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View entire thread: Lampwork Bead Cap Cone and other nice Beads

Posted by EllessonBeads on 2006-09-03 17:41:20      Post Subject: Lampwork Bead Cap Cone and other nice Beads



Hi everybody,

today I will show you something new I made.

Two Bead Cap Cones
http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5666_1%20copy.jpg

http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5739_12.jpg

the Bead Cap Cone inside
http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5737_12.jpg

and...
Some New Beads from today
http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5810_12.jpg

http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5784_12.jpg

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View entire thread: Greetings One and All!!

Posted by WildPurple on 2005-03-25 17:20:07      Post Subject: Greetings One and All!!

Hi there! I am posting here as well. I can't believe all the places to post our crafty goodness!

For your viewing pleasure is my Art Quilt # 2.

http://members.sparedollar.com/wildpurple/artquilt2.jpg



<font color=purple>2nd in a series. Made from a crazy quilt top. This is 11" in diameter.

http://members.sparedollar.com/wildpurple/artquilt2a.jpg

Embellished with Czech and Japanese seed beads, bugle beads, silver and bronze beads, vintage buttons, embroidery,sequins, tulle, fabric scraps and couching in acrylic yarn and lots of hand quilting. Batting is 1/4" thick and backed with purple and white gingham.

http://members.sparedollar.com/wildpurple/artquilt2b.jpg

Close up of fabric scraps under tulle held in place with beading,and lots of handquilting, couching and embroidery.

See more at www.livejournal.com/~wildpurple

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View entire thread: Beads Ribbon Bookmarks

Posted by Flora on 2005-03-25 10:56:14      Post Subject: Beads Ribbon Bookmarks

I love to make these beads ribbon bookmarks. Just use a thin ribbon and thread beads on both ends.
You can see the full instructions and photos on this page:

http://www.making-greeting-cards.com/beads-ribbon-bookmarks.html

Flora Tan
Big Hearts Make Great Cards!
http://www.making-greeting-cards.com

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View entire thread: Maw is alive and well in the Southwest!

Posted by mawwerks on 2007-09-25 10:26:11      Post Subject: Maw is alive and well in the Southwest!

Ok
so here I am a little ol country girl from Alaska transplanted in the great state of Arizona! Phoenix to be exact. CAN YOU SAY CULTURE SHOCK!

Now don't get me wrong I have lived here for awhile the shock has just lasted that long.

However I find Arizona captivating with lots of places to rock hound for great little treasures. I get to go home every year so I have the best of both worlds.

Anyway they call me maw! when I was younger little mama. Why you ask, because I am always mothering something or someone.

I love beads all beads and seed bead work is my favorite. I love life and living life. My cup is always 1/2 full.

I love handcrafted items and I own a lot of handcrafted goods and art. I just find it so spiritual and more homey to be surrounded by items made with love and care.

Forget those dollar stores give me something of quality! give me homemade!

I love to make cards, garden, do jewelry work, hike, ride motorcycles and I love art, music and my pets. In fact I can't think of to many things I don't like or can't find some good it.

I look forward to sharing with you all

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View entire thread: Rhumba Earrings with Tutorial

Posted by theartofmegan on 2008-04-25 13:08:16      Post Subject: Rhumba Earrings with Tutorial

I made a whole bunch of these great little earring sets when I was hanging out at home the other night. I had my husband snap some photos as I was putting them together so I could throw together a little tutorial as well. I'll give you guys the abridged version.

Here's the earrings, one of my favorite designs.
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2240/2440532690_1afddff473.jpg

For a pair of earrings, you'll need the following supplies:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3156/2440279870_9db90e1cf3.jpg
2 pairs of pliers, i have flat nose and needle nose here
10 small jump rings, I used 4mm here
18 large jump rings, I used 6mm here
Seed beads large enough to fit on the large jump rings
2 wire ear hooks


http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2060/2439456739_01659a8a0e.jpg
Link together 5 small jump rings for each earring. Attach these chains to an ear hook. Add beads to opened larger jump rings.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2150/2439456197_ab25bae7b7.jpg
Attach one beaded jump ring to the bottom link of the chain by twisting closed tightly and cleanly. Add two beaded rings to each remaining bead going up, on either side of link as shown in photo.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2114/2440282132_50140bf5aa.jpg
Make lots of pairs. Wear them with everything!

