If you'd like to enhance your crochet projects using beads, there many possibilities:
- Beads add sparkle, shine and visual interest to a variety of crocheted appliques, motifs and shapes.
- Beaded crochet jewelry will enhance any woman's wardrobe.
- Beaded crochet bags are timeless classics; they've been popular for well over a hundred years (and counting.)
- Beaded crochet fringe is a fun addition to many different craft projects.
If you'd like to crochet a project with beads, you'll find plenty of free patterns to choose from. We invite you to make good use of them.
Beaded Crochet Necklace With Dichroic Glass Pendant
Beaded Crochet Necklace With Dichroic Glass Pendant -- Photo © Amy Solovay
Showcase your creativity with this stunning beaded crochet necklace.
- See a larger project photo
- Learn more about the craft supplies used to make the necklace
- Check out the step-by-step photo tutorial for crocheting the necklace
- Get the free crochet pattern
Beaded Crochet Cell Phone Holder
Beaded Crochet Cell Phone Holder -- Photo © Amy Solovay, Licensed to About.com, Inc.
Crochet this pretty beaded cell phone holder using seed beads and size 3 crochet thread.
Beaded Crochet Heart Shape
Beaded Crochet Heart Shape -- Photo © 2010 Amy Solovay, Licensed to About.com, Inc.
This pretty beaded heart shape makes a great applique. It could also be adapted in other ways.
The heart shape is made using this beaded crochet technique, which is a versatile way to create a variety of different beaded crochet motifs and shapes.
Beaded Crochet Apple Motif
Beaded Crochet Apple Motif - Photo © Amy Solovay, Licensed to About.com, Inc.
Here's a free pattern for a beaded crochet apple motif. You can use this beaded apple as an applique on the project of your choice; it's a great way to dress up purses, bags, totes, art quilts, wall hangings, collages or similar projects.
I've posted a free pattern for using this apple motif to embellish a crocheted purse, but feel free to use it on any appropriate craft project.
Beaded Crochet Snowflake - Free Pattern
Beaded Crochet Snowflake Motif - Photo © Amy Solovay, Licensed to About.com, Inc.
Here is a free pattern for a beaded crochet snowflake motif. You can use it in a variety of ways: create a Christmas tree ornament, stocking stuffer, applique, fridge magnet, scrapbook embellishment, pin, table decoration, etc.
Blue and Purple Crocheted Bracelet With Cathedral Beads
Blue and Purple Crocheted Bracelet With Cathedral Beads -- Photo © Amy Solovay
Combine metallic fiber and shimmery oval-shaped cathedral beads to make this bracelet.
- See the materials list and more details
- Get the free crochet pattern
Purple Metallic Beaded Crochet Bracelet
Purple Metallic Beaded Crochet Bracelet -- Photo © Amy Solovay
This pretty bracelet sparkles and shines! The effect is created by a combination of purple and gold faceted cathedral beads and raspberry-colored metallic fiber.
- See the materials list and more details
- Get the free crochet pattern
Red and Blue Metallic Beaded Crochet Bracelet
Red and Blue Metallic Beaded Crochet Bracelet -- Photo © Amy Solovay
Crochet this easy bracelet using smooth round beads and shimmery metallic embroidery floss.
- See the materials list and more details
- Get the free crochet pattern
Gold Metallic Bracelet With Red and Gold Cathedral Beads
Gold Metallic Bracelet With Red and Gold Cathedral Beads -- Photo © Amy Solovay
This beaded crochet bracelet is ideal for wearing during the holidays, but is appropriate for any dressy occasion. You'll pair metallic floss with sparkly faceted cathedral beads to make this bracelet.
Easy Trellis Lace Stole With Beaded Crochet Edges
Easy Trellis Lace Stole With Beaded Crochet Edges -- Photo © Rick Jackofsky
Sometimes a little touch of beadwork is the perfect way to make a project more interesting. One example is Erica Jackofsky's lovely trellis lace stole with beaded edges. It's gorgeous even without the beadwork, but the beads in the design are like the icing on the cake.
Beaded Fringe
Learn how to crochet beaded fringe in about an hour. Sandi Marshall gives you tips and step-by-step instructions.
Vintage Beaded Chatelaine Bag - Free Pattern from 1902
Beaded Crochet Bag -- Illustration © April 1902; originally published in the Delineator Magazine.
Learn how to crochet a stunning beaded chatelain bag. This pattern was originally published in 1902. The pattern includes a charted design for a beaded star.
