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Glass Bead Supplies

By: beadingbydesign - September 30th, 2011 Filed under: Beading by Design Add Comment

Do-it-Yourself - Install a Glass Block Window, Yes You Can!

Classic glass block windows have been around for decades and for good reason. Where ventilation is not needed or desired, glass block windows allow natural light to pass through while providing privacy or blocking out unwanted views. With styles and patterns that let you choose from complete privacy to a totally translucent view, you'll find glass blocks that will let you get exactly the look and level of light control and privacy that you desire. From diamond patterns to stripes and wave patterns, the beauty of glass blocks is that they require no window treatment and they allow the architecture of the glass and the room to take center stage.

What you may not know is that it is relatively simple to install a glass block window yourself. Skip the expense of professional installation and read on to learn how to make this stylish upgrade to your home.

Getting Started: Glass Blocks and Supplies

First you need to know how many glass blocks you need to fit the window opening. Measure your window and take the measurements to the home improvement or glass supply store. Depending on the style of block you choose, the professional at the store can determine how many blocks you need, as well as the configuration. Before you leave the store, pick up whatever supplies you don't already have: a sharp utility knife, plastic putty knife, plastic tracking and spacers, silicone sealer and caulking to match the tracking and the exterior window frame. You will also need a drill for creating pilot holes, a marking pencil, measuring tape and wood screws.

Step-by-Step Procedure

1. If there is an existing window, remove it and its accompanying tracking system. Scrape away any residual adhesive and caulking.

2. Measure the opening and then measure, mark and cut the plastic tracking to fit all four sides. Install the bottom piece of tracking, as well as the side pieces by marking pilot holes in the tracking for screw locations with a pencil. Drill the holes, and then attach the tracking to the window with wood screws. Don't install your top piece of tracking yet.

3. You will be installing the glass block from starting at the bottom of the window and working toward the top. In order to accommodate the last block on the top row, you need to cut a notch in the plastic tracking that will be installed at the top of the window: Use a sharp utility knife to cut a notch that is one inch longer than the width of one block. The notch must also be half the width of the tracking. In other words, you are going to cut a notch lengthwise in the top section of tracking that is half as wide as the track and one inch longer than the width of your glass block.

4. Set this smaller notched out piece aside for installation with the final block and install the remainder of the top track, with the opening that you notched in, marking pilot holes and screwing it to top of the window. The notched section of track should face to interior side of the window, with the full length of tracking to the exterior.

5. Begin laying block at a bottom corner. Use a trimmed spacer to keep your vertical spacing consistent; place your next block and check that the blocks sit securely in the tracking channel. Finish laying blocks for the bottom row and use a horizontal spacer to set the next row; continue with vertical spacers between blocks on the same row, to keep your blocks level and evenly spaced. Continue in this fashion until you reach the top row at the notched area for the final glass block.

6. Cut the tip off a tube of silicone sealer and run a thin bead along the edge of tracking that you previously set aside. Adhere the tracking to the edge of the glass block, press gently to smooth out an air bubbles, and set the final block securely in place.

7. Seal all the blocks along horizontal seams first with silicone sealer; run silicone along vertical seams, skipping over the horizontal bead you just created. Seams must be sealed on both the interior and exterior of the window. Use a putty knife to smooth the bead and wipe away excess with a clean wet rag. Finally, seal the interior and exterior of the window frame with latex caulk.

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Additional free ideas are offered by senior staff writer and home decor specialist Danita Lickfelt at Metal-Wall-Art.com. The store also specializes in distinctive music wall art and contemporary wall art.

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
best online store to get glass bead makin supplies?
i want to make glass beads but need a online store i can trust to get supplies.
- ANSWER:
  www.jewelrysupply.com
  
  I get a lot of my stuff from them and they are very reasonable as well as fast shipping with great quality beads
QUESTION:
Lampwork: glass bead supplies?
I have recently begun making glass beads. In about an hour I'll be picking up most of the supplies needed.

Here is a list of the supplies I'll be shopping for today. If anyone can recommend or advise against buying certain types or brands, that would be great. I'll appreciate any advice.

-Torch (1400 F)
-Fuel (must be mixed with oxygen): propane, natural gas, (or MAPP gas, it does not need to be mixed with oxygen)
-Striker (for the torch)
-mandrels (I believe these are the glass rods
-Beadrake, marver plates (what is the difference?)
-Clamp for torch
-Bead release (what kind of paint is this?!)
-Fiber blanket (for cooling the beads down in. What is this made of?)
-Small work table
-Large, square, metal plate for the table
-Pliers (for making stringers)
- ANSWER:
  You need to ask an expert bead maker. Ask Pam East. If anyone knows-- She for sure does! I make a simple lampwork bead by mixing glass frit (broken marbles) and fusing them to 20 gauge copper wire. I use my welding torch.
  
  Keep Arting! Jeff (weseye) Wesley
QUESTION:
What supplies/tools will I need to make a simple glass bead necklace and bracelet?
I am interested in making my own glass bead jewelry, but I have no idea where to start or what to do. I've checked a couple websites but they use terms I don't understand or the directions are too confusing. What would be a good glass bead project for me to start off on, and what basic supplies and tools do I need to buy to start this hobby?

Thanks!
- ANSWER:
  when I wanted to start a few months ago I went to the craft store and bought a cheap beginner kit. It has what you need to make just practice pieces, once you get familiar then you can start spending the money on the glass beads that are available. I personally switched to crystal once I got the hang of it. Super easy and fun to do. I believe the beginner kit will also come with your basic tools. Good Luck
QUESTION:
What are the most necessary tools and supplies to buy for a glass bead student?
Whenever I start a new hobby I end up buying tools that I didn't need. Now, take a glass bead making class and I want to find the best stores online and to break the mold of wasting money.
- ANSWER:
  I would start by talking to your instructor. Then, watch a few youtube videos and note the brand names of the materials they use. Read reviews, then purchase.
  
  You will doubtless need a torch, a torch holder, mandrels, bead release, shaping paddle, etc.
  
  Check out the supplies here:
  
  http://www.delphiglass.com/flameworking-supplies/beginner-bead-making/
  
  Read up on them, then try to find what you need cheaper by running searches on the brand names.
QUESTION:
Who supply pearl and glass bead from Asian countries - India, Bangladesh ?
- ANSWER:
  Asian Crafts Shop supplies pearl and glass bead from Bangladesh. Their website: www.asiancraftsshop.com

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Beads Cheap

By: beadingbydesign - September 29th, 2011 Filed under: Beading by Design Add Comment

Wholsale Mardi Gras Beads

Author: Deepak Bansal

There are quite a Bead stores from where one can buy Wholesale Mardi Grass Beads. Some stores offer costly Mardi Grass Beads in such situation one can go in for the option of Wholesale Mardi Grass Beads. The Wholesale Mardi Grass Beads are available at cheap prices hence are affordable.

The stores selling Wholesale Mardi Grass Beads enables the customers to choose from wide range of Mardi Grass Beads varying in styles, designs, colors etc. While buying Wholesale Mardi Grass Beads one should check out the quality of the Wholesale Mardi Grass Beads as at times the stores sell pathetic quality of Wholesale Mardi Grass Beads.

