December 9, 2021 18915 W Capitol Drive Suite 108 Brookfield, WI 53045 262-781-7670

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FREE PATTERN OF THE WEEK: VICTORIAN EARRINGS/COMPONENTS Free pattern to make these adorable Victorian components is available with any size purchase this week. Made with Paisley Duos, Gemduos & seed beads. Can be used for earrings, necklaces or bracelets! Quick & easy enough for a beginner. You may even use our in-store work tables to relax & bead.

FREE CHRISTMAS TREE EARRING KIT TODAY THRU SUNDAY Today thru Sunday (11/12) stop in the store & with a purchase of $30 or more receive a cute, lightweight Christmas Tree Earring Kit made with seed beads, 28 gauge wire & a pair of hypoallergenic ear wires, of course. Be sure to ask for your free kit when you check out! (Value: $10)

NEW GEMSTONES

TOURMALINE Here’s Some Fun Information about this beautiful gemstone … -Rumored to be born from rare energy of a rainbow -Considered an aphrodisiac! -Shakespeare had a small collection of tourmaline jewelry to help him recover from writer’s block. -Many stones in the Russian Crown Jewels – once thought to be rubies – are actually tourmalines! -This stone displays a greater range of colors than almost any other known gem. Midwest Beads has a wide variety of Tourmaline, Watermelon Tourmaline & Pink Tourmaline to choose from.

MOSAIC SHELL BEADS In these mosaic shell beads, small pieces of shell have been assembled together to create these beautiful Mother-Of-Pearl & Abalone shell beads. The colors changes slightly, depending on how you look at them in the light. The beads are ultra smooth with great polish; a great natural element, with a touch of whimsy, to add to your designs.

TITANIUM PYRITE These high quality beads come with wonder luster and extremely shiny polish! Titanium coating makes you never need to worry about oxidation and being tarnished. Excellent quality! Pyrite is thought to attract luck, prosperity & abundance to its wearer.

TURQUOISE: DECEMBER BIRTHSTONE! Do you know someone who was born in December? A perfect useful present can be their birthstone which is believed to vibrate with more power when this time of year arrives. The birthstones for December are tanzanite & turquoise which are very popular because of their shades of blue, but any blue-colored rock is accepted for those born in December.

FACETED TIGER EYE Even better in person! Natural Tiger Eye beads have been dyed & heated to give them vibrant color. Grade AAA. Sold in strands.

NEW KITS! We have over 100 kits available for you to choose from! Stop in the store to see our full selection! We also have work tables available for you…so grab a friend & a cup of coffee and drive on over!

SAGITTARIUS DECEMBER BIRTHSTONE BRACELET KIT Made with natural lapis lazuli, Turquoise, Black Lava & a Sagittarius 2-sided charm. Turquoise is a purification stone, Lapis Lazuli is a stone of protection & Lava is said to help find focus & balance. Skill Level: Beginner. $26.50.

CACTUS SANDS BUTTON BRACELET KIT An easy-to-string bracelet with Imperial Jasper, a decorative button & a leather closure! Skill Level: Beginner. $22.50 Please call the store if you would like shipped (262)781-7670.

ORNAMENT EARRING KIT Made with rainbow electroplated glass beads, crystal rondelles & pearls. Hypoallergenic lever back ear wires included. $8.50

WHOVILLE CHRISTMAS TREE EARRING KIT A perfect earring for those who love “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”. This whimsical pair of earrings will receive many compliments this holiday season. $8.95.

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

NEW METAL CHARMS & COMPONENTS Stop in Midwest Beads & get creative with some of our new decorative metal components!

MILLEFIORI BEADS Meaning: Thousand Flowers The technology for making millefiori beads has not changed over the years & all beads are still made by hand. This makes each bead unique & they all have different designs & color variations. Sold in 6” strands for $5.00.

TOOL KITS HERE FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Every beader would appreciate a new set of tools wrapped up under the tree this year! Available in color options: Bubble Gum Pink, Aqua & Orchid. $36.95. Call the store if you would like shipped (262)781-7670.

NEEDLE THREADER A needle-threader is a simple low-tech device for passing thread thru a needle eye without the aid of a magnifying glass or increasing your frustration. Works best with 6lb thread & #10 beading needle or sewing needle. Sold in sets of 2 for $2.99

ERGONOMIC PLIERS These ergonomic economy pliers are easy on the hands! Slim line for light to medium work. Additional features: Polished steel head, double-leaf spring for smooth operation, ergonomic grips, box joint construction. For only $9.95 they will make a great stocking stuffer!

HANGING LETTER BEADS These adorable little alphabet beads are a great way to personalize hand-made jewelry. Use as charms on bracelets, necklaces & more! Available in both gold & silver. $1.95 each.

FIRELINE Do you need fireline thread for all those holiday projects? We now carry 8lb Crystal Fireline in 125 yard spools! If you average about 3 yards per project…you can make over 41 projects with just one spool! $18.99

WE DO REPAIRS! Just a reminder that Midwest Beads does repairs on beaded jewelry. This was a repair done earlier this week on a Tiger Eye bracelet that needed the macrame slider clasp fixed. Looks great & ready to be worn and enjoyed once again!

FINISHED HAND-MADE JEWELRY Are you running out of time to make something special? Stop in Midwest Beads…we have hundreds of finished earrings, bracelets & necklaces for that special someone on your holiday list. Gift boxes & organza pouches are available! Pictured below: Faceted Labradorite Gemstone earrings.

GIFT CERTIFICATES! Don’t forget…we sell gift certificates; available in denominations of $10, $25 & $50’s (or any combination).

IDEAS FOR YOUR BEADS!

CHRISTMAS ANGEL Here’s a unique idea for an angel pendant using chain, pearls, crystals & wings.

GET THOSE SEED BEADS OUT! Frosty Snowman earrings are made with 11/0 seed beads & 28 gauge wire. Makes the perfect gift for any age.

3-RING CONNECTORS These 3-Ring hammered connectors make great components for lariat style necklaces!

BUTTONS FOR CLASPS! This gorgeous macrame bracelet with semi-precious gemstones is finished off with a decorative metal button from our ongoing Mega Button Sale!

BRICK STITCH ANGEL Try your hand at stitching up a pair of angel wings with 11/0 delicas. Be sure to stitch an 8/0 in between the wings so that you can string them onto a head pin for a quick pendant or earring.

CLASS REMINDER . . . Midwest Beads offers classes by appointment for $20 (per person) plus cost of materials. Stop in to see our current class offerings. Pictured below: Rainbow Chain Maille Bracelet Class Learn how to combine jump rings in a decorative pattern to create a durable, yet beautiful multi-color bracelet. Estimated Time: 2 hours.

NOT READY FOR A CLASS JUST YET …. WORK TABLES & ASSISTANCE ARE ALWAYS FREE! Do you want to tie a knot on a stretchy bracelet or have someone show you how to crimp? Many simple beading techniques can be demonstrated at no-charge by one of our talented staff members when you come in to work on a project or purchase one of our kits.  Pictured Below: Quad Jewels Bracelet Kit ($26.50)

New Items Are Always Arriving… Plan to Visit Us Often!

Hope To See You Soon!

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