Bead Unique Magazine Submission Guidelines

Bead Unique Magazine Editorial Submission Guidelines

When submitting ideas or concepts:

Include thoughts or inspiration for idea(s).
Engage the reader. What could be said about the technique or project to excite and inspire?
Know the market and trends. Bead Unique projects are just that…UNIQUE!

When submitting an original design, please include the following:

Your name, address, phone number, and e-mail.
Clear photo or detailed sketch. Digital submissions (300 dpi JPEG) may be sent to the editor.
Brief description of the project, materials, colors, and techniques used.
Indicate if there are alternative finishing methods.
Color or fabric swatches, if applicable.

Submissions should include:

Beginner to advanced skill levels.
Originality of design and use of materials.
Techniques used to complete the project.
Indicate if project would need photography to illustrate step-by-step instructions or pattern.

Bead Unique™ prefers original designs, but will discuss alternative arrangements on a case-by-case basis.
Instructions must be sent on disk with hard copy or via e-mail.

Accepted projects will include:

Separate document with designer’s name, address, shipping address, phone, and e-mail.
Complete and detailed materials list (including brand names, registered trademark symbols, and product numbers, if applicable).
Instructions must be written in 12pt Times Roman font without bullets, indents, or formatting. An instruction template will be supplied for your convenience.
Brief descriptive paragraph of project technique and inspiration (2–3 sentences only).
Difficulty level of project: Introductory/Beginner, Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced.
Estimated time to finish project, including drying or finishing times.
Finished size(s) of completed project(s), if applicable.
Any tips or helpful hints on assembling the project and/or care of the finished piece.
Sources for specific products (including company name, phone number, and website).
Original full-size color patterns, diagrams, and/or charts, if applicable.
If artist is supplying step-by-step photos, the artist must consult with the editor regarding the backgrounds used in the photos. Step-by-step photos provided by the artist must be sent using FTP or on CD-ROM, or Zip disc when possible rather than as e-mail attachments. For Digital settings: Use a 3.3 megapixel or better camera, at least 300 dpi resolution, highest quality (fine) JPEG setting or save as a tiff with LZW compression. Do not correct image color or manipulate data. If the publisher will be taking the step-by-step photos, the artist must supply and label the steps thoroughly.
Manuscript of no more than 5 pages or 1500 words.
One portrait photograph of artist and brief bio. Keep in mind the feel of the magazine is a warm, cozy and friendly one.

Contact the Editor

Pamela Hawkins
Phone: (707) 927-1078
E-mail: editors@beaduniquemag.com

2009-2010 Editorial Forecast
Issue	Cover Date	Theme	Materials Due Date for Booked Projects
#22	Fall 2009	Copper - Back to School - Vintage Remakes Ideas, styles, or projects we are looking for in the July, August, September time frame: Beads: Bead crochet, cabochons, faceted gemstones Art Jewelry: old jewelry turned into new, beads and fibers, metalwork and beads Home Decor: Beaded home parties, sparkling centerpieces Fashion: beaded jeans/pants/tops, stenciled and beaded clothing	Feb. 3, 2009 On Sale July 21
#23	Winter 2010	Beautiful Black - Econo-Beading - FRINGE Ideas, styles, or projects we are looking for in the October, November, December, January time frame: Beads: charms aplenty, easy Ndebele, fringing Art Jewelry: Hammered metals, filigree, metal clay, found items Home Decor: Velvet, candles, paint and beads, memories Fashion: coverlets, encrusted shoes/shawls/hats, boot jewelry	April 24 2009 On Sale Oct. 20
#24	Spring 2010	Soft Rose - Fabric - Elegance Ideas, styles or projects we are looking for in the February, March, April time frame: Beads: freshwater pearls, floral lampwork, tiny crystals Art Jewelry: wire crochet, chain mixing, alternative mediums and beads Home Decor: Wedding favors, silk, curtains Fashion: denim, fun with ribbon, beads on fabric	July 15 2009 On Sale Jan. 22
#25	Summer 2010	Seafoam Green - Outdoors - Fresh Ideas Ideas, styles or projects we are looking for in the May, June, July time frame: Beads: Bold focal beads, pretty peyote, borosilicate Art Jewelry: Interesting wirework, polymer clay pendants Home Decor: suncatchers, garden decor, patio decor Fashion: Beaded beachwear, animal prints	Nov. 1 2009 On Sale Apr. 22

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