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Av jewelrybeads jewelrybeads - 10 augusti 2011 09:56

A piece of resin flower cabochons necklace, or a piece of large hole European beads bracelet, you will need jewelry chains. Jewelry chains are basic elements and versatile pieces for china beads jewelry making as they can be worn alone, with several other chains or with charms or pedants. To become part of the beading world, you have to have an overall view with jewelry chains including what each terminology means and which ones you think would work best for your design. This brief guide discusses some of the more popular styles of chains. Even if you are a beginner in this field, you won't feel overwhelmed by the chain world any more.
Ball chain is a family of chain characterized by small round balls, which form a continuous strand of beaded chain. The balls can range in diameter from 1.5 millimeters to 6 millimeters or more. Elongated spaces are sometimes added, as well as bar-shaped beads to offer a more glamorous appearance. They are available in single and multi-row formats.
Box chain is made of 6-sided boxes shaped links and creates a smooth appearance. It is a strong and sturdy chain that holds pendants and heavier charms well. Box link sizes range from a very tiny 0.75 millimeters to over 3 millimeters.
Curb chain maybe a popular piece for men for the heavier and larger links. It is a simple design of flat, interlocking, similar links. However, smaller and more feminine styles are now available too.
Cable chain owes its name to the heavy and industrial type of cable chain typically used by ships to cast their anchors. It is comprised of oval interlocking links with alternating links turned 180°. The cable chain comes in a range of widths from very small 1-millimeter link sizes to over 7-millimeters. It's also the most common chain used in jewelry beading.
Rollo Chain features round or oval links with symmetrical sizes, though these are usually bulkier to hold pendants and dangles.
Figaroa chain features three smaller oval links connected one after another followed by a larger oval cable link and has a repeating pattern. Still a very popular design with men, this type now comes in a variety of link sizes appropriate for women, and even children. Sizes range from a dainty 1.5-millimeter link size to a whopping 15-millimeters.
Herringbone chain is perhaps one of the most beautiful and popular chain styles. This chain is comprised of highly polished flat links connected in a herringbone pattern. No charms or pendants should be hung from this style of chain. Widths range from delicate 1.5-millimeters to hearty 11.5-millimeters and larger.
Marina chain has interlocking oval links whose width is bisected by a bar.
Rope chain is made of twisted oval links and spiral to create the appearance of woven and braided fibers. Rope chains come in a variety of diameters from 1.5 millimeter to a hearty 8 millimeters and beyond. Known for its strength, integrity, classic pattern, and simplicity, the rope family of chains is very popular. The finer weight chains can accommodate a small pendant or charm, but larger decorative pieces should be placed on those with a heartier weight.

Av jewelrybeads jewelrybeads - 5 augusti 2011 11:05

China beads jewelry are such gorgeous designs and simple to make. Yet, many times, it depends on many things, such as the china beads type, the string materials, jewelry making findings… different beads create different style of jewelry items. If you are a beading fan, you can design jewelry pieces with your favorite ones, however, don’t forget resin flower cabochons, as they are the hottest beading materials recently.

 

Av jewelrybeads jewelrybeads - 4 augusti 2011 07:47

Purchasing china beads on the internet are of excellent benefit. Today’s post may well provide you with a thought why it is desirable for jewelry businessmen and jewelry designers to obtain on the internet.
You may be thinking, why obtain china beads on the internet instead of getting them at local beads and craft shops? On-line order is suggested to be much better for a lot of factors, the very first becoming the wide selection of china beads out there. Like acrylic beads, wood beads, stone beads, Tibetan silver beads, shell beads, resin flower cabochons…so on. There is certainly no must go to distinctive shops for distinctive kinds of beads. Its all out there on the net!
What’s more, purchasing the china beads on the internet will save you dollars, by means of the worldwide webs. You may uncover this to be a bit strange, but take the time to see how costs compare between on the internet and also the stores you normally frequent. Most of the times it is possible to uncover these at much better costs on the internet. This discovery is positive to amaze you!

Av jewelrybeads jewelrybeads - 3 augusti 2011 10:20

Beads are a must for any form of jewelry making, so where to get beads is an important question for all beading designers. And more of them prefer to buy beads and supplies online.

Tibetan silver beads and charms are perfect foe Tibetan jewelry making, crystal beads are the most choose for shinning and stunning jewelry items beading, wood beads and acrylic beads are the kid’s best favorite products, cabochons, especially resin flower cabochons are wonderful choose for summer jewelry making, and create Pandora style jewelry pieces with European beads… whatever, as long as you like.

Here are some reviews

I am very pleased with the shipment & I did not get any broken products & I love the styles. I can confidently recommend this buy to others.

Excellent, all the cabochons arrived so quickly and in perfect condition, this is my second time ordering and I will definitely be back again. Thank you so much!

