ENDED Giveaway #11: Gemstones and Pearls

THIS GIVEAWAY HAS NOW ENDED. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO ENTERED. A WINNER WILL BE CONTACTED AND ANNOUNCED SOON.

Do you remember going to the Natural History Museum as a child and getting to pick a tiny bag of gemstones? Now imagine you get a much bigger bag. Imagine a bag filled with gemstone beads, briolettes, cabochons, and pearls. How about a bag made up of all types of stones like amethyst, turquoise, jade, and quartz.  This giveaway has them all. Giveaway #11 contains some special treats for our lucky winner. Among all the beautiful gemstones and pearls are a few pieces directly from Sarah's private collection. She has very generously donated them to make this one of the most unique giveaways.

Estimated prize retail value: over $200

To enter, leave a comment on this blog post. But be sure to do it soon, because this giveaway ends on Monday Dec. 23th at 7PM ET (4PM PT). Winner will be chosen at random.

BONUS FLASH SALE: Thursday, December 19th only! Take $5 off $20 or more in Gemstones and Pearls with code JINGLE at checkout.

Remember, only comment once per giveaway and do not comment anonymously. Also, please do not use your Facebook, Twitter account, or Google Plus account when commenting. You can comment to enter as many of the giveaways as you like, but you can only win 1 Beadaholique giveaway every 12 months. Visit Beadaholique's official The 12 Giveaways of Christmas page for even more details. For a complete list of terms and conditions, please click here.

Kick off for July!

Are you ready for all the parades and summer grillin'?  I know I am.  Make sure you sport your red, white and blue this July.  We have lots of great new projects for you this summer.  Check out our Summer Holiday Projects for inspiration!

July on the Yacht Necklace                            Festive Freedom Bracelet 

Spotlight Saturday: Wire Sprigs

Have you ever been invited to an event where you are a little unsure of the dress code?  Is it going to be fancy-fancy, sort of fancy, sort of casual? I don't know about you, but that can turn me into a little stress ball faster than you can say Champagne! So I have come up with an easy solution that works every time. It never fails to keep your clothes simple and add a beautiful statement accessory.

Featured Video: How to create a wire wrapped beaded sprig

In this video you will learn how to create a branch effect using a wire wrapping technique.
This technique is very easy to follow. Just let the wire guide your design.

Featured Project: A Touch Of Romance Headband

I love this headband because it is so modern and dainty. It doesn't remind me of going to school when I was 10, and it's not so over the top so everyone won't think I am trying to channel the Queen of England. A simple sundress can be made more elegant with a great stunner like this headband. However, it is still dainty enough that it could be casual and breezy.

Featured Product: SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS crystal Rounds pearls

We have so many colors to choose from. The SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Pearls stand up really well. They are not prone to peeling like some glass coated pearls. You can keep it simple in a Vintage Gold or Cream Rose. If you are looking for a more dramatic flair, try pairing Mystic Black and Pretrol teal.

This also works as a beautiful bridal look. Check out the different color of pearls to really make it your own.

Maybe something...blue?

-Kat