Let me see your rhumba earrings everyone! Bonus points for action shots!

For anyone who needs more detailed instructions, I have a more in-depth tutorial on my blog at http://www.theartofmegan.com/rhumba_earrings_tutorial. I can't wait to be getting more jewelry making tutorials up there soon!

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View entire thread: biodegradable art supplies help!

Posted by gbluespirit on 2007-10-04 14:21:52      Post Subject: biodegradable art supplies help!

does anyone know where i can find eco-friendly art supplies? i am specifically looking for glitter, gems, beads, crystals, spray paints....anything sparkly.

thanks!

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View entire thread: Beaded Bead with free tute!

Posted by beadangel on 2007-08-22 12:40:59      Post Subject: Beaded Bead with free tute!

Hi all,

Made some beaded bead with crystals and glass beads, made them into pendants to wear with my chain.

See the photo at: http://www.beadjewelrymaking.com/bead_pendants.html (remember to scroll to the bottom)

The free tutorial at: http://beadjewelrymaking.com/Kid_Art_Project/Kid_art_bead_project/august2007kid_bead_project.html

Thanks for looking!

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View entire thread: Wow, so MANY!!

Posted by polheber2 on 2007-09-16 12:17:47      Post Subject: Wow, so MANY!!

I''m so glad I stumbled on this group. Wow, who knew there were so many sites out there!

I am a SAHM who loves to play with beads. I have a site I just started where you can see some of my items. Stop on by!

www.serenedreaming.com

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View entire thread: Need help

Posted by Jackie45 on 2006-10-05 08:18:18      Post Subject: Need help

I am looking for a pattern for an angel made out of lace and beads I have looked allover the web and cant find anything I use to have it but the pattern must have gotten lost during my move..If someone has a pattern I would really like a copy of it...Thanks

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View entire thread: Beading on Paper Crafts?

Posted by mololi on 2005-11-12 13:25:15      Post Subject: Beading on Paper Crafts?

My roommate's birthday is coming up, and she's just started learning some beading techniques. I know that she wants to use the beads as embellishments on the cards and other paper crafts that she makes. Does anyone know a book I can get her for her birthday that might talk about techniques for doing this?

Thanks!

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View entire thread: ? about using brand name jeans, modifing & selling - Lab

Posted by Coloradocrafter on 2007-07-10 16:01:45      Post Subject: ? about using brand name jeans, modifing & selling - Lab

I just started making these really cute jeans and I am about to attend my first craft show/fair. I buy gently used jeans modify them with beads, fabic, etc. My question is do I need to remove all the brand name (levi, gap, etc) labels? I know I am supposed to leave the material content and care label (regardless of whether or not there is a brnad name on it) in case there are issues with allergies, etc. HELP! I don''t want to get in trouble!

Thanks!
Newbie Colorado Crafter!

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View entire thread: craft meet-up austin, tx

Posted by peppermintsquare on 2005-01-08 12:37:57      Post Subject: craft meet-up austin, tx

Please excuse cross-postings...

Get Your Craft On
Thursday, January 20
6:00 - 9:00 pm
The Workshop
1211 West Sixth Street, Suite 400
Austin, Texas 78703
(512) 473-ARTS (2787)

Just bring whatever crafty project you happen to be working on, snacks and beverages (wine and beer are okay too!). If you don't have a specific project to bring, never fear - you can purchase a kit at the Workshop to work on that night. They sell beads and bead tools, mosaic kits, paint your own ceramics and more.

The group list can be found here: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ausglitterati

Hope to see you there!

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View entire thread: austin tx crafty meet-up

Posted by peppermintsquare on 2004-11-24 08:45:45      Post Subject: austin tx crafty meet-up

Please excuse cross-postings...

Get Your Craft On
6:30 - 9:00 pm Wednesday, December 8th

The Workshop
1211 West Sixth Street, Suite 400
Austin, Texas 78703
(512) 473-ARTS (2787)

Just bring whatever crafty project you happen to be working on, snacks and beverages (wine and beer are okay too!). If you don't have a specific project to bring, never fear - you can purchase a kit at the Workshop to work on that night. They sell beads and bead tools, mosaic kits, paint your own ceramics and more.

The group list can be found here:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ausglitterati

Hope to see you there!