One can buy Wholesale Mardi Grass Beads by ordering it online. With the Online facility the customers can buy Wholesale Mardi Grass Beads items on the Internet itself. People go in for the option of buying Wholesale Mardi Grass Beads items when they have to buy a whole lot of Mardi Grass Beads.

Some of the famous designs of Mardi Grass Beads available at stores selling Wholesale Mardi Grass Beads include Mask Necklace Mardi Gras beads, Jazz Necklace Mardi Gras beads, Jester Coin Mardi Gras beads, Teddy bear Mardi Gras beads to name a few. One gets to buy Mardi Grass throw Beads and Hand made Mardi Grass Beads from stores selling Wholesale Mardi Grass Beads.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Where can I find some cheap beads to fill a beanbag?
where can i find some cheap polystyrene beads for filling a beanbag? its a medium beanbag i made and im filling for the first time and i live in canada and so shipping would be an option...thanks!
sorry i meant a beanbag chair!
- ANSWER:
  Try here, they have a variety of fillers:
  http://www.foamerica.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=48&gclid=CLj10t7Zv5wCFVRM5Qod_HJOoQ
  
  The Bean Bag Factory is in Canada:
  Bean Bag Factory
  Suite 401, 50 Burnamthorpe Road East
  Mississauaga L5B3C2, ON
  p: 905-212-1033 f: 905-896-9380
  http://www.beanbagfactory.net
QUESTION:
Where can I find cheap Beads for making bracelets?
I would like to possibly make jewelry and sell them on the web, does anyone know where I can find cheap material? I am really intrested in the little 14kt gold beads. Please Help me. Thanx
- ANSWER:
  There are many ways of finding the infomation you want, and I have included the links you will need to help you. Of course, in addition to this, you can also use the resources at your local library, they are only too happy to help you with your searches and queries.
  
  http://www.google.com
  
  http://www.wikipedia.org/
  
  http://uk.search.yahoo.com/web
  
  http://findarticles.com/
  
  http://vos.ucsb.edu/index.asp
  
  http://www.aresearchguide.com/
  
  http://www.geocities.com/athens/troy/886...
  
  http://www.studentresearcher.com/search/...
  
  http://www.chacha.com/
QUESTION:
Where can I get cheap beads for crafts? Or other craft supplies?
I babysit all the time and I want to do some crafts with the kids I babysit. Where can I get beads and other craft supplies really cheap?
- ANSWER:
  Dollar stores usually have crafts, and some have supplies for teachers which will be great for someone who babysits. Look up the websites of 99cent stores, Dollar Tree, and Big Lots (BL is not a dollar store, but it has very cheap stuff), and find out if there is one near you.
  
  Online, the absolute best place for cheap (and I mean CHEAP) crafts is http://www.orientaltrading.com I love this store, you can so much for so little money. And yes, they have loads of beads.
QUESTION:
Anyone know where to get some cheap beads ?
Want to make some jewellery & need some cheap beads does anyone know where i can get some from ?
- ANSWER:
  http://www.soundsnaughty.com/anal-toy/anal-beads/default.aspx?GCID=S17476x001&KEYWORD=anal+beads
  wasn't sure what type of beads you wanted? try these
  http://cheapbeads.net/ These are the beads you want... Sorry for my first link... i was feeling naughty
QUESTION:
where do I find cheap beads and findings?
I recently started beading and am in need of more supplies.Does anyone know a cheap website to get beads and findings?Places like Michael's are to expensive.Thanks
- ANSWER:
  I order a lot online from places like
  http://www.gemmall.com/
  http://www.auntiesbeads.com/
  http://www.artbeads.com
  
  But, I wouldn't say they're that much cheaper once you add shipping, but, there's a lot more variety and higher quality items.
  The other thing I do is watch for sales. You just missed a good one last week when Joann's stores had 40% off all beading supplies.
  Sign up for online fliers from all the craft stores around you and check those out on a regular basis. Beading stuff is on sale frequently, you just have to catch the sales..

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Online Bead Store

By: beadingbydesign - September 28th, 2011 Filed under: Beading by Design Add Comment

Find the pearl jewellery of your dreams at Carla Pearls online store

Author: Chandan

Pearl jewellery is something that every woman wants to own because it is elegant, beautiful and could last a lifetime. Some still have the impression that pearl jewellery is something very pricy and only for big occasions like weddings, but the truth is that pearl jewellery has become quite affordable in the past years thanks to pearl culturing techniques. If you shop for pear jewellery online you can find even better deals as web-based businesses benefit from reduction in rent and storage and are able to return these financial benefits to their customers. Some of the online pearl jewellery shops are well-established with user-friendly interfaces and very detailed descriptions of the items, which are delivered to customers with a great level of service.

Carla pearl jewellery is an online store run by an established London-based jewellery company, Carla Jewellery UK Ltd. It offers you a great variety of pearl jewellery that suits you in any occasions. Carla Pearls offers you such a variety of choices that, whether you are a classy type of gal with a more conservative taste or a fashion-lover with a daring sexy style, you can always find a piece of pearl jewellery that is the best for you at www.carlapearls.co.uk. Fancy an exquisite style single strand classic pearl necklace? Or looking for eye-catching pearl jewellery designed with pearls, diamonds and crystal gems? You can find everything at Carla Pearls. The website of Carla Pearls is well-designed and user-friendly with each items listed with multiple photos and most detailed descriptions. The online store accepts all major credit cards and PayPal and the pearl jewellery of your choice is delivered to you within a couple of days. The customer service team of Carla Pearls is friendly and extremely helpful. Sound returns policy is also offered with options for exchange or full-refund (see our terms & conditions).

Discover ratings of pearl jewellery

There are a lot of online shops at our choice today, whether you are looking to buy accessories, books or even a house, chances are you will find the best choice online. Pearl jewellery lovers see a great variety of choices offered to them in online shops or online marketplaces. But before purchasing pearl jewellery online there are few guidelines that you might like to follow in order to find the best quality authentic ones.

First of all: cultured or natural? You may have heard words like anatural pearlsa or acultured pearlsa and come across terms like afreshwater pearlsa and asalt water pearlsa and find it all a little confusing. Here's a quick explanation: most of the pearls on the market these days are cultured pearls, either nurtured in fresh water or salt water. Natural pearls are extremely rare as they are only discovered in perhaps one in a million oysters. These are pearls that you see on the Queen's jewellery sets since centuries ago.

The rate of the pearl jewellery is decided by the quality and size of the pearls that it is made with. The reason behind the relative high price of pearl jewellery is because of the kind of hard work involved in culturing pearls. Only one in 10 oysters can actually produce a real pearl. The cultured pearls are created by introducing an irritant element in a controlled environment. The environment in which a pearl is grown also affects its quality.

