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Acetate looks similar to Lucite (acrylic resin), but this form of plastic actually begins with acetic acid (also known as household vinegar), combined with various bases to give it the desired colors and texture. It's strong, lightweight, slightly...

A Tip on Using Silver Plated Amate Studios Bezels On plated Amate Studios bezels, the plating is applied after hand-soldering is complete to create a more uniform finish. Baking, firing or otherwise applying heat may cause this plating to melt...

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Looking to add a touch of vintage elegance to your handcrafted jewelry? Look no further than Brand-Starman's Antique Style Faceted 12 x 9mm Oval beads in Matte - Dk Bronze. Made from exquisite Czech glass, these beads exude a timeless charm that will...

Step into a world of enchantment and let your creativity soar with Brand-Starman's Antique Style Triangle 8mm in Cobalt AB. These exquisite Czech glass gems radiate a captivating light, shimmering with every movement. As you hold them in your hands, you...

The platings on antiqued ball chain and accessories is not as durable as our typical platings. Just like items with a natural patina, normal wear will lighten the high points, while the crevices will remain dark. In order to keep the clasps dark, we ...

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This filigree is stamped and then plated. It is lightweight, yet durable, and excellent for earrings and pendants.Many filigrees also work well as connectors and links. Most stamped charms are one-sided, thin, and either flat or slightly domed. Size...

Which Glue is Best? For the most durable bond, we almost always recommend epoxies rather than other types of glue, but it depends on a few factors... Check out the options, plus tips for successful glue bonds, on our Adhesives and Jewelry Glues page. See...

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These bar and ring sets can be clasped with one hand making them ideal for bracelets and watches. Please note: The last few beads you put near the clasp should be small, to make sure the bar will go all the way through the ring (making the clasp...

The platings on antiqued ball chain and accessories is not as durable as our typical platings. Just like items with a natural patina, normal wear will lighten the high points, while the crevices will remain dark. In order to keep the clasps dark, we ...

The platings on antiqued ball chain and accessories is not as durable as our typical platings. Just like items with a natural patina, normal wear will lighten the high points, while the crevices will remain dark. In order to keep the clasps dark, we ...

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Gluing Hints for Metal Findings Remember Murphy's Law! Before gluing or otherwise applying any chemical to every piece of your best customer's 1,000-piece order, we strongly recommend that you test the chemical(s) on a small sample of the...

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Basic Loops The loop size will depend on how much wire you leave past the end of your beads, and around which part of your pliers you bend the loop. A good loop size is usually about 1/3 of the way from the tip of your pliers, with about...

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See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Bead Bumpers are tiny and lightweight; however, they are packaged carefully by Beadalon. Each package contains the correct...

What is Beadalon? Durable, flexible, multistrand twisted wire cable with a smooth abrasion-resistant nylon coating. Very easy to use - no needle required. Instead of knotting, finish the ends with crimp beads. Kink resistant: the higher the...

What is Beadalon? Durable, flexible, multistrand twisted wire cable with a smooth abrasion-resistant nylon coating. Very easy to use - no needle required. Instead of knotting, finish the ends with crimp beads. Kink resistant: the higher the...

What is Beadalon? Durable, flexible, multistrand twisted wire cable with a smooth abrasion-resistant nylon coating. Very easy to use - no needle required. Instead of knotting, finish the ends with crimp beads. Kink resistant: the higher the...

What is Beadalon? Durable, flexible, multistrand twisted wire cable with a smooth abrasion-resistant nylon coating. Very easy to use - no needle required. Instead of knotting, finish the ends with crimp beads. Kink resistant: the higher the...

Looking for a beading thread that is both strong and durable? Look no further than Wildfire Thermal Bonded Beading Thread .008 Inch in Frost/ White. With a thermally bonded coating, this superior stringing product is un-pierceable, perfect for all your...

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This video by Beadalon demonstrates how to use their Tassel Maker. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item.

