You crackedme up. I love beads. Went into a gigantic bead shop and my boyfriend said my eyes just kinda glazed over and I stood there in a stupor trying to figure out where to go first. Lol
You're the first person who explained the loop making that really stuck with me! I only needed to watch once and I got it! I watched several loop videos and they seemed so complicated. You make it so clear and easy! Thank you!!!❤️❤️❤️
I’m a bead stacker!! I use head pins unless I’m making a chain! I also like little spacer bras in between a neutral color. Sometimes it gives them a bit more pizzaz! You are really good at these instructions! The twist around the extra wire always looks good!
@kristinstewart5556 - Same here. I've been stacking them for many years. Sold a lot that way, too. I'll be teaching my young granddaughter to do them soon as well.
You are right, bead non stop ! Generally I'm up at night contemplating what I'm going to bead next. Always have ideas. You rock. Glad I found your site.
I love stacking beads! I'm addicted, lol... When my students think they are beading it wrong, because it doesn't look like mine, I tell them it doesn't matter. It's not necessarily wrong. If they like how it has turned out, then it is right. You will never be able to do any two exactly the same. We are not machines. If they like the looks, then it's right!
I like the way you show how to play and stack different shapes and sizes of beads and playing with the wires I think is super fun. Thank you for sharing.
This will help me out of my seasonal depression. I have arrived because God lead me to you. Now I will not feel guilty because of prices. I have so many beads, etc. I just need to concentrate and move forward. Keep inspiring me and others to be creative. You put things in a different perspective. I can see the light. Thank you. Now I just have to get the wire and will be ordering it today.
Thank you Matt! I used to make beads all the time but I guess I got depressed and I have moved and things are all over the place and not where I know where they are, for two years!!! But watching this video makes me happy and I want to make beads again! You inspired me to work with wires awhile ago too! Thanks again for your help! 😊
Same here with a move and all. I would make bracelets, necklaces, and decorative ID necklaces for people at work. Also, for fundraising for the Christmas party at work.
I have collected old jewelry from thrift shops & yard sales for years. I use them for wind chimes from tiny Jello molds with the stack method you described. They are lovely if I do say so~ Thanks for sharing!
What an awesome idea to use some of the old costume jewelry I score at estate sales, yard sales, online lot auctions, etc. I have been trying to find something else useful for it, and I believe now you just gave me a great solution. Thanks for sharing, of course!!!😊👍
Dang Matt, love this vid! Your super up close is sooo great. I’m just starting to work with beads and I’m frustrated with making the loops perfectly. This has helped me greatly. Needless to say, I’m a new subscriber! ☺️☺️☺️☺️👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Great idea to make a lot of different sizes of bead stacks and then use them for bracelets, necklaces and earrings. You can also use them to make dangles as pendants. Thanks for sharing this video.☺
I've been doing this for years. I never wait for or pay attention to "trends." I just follow my intuition, so I guess I end up setting the trends myself.
I love bead stacking. I like how you have the wore meet in the middle with the the blue beads and make a cool design. Awesome. I like all the different shapes in each set.
Thanks Matt for your inspiration your the first gentleman that I've seen that gets it!!!!! like literally thanks for sharing!!!!! You inspire us all !!!!!! Keep them coming😅😅😅😅😅😅😅
This video came up on my .......well, heck, I don't know how you appeared on my screen but your intro alone made me subscribe. And you are SO too-the-point! Thank you!
Wooooow, you just inspired me...I was really lazy lately with not much motivation. And you gave me the boost that I needed...you are so full of energy and inspiration! I really appreciate your advice and support. I am going to take you with me every day in every video to do the same as you do....get that energy going to keeping doing what I needed to do. God bless you for your kindness and for being yourself🙏🙏🙏
It’s crazy..I just found your channel and I have tons n tons of beads from years ago that I have not been into in such a long time….thanks for this video..appreciate it..
I'm a crafter and was in uTube "school" when I came across your video for the first time. It caught my eye and clicked on it for the hell of it to check it out. Need I say more.....here I am now. Kudos to you big time. Your down to earth entertaining educating persona made me explore you further. Although I currently work with resin, cabochons and pop sockets I'm always open to new adventures and growth. Being a jewelry addict for 50+ years has certainly provided me with a stash. Thank you for being who you are. You're a breath of fresh air!!!
