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We’re stepping into the new year with something truly special. January always feels like a threshold, a quiet moment between what has been and what’s about to begin, and for 2026, we wanted our very first Collection of the year to reflect that sense of renewal, intention, and elevated beauty. The Enchanted Mirror Collection marks a fresh start with an unexpected palette and a more refined, story-driven approach. Bronze tones, soft whites, and deep crimson reds come together in a …

In a sea of pattern creators, we found her: Didi Kowalski of Crafty Bead. An artist in her craft, and a true out-of-the-box thinker, she has her own style and loves playing with color, which has been widely appreciated by hundreds of beaders who have followed her brick stitch and peyote patterns. This self-taught designer is a wonderfully positive force, full of enthusiasm and a true love for beading and creativity, whose vibrant, colorful patterns are guaranteed to rock your beading world …

Every December, the design world braces itself for the Pantone Color of the Year announcement and 2026’s pick has everyone talking. Pantone has chosen Cloud Dancer (PANTONE 11-4201), a soft, “airy white hue,” landing as the company’s lightest, most neutral color choice ever. According to Pantone, this shade is meant to evoke “calm, clarity and a fresh start” in a busy world. It’s described as “a billowy white imbued with a feeling of serenity&rdquo …

It looks like Santa dropped by our bead store! 
Celebrate the Magic of Beadmas: 12 Days of Sparkling DIY Surprises! It’s the most bead-iful time of the year, and we’re thrilled to announce the return of Eureka Crystal Beads’ 12 Days of Beadmas! From December 12 through December 23, we’re unwrapping a new wave of creativity, color, and festive fun. Whether you love jewelry making, holiday DIY crafts, or picking up unique Christmas gifts for your favorite beader, this is th …

As morning breaks and the world wakes beneath a quiet veil of soft light, the Dewdrops at Dawn Collection captures that fleeting moment where color, calm, and shimmer meet. This palette of rosy pinks and periwinkle soft blues is ethereal but lively, pastel yet saturated, bold yet delicately feminine. It blends the softness of petals touched with dawn light and the cool clarity of early-morning dew. "At first light, the world feels calm and new. The world holds its breath as …

Eureka’s Gift Guide for Seed Beaders The holidays are here, and whether you’re shopping for the beader who always wants just one more color or treating yourself to some creative inspiration, Eureka Crystal Beads has curated the ultimate gift guide for seed bead lovers. From coordinated color mixes to glittering gold sets, these picks are perfect for any beading enthusiast. 1. Seed Bead Mixes – Endless Color Possibilities Explore all mixes → Looking for the perfect palette …

Our mid-November LITE Collection has arrived, and it’s a shimmer-soaked celebration of color, joy, and iridescence. The Bubblescence Collection LITE takes its inspiration from the mesmerizing play of light on soap bubbles—the way color shifts, dances, vanishes, and returns in new flashes of brilliance. With a palette that morphs from pink to lavender to blue to teal, and finishes that glint with AB and rainbow iridescence, this Collection is pure happiness bottled in bead f …

Meet Chloe of Pinkhot: A Passion for Color, Creativity, and Community This month, we’re thrilled to sit down with Chloe, the bright creative force behind Pinkhot, a UK-based bead design and teaching brand known for joyful color and inspiring tutorials. From her home on the south coast, Chloe shares her vibrant designs, infectious enthusiasm, and love for teaching beaders around the world. Eureka Crystal Beads: Who are you? Introduce yourself and your platform! Chloe: Hi, I’m Chloe! …

The 2025 holiday season is shaping up to be both joyful and thoughtful—filled with creativity, nostalgia, and a big return to handmade charm. With many shoppers feeling economic pressure, the focus is shifting toward meaningful experiences, personalized gifts, and crafty, sustainable touches that bring a sense of warmth and authenticity. Whether you’re dressing up for festive gatherings, decorating your home, or planning what to gift, the key trend for 2025 is this: make it …

Our newest LITE Collection is here! Meet Polychrome Glow LITE. This dazzling set captures the mystery and beauty of shifting metallic hues, bringing together deep blues, violet purples, and radiant flashes of fiery orange and red. The “LITE” in its name means it’s more focused and streamlined — a perfectly curated selection of beads and findings that gives you all the inspiration of a full Eureka Collection in a more compact (and budget-friendly) format. Rainbow hues shi …