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Bead "ornaments" peek in and out of the trellis lace branches on this tiny traditional-looking Christmas tree. The branch tips are formed with serrated edging, giving a realistic look.

Knitted with red yarn, these simple yet fascinating socks alternate blue and white beads in a simple knit and purl pattern. The stripes of beads in the cuff suggest the U.S. flag proudly waving in the breeze.

In its elemental form, lace is just holes arranged in a pleasing pattern. I think that what makes lace design so intriguing beyond just the holes is the texture that complements the lace. The slant of the compensating decreases, and other twists and turns of the stitches in the fabric create an extra dimension of interest. (The picture shown is from Kitty In Your Lap Towel.)

– indulge yourself with easy elegance –
Easy Elegance Mitts are easy to make, yet look so classy.

Celebrating St. Patrick's day and Springtime - shamrocks and the promise of faith. Legend has it that St. Patrick used the shamrock to communicate the doctrine of the Trinity. The three leaves combine to make a single plant, just as the Father, Son and Holy Ghost combine to make the holy Trinity.

High quality Japanese glass seed beads (a.k.a. round rocailles) by Miyuki in size 6/0 (4 mm diameter). Use this size bead for stringing on thicker yarns than fingering weight, or for crochet hook method with fingering weight yarn.

Beads are packaged in clear zip-top bags for easy handling; no tubes to roll around or tops popping off and spilling beads. Approximately 240 per 20g bag unless otherwise noted (premium lustre beads come in smaller 10g bags; mixes come in 15g bags).

Note: not all colors shown on pictured Miyuki sample cards are available. Please use product selection drop-down for in-stock colors.