Great video! Bead stacking was very popular in the 1990's and in the 1980's and 1970's. It's amazing how styles come back and always seems so fresh and new when they do! I live that! 😁
This was inspiring! I'd love a follow-up video showing more ideas about using the stacks and charms that are created. This morning, I made 6 beaded book marks and I'm using up my miscellaneous beads in such a creative way! Liz in Media, PA
I just love how inspiring you are! Thank you for the difference you have made in me. I had the skills and desire but thanks to you and your simplistic approach to remembering to have fun with it, it's not a mistake just go with it, I have been making like I've never before. I just wish I'd found you sooner. Thanks to you I have a confident and varied inventory for the first time ever! Can't wait to try my first market soon. Much love from this Houston "kid".
Right?! Always gets me motivated to get off my phone and do something!! And these simple little tips and tricks help me a lot. I get distracted so easily. SMH. 😊
Great video and camera work! So many videos I've seen are such a waste of time because the camera is positioned poorly and the techniques can't be seen. Wonderful tips on making the end loops & wrapping methods!!! I really needed to see this and can't wait to make some wrapped bead stacks! ... Thank you so much! ❤
Thanks for your great ideas! So glad I found your channel again. Stacked beads are great stash busters. And once I have a bunch, then my creations really come together. TFS! 😊
This is where I started in the early 80s, but stopped to learn other techniques. So simple and satisfying! I love your artist's eye for colour and form.
Finally...ive been doing this for a couple of yrs now. Earrings, keyrings zipper pulls n roach clips. N the best thing n besides therapeutic for me..easy peazy cash. 👍. Highly recommended ppl..Matt knws his stuff. Ty ty ty..wish I could send u pics. Holidays I usually use themed beads too. Good luck all..❤❤❤❤❤
This is a great video Matt! Thank you! My brain just went 😲😲🤯 Those are so pretty and like you said, just make them. Seriously I'm a mixed-media artist and my head is about to explode. OMG ❤
How easy and fun! You made this look so easy and encouraging to make. You explained and showed what to do way easier than others who make it long and drawn out and convoluted! Good music too!
I love this idea. I always have a hard time trying to find the right beads when making something. I'm going to try and not think about it to much and just put some beads together.
I think about it too much to..... so I have done a lot this way since I watched Matt's video I just relaxed and started putting them together it's so much more fun and it's turned out beautiful ❤️❤️❤️
Wow! Why am I only seeing you now for the first time? You're brilliant, fabulous, sensational, geogious, wonderful, amazing, and this is the first time I'm seeing you!🎉
Oh, how I wish I had the strength and dexterity of a good masculine wrist!! You it so naturally and effortlessly, Matt, it leaves me in awe and envy!! thanks!! Love what you make! And your lovely humor and clear creativity is delectable!! God bless you, and your hands!!
Thanks Matt! I have thousands of beads and usually make necklaces, earrings and bracelets. This video is great! I takes me awhile to figure out what to make. I will definitely start stacking my beads! I love this idea!
I didn't know this was new. I have been doing it for years. But I don't wear my jewelry anymore, and I never got good enough to sell. Maybe I will dig my beads and wire etc out of my closet and have another go. It's so fun I remember. XOXOXO
I'm just getting into doing this. I can't believe there's a video with a really enthusiastic guy, cooking exactly what I've been thinking since Christmas after making all my presents for my friends and going there's got to be an easier way to do this. Plus I now have a million beads because people are noticing my jewelry,and are giving me tons of their old jewelry that they no longer need. Now with 1000s of beads what can I do with these beautiful things. I bought dividers but I like how you stack them without dividers. Thank you for the inspiration, and reducing my stress. ❤ The flower power beads are amazing with all the cool teknicolors. Me want them now😅
Fun video! I have been collecting beads for 16 years and want to get rid of them. Started sorting, 4 hours later, still sorting because you can really get absorbed by sorting beads😅 I may end up keeping them, you gave me some new ideas.
Matt, this is THE BEST tutorial I've seen yet!!! Thanks!
You crackedme up. I love beads. Went into a gigantic bead shop and my boyfriend said my eyes just kinda glazed over and I stood there in a stupor trying to figure out where to go first. Lol
Sounds like me.😂
Your enthusiasm is sparkle-rific! Thanks for livening up my lunch break!
You're the first person who explained the loop making that really stuck with me! I only needed to watch once and I got it!
I watched several loop videos and they seemed so complicated. You make it so clear and easy!
Thank you!!!❤️❤️❤️
I thought the same thing
Great tutorial. Thanks
I just love the easy flow and creativity.
