Alexandra Sydorenko - Bella Brooch/Pendant

Bella Brooch/Pendant

Welcome the energy of 2026 with a project inspired by the spirited Year of the Fire Horse. This lunar year symbolizes passion, courage, independence, and transformative momentum—qualities beautifully reflected in this striking beaded horse brooch/pendant.

In this class, you’ll create Bella, your own wearable good-luck talisman—or simply a stunning addition to your beadwork collection. True to the designer’s style, you won’t be limited to just one palette: expect at least three gorgeous colorways, with the possibility of more.

Bella is lightweight and wonderfully wearable at 2.5" x 2.25", making her perfect on a jacket, scarf, purse, hat, or anywhere you want a touch of charm and movement. Flowing fringe extends the horse’s mane, while layered sequin flowers and pearls add beautiful dimension and texture.

Skills Learned: Dimensional bead embroidery, hard French wire embroidery, and additional embellishment techniques.