Takako Sako and the “Costume of Kabuki” Beaded Kimono

At this year’s Bead and Button Show in Milwaukee WI there was a large contingent of Japanese beaders and an amazing Japanese Exhibit featuring this beautiful kimono. Entitled “Costume of Kabuki” this kimono was designed and handmade by Takako Sako, one of Japan’s premier bead weavers. The kimono is a life-size reproduction of the stage…

Bead & Button BeadDreams Designs

Each year Bead & Button Magazine sponsors BeadDreams, a juried competition of exceptional bead artistry from around the world. It’s a chance to see what’s being done in the world of beading across the globe as well as a chance to get inspired for your own designs! The accepted pieces were on display at the…

Worst Bead Show Mistakes to Avoid

As we approach our appearance at the Bead & Button Show in Milwaukee WI (June 6th-9th), we’ve put together this list of the worst bead show mistakes you want to avoid so that you can make the most of your time at the bead show! Here at Eureka, we’ve been doing bead show for quite…