I didn't know that I was a bead stacker, untilI watched this. Love the start segment bead description.
Ok I randomly decided to watch this video, and subscribed just because I love your energy! I do love beads.
Beautiful creation thanks for sharing.
Thank you. I like seeing all lined up.
I’m just learning how to do this wow it’s so fun
Glad to see you back to teaching demos again! Always something fresh and new...
I’m a bead stacker!! I use head pins unless I’m making a chain! I also like little spacer bras in between a neutral color. Sometimes it gives them a bit more pizzaz! You are really good at these instructions! The twist around the extra wire always looks good!
@kristinstewart5556 - Same here. I've been stacking them for many years. Sold a lot that way, too. I'll be teaching my young granddaughter to do them soon as well.
I’ve used heads pins, too, to stack!
Love this video! You are very easy to understand and inspiring! I'm going to stack some beads TODAY!
You are right, bead non stop ! Generally I'm up at night contemplating what I'm going to bead next. Always have ideas. You rock. Glad I found your site.
I understand now! Thanks for being so clear.
You ROCK! Your energy is wonderful and your teaching is plain and simple. Thank you for sharing!! 🎉
Want to get back to jewelry making! I'm inspired now! Thanks😊
Thanks Matt, love watching you work with wire.
You make this look so simple and easy! 😔 I’ll keep trying. 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻☺️☺️☺️☺️
I love stacking beads! I'm addicted, lol... When my students think they are beading it wrong, because it doesn't look like mine, I tell them it doesn't matter. It's not necessarily wrong. If they like how it has turned out, then it is right. You will never be able to do any two exactly the same. We are not machines. If they like the looks, then it's right!
Thank you, Matt! I have learned a lot from your videos.
Thanks Matt. Perfect timing for an upcoming craft donation drive. Cheers from sunny Queensland Australia.
Just ran into your video! Awesome instructions and relaxing to watch. I may try this!
I like the way you show how to play and stack different shapes and sizes of beads and playing with the wires I think is super fun. Thank you for sharing.
This will help me out of my seasonal depression. I have arrived because God lead me to you. Now I will not feel guilty because of prices. I have so many beads, etc. I just need to concentrate and move forward. Keep inspiring me and others to be creative. You put things in a different perspective. I can see the light. Thank you. Now I just have to get the wire and will be ordering it today.
Thank you Matt! I used to make beads all the time but I guess I got depressed and I have moved and things are all over the place and not where I know where they are, for two years!!! But watching this video makes me happy and I want to make beads again! You inspired me to work with wires awhile ago too! Thanks again for your help! 😊
Im going to start this again, I used to love this work
Same here with a move and all. I would make bracelets, necklaces, and decorative ID necklaces for people at work. Also, for fundraising for the Christmas party at work.
I have todo this. Because I have not done anything for awhile. It seems like a good not s art place to start again!💜
Thar was supposed to say nonthreatening place to start again.💜
I have collected old jewelry from thrift shops & yard sales for years. I use them for wind chimes from tiny Jello molds with the stack method you described. They are lovely if I do say so~ Thanks for sharing!
What an awesome idea to use some of the old costume jewelry I score at estate sales, yard sales, online lot auctions, etc. I have been trying to find something else useful for it, and I believe now you just gave me a great solution. Thanks for sharing, of course!!!😊👍
Dang Matt, love this vid! Your super up close is sooo great. I’m just starting to work with beads and I’m frustrated with making the loops perfectly. This has helped me greatly. Needless to say, I’m a new subscriber! ☺️☺️☺️☺️👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Great idea to make a lot of different sizes of bead stacks and then use them for bracelets, necklaces and earrings. You can also use them to make dangles as pendants. Thanks for sharing this video.☺
Thank you!!!! I am looking for new ways to make my own components…and I have a ton of bead soup.
I've been doing this for years. I never wait for or pay attention to "trends." I just follow my intuition, so I guess I end up setting the trends myself.
Sounds good to me! I make glass beads for a living and headpins…to stack beads on to 😊
You have inspired me to start a small business based on what I owe to your videos. Thank you so much!!
I love bead stacking. I like how you have the wore meet in the middle with the the blue beads and make a cool design. Awesome.
I like all the different shapes in each set.