Onyx is a striped, semiprecious variety of agate, with white, black, brown or red alternating bands. It is different from regular agate only in that the bands of which it is composed are parallel and regular. The name onyx originates from the Greek word...

Create an eye-catching design with the Grace Lampwork blue eyed focal bead. This circular bead features a domed front so the intricate design will stand out even more. The back is flat so it will rest comfortably in designs. You can even use this bead as...

Raw brass is unplated, and is not as shiny as most plated finishes. To remove tarnish, use brass cleaner, a polishing cloth, or fine grit (1000 - 1500) sandpaper.To give a high polish to raw brass items, tumble-polish them with steel shot, water and...

These blanks require finishing, which might include decorating (stamping, gluing, etc.); adding holes; filing, sanding, or hammering the edges; polishing and/or antiquing.See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making...

Raw brass is not as shiny as most plated finishes. To give a high polish to raw brass items, tumble-polish them with steel shot, water and a burnishing compound in a rock tumbler.To create an antiqued look on raw brass, apply an oxidizing solution. See...

Color-Change Mirage BeadsInspired by the mood jewelry of the 1960s and 1970s, thermo-sensitive liquid crystal beads change color with small temperature changes.  "Long chain crystals" in the colored section of the beads refract light differently at...

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These rivets and the Crafted Findings riveting tools are designed to be used together. Crafted Findings tools are excellent, and can help you quickly achieve a clean look and secure join in your riveted multi-layer metal jewelry or small mixed media...

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Create daring style accents with these CzechMates Diamond Beads. These pressed glass beads are similar to the CzechMates Triangle bead, with two holes on the flat side. Like other CzechMates shapes, these Diamond Beads share the same hole spacing and are...

Whether creating stringing projects, bead embroidery, or something else, you'll love these CzechMates Brick Beads. These small, rectangular beads feature two stringing holes, allowing you to add them to multi-strand designs. They look great between...

From the CzechMates two hole bead system, these Czech pressed glass beads have a uniform rectangular brick shape and their large hole size to bead size ratio makes them ideal for consistent bead weaving texture and multiple passes of fine beading...

Create dimensional beaded designs with these CzechMates Bar Beads. These flat, oval bar-shaped beads each feature two stringing holes running through them. They are perfect for using with other CzechMates beads, as the stringing holes line up perfectly...

Whether creating stringing projects, bead embroidery, or something else, you'll love these CzechMates Brick Beads. These small, rectangular beads feature two stringing holes, allowing you to add them to multi-strand designs. They look great between...

Whether creating stringing projects, bead embroidery, or something else, you'll love these CzechMates Brick Beads. These small, rectangular beads feature two stringing holes, allowing you to add them to multi-strand designs. They look great between...

Creative beaded designs start with innovative beads like these CzechMates QuadraTile Beads. These thin square-shaped beads feature rounded corners and a stringing hole in each of the four corners. You can add these beads to designs in unique ways. Stack...

Bring a unique element to your jewelry designs with these CzechMates Lentil beads. These beads feature a puffed disc or lentil shape with two stringing holes. It's a great option for bead weaving, stringing and embroidery. These pressed Czech glass beads...

Bring a unique element to your jewelry designs with these CzechMates Lentil beads. These beads feature a puffed disc or lentil shape with two stringing holes. It's a great option for bead weaving, stringing and embroidery. These pressed Czech glass beads...

Bring a unique element to your jewelry designs with these CzechMates Lentil beads. These beads feature a puffed disc or lentil shape with two stringing holes. It's a great option for bead weaving, stringing and embroidery. These pressed Czech glass beads...

Bring a unique element to your jewelry designs with these CzechMates Lentil beads. These beads feature a puffed disc or lentil shape with two stringing holes. It's a great option for bead weaving, stringing and embroidery. These pressed Czech glass beads...

Bring a unique element to your jewelry designs with these CzechMates Lentil beads. These beads feature a puffed disc or lentil shape with two stringing holes. It's a great option for bead weaving, stringing and embroidery. These pressed Czech glass beads...

