Creating your own bead jewelry is a creative hobby that allows you to produce unique pieces for yourself, family and friends. It is a great hobby that can turn into a rewarding hobby.
If you ever asked yourself "couldn't I do that myself?" as you looked through rows of bead bracelets, necklaces or earrings at a trendy boutique, the answer is "yes". Beading is a creative and amusing hobby that not only will have you bring forth unique, hand-crafted items of jewelry, but will also be a extraordinary source of gift ideas for family and friends.
The first of all step would be to find a good local bead shop. While there are wonderful mail order catalogs and web sites that will sell you all the supplies, nothing substitutes for the support and advice of skilled sales personnel. Ideally, this store would likewise furnish a number of beginners classes that would help you gain basic methods
Start with a simple project, such as a bracelet or basic necklace, and do not go overboard with expensive beads and findings (clasps, hooks, etc.). You might be wanting to use Swarovski crystal, sterling silver and semi-precious beads right now, but you can work up to that later. Some stores will even offer packaged starter kits that include a beading board (which helps you with project layout and measurements), some basic tools, beads, wire, findings and a how-to-book.
You should then arrange your "beading space" - rather an uncluttered, well-lit area. You may have to invest in a beneficial lamp, maybe one combined with a magnifying lens. Remember, you'll be stringing some rather tiny objects! Make sure you've plenty of containers to keep different types and colors of beads differentiate - nothing will spoil your joy of beading like having to hunt for a single bead in a jumbled pile. Beading stores will sell you various storage systems (including beading bags for the beader-on-the-go), but you can also experiment with cheap plastic containers meant to hold small hardware or fishing tackle.
Well, there you're ready for your first bead jewelry project! Do not leave to protect your beading space from curious cats and toddlers. You'll find that beading is easy, fun and gratifying. Happy beading, and have fun wearing your handmade jewelry! - 33381
If you ever asked yourself "couldn't I do that myself?" as you looked through rows of bead bracelets, necklaces or earrings at a trendy boutique, the answer is "yes". Beading is a creative and amusing hobby that not only will have you bring forth unique, hand-crafted items of jewelry, but will also be a extraordinary source of gift ideas for family and friends.
The first of all step would be to find a good local bead shop. While there are wonderful mail order catalogs and web sites that will sell you all the supplies, nothing substitutes for the support and advice of skilled sales personnel. Ideally, this store would likewise furnish a number of beginners classes that would help you gain basic methods
Start with a simple project, such as a bracelet or basic necklace, and do not go overboard with expensive beads and findings (clasps, hooks, etc.). You might be wanting to use Swarovski crystal, sterling silver and semi-precious beads right now, but you can work up to that later. Some stores will even offer packaged starter kits that include a beading board (which helps you with project layout and measurements), some basic tools, beads, wire, findings and a how-to-book.
You should then arrange your "beading space" - rather an uncluttered, well-lit area. You may have to invest in a beneficial lamp, maybe one combined with a magnifying lens. Remember, you'll be stringing some rather tiny objects! Make sure you've plenty of containers to keep different types and colors of beads differentiate - nothing will spoil your joy of beading like having to hunt for a single bead in a jumbled pile. Beading stores will sell you various storage systems (including beading bags for the beader-on-the-go), but you can also experiment with cheap plastic containers meant to hold small hardware or fishing tackle.
Well, there you're ready for your first bead jewelry project! Do not leave to protect your beading space from curious cats and toddlers. You'll find that beading is easy, fun and gratifying. Happy beading, and have fun wearing your handmade jewelry! - 33381
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Leather expert and Author Ethan O. Tanner explains the different types of Leathercraft the determining factors in beading for your hobby and crafts.
