Monthly Archives: September 2008

Beads on Sale: Check out eBay First

Unfortunately, we are facing tough economic times these days and everyone has to be very careful about how they spend their money.   Even if you’re a beadaholique you may have to cut back or at least make more of … Continue reading

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How to String Beads: A Free Quick Start Video Guide

  Learning how to string beads is the easiest way to get started learning how to bead handmade jewelry.   When you’re just starting out you want some quick and easy successes to help you build your confidence toward learning … Continue reading

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Tips for Making a Successful Home-Based Jewelry Business

  I found an article today which talks about how one woman slowly built her home-based jewelry business and some of the lessons she learned along the way about how to sell jewelry.   Her approach is typical for many successful … Continue reading

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Jewelry Making Classes: The DVD and Online Video Home-Study Option

  If you live in an area that has a relatively large population, you have probably noticed how popular jewelry making and beading have become.   You can find a face-to-face jewelry making class just about anywhere.   There are … Continue reading

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Crystal Pearls Jewelry Making Tip

  I love making jewelry with crystal beads. It seem like the possibilities are endless for all the different types of creations you can make.   If you have experience making beaded jewelry you already know there are all kinds … Continue reading

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How to Make a Bead Ball with Crystal Beads and Seed Beads

  One of the most simple and beautiful bead jewellery creations is the beaded ball.   You can make a basic beads ball using just crystal beads, but you can add seed beads to add a little spice to it. … Continue reading

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Gold Leaf Jewelry: Make a Simple Gold Leaf Necklace

  Recently I was at a bead jewelry show in Philadelphia.   I love to go to these shows and see all the new things that are happening in the beading world.   As I was walking around looking at … Continue reading

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Puffy Heart Basics: How to Master the Crystal Puffy Heart Pattern!

If you’ve been beading for a while, you’ve probably heard of the crystal puffy heart pattern.   It has been around for a few years and remains very popular because it’s, well, beautiful!   It’s also very versatile. By using … Continue reading

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