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Beadmaking - Beadmaking Tools and Beads

 

Beadmaking Tools are sometimes confusing ...

There are a few absolutely essential tools and literally hundrds of others to tempt you with !


Making your own bead jewelry is a fascinating and fun way to make jewelry either for your self or as gifts for friends or relatives.


The tools needed range from a simple pair of pliers up to complete toolkits costing 100$ !

Beadmaking is a very old craft going back to Egyptian times and earlier .
The basic principles of making jewelry are below together with a list of absolute essentials.
The latest technique in Jewelry making is the use of PMC (precious metal clay) which you can use to make rings,findings,earrings,pendants and even small sculptures and brooches.
You'll find that after making a few necklaces or bracelets you may suddenly run out of ideas - fortunately there are numerous books to help you with patterns or designs.

A word about Pliers 

I've bought several pairs of pliers over the course of last year (I keep putting them in storage boxes and ..well I can't find them again !)
I also like getting new tools.
A problem has become apparent with all the pliers I bought - well two problems in fact - one is VERY sharp corners on the outside edges and the rubber hadles slip exosing a razor-sharp spring.

You can file the corners down so that's not such a problem but the spring that either pushes the points aprat or holds them together is an essential part of the pliers.
You should really do this BEFORE the problem arises or you'll have to reset the springs so that they interlink before using the additional tape.

To get around it just get some builders Duct tape and wrap it around the rubber at the points end overlapping on to the exposed metal between the grip and the points. That should do the trick. However with a pair you use regularly the rubbers will fray and you might like to extend the duct tape over all the rubber. Make sure the tape is flat and rub it down or you will get callouses after a while. Its better than buying a new pair ! (of course it doesn't solve the problem of losing them ...)

Bead on a Wire - Great Wire & Beading Book 

Probably the BEST book for beginners to intermediate.

Has lots of really well illustrated how-to techniques and lots of necklaces,bracelets etc to make - all very well illustrated and easy to follow.Excellent starter to intermediate level book.

Bead on a Wire: Making Handcrafted Wire and Beaded Jewelry

Amazon Price: $15.63 (as of 07/26/2008)

This book teaches you all the basics you will need for making your own wire and bead jewelry.
Click the link and then click the illustration at Amazon.com to see lots of sample pages from this book.

Basic Tools for beadmaking 

What you really,really need.

You may well find that you have several of these in your family toolkit already :

Small pair of pliers with flat ends
(Two pairs will be really useful to avoid damaging your fingers as you'll need to bend wire a lot !)

Large pair of pliers with similar ends.
Needle nose pliers to make your own findings.
Side cutter pliers.
Beading Mat (essential or you'll spend the rest of your life searching for beads on the floor )
Tweezers
Tipp-ex to mark bead positions on wire.
Large pair of cheap nail clippers
Silver wire
Crimp beads (Silver are easiest to use)
Split rings
Ear-ring findings - hooks -either Silver or Gold
Chain for making charm bracelets
Silver pins or eye pins
beads
Swarovski crystals
Beading wire
Beading flexible wire for bracelets
charms for charm bracelets or watches
You can get most of these on Amazon or Ebay.
Shopping for beads on Ebay is VERY addictive !

You may want to extend this list to a rock polishing machine to polish your own pebbles or rocks but before you buy a rock tumbler please note that these are NOISY and you should have an outdoor shed or garage to tumble your rocks in ! (Or face the direst of threats from your spouse or other family)

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Books on PMC - Precious Metal Clay 

PMC is easy to use silver or gold based material for firing in your own home !

You can make miniature sculptures,rings,pendants,beads etc and fire them at home with this clay & silver based material.You can also use a torch or kiln for best results
After firing the clay part disappears leaving you with your own jewelry in silver or gold (after finishing & polishing)

PMC Technic: A Collection of Techniques for Precious Metal Clay

10 leading Artists show you how to make jewelry with PMC
You can learn their. Innovative techniques with clear instructions and examples.Includes : Tonya Davidson: Using the PMC Syringe
Celie Fago: PMC Hinges
Jennifer Kahn: PMC Bezels
Doris King: Fusing Sterling and PMC
Terry Kovalcik: Viscosity Painting
Noortje Meijerink: PMC on Ceramic
Kelly Russell: Using Stencils with PMC
Barbara Simon: Lampworking and PMC
CeCe Wire: Water Etching on PMC
J. Fred Woell: Coreless Beads

Probably better for Intermediate users but good basic stuff too.

