The title for this guide actually came from a friend of mine. . .she and I both make jewelry, and I'd been working on a necklace that I told her probably needed Miyuki beads because it wasn't draping the way I...
Bernina sewing machines, manufactured in Switzerland, are under strict regulation by the company. To purchase one, you either have to go directly to a Bernina dealer or get lucky enough to find someone selling...
Swarovski is recognized as the world's best rhinestones. Swarovski uses a 14 facet cut stone, where as other brands still have the eight cut style. A higher lead content gives a wonderful clarity to the...
Today our class at Golden Sunrise describes the Basic Instruction in How to Use Luna Lights What are Luna Lights? Luna Lights are inks/paints that were developed by Stamp Oasis to be sponged, combed, painted,...
Swarovski crystal is the ultimate crystal for the expensive bead look with out the high price.They are know world wide for there outstanding sparkle and brilliance.These crystals are all machine faceted for...
BEADS BEADED JEWELRY AREN'T ALL THE SAME! WHEN I STARTED DESIGNING BEADED EARRING BRACELETS I WANTED SPARKLE WITHOUT THE COST OF REAL GEMS! I WAS GETTING DISAPPOINTED WITH MANY PURCHASES (BOTH ON OFF EBAY!)...
This is your basic beginner guide to getting started purchasing seed beads. FIRST: When you buy seed beads, the smaller the number the bigger the bead. Your average beed is an 11/0 Coloration Defenitions ...
Swarovski crystal offers a wide range of colors and special coatings. Special coatings are bonded chemically to the outer surface of the Swarovski crystals for a more brilliant effect. The special effect...
Mardi Gras beads come in many different sizes and shapes, quanity and quality and conditions. First, they are not fine jewelry, beading jewelry, or costume jewelry. For example, when we say gold - we mean the...