Such clear instruction! Much appreciated 👍🏽
Aloha!!! Great video AGAIN Mattéo! Beads, beads & more beads, all day long!!!🤩🤩
Thanks Matt for your inspiration your the first gentleman that I've seen that gets it!!!!! like literally thanks for sharing!!!!! You inspire us all !!!!!! Keep them coming😅😅😅😅😅😅😅
I will be stacking this weekend. You are giving me inspiration, because I don’t need medicine. Thanks.
Another great video! Thanks so much for the inspiration!
What part of PA?
@MattsCrazyArt northeastern PA. About half way between Scranton, PA and Binghamton, NY.
I've seen several videos related to the "loop" part and the way you show and explain it FINALLY makes sense. Thanks!
I've been putting a chain tassel on one end and a lobster clip on the other to use as fidget embellishments.
I am learning to make bead jewelry and I love it.
This video came up on my .......well, heck, I don't know how you appeared on my screen but your intro alone made me subscribe. And you are SO too-the-point! Thank you!
Nice to listen to someone who gets what I do. I have bead stacks all over my workshop and still want more.
Matt, you crack me up!! Thanks for your humorous yet very informative and enthusiastic videos!! ☺️🙂🌸
You are my favorite, I love your enthusiasm!!!
THANK YOU❤
Thanks so Much!!
I've never seen anyone show how to do this! Had tools for years! They await being used. Great Inspiration!
That was so fun, I'm inspired to get my beads out and start stacking
So glad to see you!!
Maybe this is what I need to do to get my groove back! LOL
Wooooow, you just inspired me...I was really lazy lately with not much motivation. And you gave me the boost that I needed...you are so full of energy and inspiration! I really appreciate your advice and support. I am going to take you with me every day in every video to do the same as you do....get that energy going to keeping doing what I needed to do. God bless you for your kindness and for being yourself🙏🙏🙏
It’s crazy..I just found your channel and I have tons n tons of beads from years ago that I have not been into in such a long time….thanks for this video..appreciate it..
Thank you so much for the clear explanation of how to bend wire to make perfect loops 😊
I'm a crafter and was in uTube "school" when I came across your video for the first time. It caught my eye and clicked on it for the hell of it to check it out. Need I say more.....here I am now. Kudos to you big time. Your down to earth entertaining educating persona made me explore you further. Although I currently work with resin, cabochons and pop sockets I'm always open to new adventures and growth. Being a jewelry addict for 50+ years has certainly provided me with a stash. Thank you for being who you are. You're a breath of fresh air!!!
Beautiful! I love your energy and creativity! ❤️👍🏻😁
Love your enthusiasm.
Great video! Bead stacking was very popular in the 1990's and in the 1980's and 1970's. It's amazing how styles come back and always seems so fresh and new when they do! I live that! 😁
You are an expert, inspiring, talented genius when it comes to wire wrappin'!!!😮
This was inspiring! I'd love a follow-up video showing more ideas about using the stacks and charms that are created. This morning, I made 6 beaded book marks and I'm using up my miscellaneous beads in such a creative way! Liz in Media, PA
Hi Liz, we are in Springfield, PA.
Let us know if you'd like to visit
I love stacking beads! But no wire wrapping, this would definitely be the easiest way to learn!
Great idea thanks for sharing
I just love how inspiring you are! Thank you for the difference you have made in me. I had the skills and desire but thanks to you and your simplistic approach to remembering to have fun with it, it's not a mistake just go with it, I have been making like I've never before. I just wish I'd found you sooner. Thanks to you I have a confident and varied inventory for the first time ever! Can't wait to try my first market soon. Much love from this Houston "kid".
Right?! Always gets me motivated to get off my phone and do something!! And these simple little tips and tricks help me a lot. I get distracted so easily. SMH. 😊
Great video and camera work! So many videos I've seen are such a waste of time because the camera is positioned poorly and the techniques can't be seen. Wonderful tips on making the end loops & wrapping methods!!! I really needed to see this and can't wait to make some wrapped bead stacks! ... Thank you so much! ❤
"And he persuaded" as we say in Poland. Thank you! I've started stacking beads! [;
Thanks for your great ideas! So glad I found your channel again. Stacked beads are great stash busters. And once I have a bunch, then my creations really come together. TFS! 😊
This is where I started in the early 80s, but stopped to learn other techniques. So simple and satisfying! I love your artist's eye for colour and form.
Wow! Thank you so much for your video. Love the technique you use for wire wrapping. Here comes making all my stacks!
