Get to Know…
Anna Lisztes
Specialty - Bead Weaving, Bead Embroidery
Anna Lisztes (Hatvani) is a Hungarian bead artist, designer, and international instructor, renowned for intricate bead embroidery that blends traditional techniques with innovative bead weaving.
Born in Budapest, Anna discovered her love of jewelry-making at age five. Although she initially pursued a career in law and later worked in management consulting, human resources, organizational development, and lean management, her passion for creativity never faded. After the birth of her first son, she returned to jewelry design and found her artistic home in bead embroidery.
What began as a hobby quickly grew into an international business. Through her brand, Precious Heart Beads, Anna creates original tutorials, kits, and finished jewelry for bead artists worldwide. Her work has appeared in international beading publications and exhibitions, and she teaches students from around the globe through her highly regarded online classes.
Anna is known for combining bead embroidery with bead weaving, often incorporating handmade focal elements, distinctive color palettes, and carefully selected premium materials. Her projects are designed not only to teach techniques but also to inspire creativity and foster personal artistic expression.
Drawing inspiration from nature, mythology, history, and fine art, Anna describes her creative process as envisioning complete designs in her imagination and bringing them to life, bead by bead.
Since 2020, bead embroidery has been her full-time profession. She now dedicates herself to designing, teaching, and supporting the international beading community while raising her three sons in northern Hungary, where the surrounding forests, hills, and natural beauty continue to inspire her work. Connect with Anna and her artistry on:
Website: preciousheartbeads.com
Bead Store: gyongylabor.com
Personal Facebook page: facebook.com/people/Anna-Lisztes
Precious Heart Beads Facebook page: facebook.com/people/Precious-HeartBeads-Fine-Beaded-Art-Jewelry
Etsy Shop: etsy.com/shop/PreciousHeartBeads
Anna’s Creative Portfolio
Anna’s Available Workshops
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Atlantis Live Virtual Zoom Workshop October 11, 2026, 11:00 AM-5:00 PM EST
Journey into the legendary world of Atlantis and create a stunning statement necklace inspired by the beauty and mystery of the lost underwater city.
This extraordinary project combines bead embroidery, dimensional construction, crystals, pearls, and intricate beadwork to capture the elegance of ancient ruins, flowing ocean currents, and hidden treasures beneath the sea.
More than a project class, Anna shares her creative design process throughout the workshop, helping students understand not only how the necklace is constructed, but why specific materials, shapes, and techniques were chosen. Participants will gain valuable design knowledge they can apply to their own future creations.
When, Where & Price
Date: October 11, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST
Location: Zoom
Price: $95 + $185 for Required Kit
Techniques Covered
Professional bead embroidery techniques
Creating balanced, flowing compositions
Anna's signature decorative French wire technique using both hard and soft French wire
Dimensional and layered bead embroidery construction
Twisted Herringbone rope
Spiral Rope bead weaving
Incorporating crystals, pearls, and specialty embellishments
Professional edge finishing and assembly
Design principles for creating original bead embroidery pieces
Skill Level
Intermediate to Advanced
Who Should Attend/Prerequisites
This class is best suited for intermediate and advanced bead artists who are already familiar with basic bead embroidery techniques and interested in expanding their skills through more advanced design concepts and construction methods.
Students should be comfortable with basic stitching techniques and willing to work with multiple materials and techniques throughout the project.
Kit Information
Required Kit: $185 (Available for purchase directly from the instructor)
A kit is required and includes all project-specific materials needed to complete the original design, including:
Exclusive focal component
Cabochons and specialty elements
Crystals
Pearls
Premium seed beads and accent beads
Hard and soft French wire
Beading needles
Thread selected specifically for the project
Backing and foundation materials
Additional embellishments required for the original design
Student Supplies/Requirements
Please bring:
B-7000 adhesive with a precision applicator tip
Sharp embroidery scissors or thread snips
Bead mat or suitable work surface
Good lighting
Note: Fine-point tweezers and B-7000 adhesive are essential for working with the delicate French wire details and dimensional embellishments featured in this design.
To participate, you will need:
A desktop, laptop, or tablet
The Zoom application (available for Windows, Apple, or Android)
A reliable internet connection
More than a necklace, Atlantis is an invitation to explore your creativity, expand your skills, and transform beads, crystals, and imagination into something truly extraordinary.
Zoom access details will be emailed the week of the workshop after registration is complete.
Note: Enrollment is confirmed upon receipt of payment. All payments are final and non-refundable, except in the event that SocialBeadia cancels the class, in which case a full refund will be issued.
If you are unable to attend for any reason, you may transfer your enrollment to another individual— provided you arrange the transfer and notify SocialBeadia in advance of the class. Should you choose not to transfer your seat, you will still receive all instructional materials included with your registration, along with the option to purchase a kit, subject to availability.
Please note that once instructional materials have been delivered, refunds, credits, or exchanges are not available.
Thank you for supporting SocialBeadia and our community of artists. For any questions, please contact info@socialbeadia.com