Buying good quality Seed Beads Smartly

Though the art of making your individual jewelry is nothing new there is a lot of singular ideas of where to purchase seed beads. There are numerous people who look to have an artistic and imaginative mind and can channel this into the creation of good-looking jewelry. Over the previous few years this art seems to have grown extra popular, as the status of the Internet has grown so too has the reputation of the beading craft.

First choice of most of the people

A few years ago maximum people who were concerned in making accessories would have to go to their nearby arts & craft store to purchase their resources or look out for a fair that was coming to their region. Since the recession hit lots of craft shops have closed their doors and huge retail outlets have extremely little choice of materials as they increase in further regions to compete with additional stores. This time was a struggling time for the sellers.

Variety of choices in the market

Seed beads come in sizes between 6's to 22's. Different glass beads, they can be of special finish, like matt or semi-lustrous. As the majority of jewelry prepared with beads is finished up of seed beads the query has to be asked where to purchase seed beads now. The reply has to be that the most excellent place is online because there is so much option. If you were to use a search engine such as Google you would find lots of advertisements for seed beads and the option of shape, size and color is amazing. As today beads are in fashion and it always enhances our persona making it more beautiful. One can always go for the one which suits their personality the best.

When you purchase seed beads online there are a few things you have to keep in mind. First thing is that seed beads are normally quite small as the name involves but they can also be quite great. Until you become known with different sizes of beads it's a high-quality idea to keep a ruler alongside you so you have several point of reference. Another thing is that the pictures are frequently improved and are taken under light and might not give an accurate expression of the color. So while selecting the bead for yourself look into all the factors and then take a wise decision. Online purchasing is convenient as well as reasonable also.

Seed Beads, What Are They And The Importance Of Buying

Seed beads are widely used in crafting projects as they are suitable for an array of projects and are small in size. In fact, seed beads are used in garments to jewelry. These beads range in different configuration and color that they are found in local craft stores or may be purchased online.

Seed beads quality

Seed beads quality varies with each company depending on their precise methods of glass blowing.  The seed beads made in precise methods are available in higher costs. Companies use different methods of producing beads and so there is irregularity in shape and size. In fact, owing to these irregularities, they are available in cheap prices. However, seed beads may be purchased online or at any local craft stores.

Seed Beads Shape

Seed beads represent their name and are spherical in shape. They resemble seeds having flattened ends and can be strung together.  They are in 1mm and 5mm size, and some are a bit larger.  In fact, their size is advertised normally as an inch. There are elongated varieties of seed beads and they dazzle in the light. These beads are made using different types of glass such as transparent to opaque. They have a lustrous finish and come in various colors. Any reputable supplier’s seed beads are produced in plastic, glass or other materials.

Used for

Seed beads are tiny and are used in making jewelry.  They are used in different projects, varying with what you wish to achieve. Jewelry projects are the main, while they are sewed on garments or fabrics to add extra sparkle. Besides they are found in art projects to enhance the texture. These beads are used in jewelry projects as a filler substance or to separate larger beads marking as spacers. They also suit delicate jewelry pieces.

Is it easy to work with?

The seed beads tiny size is the main barrier to work with. Basically, picking the same is also difficult and people with low dexterity may find it harder. However, such people also have trouble in threading these beads and if so, use threading machines.

Buying tips

Buying seed beads in wholesale online are the best. However, consider these buying tips:

·         Seed Beads are chemically altered, heat treated, stabilized, dyed and plated. In case the seller does not provide details, assume it is low quality seed beads.

·         Check the size by placing a small order first so that you check the size and beads quality.

How to make a bracelet using lampwork beads?

Hi friends! I am back with another crafty tutorial this time, using our dearly tendered glass beads. I generally recommend using lampwork beads because they simply are more attractive than any (in my opinion). So, let us stop talking now and begin!

First of all, make sure you check listed all the supplies mentioned below:

·         Lampwork beads

·         Beadalon wire – 19 strand

·         Toggle clasp

·         Jump rings – 2x, 5 to 6mm

·         Calottes – 2x

·         Swarovski crystal beads (optional to use) – blue

·         Bali Spacer beads – (optional to use)

·         Crimp beads

·         Crimp pliers

·         Chain-nose pliers

·         Wire cutters

Step 1: Grab your cutter and cut out a wire piece around 1” longer than your bracelet’s actual length. Followed by, string a crimp bead onto the ending point of your wire. Compress your bead using crimp pliers. Then, slide your calotte onto your wire and reach the middle of your calotte with it. You do not need any parts sticking out, so trim away the wire part in excess on the side of your crimp bead.

Step 2: Followed by, close your calotte using your flat-nose pliers or your chain until it is absolutely closed.

Step 3: Afterwards, open your calotte’s loop using the chain-nose pliers and put a jump ring into it. Then, close it using chain-nose pliers again.

Step 4: Now, fix a jump ring by opening your calotte’s loop using the pliers. Open the jump ring and then put your toggle clasp’s bar. The same way as you opened the jump ring, close it.

Step 5: Time to string your lampwork beads! I would recommend you follow my order, but you are absolutely free to go for your own: Swarovski beads, lampwork beads, Swarovski beads again, bali beads, Swarovski beads again and finally lampwork.