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New Directions in Metal Clay: 25 Creative Jewelry Projects

PMC is the most exciting material in modern Jewelry .
Its easy to mould and shape and all the techniques are covered in this book, You will be surprised at your stunning results. CeCe includes every form and formula, and an extensive array of techniques including enameling methods such as champlevé, inlaying with epoxy resin, and silk screening. The book includes twenty-five projectsranging from beginners to advanced You wil find out how to make gorgeous beads, a lovely contemporary brooch, modern stacked rings made from both silver and 22 karat gold.

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Metal Clay Jewelry: Projects. Techniques. Inspirations.

Superb beginners to intermediate book on PMC covers pretty much everything you need to get started in this great craft.
Click on the pictures at Amazon to get a view inside the book.

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Metal Clay for Beaders

Stunning and very Modern Designs for you to make in PMC
Very Popular (justifiably) book on beads & PMC by Irina Miech

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More Metal Clay for Beaders: 18 Innovative Projects

Another superb book of PMC designs for Beaders. If you liked Metal Clay for Beaders then you'll LOVE this one ! by Irina Miech

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Teach Yourself to Make Precious Metal Clay Jewelry with this video 

The video is in NSTC (American Format) so check your VCR can play it !

Precious Metal Clay is the most modern development in silver making at home.
This Video Tutorial will tech you how to sculpt,mould carve and stamp your work.
You then air dry it and fire it in a kiln. The piece will then turn into silver,gold or platinum with stunning results.
You will learn all the basicsof forming PMC into sheets, balls, and ropes: make molds, forms and learn how to carve it. Finally, you will learn finishing techniques including tumbling, brushing, oxidizing, polishing and burnishing. The four projects include a syringe work earring set, a stamped rope edge pendant, a stone set fold over bail pendant and making molded elements.

Precious Metal Clay Vol. 1 - The Beginners Workshop Silver in No Time by Linda Bernstein

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If you are just starting out in PMC then this video will teach you all the basics.
The video costs less than a studio workshop to learn this technique and is a great investment for your jewelry talents !

Designing Jewelry 

CASTING-MATT JEWELRY DESIGN TEMPLATE SET

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Jewelry Design: The Artisan's Reference (Jewelry Crafts)

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Jewelry Design in the 21st Century

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You Can: Master Jewelry Design & Creation

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Clay Cane Slicing Techniques for Polymer Clay Jewelry Bead Making
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Bead jewelry making is a work which may be done by anyone, even if they are not trained specially for bead work.

Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner - FANTASTIC DISCOUNT ! ONLY $ 198 !! 

Save $ 152 on retail from Amazon.com and they only have a few left !

This is a PROFESSIONAL Cleaner and is good quality.
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New! Ultrasonic Cleaner Timer Heater 3l *Commercial Grade*

Amazon Price: $198.00 (as of 07/26/2008)
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Sometime you will need to clean lots of jewelry and this is the easiest way to do it.
A full description is on the Amazon website
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New Beadmaking Video 

How to make glass beads Part I

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Guide To Your Profitable Jewelry Booth. 

So What went wrong ?

You took a nice booth or table at a crafts show and sat and waited for the customers to buy -
and you waited and waited !

Yet other vendors seemed to do a brisk trade - often with similar goods to yours.

THere are answers to this problem - you need ADVICE from someone with lots of show and exhibition experience.

Here's one hint -
Get the BEST POSITION in the show that you can - often by the entrance or stairs this is where people begin their buying experience.
If you don't ask for a specific position you'll be dumped in the backwaters of doom !
The Secrets Of Selling Handcrafted Jewelry Like Crazy At Shows, Fairs, And Festivals.
This ebook is loaded with proven strategies, tips, and years of experience that you won't find anywhere else!

You can access "Ultimate Guide to Your Profitable Jewelry Booth" for about the same price you'd pay for a few strands of beads.

This is a MINIMAL cost ebook and should pay for itself really quickly.
There's a no-quibble money-back GUARANTEE and if you don't like it just ask for a refund Tell me about the Jewelry Booth Guide !!