Lustre is the thing that decides largely the value of your pearl jewellery. The sizes are also taken into consideration: typically the larger the more expensive. There are roughly three levels of grading for pearl jewellery, marked as aAa, aAAa or aAAAa. The triple A normally is given to the best quality pearl jewellery. A few pearl jewellery retailers mark their best items as aAAA+a or aAAAAa but this is seen as a sign of bad taste by trusted, established sellers. The price of pearl jewellery is directly related to its rating. The traditional type of pearl jewellery is a single or double strand of round pearls, however more and more varieties of pearl shapes and styles are offered to us nowadays.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Anyone know of any good online bead supplies store?
I've started to make earrings and I was wondering if anyone knew of any online store that had a good selection of glass, chalcedony, or Swarovski crystal beads in addition to wires, chains, and links. Any leads will be appreciated. Thanks!
- ANSWER:
  Fire Mountain
  
  firemountaingems.com
QUESTION:
how to start a online bead store?
How much would it cost to start a small home base online bead shop?

How much beads would I need for inventory?
- ANSWER:
  Swarovski is most expensive and high invest: abt 000 for all colours complete in bicone and rounds shape ONLY!!!
  Next very exp is , some precious stone . Next will be chez glass beads and other precious beads like Tensha Beads, Lampwork Beads, etc. You may need abt 0 000 if you want to setup one complete range. But if you will start in very small quantity, maybe we can help. www.mybeadpoint.com
QUESTION:
What's your favorite unusual or lesser-known online bead store?
The special places that many beaders may not have heard of, not just Fire Mountain Gems or wherever.
- ANSWER:
  Here is a favorite of mine - a little off the beaten path
  
  http://www.2beadornot2bead.com/servlet/StoreFront
QUESTION:
What the cheapest online bead store?
My best friend makes beaded jewerly and she needs a cheaper bead suppler. We've checked around. When we find an inexpensive supplier they don't have a very good stock. Thanks for the suggestion
- ANSWER:
  Try www.bead a bead.com
QUESTION:
Online bead store question.?
I want to buy some beads from an online store. i found a great website called abeadstore.com. is there anyone who has used this website and can tell me if its a good place to order from?
- ANSWER:
  never heard of it, the sites i use are firemountaingems.com and fusionbeads.com
  
  firemountain is great if you're buying a lot of different items at once. they charge shipping, but the discounts on multiple item orders makes up for it.
  
  if you're only getting a few items, fusion is the better deal. i use both and have been very satisfied with the quality, the site layouts and everything.
  
  i went to abeadstore.com and found it difficult to navigate.

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Bead Storage

By: beadingbydesign - September 27th, 2011 Filed under: Beading by Design Add Comment

Maths On The Beads Of Abacus

Author: anchal

Math on the Bead Abacus

To do simple arithmetic on the bead abacus, you first must determine what base you want to use, and if you want to have fractional values available. Dave Bernazzani gives this very concise explanation of a base 10 numbering system for the abacus:

One of the columns is chosen to be the "Units" column and can be any column of your choosing (if you are working with only whole numbers, simply use the rightmost column). If you are working out calculations for monetary sums - reserve the rightmost 2 columns for the decimals and make the 3rd column the "Units" column. Each column to the left of the units column is worth 10 times more than its right-hand neighbor. Each column to the right is worth 0.1 times its left-hand neighbor. So, for example, if you choose the third column to be the "Units" column then you would have the following values:
First Column: Hundredths
Second Column: Tenths
Third Column: Units (Ones)
Fourth Column: Tens Fifth
Column: Hundreds
Sixth Column: Thousands Etc.
(Bernazzani).

An everyday use for the abacus is adding numbers together as you would in a shop. The basic idea of addition is to enter one number into the abacus and then add the second number, column by column, to the values that are already in each column. Although you can work from left to right or right to left, it is more efficient to work right to left (move fewer beads). The only tricky part of addition is when you do not have enough unused beads in that column to represent the value you want to add. Subtraction is just the reverse of addition, with the same necessity of sometimes subtracting 10 and adding 1 in order to take away 9 (Dilson 43ff). Figure 2 and Figure 3 show the basis of addition and subtraction operations.

Simple multiplication (i.e. 5 x 7) is done as repeated addition. It is useful to keep a running tally of how many times you have added 7. The unused columns on the left hand side of the abacus can be used for this. Two digit or higher multiplication is done just as with pencil and paper. It requires memorizing the times tables or having a second abacus to do the simple multiplication. The units column is done first. The results of the multiplication of the unit of the bottom number and the tens of the top number are stored IN THE SECOND column. Keep in mind the process of pen and paper multiplication, and the abacus presents no real difficulty. Division is done as repeated subtraction - again keeping a tally of how many times you have subtracted (Dilson 121ff). Figures 4 and 5 illustrate these 2 processes.

If you would like a little challenge, try doing calculations in other number systems. The Chinese abacus is already useful for base 2 and base 16 calculations. Each rod on the Chinese abacus has 16 possible values because that was the unit of weight in China (Accent Interactive). Because of this, you can also use the Chinese abacus for hexadecimal calculation. And if you ignore the earth beads, you can use the heaven beads for binary calculations.

The best way to learn about the abacus is by doing. Get a stack of pennies or buttons, clear a spot on the kitchen table and try out some sums! And as you are busily calculating away, keep in mind that you are continuing a two thousand year tradition that is still alive and well today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Bead storage?
I need to find a way to store all my beads. I have a whole room in my house I can dedicate for that, however I am having trouble finding affordable bead storage units and cases. Any suggestions?
- ANSWER:
  Do you know anyone that has baby food jars
  they are really great. Another one is old
  prescription bottles. Even small yogurt containers
  that you can put cool labels on and write the names
  of what you have stored work pretty good.
  Check out the thrift store for some containers
  or old spice jars.
QUESTION:
how to make the plan for storage and organization of my bead work?
- ANSWER:
  You can store beads and other beading components in small reusable containers like baby food jars and prescription bottles, or you can purchase modular plastic or acrylic containers sold at bead stores. Use a spoon or bead scoop to collect beads and place them back into their containers when you’re finished with them. It’s a good idea to organize your containers by the type, color, or material of the items they contain.
  
  You can read more tips at :
  http://www.360anybuy.com/blog/?p=5209
QUESTION:
Jewelery makers where do you buy your storage from?
Hi, i have a online jewelery store which i sell handmade jewelery on, i was wondering where other jewelery makers buy storage for beads, findings etc and how you organize them. I have just started up but have a lot of stock (beads,charms,findings) and im in a right mess with things kept in shoe boxes and can never find anything. I found a site called fire mountain which sells this stuff but its in america help?
- ANSWER:
  I would just go to your local craft store and see what all they have. I use a lot of plastic see through drawer sets from Target to organize all my crafts. And I know you can buy some clear boxes with inserts you can take out or put in to create different size containers. (I don't know if I explained that well, sorry.)
  
  Also try looking up DIY.com or HGTV.com and they might have some really good ideas on getting organized. It would at least help you as to what you want your craft organizing to look like!
  
  Good luck!
QUESTION:
My winter tires are leaking from the bead?
Had my winter tires in storage over the summer now they leak from the bead. Does this mean the tires are no good, the rims no good or both are no good? can anything be salvaged?
- ANSWER:
  some rust has gotten in there between bead and rim.
  