I love this charm! I have lots of things about owls. I used this one as the focal for a necklace.

Great necklace that turned out with these cute resin cameos. They are good choice for vintage style project.

I received these night owls today. I love all four colors. The size is
just right. Not too large. The cameos are amazingly light for their size.

I must honestly say that the actual cameo is much beautiful than the its website picture. The color, the size and the weight are all just right.

Av jewelrybeads jewelrybeads - 28 juni 2011 11:42

Looks great! This bead is perfect for bracelet or necklace. (Posted on 4/25/11)
I found this bead to be beautiful......perfect size for my Pandora and it is just as nice as the expensive ones. (Posted on 4/27/11)
I ordered the charm for my birthday and was happy when I received it in 4 days. It looks just like the pictured and is good quality. I would totally order from them again! (Posted on 4/13/11)
Excellent quality! I received it quicker than I expected. I highly recommend this to everyone. Thank you for the prompt service. I will definitely purchase beading supplies again from this seller. (Posted on 4/25/11)
I ordered two of these… one for my daughter and one for myself. I looked everywhere these kind of European beads with no luck, until finding this one. I am so happy with these...they are too cute! (Posted on 4/7/11)
Well made bead charm, looks just like photo. Ordered two as gifts for two people. May have to order one for myself! Arrived on time. (Posted on 4/25/11)
I absolutely love this product. It is beautiful and it looks cute on my Pandora bracelet. It can be used as a single charm or as a separator. I love it! (Posted on 4/7/11)

This is a great deal on beads for Pandora or troll bracelets. (Posted on 4/2/11)

Av jewelrybeads jewelrybeads - 23 juni 2011 10:41

Crystal Beads are made from glass with lead in it. A clean finish and crisp facets make these beads sparkle. They come in many shapes: round, bicone, teardrop, rondelle, etc. They are most often from Austria. Swarovski crystal beads are the best quality crystal beads, due to the lead content in the glass. They are measured in millimeters. The cheap Chinese crystal beads are also popular in the market, as they are cheaper than Swarovski crystal beads, but they are as shinning and lighting as the Swarovski crystal beads.

Lampwork Beads are artistic handmade beads. Hot glass is spun onto a copper wire (mandrel) over a flame (lamp) making each one unique. The bead can be further worked by adding other pieces of glass from rods called stringers, pieces of gold or silver leaf and millefiore. They can be very heavy and expensive. They are therefore usually used as a focal point in a beaded jewelry piece.

Glass beads, crystal beads, lampwork beads are all made by glass, there are also many other materials used to make beads which are also the common used to create beaded jewelry, such as the Tibetan silver used to form the Tibetan silver beads, which are great for Tibetan jewelry making, resin are used to create resin beads or resin cabochons

Av jewelrybeads jewelrybeads - 14 juni 2011 11:09

Headpins are extremely versatile findings. Headpins are often used to prevent china beads, diamonds, and other jewelry elements from falling off of jewelry wire. Many bracelets, earrings, and necklaces utilize headpins. The best findings providers will have a wide selection of headpins sizes. These findings are usually measured by inch, and go a long way in creating many beautiful jewelry pieces.
Bails used in beading, are very important findings in the creation of jewelry. Without bails, pendants would be unable to attach to necklaces. Like most findings, bails aren’t often mentioned, but there purpose goes a long way in the creation of beautiful jewelry pieces.
Jewelry findings is the name given to the many small components that support, finish, and secure a piece of jewelry. These two kind of findings are just a few examples of a wide array of findings. wholesale jewelry findings at craft stores or on the internet before you start your designs ,as findings only get noticed when they aren’t functioning, but their importance is never overlooked by professionals.

Av jewelrybeads jewelrybeads - 10 juni 2011 11:18

China beads have affected our life, It will continue to play an important part in our life. My following article will tell you why.
Firstly, as china beads are so varied that handmade jewelry with china beads becomes more and more popular in person's daily life. The popularity of jewelry beads increasingly walk in to every single woman’s heart. Beading with cheap acrylic beads, shinning crystal and glass beads, Pandora style beads, gemstone beads, or Tibetan silver beads is not in the sole province of professional jewelry designers or makers any more.
Secondly, you can find any colors on the rainbow in china beads. As we know, colors can affect one’s emotion. For example, blue gives us a sense of calm, pink gives us a sense of temptation and white gives us a sense of purity, etc. People see colors everyday, and we are likely to be affected by these different colors. Every single bead has it’s own color, the feeling behind color also catches the attention of all.
Thirdly, jewelry beads have been a status symbol, as a means of trading, and as a measurement of wealth. They were also parts of beauty and art and long been used in the inspiration of wearable art. In addition, jewelry making with beads and wholesale jewelry findings has been making a life-changing and highly preferred by people.

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