Know the Different Varieties of Seed Beads

Seed beads have become incredibly popular in recent times thanks to their enhanced versatility that makes them a worthwhile choice to use in numerous beading and crafting projects. Some jewelry designers essentially refer to them as rocailes and are common in the making of not just jewelries but also embroidery projects as well. The numerous applications in which the beads can be put into means that you have every reason in the world to consider using them and here are some of the various varieties that you should consider buying.

Czech seed beads

The Czech seed beads are known for their characteristic donut or bagel shape. Unlike what most people thing, these beads are essentially not tall as such as they are actually wide and feature some nice round edges as well as some extremely small holes. When you order the beads, they will come in the form of hank which you can consider using in embroidery work. This variety is a top favorite for many due to its incredibly beautiful look that gives you every reason in the world as to why you should consider buying it.

 

Indian & Chinese varieties

India and China are also known to be among the top producers of seed beads and pride themselves in having some great varieties that you should certainly consider for your project. However, something that is common with these beads is their lack of uniformity due to their uneven shape that makes working with them a little hard. But for those who have an experience in working with these beads, they can make some incredibly beautiful bracelets and necklaces. Moreover, these beads are the best to consider using for various kids’ crafting projects as they are easy to learn with.

Japanese seed beads

The Japanese varieties of seed beads come with a relatively different shape when compared to their counterparts of Czech, China and India. Mainly, they not only feature some larger holes but are also taller as well. The good news is that when it comes to Japanese varieties, you will be confronted with many different color selections to consider and you will certainly be able to find the best one for your project. Their size and shape are usually uniform and this means that working with the beads is incredibly easier.

Delica seed beads

These are perhaps the least known varieties of seed beads but this is not to mean that they are in anyway inferior from the rest. In fact, any jewelry designer who had a chance to work with these beads will tell you that they are among the best you can ever find on the market. Their shape is usually uniform thus making them incredibly easy to work with and have quite large holes.

If you want to buy beads that are of high quality and in the most convenient way possible, the internet is the best place to shop for these beads and you will get some fantastic offers for them. 

3 Types of Handmade Crystal Jewelry Collection

Love the whole collection of handmade crystal jewelries, especially the chic headband! Get me in the mood and can't wait to create one!! Thanks!

via Three Typical Types of Handmade Crystal Jewelries

Hello guys! Today I am going to show you three types of impressive handmade crystal jewelries. I don’t know how much do you guys like crystal jewelry, but for me, it’s really hard to resist the temptation of those sparkling things. And I can bet that most girls cannot say no to those beautiful crystal jewelry sets. If you don’t agree with my point, then finish reading this article first, and show me your new points later.

How about these crystal jewelries shown in the picture? You can’t deny that they are pure and fantastic, right? If you are not so satisfied with them, it doesn’t matter, we’ve got more. Let’s see some specific crystal jewelries made by our customers, I bet you’ll definitely love them!
Crystal bracelets

This crystal bracelet is designed by our customer Amanda Klingstedt. Besides the handmade transparent crystal beads, she also used brass rhinestone beads which make the bracelet seems much cooler. And apart from its gorgeous appearance, another reason I love this bracelet is that it’s easy to match any kinds of clothes.

What’s your first impression about these two colorful bracelets? Well, when I first saw them, the blue and green glass beads of the left bracelet just reminded me of the beautiful sea beach in summer days, and the lively red of the right one made me think of Christmas. They are designed by Julija Dukate and Надежда Жмакина, different styles, but the same adorable.
Crystal earrings
After seeing impressive crystal bracelets, let’s take a look at crystal earrings.

The designer of these lovely earrings are Radka Bílková, Marina Akinina, Jacob Stumpf, Subbu Vaithy, Veronica Malchevskaya, and Jana Morgo?ová. As you can see, these earrings vary in shapes, colors, and even styles, the only thing they have in common is that they are crystal. How changeable crystal jewelries are! Don’t you feel more interested in them?
Crystal necklaces
At last, let’s see some glaring crystal necklaces.

The designers are Monica Benz, Марина Кириченко, and Olga Evgenievna Lebed. Among all these three necklaces above, which one is your favorite? The first one is elegant, the second one is lovely, and the third one delicate, it’s really hard to make a choice, right?
After seeing all these splendid crystal jewelries made by our customers, do you have any impulsion to make one by yourself? If you have any crystal jewelry designs, or ideas, welcome to share them with us!

Advantages of Buying Wholesale Jewelry Supplies Online

When it comes to buying wholesale jewelry supplies, the internet has been reputed as the best place to order them from. The internet offers jewelry designers a legitimate and cost effective option to get the kind of supplies they want for their project. Even though you can still buy these supplies from your local store or on the high streets, buying online is reputed as the best option as it comes with numerous advantages that you definitely can’t afford to miss out on as highlighted here below.