Step 6: Get the desired size of your bracelet’s length. You need to keep in mind that your toggle clasp will have a jump ring & a calotte eventually. Insert your calotte once you have reached the perfect length and then the crimp bead. Do not open your calotte too much; relax and open it slowly. I come from an experience of breaking my calottes and then frustrating myself. I would strictly advise you not to use crimp pliers for this particular crimp bead because they will break. You can use bent-nose pliers or a chain. Put the wire in one hand of yours and then use your chain-nose pliers in order to compress your crimp bead.

Step 7: Trim the extension of your wire away using wire cutters. Now gently close the sidings of your calotte using flat-nose pliers or a chain.

Step 8: Followed by, open up the loop of your calotte and put the next jump ring. Now close the loop. In order to insert the ring of the clasp, open your jump ring. Close the jump ring now, and your lampwork beads bracelet is all done!

That is all! I hope you enjoyed this lampwork beads tutorial. Stay tuned for more guided tutorials on my blog.

How to make a necklace using simple seed beads?

I resonate well with your knack for pretty materials and simple designs. I usually prefer sticking to it even if you always seem to be disappointed heading to stores and not being able to find goods in accordance with your scale of preference. As for that particular reason, I present you with a tutorial of step-to-step guide for hand crafting a seed beads necklace.

So, let us begin now and make sure you have the following tools ready to work with:

·         Seed beads

·         Monofilament wire (looks like fishing wire)

·         Jump rings*

·         Crimp beads – 1.8mm

·         Lobster claw clasp – 1x

·         Chain

·         Jewelry spacers

·         Scissors or wire cutters

·         Needle-nose pliers

 

I will recommend that you use assorted colors of seed beads. *Be careful about the size and quantity: 6 rings in 3 sizes – 4mm (1x), 6mm (3x) and 8mm (2x).

Step 1: Start making your necklace by cutting your filament wire about the length of 24 inches. Afterwards, put your crimp bead and your jump ring of larger size on one end of your wire. You must leave of 2 inches extra space on one end.

Step 2: Now take the end that is free of your wire and loop it onto the jump ring and then into the crimp bead to keep it securely intact.

Step 3: Now please make sure the crimp bead is pulled the entire way up to the border of the jump ring, so that it is secure. Then, using your pliers, simply compress the bead to keep it securely in one place. Now that your string is safe and secure, start sliding seed beads. Take your scissors and cut off the extra wire length. Please know that you will be practicing this step again and again.

Step 4: String your seed beads in any pattern you prefer. I would recommend you string all seed beads of a single color on a single strand.

Step 5: Once you are done, finish off by fixing a crimp bead to a jump ring exactly as you did in the initial step. Then, close the crimp bead. Now you’ll have two end points of jump rings in position and will only be attaching your seed beads to these from here.

Step 6: Repeat the stringing step again and again with any pattern or color. I added a few of jewelry spacers all-through to add some interesting impulse to the necklace.

Step 7: It’s time to finish off. Carefully, snoop open your 6mm jump ring using needle-nose pliers and add the jump ring to your chain about 8 inches. Then, attach that to your bigger jump ring and smoothly close it.

Step 8: Grab your wire cutters or scissors and make a half of your chain, repeating the same step on the opposite side. If you add extra length then you’ll have the liberty to shorter or lengthen your necklace as required. Secure your lobster claw clasp to your chain, fix it to the smallest ring and attach that to the ending point of your chain. Now take another 6mm jump ring and fix it to the opposite side of your chain to make a clasp.

Making a seed beads necklace was that simple!

DIY Purple Bead Earrings with Seed Beads and Pearl Beads

Do you love purple? Purple always seems quite romantic and attractive, and today, you will be amazing for I combine romantic purple seed beads and elegant white pearl beads on a pair of leaves earrings. I can bet you will love this pair of beading earrings. Now, let’s see HOW together!

Jewelry making supplies you will need in making the purple bead earrings:

5x3.5x3mm blue superduo 2-hole seed beads

4mm white pearl beads

golden earring hooks

0.3mm tiger wire

Scissors

Step 1: Snick off a piece of tiger tail, thread an earring hook on it, and thread 4 white pearl beads and a purple seed bead on the wire as pictured. Thread tiger wire through the seed bead, tighten up and thread one wire through the lower hole of the seed bead.

Step 2: Add 6 white pearl beads and 5 purple seed beads on one wire as pictured, thread the wire with beads through the upper seed bead, and cross it through the upper hole as pictured.

Step 3: Thread 2 white pearl beads on the right wire, cross it through the next seed bead, and then add a pearl bead and a purple seed bead on this wire, cross it through the next seed bead. Thread 2 seed beads on this wire, cross it through the next seed bead. Repeat above steps to make another side of the bead drop.

Step 4: Thread a pearl bead on the left wire, cross it through the next seed bead, then continue add a seed bead on the left wire, cross it through the next seed bead, then repeat above steps to add other 3 seed beads on the wire and cross it through the seed beads as pictured.

Step 5: cross the wire on the right side through the next seed bead as shown, thread a seed bead on this wire, cross it through the next seed bead, repeat above steps to add 3 seed beads along as pictured.

Step 6: cross the wire on the left side back through the next bead, add 4 seed beads on it, repeat above steps to add other 3 seed beads on the wire till a leaf shape formed as shown in the picture.

Done!

Hey, so cute a pair of seed beads earrings, yes? I love this pair of pearl beads earrings so much, and you? If you also love the leaves earrings, why not try to make yourself? Hope you have a nice DIY journey and have a nice day~