You may remember Perler beads from first or second grade; these small plastic beads are placed into a peg board and then ironed to produce a solid multicolored piece of plastic. Recently, Perler beads ...

In Singapore, women in the Peranakan community have revived the art of creating figures and geometric designs on their slippers. By Alec Scott Reporting from Singapore In October, Angeline Kong was ...

Learn how to create a charming spider with this beaded spider tutorial using easy steps that beginners can follow. I am a little surprised with myself for sharing this craft with you today because I ...

The first step in making Maasai bead jewelry is sourcing the right materials. Traditionally, beads were made from natural elements such as seeds, bones, and stones. Today, glass beads are more ...

Ndebele beadwork is famous for its striking colors and geometric designs, which are now being used in modern fashion collections. Designers are using these patterns on everything from dresses to ...

Beading feels natural for Amelia Rivera. She sat down at a table in her apartment on Douglas Island in February, rhythmically threading two needles in and out of a piece she’s been working on recently ...

Can't tell the difference between Dakota and Ojibwe beadwork? "Worn Within" it. Minnesota is home to two major tribal nations - the Dakota and the Ojibwe. And their beadwork art are quite different.

Most people attribute ornate beadwork to First Nation people, but Métis people also have a rich and unique history of making beautiful art with beads. Artist Jennine Krauchi has been beading all her ...