  Take to the tire shop and have them re-sealed, its a minimal cost, and it happens fairly often after a summers storage.
  
  ALL of it is salvageable, you wont have to replace rims nor tires.
QUESTION:
where i can find vase filler beads/bean bag filler for makeup storage?
i want to store my makeup brushes in a pot upright but i need some sort of bead/beans to keep them standing up...i live in the uk and have no idea where to find them?
i know you get a lot in the usa and they're really easy to find but i need help!
thank you!
- ANSWER:
  sephora sells bags of those little white beads that they use in their stores to hold brushes.

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Chinese Glass Beads

By: beadingbydesign - September 25th, 2011 Filed under: Beading by Design Add Comment

Several Chinese Cultural Characteristics Of Jade

Author: winbowgems

Description of Chinese traditional culture of Jade

Several Chinese cultural characteristics of Jade

Chinese people on the special interest of Jade There are ancient, like jade and even in gold and other jade in ancient "gentleman for no reason, jade separated from body, a gentleman and Peter Yu Yan", "Yu has 5 de" -

----- Gentle jade color with representatives of china gemstone wholesale kindness, a symbol of wisdom, tenacity texture, do not harm the edges and corners that fairness and justice, when the issue of crisp percussion music that is incorruptible and relaxed response of the United States and Germany. For this reason

, Ancient jade can be sincere people prefer.

First, the accessories Jade

Jade is jadeite class, and jewelry pendants are an asset, but also a decorative craft, from ancient times, people already like to wear jewelry pendants.

Ancient Chinese people wear jade, the main is not a simple decoration, not only performance outside the United States, but the performance of the spiritual world and the degree of self-cultivation, that is, the performance of Germany, but also with body

Is the identity, feelings, manners, and language communication role. Ancient gentleman will wear jade, a gentleman at all times is required, the character Jade demands on themselves, people's moral norms, restrictions on use of the Voice of Ming Yu

Action of human behavior.

Today, jewelry, jade decorations are still seen as a symbol of luck and social status, and performance has become a personality, decoration, grade, an important part of grace, but from the appearance of order

Inconsistency overall clothing dress more resplendent.

Modern varieties of jade ornaments diverse styles, are: beads, bracelets, hair clips, jade pendants, jewelry sets, rings, Phyllostachys jade articles, jade belts and other dazzling, with the exception Xiuyu, agate, dense

Jade jade and other materials, but also by Jade, Lapis lazuli, bloodstone, malachite, Tanglin stone, coral, crystal, ROSE QUARTZ, wood, etc. jade stone material change. Specifications ever-changing style, single beads have

Flat string, pagoda string, color string, shaped string, string, etc. with the form. These china jewelry wholesaler pendants to wear through carefully, give your life, clothing, two people better suited to play the effect.

Second, the fun of Jade
Now, enjoying the jade style, shape, decoration, creativity and workmanship have greatly improved, more emphasis on the auspicious nature of jade, enjoying nature and art, the main varieties of jade figures, flowers

Birds, animals, utensils, Yushan seed and other small ornaments carved, the jade bonsai, agate stone view, the original rock crystal, jade samples, jade materials such as seeds, from the original stone to carve pieces of everything, excellent shape

United States, color-rich, exquisite, unique taste. People watching, playing to get to enjoy the spirit and culture, especially the leisure to produce a touch of jade ornaments are comfortable, elegant taste,

People feel immense joy, excitement and satisfaction. Also in the interior decoration, the fun of pieces of jade and calligraphy, antiques and other crafts combination of configuration, can Mutually text to create a room of the elegant

Of atmosphere.

In addition, enjoying the jade as a gift, keepsake, mascots, etc. are widely used in daily life and various intercourse, are relatives, friends, friendship, that between love and affection, good wishes

Wish or pray for peace in the gift of choice things.

Third, the collection of Jade

Collection of jade, such as better economic conditions, particularly strong strength, can be a fine collection of principles will be collected. A little time, and can age for the topic, such as "Dynasty Jade," "Song Jade"

"Ming Jade", we can also use points "Ancient Pei-yu," "ancient ritual jade," "Son of ancient mountains" to the specific sub-objects "Chinese Jade", "Chinese jade wall", "Chinese Jade Bird"

, "Chinese Dragon", "China Fair", "China he'll", "Chinese jade belt hook," and so on.

Jade collection, should work fine, high quality, color clever, odd shape as the standard, see more, study more, to achieve "Love is not a good selection of jade hand" purposes. General jade jade collection to the new and old

To identify two types of jade.

Identification of a new focus on the genuine and fake jade jade, texture strengths and weaknesses, and carving the Crude. Generally speaking, good jade jade material produced only basis, its value is designed to cut and polish before the artificial

Will eventually embodied. Tang, said: "Although the United States and the quality of jade, is the stone, the good work is not worth pondering, and no other debris." Therefore, The level of jade carving jade quality is an important decision

To weight, good jade jade materials should be used under the premise of good, to achieve a harmonious composition fine, exquisite craft, it feels moist fat slide for the top grade. In addition to the old jade new jade identification of several basic

Requirements, but also identify the production of jade era in the history of the role of the identity of occupants, but also learn to form each of the characteristics of objects (including the local modeling) is an integrated analysis, which made

Type of unique, often but also about the value of jade.

Four, please "keep yu"

If you can, you want to buy Yu-Oh! Yu spiritual feel it! In all the materials to do jewelry supplier, jade and have the most recent pro. Money is money, is the price of diamonds, and jade, is Aura. Test

Look, hold jade in the hands, gently stroking then touching, stroking his smooth skin as soft heart. You will find Jade is a living, there is body temperature with a heartbeat, there is a warm water, is, and with your

Resonate in the mind. Often close to the skin can make the best jade, jade is a faint trace strands you will not live up to the nourishment, as a spiritual dove, also remember that even if flying home. After you hand the jade,

Will keep your breath of life

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
where I can find supplier of automatic glass beads face cutting machine?
I need a machine for cutting glass beads automatically not manualy. it was in china and it's program is running in chinese I heared there is english version of it but some problems I can't find any manufacturer to contact him to buy english version machine. If anyone having any idea about this pls answer even if u can help me with a useful website
- ANSWER:
  The best option to find suppliers online would be from B2B websites. There are some leading B2B websites that provide free list of suppliers with contact details. Also you can send free trade inquiry to these suppliers. I suggest you to look from http://www.hellotrade.com or http://www.alibaba.com B2B websites.
QUESTION:
how to make a video in smaller file?
We are a glass beads factory in China, wholesale Chinese beads. These days one of our customer want to ask us to make a complex necklace and send us a video. But the video is very large, how can we make it smaller file and send easily?

Thanks for all help.

May from Cnbeads
Website: http://www.cnbeads.com
- ANSWER:
  use winrar or winzip to compress the file or even better when rendering the file chose wmv instead of avi
QUESTION:
Want to replace my aunt's bracelet. Where can I find beads like this?
My aunt gave me her favorite bracelet yesterday when she saw me admiring it. I feel really bad! I thought it would be nice to make her a replacement that looks a lot like it. I have no clue about these beads though...