Great convenience

Perhaps the main reason why most people wouldn’t hesitate to order wholesale jewelry supplies from the internet is due to the great convenience that this option offers. In fact, when you are shopping on the internet, the last thing you should worry about is the great inconveniences you have to go through when it comes to real shopping like driving your car to the local store, pushing a trolley and spending all your precious time moving from one store to the other looking for exactly what you want. With online shopping, all these hustles and hurdles are completely eliminated and you can enjoy yourself as you shop for all the supplies that you might possibly want.

Affordable prices

There is nowhere else that you are assured of getting the most affordable deals you can ever wish for than with buying wholesale jewelry supplies online. As a jewelry designer, you definitely don’t want to spend a fortune buying the supplies you want and you will want to maximize on your savings as much as possible. Fortunately, the internet is the best place to get all the supplies you want at the fairest prices possible. As such, you can be sure that you won’t have to spend a fortune ordering the supplies you need and this means that you can afford to buy many supplies than with any other option.

Great selection

When it comes to buying wholesale jewelry supplies, finding a great selection of supplies is something that really matters a lot and thankfully, there is no better place to get such great deals than on the internet. Internet suppliers usually stock products of different varieties on their stores and you can certainly take full advantage of this to get everything that you want. The fact that online suppliers are not in anyway constrained by space means that they can stock numerous items than you can ever imagine and you can be sure that you will be able to get everything you need from them.

As you can see, you have a lot to gain by deciding to buy your wholesale jewelry supplies from the internet. Doing so is one of the best ways to save some good money and ensure that you don’t end up spending more than you should. The most important thing is that you do your homework well and be able to find the most reputable sellers who will sell you high quality process at fair prices. 

3 Wire Wrapped Hair Accessories Must See

Some girls are too shy to wear statement hair accessory. If you are not one of them, you should better read on the post of 3 wire wrapped hair accessory and create your own headbands without spending too much money on materials and tools.
My hair is getting longer and longer this summer, and these tutorials were very useful for me. They are very stylish, delicate and fancy, and when your hair is messy you can still put a headband or a hair clip and you will look gorgeous. Enjoy and fun!

#1 Floral Hair Clip with Jewelry Wire and Beads
This is a delicate form of hair accessories and is very stylish. You can use a few of beads, wire and blank hair clips to create such an exquisite floral hair clip. You can wear it at many occasions, from work, to an evening out or to the gym.

#2 Wire Pearl Beaded Bridal Headpiece with Colorful Seed Beads
DIY a handmade wire headpiece for bridal is becoming a fashion choice now. Take a look at this tree branch pearl bridal headpiece, it is made up of 6mm white pearl beads, colorful 3mm seed beads and 0.3mm copper wire. This headpiece gives you a delicate look and emphasizes your face.

#3 Beaded Wedding Hair Accessory for Bride
Apart from above wire headpiece, here is another piece of beaded hair accessory for bride. Be creative and wear the hair accessory across your hair. Welcome the wedding with a romantic and hippie look.

If you want to add a girly and fashion touch to your boring outfits, above 3 hair accessories could be the best way to go. Create it to fit your face shape and you can wear them without any edition. Which one do you like most? Share your comments with me. :）

How to Make Men's Beaded Bracelet

Today I will share a men's beaded bracelet tutorial with you. THIS is an easy craft to be quick finished! Enjoy!
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DIY Men’s Beaded Bracelet—a Special Gift for Your Father
Hello guys! Instead of making jewelries for girls, today we are going to do something different: I will show you how to make a cool men’s beaded bracelet. You know, Father’s Day is approaching, if you are considering preparing a gift for your father, but you don’t have any exact ideas what to buy, then you may try this stylish DIY men bead bracelet. Now let’s see what we need to do to make this beaded bracelet.

Materials needed to make a beaded bracelet for men:
8mm mixed color natural agate beads
6mm coffee wood beads
6mm black wood beads
6mm brown pearl beads
Crimp beads
Bicone Tibetan beads
Tibetan flower bead
Tibetan tubulose bead spacer
5-strand slider lock clasp
Tiger tail
Wire cutting plier
Flat plier

Instruction on how to make a men’s beaded bracelet:
Step 1: Cut a section of tiger tail which is about 60cm in length, fold it in half, thread it to the first loop of the slide lock clasp, then slide a crimp bead to the end of the wires, and pinch it. After that, thread 16 coffee beads, one bicone Tibetan bead, one flower Tibetan bead, one bicone bead, and 16 coffee beads to the wires in order.