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View entire thread: November Church of Craft - Portland, OR

Posted by SisterDG on 2006-10-25 19:29:38      Post Subject: November Church of Craft - Portland, OR

The November Church of Craft will be Sunday the 12th. Usual time, 11:30 - 2:30. Usual place, Rimsky-Korsacoffee House, 707 SE 12th (at Alder.) If you're forwarding this to someone who's never been before, it's the big, old red house at the corner of SE 12th and Alder. There is no sign out front.

Our free craft class for November: Paper and Fabric Beads! Church of Craft member Jill has graciously agreed to teach this project, and it looks like fun! Check out these pictures (and I promise, the links work this time):

http://www.flickr.com/photos/21113527@N00/278691289/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/21113527@N00/278691294/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/21113527@N00/278691298/

If you'd like to participate, please email sisterdg@churchfcraft.org for a supply list.

Church of Craft is a nondenominational group of people who love to make stuff. Learn more at www.churchofcraft.org.

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View entire thread: Church of Craft in Portland, OR: January Meeting

Posted by SisterDG on 2007-01-03 15:05:49      Post Subject: Church of Craft in Portland, OR: January Meeting

The January Church of Craft meeting is Sunday, January 14th. Usual time: 11:30 - 2:30. Usual place: Rimsky-Korsacoffee House, 707 SE 12th (at Alder). If you're forwarding this to someone who's never been before, it's the big, old red house at the corner of SE 12th and Alder. There is no sign out front.

Our craft class for January is Wire Crochet with Beads. We'll be making a choker or a bracelet, or both. This is a very easy and cool-looking technique, and you don't even have to know how to crochet!

You can see pictures over at our brand-new group on Lov.li (a great place for creative people to meet and share things). Check out the pix at this link:

http://www.lov.li/groups/25

If you'd like to join us, please email sisterdg@churchofcraft.org for a supply list. Church of Craft is a nondenominational group of people who love to make stuff. Learn more at http://www.churchofcraft.org. We hope to see you there!

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View entire thread: CALL FOR ENTRIES: 2008 NICHE Awards

Posted by danielw on 2007-05-04 16:04:50      Post Subject: CALL FOR ENTRIES: 2008 NICHE Awards

Applications for the 2008 NICHE Awards are now available online at www.AmericanCraft.com. Artists can download an application at the newly revamped NICHE Awards web page. Other useful information includes updated rules and guidelines, as well as information about the 2008 NICHE Awards ceremony, special display and finalist notifications.

The NICHE Awards, sponsored by NICHE magazine, celebrate excellence and innovation in American and Canadian craft. Entry deadline for professionals is August 31, 2007; entry deadline for students is September 28, 2007.

Categories include Ceramics, Fiber, Glass, Metal, Wood, Jewelry, Home Furnishings, Goblets, Judaica, Mixed Media, Narrative, Recycled, Teapots and more. New categories include Handmade Beads and Polymer Clay.

Judging is based on three main criteria:
• technical excellence, both in surface design and form
• market viability
• a distinct quality of unique, original and creative thought

Finalists are invited to display their work in the NICHE Awards exhibit at the February Philadelphia Buyers Market of American Craft, February 15-18, 2008, and will be included in the Winter 2008 issue of NICHE magazine. Winners will be announced at the February 2008 Buyers Market and featured in the Spring 2008 issue of NICHE magazine.

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View entire thread: Book Review: Beadalicious by Sonya Nimri

Posted by Mucha Muchacha on 2008-05-01 12:54:01      Post Subject: Book Review: Beadalicious by Sonya Nimri

As both a jewelry designer and a collector of vintage jewelry, I love Sonya Nimri's fun and simple approach to DIY jewelry design in her new book, Beadalicious. She encourages her readers to recycle old jewelry into something fresh and new in their own style. Sonya arms them with the know-how to complete every project in the book and includes a brief education on beads, tools, jewelry findings and best of all, techniques for jewelry construction. Jewelry styles range from funky to minimalist and the simple instructions allow for beginners to complete any of the projects. My favorite designs are the "Bohemian Wrapsody Ring" and "Amber Drops" earrings. Infused with a sense of whimsy, many projects in the book offer related side bars with recipes for things like "Queen Bee Soap" and "Moroccan Mint Tea". There is also an "Extra Goodies" section where you can find instructions to make things like a headband made out of buttons or your own romantic beaded hair comb. This book and the fun projects inside will make gifting to your favorite people a snap!