I think they're glass. About half are these spherical "evil eye" beads that're one color, but then have here and there a black dot in a white circle. Anyone know what those are called?

The other ones I need to find are kind of a Chinese style? They're spherical and have a variety of background colors. The "print" is a five-petaled flower with two leafs between them on either side (so 4 leafs total on the whole bead). Also, the flowers and the leafs are outlined by what looks like copper wire. Does anyone know what this kind of bead is called?

Finally, all the spherical beads are separated by these smaller, donut-shaped beads that're flat on the exterior, like cross-sections of a cyllinder, but inlaid with some pretty gemstones (not precious, I'm sure). What're these called?

I need to order beads online and can't seem to find what I'm looking for. Anyone know a good website for buying beads?

The bracelet is on an elastic. Is it hard making one of these?
- ANSWER:
  your best option is to get on the internet and check out some bead websites. It's hard to tell you where to look when you can't see what the beads look like. their are several bead websites in bead magazines.
QUESTION:
can you tell me the who's makermark a trident with the letter J attached to the leftside of trident?
the makermark is on a necklace and ear rings that appear to be made in the early 1900's.the clasp is in a long tube shape with a safety, the chain appeaers to be small metal beads with a wire running inside making it move like the metal chinese dragons that move wavy like.the stones are glass but look like diamonds and the center one might be real,it has a pearl drop as well, the pearl is golden on color its in a silver or platnum like setting . It looks very Edwardian.
- ANSWER:
  no no i cant
QUESTION:
Art Questions! 10 points?
1. Which of the following is a convention Chinese artist Shen Zhou used in his paintings?

Shen Zhou depicted human figures with exaggerated proportion.

Shen Zhou painted with different kinds of brushstrokes and only one color of ink.

Shen Zhou made figures larger than normal to emphasize the power of humans over nature.

Shen Zhou used many colors of ink to emphasize the variety he saw in nature.

2. Which sentence best describes how art in Buddhist cave temples along the Silk Road reflects the beliefs of the Chinese people?

The cave temples were built to be sheltering places for revered emperors when they traveled from town to town.

The cave temples were built as religious shrines and retreats for travelers and monks.

The cave temples served as houses for the crews who built the Great Wall of China.

The cave temples were built to store silk and porcelain, which the Chinese valued above all other goods.

3. Which of the following is a characteristic of Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints?

They have symmetrical balance and detailed forms.

They have highly textured details and many colors.

They have ambiguous space and simple forms.

They have vivid colors and dramatic subject matter.

4. What belief does this Japanese folding screen reflect?

The Buddhist belief of unchanging nature of the world.

The ruling family's belief in the importance of nature.

The Hindu belief in man's dominance over the natural world.

The Shinto belief of man's harmony with nature.

5. Which of the following is a decorative feature of the Taj Mahal?

The walls are inlaid with precious stones.

The onion domes are covered with reliefs.

The entrance is flanked by bronze sculptures.

The toranas are carved with Islamic scriptures.

6. How do sculptures of Shiva Nataraja reflect beliefs of the people of India?

Shiva sculptures were traditionally placed in tombs to honor the Buddha.

Shiva sculptures have symbols and gestures important to Hindu beliefs.

The sculptures demonstrate the separation between gods and humans.

The sculptures depict Indian emperors as peace-loving leaders.

7. How does the stone calendar reflect beliefs of the Aztec people?

It helped them understand the religious practices of other civilizations.

It guided the spirits of the deceased through the afterlife.

It symbolically protected Aztec temples from destruction by natural disasters.

It explained what they believed to be the history of the world.

8. Which of the following is a characteristic of Inca textiles?

Weavers trimmed wool from sheep and wove it on a floor loom.

Traditional weavers used a combination of synthetic and natural dyes.

Weavers made textiles using alpaca wool on a backstrap loom.

Weavers used colors and patterns that were purely decorative.

9. What is one convention Plains women used when decorating ceremonial clothing?

wrapping long strips of human hair with sinew to create fringe

sewing tiny glass beads onto the hide to create geometric patterns

wrapping thin shavings of cedar with thread to create floral designs

sewing leaves and other natural materials onto the hide to create designs

10. Which of the following techniques did Navajo women use to create weavings?

They used natural dyes to create many of the colors.

They used wool from alpaca to spin into yarn.

They worked in teams weaving on large horizontal looms.

They painted geometric designs onto finished weavings.

11. Islamic architects commonly use which of the following elements in mosques?

frescoes that depict humankind's relationship to Allah

pyramidal bases that raise the mosque above other buildings

crenellated towers that protect the mosque against attack

minarets where criers call Muslims to prayer daily

12. Which statement describes characteristics of Islamic tughras?

They depict the names of common citizens using calligraphy.

They contain complex arabesques and interlaced lines.

They contain images of plants, animals, and humans.

They include text and images from epic stories important to Muslims.
- ANSWER:
  You don't do any of your work do you? I mean just because the school is online doesn't mean that you can cheat on EVERYTHING! And all the quizzes are timed and you only have a hour max. I just hope you don't get caught.

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Beaded Beads

By: beadingbydesign - September 24th, 2011 Filed under: Beading by Design Add Comment

Decorating With Beaded Curtains

By Erica Bosworth

No more boring window treatments now that beaded curtains are back! Oh, you may think this is a flashback to the 1960s, but beaded curtains have made a comeback in a whole new way. Groovier than ever designs create exciting plays on light and texture and even work as room dividers.

Where to Use Beads

There are several ways to including beading in your window designs. The entire curtain can be made of beads and hang in colourful strands from the top of the window right down to the floor. This makes a great room divider and can be hung from the top of a doorway. It is ideal for areas you want to define, but not completely close off from one another.

Beads can be strung in such a way to create beautiful mosaics. The finished designs will appear as intricate tapestry, or can be as simple as a monochromatic hanging of different transparencies of glass or plastic beads. Even wooden beads can be used to create a natural looking window treatment.

Beaded curtains can also be used to close off a closet area. This works well in smaller rooms where closet doors may take up too much space when opened and closed.

Using Beads in Curtain Design

Full curtains made of beads are not the only way to incorporate beads into the overall look of the window dressing. Beads can be sewn into fabric to add sparkle and interest. Use contrasting colours, or simply reflect light with a tone on tone bead sewn in random patterns across the fabric.

Beads also make an elegant edging to drapes, sheers or curtains. Imagine a cafe style curtain in a sunroom or family room with a fringe of beads. The room instantly becomes a casual but stylish place for the whole family.

Adding a fringe of beads along formal drapes creates a more formal and elegant look ideal for the living room. You can even dress up furniture with throw pillows accented with the same beaded edging as the drapes.

Beading Even For Those Who Hate to Sew

For those who find sewing too big a chore, you can purchase ready made drapes or curtains and add your own bead work. Some fringes are designed with a nice heavy backing that can even be hot glued into place. However, keep in mind that sewing will give it a more professional looking finish that will stand up to dry cleaning or laundering much better than craft glues.