Thanks to the algorithm I viewed your post. Now subscribing. I bought a random 1 pound lot of beads and stacking & wrapping for bracelets is perfect.
Uh ohhhhhh! LOVE THIS. I’m in trouble. Lol
Thanks for sharing.
Stacking beads is so fun but I have never tried anything fancy but you motivated me. I also feel like I can never have enough beads!!
Thank you for sharing this
Thanks for the inspiration...i have zero training but continuing to try🎉🎉🎉🎉
Nice…I have sooo many beads and wire…have been wanting to get it out and play…very motivating!! Thanks!
Finally...ive been doing this for a couple of yrs now. Earrings, keyrings zipper pulls n roach clips. N the best thing n besides therapeutic for me..easy peazy cash. 👍. Highly recommended ppl..Matt knws his stuff. Ty ty ty..wish I could send u pics. Holidays I usually use themed beads too. Good luck all..❤❤❤❤❤
We have a facebook group you can post photos. Search "Matt's Crazy Art" and look for the blue guitar painting then hit "join"
You are all inspiring. Your lesson is clear and understandable. Unlike others I can’t follow. Thank you for making this video.
Thank you!! Great bead work.
This is a great video Matt! Thank you! My brain just went 😲😲🤯 Those are so pretty and like you said, just make them. Seriously I'm a mixed-media artist and my head is about to explode. OMG ❤
I love this idea! Thank you. ✨
How easy and fun! You made this look so easy and encouraging to make. You explained and showed what to do way easier than others who make it long and drawn out and convoluted! Good music too!
I love this idea. I always have a hard time trying to find the right beads when making something. I'm going to try and not think about it to much and just put some beads together.
I think about it too much to..... so I have done a lot this way since I watched Matt's video I just relaxed and started putting them together it's so much more fun and it's turned out beautiful ❤️❤️❤️
These are beautiful ❤ Fantastic job on your work.
Great ideas! Thank you Matt!
Yay, beads beautiful!!
there's a Bead store in my home town. I miss it so much. you can buy one single bead if you want. It's great.
Wow! Why am I only seeing you now for the first time? You're brilliant, fabulous, sensational, geogious, wonderful, amazing, and this is the first time I'm seeing you!🎉
Wow, I can bathe in those compliments all week 🥰 Swoon...
Oh, how I wish I had the strength and dexterity of a good masculine wrist!! You it so naturally and effortlessly, Matt, it leaves me in awe and envy!! thanks!! Love what you make! And your lovely humor and clear creativity is delectable!! God bless you, and your hands!!
Stick to 20 gauge - it's more forgiving.
18 gauge can be a challenge
Ohhhh nice. I bought some lovely wire a few years ago and then stalled out.
I don’t know why I haven’t been making stacks but I’m gonna start.
Now I have a new project. Thanks Matt😊
Thanks Matt! I have thousands of beads and usually make necklaces, earrings and bracelets. This video is great! I takes me awhile to figure out what to make. I will definitely start stacking my beads! I love this idea!
Me too
keep coming back , you are great.
I didn't know this was new. I have been doing it for years. But I don't wear my jewelry anymore, and I never got good enough to sell. Maybe I will dig my beads and wire etc out of my closet and have another go. It's so fun I remember. XOXOXO
I must stack beads! 😵💫
You are so so so cool! Thank you for sharing! Everything's so easy to understand and you just wanna go and try it out! Amazing!❤
I'm just getting into doing this. I can't believe there's a video with a really enthusiastic guy, cooking exactly what I've been thinking since Christmas after making all my presents for my friends and going there's got to be an easier way to do this. Plus I now have a million beads because people are noticing my jewelry,and are giving me tons of their old jewelry that they no longer need.
Now with 1000s of beads what can I do with these beautiful things.
I bought dividers but I like how you stack them without dividers. Thank you for the inspiration, and reducing my stress. ❤
The flower power beads are amazing with all the cool teknicolors. Me want them now😅
Yes good point why am I not stacking me some beads ! I must get on with it ! Thanks for sharing !
Great loop demo!
Fun video! I have been collecting beads for 16 years and want to get rid of them. Started sorting, 4 hours later, still sorting because you can really get absorbed by sorting beads😅 I may end up keeping them, you gave me some new ideas.
You're absolutely right I was just thinking about that. Why do I have to overthink it all the time.
Thanks, Matt!! I guess I don't have to have a full project in mind to just stack some beads for the heck of it. I'll go stack some right now. 😁