Bring a unique element to your jewelry designs with these CzechMates Lentil beads. These beads feature a puffed disc or lentil shape with two stringing holes. It's a great option for bead weaving, stringing and embroidery. These pressed Czech glass beads...

Bring a unique element to your jewelry designs with these CzechMates Lentil beads. These beads feature a puffed disc or lentil shape with two stringing holes. It's a great option for bead weaving, stringing and embroidery. These pressed Czech glass beads...

Whether creating stringing projects, bead embroidery, or something else, you'll love these CzechMates Brick Beads. These small, rectangular beads feature two stringing holes, allowing you to add them to multi-strand designs. They look great between...

Bring a unique element to your jewelry designs with these CzechMates Lentil beads. These beads feature a puffed disc or lentil shape with two stringing holes. It's a great option for bead weaving, stringing and embroidery. These pressed Czech glass beads...

Amazing color fills these Dakota Stones gemstone beads. These beads feature a perfectly round shape. They are small in size, so you can use them as spacers or as pops of color in earrings. Named for the village near where it is found in Madagascar,...

Bring natural color to your designs with the Dakota Stones 6mm Venus Jasper round beads. These beads are perfectly round in shape, so you can use them with any style. They are versatile in size, so you can use them in necklaces, bracelets and even...

For a colorful appearance in your styles, try these Dakota Stones beads. These gemstone beads are perfectly round in shape, so you can use them in all kinds of styles. Each bead features a wide stringing hole, perfect for using with thicker stringing...

For a rich touch of color in your designs, go for these Dakota Stones gemstone beads. These amethyst beads feature a round shape with a star cut filled with triangular facets. You'll love using these beads in matching necklace and bracelet sets. They...

Showcase style with ancient meaning using these Dakota Stones beads. These beads are made to resemble beads first found in Ancient India. The full details of their use in ancient times are unknown, although they were often passed down as prized...

Gemstone style fills these beads from Dakota Stones. These blue apatite beads have a round shape with facets that catch the light. Blue apatite is a blue transparent phosphate material. It derives from the Greek word "apate," meaning to deceive, because...

Beautiful blue hues fill the blue crazy lace agate 12mm coin beads from Dakota Stones. Available by the strand these circular coin-shaped beads feature bright blue color swirled with white and the occasional hint of green. These beads are perfect for...

The word jasper is derived from the Greek for "spotted stone" and these dragon blood jasper 12mm square beads from Dakota Stones are full of spotted color. These slightly puffed square-shaped beads feature mottled green flecks of color splashed with deep...

Your designs will stand out with daring color when you use the dumortierite 8x10mm tumble nugget beads from Dakota Stones. These beads feature a nugget shape that makes each bead look like a pebble. All of the beads display a dark blue color streaked...

Showcase style with ancient meaning using these Dakota Stones beads. These beads are made to resemble beads first found in Ancient India. The full details of their use in ancient times are unknown, although they were often passed down as prized...

Bring mossy color to designs with these Dakota Stones beads. These gemstone beads feature lush green color with flecks of black in the matrix, for an earthy look you won't want to pass up. These rounded beads are also faceted for extra shine. You can use...

Add gemstone style to your next design with these beads from Dakota stones. These beads are perfectly round in shape and feature a versatile size that you can use in all kinds of designs. These beads would look wonderful in matching necklace and bracelet...

Shining black color combines with gleaming facets in these onyx 8mm faceted roundel beads from Dakota Stones. These rounded beads feature a glossy black color that is only enhanced by the diamond-shaped facets cut into their surface. Onyx is a variety of...

Put orbs of mysterious black color into your designs with the onyx 8mm round beads from Dakota Stones. These classic round beads feature a glossy black color that would complement silver components well. Onyx is a variety of chalcedony that is similar to...

You'll love bringing soothing style to designs with these gemstone beads. These powder blue impression jasper beads from Dakota Stones feature a classic round shape that will work anywhere. They display a soft sky blue color interspersed with hints of...