Decorating with beads is easy and fun and a quick home improvement fix. It

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Art Glass Beads

By: beadingbydesign - September 23rd, 2011 Filed under: Beading by Design Add Comment

Art Nail Tips, Airbrushed Nail (full Cover and Half Tip), Natural Tips, Nail Sticker, Body Tattoos, Nail Jewelry, Nail Dangle, Nail File (glass Nail F

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Export Art Nail Tips, Airbrushed Nail (Full Cover and Half Tip), Natural Tips, Nail Sticker, Body Tattoos, Nail Jewelry, Nail Dangle, Nail File (Glass Nail File, Crystal Nail File) and Buffer, Implement ( Sharpener, Nail Dryer, Tweezer, Scissor, Nail Clipper, Nail Art Pen), Pedicure (Essential File, Toe Separator, Foot File, Stone Pedicure) Puff, Sponge, False Eyelashe, Artificial Eyelashe, Fake Eyebrow, Curler, Glitter and Bead, Rhinestone, Hair and Cosmetic Brush

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Are those art glass beads okay for the bottom of my aquarium?
Iv got an aquarium set up with those glass beads you see in craft stores and in vases. I have them for the bottom of my tank. I'm wondering if they're okay and if they will grow algae on them because i also have an algae eater.
Im wondering about the algae because if theres no algae the fish could starve
- ANSWER:
  Generally they're okay but shouldn't be the only thing in the tank and you need to be sure there isn't some kind of laquer or paint on them that can chip off or leach chemicals into your water. You will still need some kind of gravel or sand since the glass marbles of any kind generally don't make a good surface for algae or beneficial bacteria to grow on. Be sure you are offering other foods to your algae eater...Most tanks don't grow the right kind of algae for them in a big enough amount to maintain their health. They need a varied diet just like we do. Be sure to offer algae wafers and blanched veggies(dipped in boiling water for a few seconds so the veggie doesn't float) periodicly. Zucchinni, squash, cooked peas with the hull off (smoosh each one between your fingers and give them the inner pieces), canned green beans.
QUESTION:
Is there a good market out there for blowing glass?
Like selling pipes wholesale and retail? and even glass art, beads and other jewelery. Please help as much info as possible, thanks.
- ANSWER:
  Well, that was a nasty first answer. Beads have been an extremely popular item for the last ten years and skilled makers get dozens of dollars for the biggest and best ones. They are sold in shops, online, and at beadmaking get togethers. There are dedicated magazines or look for FLOW which is for all aspects of torchworking. Bong pipes are made by clowns who think that is the be all and end all and by guys working in neon and scientific glassblowing and most sold in the US are probably made in China.
QUESTION:
Going to vietnam, looking for glass beads?
will be staying Pham Ngu Lao Street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, Dist 1,Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam.
Any ideas, anywhere nearby I can get glass beads for art and craft. Best if they are supplier.
- ANSWER:
  AS a regular traveler to Vietnam, I have rarely seen places selling glass beads. There are a few, but not many.
  
  Cambodia, however, is a different story. All the markets have many stalls selling glass beads.
  
  People in Vietnam are very industrious. I would say categorically that if you speak to your hotel staff or the vendors in the markets you will be pointed in the right direction to find a person that makes them from home.
  
  Baring in mind the basic wage in VN is on some a month, if you do the right thing with a home producer, they will enlist others to make the same and you have not only a cheap supply of beads, but will also be helping what would otherwise be an impoverished family.
QUESTION:
What is the best website to order wholesale beads from?
I need quality india glass beads in assortment kits, swarovski crystal beads and semi-precious stone beads. I don't want to be obligated to make huge quantity purchases but I will be using the beads to make art for resale, therefor I need the best price and would like to take advantage of my wholesale id.
- ANSWER:
  The Brighton Bead Shop in Sydney Street Brighton, Uk has a lovely selection of beads they sell to the public and wholesale.
QUESTION:
Are glass beads from India good quality?
http://www.michaels.com/art/online/displayProductPage?productNum=bd0479

Where can I find good quality beads?
- ANSWER:
  I've found that Indian beads tend to be the worst quality--they have cracks, break, and don't even have the bead release cleaned out of them. There are exceptions, but this has been my experience. The ones from China are your next step up, and they're usually okay. Your best glass is going to be Czech, and most European and American glass will be pretty close to that.

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Bead Earring Design

By: beadingbydesign - September 22nd, 2011 Filed under: Beading by Design Add Comment

Gemstone Beads Spruce Up Your Persona

Author: Sandy Winslow

Gemstone beads are made by cutting and shaping semi precious gemstones into round, oval, nugget, half-moon or irregular shape beads. Semi precious gemstones are natural treasures of the Earth that come infused with countless shades and hues from the Earth's palette. They are featured in diverse sizes and shapes. Semi precious gemstones differ from precious gemstones like diamond, pearl, sapphire, ruby and emerald, as they have flaws. Softer and chip prone gemstones have relatively shorter lives.

Semi precious stone beads were first used in France some 38,000 years ago as currency and in ornaments. Today, gemstone beads are widely used to make designer jewelry and adorn accessories. They can be purchased in single strand or chain forms or in large wholesale packages from online or local vendors. They are very affordable because they are made of inexpensive semi precious gemstones. Their prices vary with the transparency, weight and color rarity of the semi precious stone used in them.

Gemstone beads feature popular semi precious stones such as Clear Topaz, Purple Amethyst, Green Peridot, deep red Garnet and black or transparent Tourmaline stones. They may also feature Blue Topaz stones or Yellow Citrine stones. While the former is obtained by chemically treating Clear Topaz, the latter is attained by chemically treating the Amethyst semi precious stone. Fire opal, Light blue Aquamarine, Red and Dalmatian Jasper, Green or yellow Jade, Topaz Fluorite, Amazonite, Lemon Topaz, Blackstone, Red Aventurine, Snow flake obsidian, Rose quartz, Turquoise, Onyx green, Carnelian, earthy Unakite and Blue Sodalite are the other semi precious stones used to make these beads.

These beads can be used to make beautiful bracelets, earrings or necklaces. Gemstone bead jewelry can be used to assert one's personality for self-expression. Today these gemstone bead ornaments are in fashion. For formal occasions, individuals usually use the round or oval bead variety, as these are well polished and exude a sophisticated appearance. The plainer versions of these beads may be used for a sober look or in light reflecting faceted versions for a very glossy lustrous effect.

The large half-moon and nugget shaped beads are ideal for making chunky jewelry, which is a craze amid the modern youth. In today's times of environmental protection consciousness, gemstone beaded jewelry with chip like unpolished earthy looking beads in multiple colors are very popular. The jewelry is often made using a single hue of semi precious gemstones or by intermingling varied hued stones for a mind boggling visual effect.

The round beads are usually 4mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm or 15mm in diameter. Chips are available in 6-inch or 16-inch strands.

The powers of semi precious stones to heal ailments, bring forth emotional and economic welfare, impart mental peace and their spiritual significance have been accepted long ago. Gemstone beaded jewelry is also worn by many people for these reasons.