Jewelry Making Videos 


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Bead Jewellery on Amazon 

Bead Romantique: Elegant Beadweaving Designs

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Glass Bead Workshop: Building Skills, Exploring Techniques, Finding Inspiration

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Mastering Beadwork: A Comprehensive Guide to Off-loom Techniques

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Freshwater pearls on eBay 

Remember to check the POSTAGE before bidding on pearls !

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Beading YouTube vids 

how-to videos

Beaded Jewelry Making Tips on Beading Techniques and Bead Supplies : Using Crystal Beads for Beautiful Beading Projects

Learn about various types and shapes of crystal beads and how to use crystal beads for beautiful beading projects - free video.

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Beading And Jewelry Making - Resource Guide 

Resource Package Reveals How You Can Make Money From Beading And Jewelry Making.

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Beadmaking Tools on eBay 

Everything from Pliers to workbenches is available on Ebay

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Beads on eBay 

The heart of making jewelry - beads !
From simple coloured beads to lampwroks or Murano Glass its your choice of colours or designs - you can sell them on ebay too !

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Clasps on eBay 

Clasps are what you put on necklaces and bracelets to join the ends.

Magnetic clasps are most peoples favourites but you need a really big clasp for heavy necklaces

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Jewelry Findings on eBay 

What sticks Jewelry together !

Findings are the metal or other materials that you build Jewelry with - be warned you can quickly spend a lot on findings.
Its realy important if you are making Jewelry for sale to only use Silver findings - preferably Sterling Silver - do not use Nickel - a large number of ladies are allergic to it.
Essentials ar clasps,ear-ring findings and crimp beads (don't worry - I explain how to use these on my beginners beading lens !

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Make Earrings and sell them ! 

Easiest way to start making and selling jewellery

All you need to start making and selling jewellery is:

1 pair needle nosed pliers
Heavy Duty Nail clippers
Very fine emery cloth or sandpaper
Or a tiny file (to take off edges at ends of wire)

Silver fish hook findings (see ebay to buy them cheap) They are cheaper in bulk.
silver wire (24 gauge)
Beads

Make sure the ear ring finding don't contain NICKEL as many people are allergic to nickel. Silver plated ones are ok. Gold plated ones cost more but look great.

Cut 2 pieces of wire 3 inches in length.
Bend about 1 and 1/2 inches along to 90 degrees.
Slip on fishook (there's a small hole at the bottom)
Fold sticking out piece over finding and wrap it around the main stem 2 or 3 times - keep it looking neat. snip off bits that stick out. sand over with very fine sandpaper.
Turn earring upside down and slip on your choice of beads (important ! Make sure you have 2 of each bead - one for each ear ring !)
When you are happy then grasp the finding above the beads and wrap the wire over one of the points of the pliers to make a tiny loop near the beads (this will be at the bottom when the ear ring is the tight way up.)
Snip off excess wire with heavy duty nail clippers (cheaper than side cutters !)

Now do it all again.
Congratulations you have made a great pair of ear rings !
Try the following to sell well :
Jade chips
Pearls
Swarovski beads
Amethyst chips

Semi-precious chips come in strings and are a cheap way to buy beads.

Package ear rings in a box from a stationers store
(Or a ziploc polythene bag if it's to friends !)
You can sell creative ear rings for between $10 and $20 a pair
NEVER say they are home-made - it sounds tacky and unprofessional.
Always call them HAND-MADE !.
Presentation of your product is the main thing - the better the box,the faster they sell.
To display at a craft show use a piece of dark coloured velvet as a background to make them look luxurious.

I always make 4 or 5 pairs at the same time and line up the beads in order in rows for each ear ring.
Ear-rings are one of the most profitable items to make and sell. Always present them well and give them in an organza or similar bag or a small box.

Lampwork Beads on eBay 

Jazz up your beads !

Lampwork beads range from fairly simple designs on beads costing pennies up to artisan produced designs of exceptional beauty (and cost !)
Like most things - the more you buy the cheaper they get.
Put some of these on your jewelry and watch your sales soar.

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Beadmaking Kits on eBay 

Great way to find out if you like beading !
You will usually end up with a really smart piece of jewellery for yourself or to sell !
All you need is usually a pair of needle nosed pliers and a pair of nai lcutters.

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