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...
I just got took. I should have known. Fake amber is not hard to make. It can be made from heating colored plastic, using copal (not 'mature' amber) or other modern polymers. Amber that looks 'too perfect'...
The first and most important thing to understand about a Dutch Auction is that IT IS NOT like a standard auction. While you want to be the winner, you don't want to bid the price of the item into outer space!...
I get many emails each month from people who want advice on purchasing a stained glass grinder. Because grinders come in so many sizes and in so many price ranges, starting from scratch may seem daunting. What...
I found this chart helpful when purchasing beads for my jewelry projects. It helps take some doubt out of my purchases. It is always a good idea to purchase a few more extra beads then you think you really...
There are two different types of Swarovski flatback crystals.Hot Fix and Silver Foil Back Swarovski Hot Fix crystals come from the factory with a heat activated glue already attached to the back of each...
As a crafter, I have purchased several items from ebay. However, I usually research my items to make sure that I am purchasing items for a fair market price. I has come to my attention that people can get...
Basic Beading Facts and Tips Approximate number of beads of various lengths: round beads are available in many sizes and are measured according to the beads diameter in millimeters (mm). Beads are usually...
GETTING STARTED IN QUILT MAKING Quilt making is one of the most practical of the needle arts and I think one of the most beautiful. Simply put quilting is just sewing toghether three layers, top, filler and...
There are two things one must never, ever do with rubber stamps. As far as I know there is no cure. I want to save you the heartache and pain I've suffered by my own error. NEVER LEAVE YOUR STAMP IN THE SUN...