Since beaded semi-precious gemstones are available in shades akin to precious stones, these can easily be used as a low cost exact shade alternative especially in jewelry, albeit ersatz, in place of precious gemstones of corresponding shades. Red garnet beads can replace ruby, moonstone can serve as an alternative to pearl, jade, peridot or green tourmaline can replace emerald and citrine can replace yellow sapphire.

Besides jewelry, these semiprecious gemstone beads are ideal for accenting designer outfits, eveningwear, prom and wedding gowns as well as for embellishing high end clutches and purses. The cheaper reconstructed or dyed stone beads can be used for low-end daily use accessory decoration or for enhancing the appearance of home ornaments and art and craft projects.

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About the Author

Sandy Winslow likes to write about arts and crafts. Add gemstone Beads to your jewelry and accessories for a fabulous look.

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Type of clay to used to make earrings?
I'm already designing earrings with beads and love the hobby, but I'd love to learn how to make earrings out of clay.

What type of clay should I try looking for? Is it baking clay? Any particular brands or cheap variety packs I can find at a store or online?
- ANSWER:
  polymer clay (ovenbake clay).
  Unless you have a kiln available, then you also can use real clay.
  You can also make your own beads out of wood, shells and random things found in the household. You could cut designs out of coke cans and similar. If you learn wire wrapping you can use pebbles and anything you'd have problems drilling a hole through.
QUESTION:
What is the best way to market my custom designed sterling silver/ beaded earrings?
- ANSWER:
  I actually just saw something about this earlier today... Go to Yahoo and look up Home Based Business Without Startup Money and it gives you a site that has an article about a woman who has started her own earring business...
QUESTION:
Do you think this earring goes w/ my dress?
http://www.couturecandy.com/amy-digregorio/parkman-street-earrings/product.html

heres my dress:http://www.promgirl.com/shop/dresses/viewitem-PD373016
or these?
http://www.couturecandy.com/lisa-k-designs/lace-cake-earrings/product.html
http://www.couturecandy.com/castaway/crystal-bead-earrings-with-bird-charm-/product.html
http://www.couturecandy.com/amy-digregorio/west-warren-earrings-/product.html
http://www.couturecandy.com/castaway/sea-glass-petal-earrings-in-light-green/product.html
thanks:)
- ANSWER:
  i think all of them would go with the dress, so choose the ones you like the most!
QUESTION:
How do you sell successfully on e-bay?
I'm ready to turn my hobby into a small business. I have a following already here in the community. I design traditional beaded necklaces, bracelets, watchbands, and earrings. My jewelry is made to be worn by the business woman, not teens in jeans.
- ANSWER:
  Selling on eBay is getting tougher compared to about 2 years ago. The popularity of eBay has attracted more sellers, and more sellers mean more competition for buyers. My advice to you is:
  
  1. Look for products that are similar to yours. Check completed listings to see how many actually closes with a sale, and the price they are selling.
  2. Study the successful sellers who are offering similar products as yours. Use tools such as DeepAnalysis, which will show you percentage of successful sales of sellers, products that end with sales, etc.
  3. Devise strategies incorporating elements that you think are working for other sellers, and what you think would make people buy your product.
  4. Create compelling copy in your listing, making sure titles have the keywords that users are most likely to use to search for your type of product.
  5. Take good photographs to showcase your product
  6. Write complete description - materials used in your necklaces, length, stones used if any, and other information buyers are most likely to look for in buying your type of product. Take note of the questions buyers send to you and incorporate your responses to those questions in your succeeding listings.
  7. Write clear shipping and return policies and fees.
  
  For more detailed information, check out Success with Internet Auctions http://www.powerhomebiz.com/internet/auction.htm
QUESTION:
Can anyone lead me to a place where I can find jewelery designs?
I need some designs to make earrings, I work with #15 seed beads. Ideas of places to get books, designs, or anything lilke that.
- ANSWER:
  Funny you should ask... I just stumbled on a site called The Bead Coop that had literally thousands of patterns, for peyote and brick stitch as well as loomed. I saw lots of earring patterns there. Mostly the patterns use Delicas, but you can convert, I'm sure, if you're experienced enough to be using 15/0 beads.
  
  Sorry, I don't know how to add a URL to this, but you can put "The Bead Coop" in a search engine and it'll come up.

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Bali Silver Beads

By: beadingbydesign - September 21st, 2011 Filed under: Beading by Design Add Comment

Importance of Bali silver jewellery

Author: Dave Woods

Bali jewelry is very famous for its elaborate and master pieces of silver jewellery. Bali was earlier the sanctuary of the Hindus all of whom were forced out of Java, a Muslim majority area. Mythology says that Lord Mahadeva directly descended to earth and thought the Bali people the art of making craftsmanship and hence started the industry of Bali silver jewellery.

Bali jewellery is a blend of silver and other metals with wide variety of precious stones Also this conventional jewellery, woven silver or gold jewelry is a very popular export item. Bali silver beads are mainly developed in a village called Celuk. This village has a long custom of metalworking going back to the olden days. In those days, the village produced gold and silver beads and jewelry were meant primarily for the rich. But now, they are making silver beads for the international market.

Bali silver beads got famous because not only are they handmade but the silver smiths of this area specialize in making grained silver beads which are elaborately carved and formatted in beautiful geometrical designs.

At first, the artisans imitated the designs of conventional gold jewellery to make silver jewelry. But now with an increased demand for silver items, the silver smiths here produce silver beads and silver ornaments as per the customer demands from the international markets. Traditional demand too exists. Though Balinese prefer to wear only solid gold jewellery, they fabricate the silver beads, chiefly for the global market.

There are many merchandisers who provide quality Bali beads. Make sure you buy the jewel from an authorized Bali silver jewellery supplier. Internet will help you to find the most famous and trusted Bali silver jewelry supplier. One has to be careful while purchasing because of many unscrupulous players prowling i the market. They sell fake beads. In the market you can find beads made in Turkey, China and India. So it is advisable to purchase them from a reliable source.

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About the Author

Dave Woods writes about wholesale beads and provides fruitful information about best beaded jewelry. To know more, visit http://www.baliwholesalejewelry.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
I am needing to find a WHOLESALE dealer for beads..and Silver(Bali) ect. I have a tax Id #?
I was starting up a business and started going through a divorce. I have lost all info(hundreds of hours of research.) Does anyone no where I might be able to find WHOLESALE DEALERS online. I don't want ones that sell to just anyone..Thanks
Michelle
- ANSWER:
  Okay, look up Austin bead and Gem cheap, good quality glass and precious stone beads.
QUESTION:
Where are the best places to purchase beads directly from manufacturers?
Beads, Sterling Silver, Semi Precious Stones, Glass Beads, Bali Silver and everything related to beading.
- ANSWER:
  www.firemountaingems.com
  They will also send you a free catalog
QUESTION:
.........Beading question?
What is your favorite site to buy Bali silver beads? Take into account price, minimums and shipping.
- ANSWER:
  Zeelver
  www.zeelver.com - Wholesale Bali silver jewelry. We ship directly from Bali. Sterling Silver Beads
  www.fusionbeads.com - Huge Selection. Low Prices. Guaranteed Service. Free Shipping. Bali Silver
  www.Artbeads.com - Wide Selection of Bali Silver Beads Free Shipping, No Minimum Order! Bali Sterling Silver
  www.astralbeads.com - Round Bali Beads [FAQ-ANSWER].23 Each All Orders Free 1st Class Shipping CompleteBeads
  www.CompleteBeads.com - Bali Sterling Silver Beads and More Super Quality and Discount Pricing I hope this is helpful to you!
QUESTION:
Looking for a name for Beaded Jewelry Business?
I use mostly Bali Sterling Silver and crystals. I am looking for a unique name at the beginning of the alphabet. I would like to start an ebay store as well as an internete business. Any suggestions.?
- ANSWER:
  The naming of your business could be one of the most important decisions you will make. A name's originality and legal availability will create a real asset value of its own, as it becomes marketed and gains market acceptance.
  
