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Beading is an art which requires new techniques, ideas, patterns, unique accessories, stylish designs and anything that makes your beading-work more charming and perfect. Get known about the latest news and updates on beads, bangles, bracelets, jewelries and all products of Bead 'n Shop at our beads blog. A place for bead lovers to hang around and get information on beading patterns, beading design, beadworks and all sort of information on beads and jewelry.

Saturday, July 07, 2007

How to make necklace using beads?

Beading is an art which requires steady hands and innovative designs. It has become one of the favorite hobby of many people across the world. People enjoy beading and some people have taken beading as a part-time or full-time job. Here is a little tip for you to make a necklace.

The first thing to do before starting making a necklace is to check out the tools which are to be used. The tools used for beading (making jewelry out of beads) should be very accurate and perfect. A jewelry will have a clean and clear look only if the tools used are up to the mark. That is why an extra care should be given before buying the beading supplies.

After looking out for tools, the most important thing to do is to plan a design of the necklace you want to make. If the design is symmetrical, then it is always recommended to start beading your necklace from the center as it is very hard to figure out the number of beads used in the necklace initially. But if your design consists of a pattern which repeats throughout then you can start beading your necklace from either of one side. The length of the wire which you should cut should be 7 inches more than the length of finished piece (22 inches in total). To add clasps in the sides, insert the tigertail into the clasp and crimp bead, then pull the tigertail back through the crimp bead and then flatten the crimp bead to get the clasp tightened.

Rejoice yourself for making a perfect necklace!!!

Beads & Jewelry Blog posted by Bead 'n Shop at 5:35 PM

Wednesday, July 04, 2007

Indian beads are perfect for jewelry making

India has a vast diversity and abundance of handicraft source. It is one of the worlds biggest producer of handmade products, still India is a labour based country, and still Indian product has signature of its makers.

In the field of jewelry India has its own unique class. Its designs are magnificent and classical. Beads contribute a vital part of jewelry market in India and they are admired through out the world.

India produces variety of beads such as glass beads, wood beads, clay beads, horn beads, metal beads, ceramic beads, lac beads and many more. Crystal beads are very popular due to their transparent and clear nature which makes them shine with any type of accessories. Indian handmade beads are one of the most demanded beads in the world. The majestic handwork of the Indian expert craftsman has made these beads very popular all around. Lac beads are generally handmade and are greatly admired by people all over the world for its exclusive handwork.

Glass beads occupy the biggest bead market in India and are available in variety of colors, designs and shapes. Indian glass beads are exported in all countries as they are cheaper and have great finish. Wood beads are also available in abundance, carved wood beads and painted wood beads are the two main streams under which wood is processed to make beads. Although ceramic beads don’t have as big market as glass or wood beads but it has a great potential. The shiny finish of ceramic beads makes them very attractive.

The main thing which has lead to the extensive spread of the Indian bead market is the fact that every buyer (whether it be a small shopkeeper or a wholesale businessman) can satisfy his needs of beads through the Indian market. Normally people dealing in wholesale beads keep a great variety of beads under a single roof which makes it easy for the buyer.

Beads & Jewelry Blog posted by Bead 'n Shop at 7:50 PM

Sunday, July 01, 2007

Unique beads from India - Lac Beads

Lac beads are one of the rarest and most unique beads in the world. They are made from a natural and eco-friendly substance called lac. Lac is a resinous substance which is secreted by tiny lac insects (say beetle) which belong to bug family. The widely known lac insect in India is known as "kerria lac kerr". Lac is safe to use as it is non-toxic and bio-degradable product.

Lac beads can be found in many colors and designs. They have a shiny luster which gives them an exotic look. Generally, lac beads are handmade and require an expert craftsmanship to give them an exclusive shape. These handmade beads are very famous and people prefer wearing lac worked jewelries than other jewelry as the products made up of lac are anti-allergic to skin as compared to other metal jewelry.

Lac beads can be found in varying shapes such as round beads, square beads, heart shaped beads, bell beads, and egg shaped beads and many other unusual shapes. Beaded lac beads with works of mirrors, cut-stones, metal rings, tiny small beads and other accessories give these lac beads a royal look. Many jewelries such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets, pendants can be made using lac beads. Apart from making jewelry, these lac beads can also be used to decorate homes. For example, during Christmas these beads can be used to decorate Christmas trees. Lac beads are very unique and different from other types of beads. For people who are in search of wholesale beads, lac beads can turn out to be a great choice.

Articles made up of lac beads give a graceful and tempting touch to the decor. Lac is delicately used to make beautiful lac beads which truly combine colors with superlative designs.

Beads & Jewelry Blog posted by Bead 'n Shop at 4:13 PM

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