Step 2: Slide another crimp bead to the other side of the wires, and thread the wires to the first loop. Fix the first beaded strand after cutting the excess wires.

Step 3: Make the rest three strands. Fix the second strand on the second loop of the slide lock clasp, and make sure it has 9 black wood beads, one bicone Tibetan bead, 14 black wood beads, one Tibetan bicone bead, and 9 black wood beads. Attach the third strand, which has 21 natural agate beads, on the forth loop; and the last strand with 15 brown pearl beads, one tubulose Tibetan bead spacer and 15 brown pearl beads, on the fifth loop.

Step 4: Finish your special men’s beaded bracelet by connecting the slide lock clasp.

Done!

This personalized beaded bracelet for men looks decorous and manly, right? So don’t be hesitated, just join us and make your own beaded bracelet for your dad. There is no doubt that he will be happy to receive your DIY gift for him on Father’s Day. And of course, don’t forget to tell him that you love him from the bottom of your heart!

Using Wholesale Seed Beads and Bugle Beads in Jewelry Making

Wholesale seed beads have become a firm favorite for jewelry makers. Although they are simple beads, they can be used to come up with amazing jewelry pieces. The jewelry items you make from seed or bugle beads can be used to compliment different forms of attire. So, whether you are in casual or formal wear, you can be sure that accessories made from seed and bugle beads will adorn your look tastefully.

-    What are seed and bugle beads?

When many people hear about wholesale seed and bugle beads, they often ask for more information about seed and bugle beads. Some people mistakenly think that as per the name, seed beads are made out of different types of seeds. This is quite funny and completely off the mark. The truth is the terms is normally used to refer to uniformly shaped spherical beads often used in beaded weaving made from different materials. They are often strung together to make simple jewelry items or used as spacers between other types of beads in jewelry making. Most of the time, these beads have to be strung together using beading needles because their holes are quite small. However, the finished product is always pleasing to the eye because these beads are available in different colors, finishes and coatings.

-    What about Bugle beads?

Another question you get when dealing with wholesale is what are Bugle beads? Many people think that Bugle beads are some exotic form of beads, but they are simply a type of seed bead. They are normal seed beads and the only difference is that they are not short, round and circular but long, cylindrical and tube-like. They range in size between 1.5mm and 35 mm and are available in various finishes, colors, and coatings. They are often used for bead weaving and clothes embroidery.

-    Importance of buying wholesale seed and bugle beads

Purchasing items on wholesale is buying them in large quantities that warrant a cheaper price than you would get with retail purchases. The purchase of beads on wholesale is a common practice with jewelry makers, bead sellers, and craft lovers. This is because they can make higher profits by reselling the beads or products they make from the beads than if they purchase the beads on retail.

The prices of wholesale seed and bugle beads are much lower than retail because the middle-man costs are cut out. Retail prices are higher than wholesale prices in bead markets because retail sellers have to factor in the middle man. These middlemen costs trickle down to the jewelry makers, bead sellers, and craftspeople that purchase beads on retail.

When jewelry makers purchase wholesale seed and bugle beads, they have a lot of beads available to create a variety of jewelry items using the many seed and bugle beads at their disposal. These beads are not just for jewelry making as they make beautiful lamp shade fringes, curtain partitions and can also be used in clothes embroidery. So purchase your seed beads and bugle beads today!

Top 5 Beaded Earrings Roundup

Be still your eyes (no matter what)! Beaded earrings, including beaded hoop earrings, beading wire earrings, beaded chandelier earrings, beaded fringe earrings and beaded dangle earrings are nearly the most flavor earrings for jewelry designers to make. Agree? This week I will share 5 Beading Earrings Roundup with a last Beaded Earrings Tutorial. To create your own earrings, let's have a look at the roundup!

Pandahall LC Center starts us off with Howto Make Native American Beaded Hoop Earrings, perfect for new designers! Super simple materials you need to prepare: seed beads in black, white, red and yellow color; jewelry wire and earring making supplies like earring hooks, jump rings.

JudyLarson takes us back to Jewelry making class to make this delicate and elegant Beaded Wire Earrings.

Need a simple beaded earring idea? These DIYBling Bling Rhinestone Chandelier Earrings can be made in minutes!

Anabel encourages us to make turquoise and gold beaded fringe earrings! So cute!

Kiwi Kiss crochets handcrafted beaded dangle earrings with cool green gemstones, jewelry wire and other basic earring making supplies.

Whether you want or love to make pretty beaded earrings, how to wrap or how to slide or else technique puzzle, hope this can help you in some way. And I am very glad to see you showing off your new crafts of earring designs! :）