendant with assorted glass and lampwork beads designed to complement the warm brown, mustard and blue coloring of the Bulgarian tube beads. A lovely sterling bail adds a gracious touch.
	Corinne McAuley created this eye-catching necklace with Irene's versatile and lovely A48 leaf pendant in turquoise, accented with A2 red beads and A13 gear spacers in turquoise. I love the impact that Corinne has managed to create by using multiples of the same pendant in a unified and classy design. Thanks for sharing, Corinne!
	This wild and wonderful bracelet was made by the creative hands of Krista Tseu of 5 Fish Designs. With the addition of Greek swirl bead #B29 to loads of silver and glass, Krista has crafted a look that is uniquely her own. Krista's designs have been published in Bead Stringing magazine, along with one design featuring Embroidered Soul beads!
	Another classy yet whimsical look by Krista, again with tons of silver and Greek swirl beads #B29. Krista shows how the simple addition of a single contraasting color of ceramic bead to an otherwise monochromatic look brings it to life. Krista calls this "My Big Fat Greek Fish" in honor of the wedding movie with a similar name! What a great fish pendant, Krista.
	Leslie Long, owner of Why Bead Normal? (isn't that a great name?!) creates these fun and youthful necklaces with assorted Greek pendants and lots of coordinating small beads. The simple yet elegant design highlights the pendants, celebrates their uniqueness, and holds true to the design aesthetic used in Greece.
	Angie Bullard of Youngsville, NC made this eclectic duo. Angie used Egyptian clay scarab beads along with #B5, #B3, and #B19 tiny tubes in light green and dark brown, along with sterling silver and memory wire to create a stunning necklace with coordinating bracelet. You can see Angie's work locally at the occasional craft show. Her jewelry creations are worth checking out if you live in the area.
	Cheryl Martin made this cute little necklace with graduated round Greek ceramic and lava beads, along with some nice glass accents. Earthy and delightful! Thanks for sharing, Cheryl.
	Since Helen has a penchant for mixing Greek beads with others, she decided to challenge herself to make a few items with just the Greek beads. This was her first try. She used Orchid Pendant #B85 (discontinued), washer #B22, spacer #A1, and round bead #B3 in purple and burgundy to create this eye-catching design. SOLD on eBay.
	Stephanie Lawrence constructed this gorgeous necklace using yellow jade and blue onyx, along with the "Bird in Flight" pendant, #D35. We like the way she staged the pendant in a rich variety of genuine gemstones; this design is perfect for spring. You can see more of Stephanie's work at her website, Original Beading. Please see the links page to visit.
	This is one of several choker styles Helen has begun making to highlight lovely handmade lampwork beads. She used one "lava" style bead, B15, and approximately one package of small B3 beads, plus four lampwork beads and a pewter hook and eye clasp to create this simple design.
	Barbara Carlisle's wonderful lampwork beads are featured here, along with triangular spacers #A19 and round washers #B22.
	This fun pair of earrings uses "cinnamon bun" #B29 and star spacer #B31 to create an "over the moon" pair of fun and dangling earrings.
	Helen used a variety of Greek ceramic beads, along with a stunning carved bone centerpiece and accent beads, a sprinkling of mustard yellow cinnebar, and assorted other beads to create this whimsical, asymmetrical design. This necklace is SOLD.
	Cheryl Booze illustrates how one simple pendant, #A165, can be elegantly displayed in a simple yet sophisticated manner.
	A customer sent us this picture quite some time ago. Isn't her sense of design wonderful! She's managed to combine such diverse elements as #B15, #B22 and assorted spacers with silver, horn, turquoise and other stones to create her own eclectic look. Beautiful! If you are the artist who made this, please drop us a line with your information.
	This refrigerator magnet features pendant #D17 in a delightful bumblebee design, and gear spacers #A13, along with copper screening, seed beads, hand dyed fabric, and an embossed frame.
	What a delightful pin! Made by artist Rebekah Hodous, it features mask pendant #B62, triangle spacers #A19, and tube beads #A2 in a freeform embroidered format. Rebekah's work has been featured in many magazines, most recently Belle Armoire. In the Jan/Feb 2005 issue, her wonderful beaded embroidery collars feature our hand-dyed fabrics, which Rebekah cleverly fashioned into cabochons.
	Tube beads A6 and smaller lend themselves well to beading techniques. Helen created most of these with peyote stitch and size 11/0 seed beads, but some incorporated triangular seed beads and size 15/0 netting techniques. Quick to make up, just a few of these, separated with smaller beads and metal spacers, would make a stunning necklace with just a splash of panache.
	The stick pins: Each stick pin - or hat pin - began with #A5 beads, to which Helen stitched a variety of textured looks in a one-drop/two-drop peyote stitch. Adding coordinating glass, gemstone, pewter and silver beads was all it took to create a unified look.
	Several double and triple scallop pendants are set off beautifully with black onyx rounds and sterling silver beads. The doubled Buna cord adds just the right finishing touch. Antiquing medium was added to the seashells to add a verdigris patina.
	Two pieces showcasing popular peyote and seed beading techniques. The bottom necklace features a triple scallop shell pendant, natural clay beads, smoky topaz, and yellow jade, all interwoven with ruffled seed beading. The top piece is a freeform work in progress, featuring several of the sea pendants in seed beaded bezels and interwoven with an assortment of other beads and findings.
	Rubber-stamped polymer clay pendant with Greek ceramic beads A7, A4, A2, and B29; with horn, genuine turquoise, Indonesian lampwork beads, and Turkish silver bead caps. This item sold on eBay.
	This delightful summer set was created by Carol Deminski of Leapfrog Studio. Carol has used an assortment of triple and single scallop pendants, #A152 and #B88 in light blue, along with #B4 round beads in dark blue, to create this piece for one of her signature lines. Carol sells her work around the northeast at arts and crafts fairs and at several galleries.
	What a stunning piece this is! Sandy Ginn created this eye-catching necklace using some gorgeous millefiori beads she bought in Africa years ago. She wanted to fashion a necklace that was lighter in weight than the original, so she used #B4 round beads between each African bead, with #B22 and #B28 washers standing in as faux bead caps. An innovative use of the flat washers, and quite an effective piece.
	Viki Thomas, aka Ladybug502 on eBay, created this lovely set. Doesn't she have a wonderful sense of natural style?! Viki used Mask pendant #B172 in beige, fancy beads #B10 and #B12 in brown and beige, washer beads #B22 and spacers, combined with copper and bone beads to create these striking pieces.

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