The New Shape In Beads

There is a flood of new bead shapes arriving to inspire the bead world.
They are like super hero's with names like Super Duo's, Bead Studs, Spikes, Rizo's, Pyramids, Peanuts, Long Drops, Long Magatamas, Bricks and 2-Hole Lentils. They have inspired designer to create new and exciting patterns. The shapes of these beads add a new diminsion to flat bead work.

I have been most inspired by the new Miyuki long drops. I love the matte and permanent galvanized colors. I am looking forward to using these in a bead crocheted rope.

Here are a few examples of the different shape beads. 

(These photos do not depict the actual size of the beads)

Now you need a great design to create something with your new shapes of beads.  Let me introduce you to Linda Roberts of BeadsforEver. I love her clever use of Rizos and SuperDuos in these Tri-Dangle earrings. You can purchase the tutorial here. Stop by BeadsforEver on Etsy and to see more of Linda's designs.

Resourses for the new shapes in beads can be purchased from the following online shops.

Bellomodo

Whimbeads

*Disclaimer: no monetary gain was made from listing these resourses*