  The name you choose will become the focal point of all the benefits and features that relate to your business. Customers will be able to find and refer others to it in the future.
  
  Since any names that are suggested here may already be owned by another party, I wanted to go a different route...
  
  I suggest either hiring a name creation firm or get together with your friends and/or family and throw a "name party" & have everyone bounce some ideas around. Compile a listing of names that you like the best. Once you have that list, do as much free research as you can before you delve into comprehensive research.
  
  I listed some links where you can do some preliminary name checking. However, please be aware that this is merely scratching the surface of what's out there.
  
  Only comprehensive research will tell you if the name is truly available. But, these links are free & a great place to start, so I'd try them out first.
  
  Comprehensive research consists of looking at marks that are similar in Sound, Appearance or Meaning in the pending & registered Federal AND State trademark files as well as the US National Common-Law files.
  
  There are other sites that offer free searching capabilities in conjunction with their commercial services, so I'm not able to post those links due to the Yahoo! TOS. You'll also want to check domain names & yellow pages, so simply do a search for "free domain name search" and "national yellowpages" and the appropriate links will pop up.
  
  Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

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Millefiori Beads

By: beadingbydesign - September 20th, 2011 Filed under: Beading by Design Add Comment

Millefiori Jewelry

By Amy Carrington

For those not familiar with the beautiful designs of Millefiori jewelry, this introduction is likely to begin a life long appreciation for this beautiful jewelry style.

The term Millefiori literally translated from Italian means "thousand flowers" and the jewelry is so named for the painstaking precision and detail, not to mention the pattern that defines this style. Millefiori beads and jewelry are made from hand crafted glass canes or rods known as murrine, which are very plain on the outside but when sliced expose a pattern that appears like a flower, star, geometric design or other detailed pattern.

Artisans create these canes by heating and melting together thin rods of different colored glass to make an internal pattern. To create beads very, very thin vertical slices of the murrine are then applied to glass beads while they are still hot, allowing the murrine slices with the patterns to be pressed into the surface of the bead. These slices of murrine can also be applied to any other type of glass surface to create beautiful pendants, bracelets, rings and other pieces of jewelry and artwork.

Disc style necklaces and bracelets can also be made using various thicknesses of murrine slices. Instead of being drilled through from top to bottom (the patterned sides), the discs are drilled through the sides and strung on a wire or cord to create a strikingly patterned necklace, set of earrings or bracelet.

These Millefiori designs often feature random patterns of the murrine slices rather than all one pattern. It is also common to use silver or gold beads between the Millefiori beads or discs to add a touch of elegance and gleam to the finished jewelry piece.

Keep in mind that each Millefiori bead is made by hand, with the artisan working with the very hot glass beads and adding those ultra thin strips of murrine to the surface, then heating and smoothing to cover the complete bead and make a pattern. When looking at these beads it is almost impossible to understand the amount of skill and craftsmanship that goes into each unique bead or piece of jewelry, creating a truly one of a kind item with each crafting.

Millefiori beads and jewelry items tend to be very brightly colored in various shades of yellows, oranges, blues, pinks, reds and purples. White and black as well as some metallic highlights are used to add detail and to really make the tiny flowers and patterns stand out. Common shapes in Millefiori jewelry and beads include ovals, circles, squares, hearts, crosses and rectangles all with the floral and geometric patterns. Often the shapes are then set in silver or gold to create the rings, bracelets, earrings and pendants that are in high demand around the world.

Surprisingly Millefiori jewelry is not expensive considering the beauty and the hand crafted perfection of these pieces. No two Millefiori items will be exactly the same, which means beyond a doubt that you will be getting a one of a kind item. All authentic Millefiori pieces are sold under the name Millefiori, and while there are some replicas available they are not the same quality and tend to be much less intense is color and much more typically of mass produced items.

About the Author: Amy Carrington is a fashion maven and editor at www.SorellaJewelry.com. Sorella Jewelry Studio creates elegant and original personalized jewelry with the names, words, dates and Chinese symbols that matter to you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Where can I buy Millefiori square beads?
I really like the look of Millefiori beads, particularly the 10mm square beads. I'm fond of the green color, but am not pleased with the few sites online that sell them.

I've bought from firemountaingems and am pleased with the quality and price, but I really wanted more colors (preferably green, white, pink, etc). Most of the web sites have no beads like this or the quality/variety is low in my opinion.

Any ideas where I can find Millefiori glass 10mm square beads?

Thanks.
- ANSWER:
  If you don't need real glass "millefiori" pattern beads, you can always make your own with polymer clay. They can be indistinguishable from the original trade beads, but can have even more patterns, etc.
  
  If you're ever interested in that, check out at least these two pages of my polymer clay "encyclopedia" site for lessons, examples, tips, etc, etc:
  http://glassattic.com/polymer/canes--instructions.htm
  http://glassattic.com/polymer/beads.htm
  
  HTH,
  
  Diane B.
QUESTION:
Fimo Beads / Jewelery?? Ideas please ^_^?
I really love making fimo beads and am just about to make some beads for a bracelet I wan't to wear. The only problem is that I'm stuck for ideas...so what I'm asking is that if you could post some links with pictures or canes (millefiori style) which would be great because then I could get on with my Project! Thanks
- ANSWER:
  There are *loads* of canes that can be made with polymer clay, and also lots of ways they can be put onto beads (and a few ways that lengths of canes can be made into individual beads as well).
  
  Check out some of the pages at my polymer clay "encyclopedia" site for loads of ideas, examples, lessons, troubleshooting, etc. Instead of giving direct links to each page that would be relevant, just click on the "Table of Contents" page for the site, then go to each of the individual pages listed below using the alphabetical navigation bar:
  http://glassattic.com/polymer/contents.htm
  
  Canes-Instruction,Types
  ...and perhaps also Canes-Info.... Canes-Reducing ....Face Canes
  Sheets of Pattern
  Mica Clays
  Blends
  Beads
  Jewelry
  Pendants
  Buttons
  And perhaps the 5 pages under "Covering"... and the seasonal pages (Christmas, etc.)
  
  (And here are some googled images of polymer clay beads, though they'll likely have more patterns than just canework:
  http://www.google.com/images?hl=en&q=polymer+clay+beads+cane )
  
  HTH,
  
  Diane B.

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