Bead Trends August 2012

This month we're bringing you jewelry designs for all of your summertime fun and vacations, countless mixed media designs, metal and wire work, quick & easy ideas, and creations inspired by summer activities! Get to know Raida Disbrow better in this month's Designer Highlight. Living in Florida, she draws inspiration from nature and incorporates the colors and elements around her into her beautiful work. We feature Monte Verdi Lampwork in our Fabulous Findings section, and we love the countless ways these gorgeous Italian glass designs can be used! In Jewel School, Barbara Hanselman provides a tutorial for her gorgeous double heart clay and copper bracelet design, which truly deserves to be called "wearable art." So whatever your last minute summer plans may be, this month's issue is sure to provide you with the inspiration to find the perfect design to fit them.