Five Essential Tools For Making Beaded Jewelry
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Before you begin beading, take time to analyze which tools of the trade you will need to start on your beading project. When I first started beading, my first investment went into beading tools. I wanted to make sure I used the right tools to ensure my jewelry pieces come out right. It took a few trial-and-error buying before I was finally able to break it down to these five “must-have” beading tools. For those beginning beaders who are still looking for answers on what to use and when to use those beading tools, read on.
Dream Catcher Style Pendant
December 1, 2009 by webmaster
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This attractive pendant encapsulates the spiritual side of popular fashion jewellery.
Tip – Make sure you trim ends of the wire to create a smooth non – scratchy finish.
Elegant Choker with garnet coloured chip beads and earrings
November 22, 2009 by webmaster
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This elegant choker is the perfect accessory to add a touch of glamour to an evening out.
Rune Style Pendant
The last 20 years has seen a huge revival in mysticism, spiritualism and New Age practices.
This rune style pendant is based loosely upon rune stones which are used in some circles for divination and can be traced back to the Anglo Saxons.
Turquoise Silver Foil Disc Bracelet
October 2, 2009 by webmaster
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A contemporary bracelet in cool silver and blue shades. This cuff style bracelet gives a really unusual look and is a statement piece of jewellery for those who want to stand out from the crowd.
Insights from jewelry designer and author Dorothy wood
October 2, 2009 by webmaster
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Allison talks to the author of the new jewellery making book “Ultimate Necklace Maker”, Dorothy Wood.
Dorothy has been making jewellery since 2004 and is the author of many books and articles and is a keen crafter.
Learn new jewellery making skills on holiday
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Whilst some young women go on holiday to pick up a man, why not go away for a break and pick up a new skill. Go and hone your jewellery making skilsl in south west France and meet people who share you passion for beading and making jewellery.
www.golearnto.com offers holidays and short breaks where you can lean to make tiaras, and wire jewellery whilst relaxing in beautiful surroundings with like minded people who share you creative passion
Many of the courses on offer are idea for singles who are looking for something new. Or why not book up with a few of your jewellery making buddies for a real treat.
We particularly like the idea of the wire work and the tiara courses in Rodez South West France. Accommodation is set in a beautifully restored farmhouse which is provides the perfect holiday setting.
The wire work course focuses on copper and sterling silver wire with embellishment from crystal and gem stones. Two days are spent in a jewellery making workshop, but time is also madea available for sightseeing excursions which are included in the price of the holiday.
The tiara courses encompasses various beading techniques and participants can make co-ordaining bridal jewellery. Great for hen parties or a girls short break.
For further information go to http://www.golearnto.com/search.aspx?ctry=75&rgn=t_1870141&activetype=4&datefrom=&dateto and check out the details.
All about stringing
The oldest method of wearing beaded jewellery is to string the beads together. Many different types of thread can be used, but some of most common ones are silk thread, cotton thread, nylon, and nylon coated wire. Necklaces strung on coated wire based threads are stiffer and do not drape as well as those strung on silk or nylon, so you really need to think about your necklace or bracelet design before you choose your thread.
Jewelry Photography with Photo Studio Box
June 27, 2009 by webmaster
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Jewelry Photography with Photo Studio Box
By Dan Ennis
For those who are selling on ebay or online, or any jewelry store owners, taking quality jewelry photos is a daunting task.
You are selling a product that is relatively expensive, and requires a high quality photograph to showcase your jewelry product. As the saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words. In your case, a picture might worth a thousand dollars! A good piece of jewelry could retail for $1,000’s or more.
As such, there should be no compromise on taking jewelry photography. The jewelry photo you take should be sharp, high detail and depicting the real color. In particular if you are selling diamond, gem stones, and other precious metals of which the color could easily distorted by light that is not suitable for jewelry photography.
Cocktail Bracelet
June 13, 2009 by webmaster
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Reminiscent of the classic design of the 30’s this bracelet offers the height of glamour to any outfit.
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