Nichole Moraila
www.Mucha-Muchacha.com
www.LosAngelesCraftMafia.com

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View entire thread: AD: Julie's Jangles jewelry

Posted by sweet_tooth on 2007-04-26 09:53:49      Post Subject: AD: Julie's Jangles jewelry

Hi everyone!

I've been crafting for years now, but recently discovered my love of jewelry design, and I've run away with it! I use mostly vintage components, like pendants, charms, and beads, to create fun, pretty jewelry with a retro twist.
I just got my website up and running and want to get the word out. I am still working out some technical issues, ie. getting brighter, clearer pictures. Also, although I love the look of my website, I designed it on the iWeb program (for Macs), and can't integrate a shopping cart function. Therefore, I've set it up so the "buy" button e-mails me with the item the customer wants to buy, to which I reply with a Paypal invoice. The customer can then proceed to pay with credit card via Paypal. This isn't a favorable way for me be set up, but I really wanted to get my jewelry out there so I can sell some things and put money into a better website. I'm going to be doing craft fairs this summer, also.
Any feedback would be welcome and appreciated, be it on my jewelry and the site!

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View entire thread: Craft Supplies Yard Sale Sunday 3/20 Los Angeles GREAT DEALS

Posted by supercrafty on 2005-03-14 15:12:25      Post Subject: Craft Supplies Yard Sale Sunday 3/20 Los Angeles GREAT DEALS

The Crafty Girls and Boys of Stitch n' Bitch Los Angeles bring you their first ever

Craft Supplies Yard Sale
Sunday, March 20th, 2005
10 am - 2pm
1327 South Stanley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90019

Several members of Stitch N Bitch Los Angeles will be selling some of our vast stashes of knitting, art, crafting, sewing, craft and crocheting supplies. Many items are brand new and are priced cheap to sell, sell, sell!

Yarn - TONS of YARN!
Iron-ons
Picture frames
Fabric - Vintage and Brand New!
Beads
Magnetic snaps
Glue guns and sticks
Candles
Appliqués
Trims
Latch hook yarn
Buckram
Roll of piping/cording filler for custom cord
20 lbs. of bath salts
Essential oils to make bath salts
Several rolls of cording with lip
Feather trim & patches
Bolts of plain cotton fabric, velvets & vinyl
Sewing patterns - new and vintage
Plastic baby safety pins (shower favors)
Silk flowers
Silk bags
Purse handles
Make your own lampshade kit
Ribbon
Some scrapbooking stuff
Painting & drawing supplies
Stickers
Postcards
Pencils
Buttons
Vintage bottle caps - all unused
Craft Magazines - Knitting, Budget Living, Crafts Report
...and more!!

It will be great - don't miss out! See you Sunday!

MapQuest Link:
http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?searchtype=address&country=US&addtohistory=&searchtab=home&address=1327+South+Stanley+Avenue&city=los+angeles&state=ca&zipcode=

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View entire thread: EtsyLabs NYC Knows How to Party!

Posted by nataxia on 2007-02-16 18:38:31      Post Subject: EtsyLabs NYC Knows How to Party!

Hello New York Craftistas! Be sure to stop by the Etsy Labs and say hi!

http://etsy.com/labs

325 Gold St.
6th Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11201

THIS SUNDAY (February 18th):

Supply Swap-O-Rama! 3PM
(from the etsy blog) Come on down to the Etsy Labs for our very first Supplies Swap! Tired of wading through your home’s knee-deep overflow of feathers, string, art supplies, and construction paper? Do you have trunk loads and/or small piles of old clothes, beads, books and papers, yarn, miscellaneous whatnots? Are you coveting piles of other kinds of miscellaneous whatnots? You will score big time at this swap. Please join us on Sunday, February 18 at 3pm. Check out the Etsy Labs website for more info. RSVP@etsy.com

MONDAY (February 19th & Every Monday):
Knit-Night 6 PM

WEDNESDAYS:
Tea Party! 4-6PM
Weekly meet-up at Etsy Labs to introduce the space and have tea with fellow crafters. Come see what the Labs has to offer, discuss ideas, meet locals, plan events or just take a tour.

