News Flash....Glasswax is no longer made. It has been replaced by Window Wax, which is a non-flammable version, so i am told. You can find it on the Web at shophometrends.com and probably other sites as well....
I joined ebay to fill my life with something to do each day. I saw that people were selling and buying and I thought I would give it a try because I had been out of work and now I am out permanently due to a...
HOW AND WHEN TO LEAVE FEEDBACK Have you ever purchased something and paid instantly and didn't receive feedback until after you, the buyer, left feedback? Is the seller expecting negative feedback? If this...
Beading Tips Tricks : Jump Rings Question:There are times in my jewelry making that I have to use a split ring to attach either the clasp or a drop. When ever possible I use a pin (for the drop), but there...
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...
Beading Tips Tricks : Sterling Silver Extension Chains Question:I have a question (or two) for you. I am making gemstone bead necklaces, and would like to make sterling silver extension chains (about 2" long)...
Tips Tricks : Organizing your Beads Question:I have accumulated many strands of beads and findings during the past two years, and I need some advice on how to better store and organize my beads and...
Potato Beads Yes, that's right, potato beads! I know it sounds a little crazy...well, alot crazy, but you can make beads from potatos. You won't believe how great they can look, I know I didn't! Give it a...
Beading Tips Tricks : Wire Stretching Question:Last week we had a question about wire stretching which I believe was caused by beads settling. One of our readers wrote in with a good suggestion for fixing the...