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French Bead Flower Making - A Vintage Craft Is New Again
By Rosemary Kurtz
How do people use Bead Flowers?  Bead flowers can be used in every way you use silk or fresh flowers. but it will be many, many years before bead flowers deteriorate.They make ideal inserts in bridal bouquets, bridal headdresses, hair barrettes, pins, napkin rings, corsages, etc.  More>>>

About the Belief in Charms and Bracelets
By Pierre Smith
The fad for charm bracelets came from the  Chinese people. A bracelet can be said to ward off bad luck and death, while some bracelets are compounded with different charms to ward off more than one form of negative energy. More>>>

Take Care of Your Pearls to Extend Their Life
By Jenny M Sampson
Pearls are the modern girl's best friend when it comes to jewelry. They add glam and style to any woman's wardrobe. While pearls can be very resilient, they can also become damaged over time when not properly care for correctly.  More>>>

Top Tips to Clean Your Jewelry
By Simon Johnnson
By cleaning jewelry each week, they remain ready to wear, saving you the time and hassle while accessorizing and getting dressed. Keeping jewelry clean not only preserves the quality of the pieces but also makes getting ready, a less time consuming affair.  
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Simple, Beautiful Beading With Swarovski Crystal Beads
By A Hunter
Jewellery makers often ask which of our ranges of glass crystal beads have the most razzle dazzle, and while it's true that buyers select all beads based on their quality and looks, the 'crown jewel' for eye appeal and affordability has to be Swarovski. More>>>

Magnetic Earrings - Great For Those Who Don't Like Piercings
By Frank Argenta
If you are unable to get your ears pierced, or if you just wish not to get them pierced, a fantastic alternative is wearing magnetic earrings. As they become more and more popular, designers are coming up with an even wider array of designs. More>>>

 Making Jewelry - Wire Wrapping 101
By Dianne Lehmann
Do you know what the one basic wire working technique is, that is so useful when making jewelry that it is well worth taking the time to learn and practice? It is know as the wrapped loop. More>>>

Alpaca Jewelry - Simply Felt Amazing Designs
By Debby McCandless
When you use the words alpaca jewelry, most people think of silver jewelry from South America. This type of jewelry really has nothing to do with alpacas. There is another kind of alpaca jewelry...designs that are actually made from the wool of an alpaca. More>>>

Sell More Jewelry! A Little Known Market For Handmade Jewelry Designs
By Kristie Leong
Would you like to sell more of your handmade jewelry? Here's a market for jewelry you may not have considered. More>>>

How to Sell a Ton of Handmade Jewelry Right in Your Own Home Town!
By Kristie Leong
If you're a jewelry designer, you should always be looking for new markets to sell your jewelry. You local community can offer a goldmine of opportunities for selling your jewelry designs. Here are some ways to break into local markets with your jewelry.  More>>>

The Basics of Making Fimo Beads
By Kathleen Gagne
One of the most popular styles of beads today, is the Fimo bead, are made from polymer clay that is molded and baked. With the right tools and techniques, you can create a large variety of shapes and designs for your beads. More>>>

The Beauty of Bead Jewelry Making and Design
By Morgan Hamilton
In the world of creative arts, bead jewelry making and design is quickly becoming the most popular craft.  More>>>

Beading Thread - Choosing The Right One
By Felicity Walker
Walk into any beading store, and once you can tear your gaze away from the amazing variety of beads, you might manage to find the thread section.  More>>>

Beading - Finishing Your Piece
By Felicity Walker
When you're planning a piece of jewelry, it's loads of fun to choose the right beads and work out how you're going to put them all together for the final result.  More>>>

Beading Tools - What Do You Need?
By Felicity Walker
There are all sorts of specialized tools, and if when you're new to beading, it's impossible to know which ones you really need.  More>>>

Why Intricate Native American Beadwork Is Still Popular Today
By Gregg Hall
American Indian beadwork was used on moccasins, pipe bags, belt bags, used on toy cradles, dolls, and other toys, knife sheaths, and different pieces of clothing.  More>>>

Bead Jewelry Making
By Felicity Walker
Bead jewelry making and design is gaining popularity among crafters across the United States. This challenging art form can be very frustrating but very rewarding as well.  More>>>

Making Beaded Bracelets
By Felicity Walker
You can basically make whatever you want, in whatever style you like, in whatever colors you choose. Every creation is unique but there are different things you need to consider when making a bracelet.  More>>>

Beading Garments - Getting Started
By Felicity Walker
Done correctly, a beaded garment is a wonderful way to liven up your wardrobe and have a collection of clothing that is unique and individual.   More>>>

Beads - The Latest Thing for a Long, Long Time
By Sally Taylor
A fascinating look at the over 100,000 year old craft of bead making and what it tells about early civilizations.  More>>>

Silver and Semi-Precious Gemstone Jewellery - The Ultimate Care Guide
By Joan Booth
Keep your jewellery collection in tip-top order. You can judge a  woman by the condition of her jewellery. More>>>

Lampwork Beads: From Molten Glass to Wearable Art
By Lorraine Allan
Creating handmade lampwork beads is a very satisfying and unique form of art.  More>>>

Beads: Let Me Tell You Their Life Story
By Kerris Samson
An article which explains where beads originated from and how they have been used. More>>>

Beaded Handbag: The Ultimate Fashion Statement For You!
By Glen B. Porter
A beaded handbag can make a great accent piece to your stylish clothing.  More>>>

Beaded Jewels - 5 Must Have Glass Beads for Jewellery
By April Kerr
Whether you pick up your favourite glossy magazine or visit a local jewellery store, beaded jewellery is heavily featured and often worn by celebrities.  More>>>

Seed Beads Explained
By Tracy Stillman
For centuries, the production of seed beads has been shrouded in secrecy and, even today, the Japanese closely guard some of the processes involved in seed bead production.   More>>>

Beadweaving Techniques for Beginners
By Tracy Stillman
Beading is a relatively inexpensive art to pursue but it requires just as much effort and dedication to reach a high standard of artistic work.  More>>>

What Makes A Bead?
By Tracy Stillman
Just about any object, once perforated, can be included in a beaded piece of art. More>>>

Smart Shopping - Handcrafted Jewelry Craftsmanship
By Georgia Hadley
When purchasing handcrafted jewelry, most buyers are concerned primarily with the design. However,  it is important to examine the workmanship.  More>>>

Caring for Sterling Silver Jewelry
By Jack Shafer
Sterling Silver Jewelry: The standard for quality, reliability, and beauty. Here are some simple care suggestions.  More>>>

Need Help to Make Your Jewelry Sell?
By Eileen Bergen
Ideas and tips to help you make and sell original jewelry pieces. More>>>

Mother Of Pearl
By Basel Anjoukeh
The shining and playful reflected light of mother of pearl attracts our attention. It is the shell of mollusks (such as mussels and oysters) as well as of pseudo pods (such as snails).  More>>>

Cleaning Sterling Silver Jewelry
By Blue Crockatt
Got beautiful jewelry pieces sitting in your drawers all dirty? you can do something about it now.  More>>>