THURSDAYS:
Movie Night! 8 PM
Free movie night in the main space. Popcorn provided; BYOB.

LAST MONDAYS:
Book Club
Monthly book club discussion at Etsy Labs, as suggested first in the Etsy Blog. February's book is The Wal-Mart Effect by Charles Fishman.

Check out http://blog.etsy.com and http://labs.etsy.com for more events!

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View entire thread: FREE Craft Classes + Ice Cream @ Felt Club: AUG 12

Posted by FeltClub on 2006-08-09 00:18:16      Post Subject: FREE Craft Classes + Ice Cream @ Felt Club: AUG 12

Here are the full class descriptions (and times!) for this Saturday's FELT CLUB!

Classes are first-come, first-served. No registration necessary, all supplies provided.

HANDSPINNING YARN - 12:30pm
Instructor: Jamie Chan of http://www.maryjanesattic.net

Ever wonder how yarn is made? Yarn is simply a long, twisted continuous length of interlocked fibers, for use in the production of textiles, sewing, crocheting, knitting, weaving and rope making. Yarn can be made from a variety of natural or synthetic fibers. Students will learn a brief history of yarn making, then learn how to spin yarn with some wool and a drop spindle.

http://www.feltclub.com/images/YarnSm.jpg

CHARMS TO SHRINK ABOUT - 2:00pm
Instructor: Silvia Chenault of http://www.chebang.net

Shrinky-Dinks make great charms. Doodle or draw and design your own special charm to wear.

http://www.feltclub.com/images/shrinks.jpg

NEEDLE FELTING - 3:30pm
Instructor: Jamie Chan of http://www.maryjanesattic.net

Ever wonder how wool felt is made? Felt is very easy to make given the right circumstances. Wool, which comes from sheep, is a very strong and stretchy fiber. When you get agitate and add pressure, wool shrinks and becomes felt! In this class you will be learn to make felted balls, beads, bracelets and flat objects! You will be given a variety of colorful wools and shown how to make these objects with just your hands and felting needles!

http://www.feltclub.com/images/Sma.jpg

http://www.feltclub.com

http://www.feltclub.com/images/fc_295x130.gif
FELT CLUB
Saturday, AUGUST 12, 11am-6pm
@ Meltdown Comics
7522 W Sunset Blvd. (btw LaBrea & Fairfax)
Los Angeles, CA 90029
ph: 323-851-7223
http://www.meltcomics.com

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View entire thread: Crafty Supply Swap Fundraiser 8/07 - Seattle

Posted by Countess on 2007-07-11 03:43:53      Post Subject: Crafty Supply Swap Fundraiser 8/07 - Seattle

Crafty Supply Swap Fundraiser 8/07

We’ve got one heck of a Crafty Supply Swap planned for you this time around!

We have local trading superstar Rosalie Gale of “bARTer Sauce” fame trading with us, Ginger from our fundraiser recipient Ginger’s Pet Rescue will be joining us to tell us about all the special doggies that need our help, we’re going to have a special networking table hosted by the Seattle Craft Mafia, and as usual there will be snacks galore! So join us for a fun filled afternoon of trading, networking, and snacking! And remember, we’re doing it for the doggies!

So… what IS the Crafty Supply Swap, you ask? Well it’s only Seattle’s funnest trading extravaganza ever! Remember when you bought a bunch of cool crafty stuff that you thought for sure you'd make into that super cool thing you had an idea for? But somehow, you never got around to making it. Now that cool crafty stuff is just collecting dust or getting shuffled from one storage bin to another. Face it, you're never gonna make that super cool thing.

So, what to do with all that crafty goodness? SWAP IT!!!!

Come for an afternoon of pre-holiday trading, chatting, snacking and fun!
What can you bring? Anything you've got!

*fabric remnants
*paper scraps
*leftover fragrance/essential oils
*old beads
*unused string, cord, ribbon
*outdated packaging materials
*wood chips
*recycled wrapping paper
*gift boxes/storage boxes
*jewelry findings
*knickknacks
*gizmos
*equipment/tools

Bring anything you have that you didn't get around to using and probably never will. Maybe someone else has something that you WILL use!

Help each other and yourselves by clearing out your old craft supplies and offering them up for grabs!

Have fun trading with other crafters. See old friends, make new friends, get cool stuff, and know that you are contributing to a good cause!