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Experience the true beauty of handmade jewelry with our Sterling Silver Chandelier Hoops. Impeccably crafted with expert skill and solid sterling silver material, these earrings elevate any design and add a touch of glamour to your collection. The...

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Shaping, Smoothing and Texturing Tools Clean your tools promptly after each use, so you can save the scrap silver and re-use it.  It might not seem like much each time, but it can add up to a lot of saved money! Small screw-tight cosmetic...

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How To Use Buffing Wheels & Polishing Compounds with a Benchtop Polisher Use Vigor® White Tripoli with a yellow muslin Chemkote buffing wheel to remove larger scratches from gold, silver, brass, copper and other metal jewelry. Follow up with a final...

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Add a touch of delicate beauty to your handmade jewelry creations with these Czech Fire-Polish Beads. With their diamond-shaped facets, these round beads offer a unique texture and dimension that will elevate any design. At a tiny 2mm size, they are...

Add a touch of playfulness to your jewelry designs with these captivating Czech Fire-Polish Beads in 2mm ColorTrends Saturated Metallic Ceylon Yellow. Each bead is a burst of vibrant color, reminiscent of the sun's golden rays. Their round shape and...

Add a fiery touch to your designs with these Czech Fire-Polish Beads. These exquisite beads are bursting with brilliance, featuring a diamond-shaped texture that adds depth and dimension to any piece. Their small size makes them perfect for adding pops...

Looking to add a touch of regal elegance to your handmade jewelry or craft projects? Look no further than these Czech Fire-Polish Beads in ColorTrends Saturated Metallic Navy Peony. These exquisite glass beads are round in shape and feature...

Add a touch of warmth and radiance to your jewelry creations with the Czech Fire-Polish Bead 2mm Matte Metallic Antique Copper. These exquisite beads by Starman are a true work of art, featuring a dazzling display of diamond-shaped facets that catch the...

Stormy style fills the fire-polished 2mm beads in navy blue Picasso. These exquisite Czech glass beads, brought to you by the trusted brand Starman, are like tiny droplets of a tempestuous ocean. With their diamond-shaped facets and mottled turquoise...

Add a fiery touch to your handmade jewelry creations with these Czech Glass 3mm Burnt Umber Fire-Polish Bead Strands by Starman. The rich terracotta red color of these round beads is sure to catch eyes and spark imaginations. With their versatile 3mm...

Add a touch of sparkling color to your handmade jewelry creations with these exquisite Czech Glass 3mm Half Gold Fire-Polish Beads by Starman. The smoky transparent color beautifully intertwines with the shimmering metallic gold, creating a mesmerizing...

Transform your handmade jewelry into a dazzling masterpiece with our Fire-Polish 3mm beads in Lt Topaz AB. Each bead is meticulously crafted from high-quality Czech glass by the renowned Brand-Starman. The exquisite light topaz color, amplified by the...

Looking to add a touch of elegance and charm to your next jewelry or craft project? Look no further than our Brand-Starman Firepolish 3mm Czech glass beads in Opaque Lt Beige. These delicate and shimmering beads bring a subtle warmth and sophistication...

Add a touch of mesmerizing turquoise brilliance to your handmade jewelry creations with these Czech Fire-Polish Beads. These tiny 3mm beads are versatile and perfect for adding a sparkling pop of color to any design. Whether you're creating a...

Create jewelry designs that shimmer and shine with these Czech Glass 3mm Saturated Navy Fire-Polish Beads by Starman. These round beads are the perfect size for adding small touches of sparkling color to your creations. Whether you're designing a...

Add a mesmerizing touch to your handmade jewelry creations with our Czech Glass 3mm Saturated Peach Fire-Polish Bead Strand by Starman. These exquisite round beads will transform your designs into dazzling masterpieces. Their tiny size makes them...

Capture the romantic allure of the twilight sky with these exquisite Czech Fire-Polish Beads. Measuring at a petite 3mm, their crystal-clear bodies are adorned with a twilight finish that emanates brassy tones and a captivating touch of iridescence. As...