And speaking of causes, Ginger’s Pet Rescue (www.gingerspetrescue.org) is an amazing service that to date has saved 394 dogs’ lives, this year alone! Ginger specializes in death row dogs, those that are in immediate danger of being put down. Ginger will be on hand at the Crafty Supply Swap to talk about what she does and to answer any questions you might have. Ginger would appreciate doggie contributions of any kind that you can provide to help care for these rescued dogs.

bARTer Sauce will also be joining the Crafty Supply Swap this year with Saucey goodness for all. bARTer Sauce is a trading experiment for art and odd objects that was supposed to last one year -- but is already well on its way to year two. The basic idea was to start with one item, in this case, an old laptop, and trade it for something else. Then take what was gotten from the laptop and trade it for something different. And on and on and on.

Bring something you've made (or something weird that you want to get rid of) to the Crafty Supply Swap and trade with The Sauce You'll get a write up in the Sauce's weekly (or every other weekly) blog. All you need is the item, a witty (not required) story about the item or how you got it and the willingness to be photographed with The Sauce.

For more information about bARTer Sauce, visit: www.bartersauce.com. You'll find the items currently up for trade, a history of past trades and stories, as well as the rules for trading. You can also find Rosalie’s blog, where she occasionally writes up witty anecdotes about her trades, here: http://blog.myspace.com/Iloveunicornsmorethanyou



As if all this wasn’t enough, Seattle’s own Craft Mafia will be hosting a networking table just for YOU! There will be resource info, Q&A, and business ideas and info to help you with your crafty biz!



Snacks and beverages will also be provided to make the day just THAT much more festive!

Date: Saturday, August 4, 2007

Time: 2:30-6:00pm

Location: Ballard Library
5614 22nd Ave. N.W.
Seattle , WA 98107

$8 donation, 50% of which goes to Ginger's Pet Rescue. www.gingerspetrescue.org

To reserve your trading spot, and help our furry friends,
please send $8.75 via Paypal to iheartrummage@hotmail.com

OR

make out a check for $8.00 and send it to:

IHR
21213 4th Ave W
Bothell, WA 98021

Deadline for reservation: July 31, 2007

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View entire thread: *Crafting for a Better World!* holiday craft drive

Posted by totinette on 2004-11-19 13:19:28      Post Subject: *Crafting for a Better World!* holiday craft drive

Crafting For A Better World
Portland Super Crafty has set out to save the world, and we need your help! We’re collecting donations of handmade items and craft supplies to give to some amazing organizations around Portland and could use your crafting superpowers. Please help us brighten the holiday and warm up the winter for some less fortunate men, women, and children by giving them the gift of craft!

Types of items to donate:
This is a comprehensive list of what the organizations could really use, but feel free to be creative and send in other items as well!

Handmade:
Dolls
Toys
Baby hats, blankets, etc.
Scarves
Hats
Mittens and gloves
Socks
Pillowcases
Blankets
Bedding
Warm clothing (knit sweaters, etc.)

Craft Supplies:
Non-toxic Paint
Acrylic Paint
Paint Brushes
Canvas
Drawing and watercolor paper
Crayons
Paper
Scissors (kid-friendly especially)
Glue
Glitter
Felt
Craft Foam
Modeling clay
Beads
Fabric
Sewing notions
Yarn
Knitting needles
Duct tape
Tape
Journal/Notebooks
Frames
Ribbons

Donations must be received by Monday, December 15.

Please send your items to:
Torie Nguyen
One Centerpointe Dr., Suite 550
Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Questions? Email us at pdxsupercrafty@yahoo.com. If you live in the Portland area and would like to submit your donation in person, please drop us an email to make arrangements.

*If you would like a receipt for your donation, please include a note with your name, address, and the retail value of the item.

About the organizations:

The Goose Hollow Shelter

The Goose Hollow Family Shelter is a temporary emergency shelter for homeless families in the Portland metropolitan area. They take in anyone who has a child under the age of 18, as well as pregnant women. The shelter currently operates from November to May and is hoping to one day have the resources to stay open year round. In the evenings, they have “kid time” where volunteers lead the kids in various activities, one of which is crafting.

p:ear
http://www.pearmentor.org/

p:ear builds positive relationships with homeless and transitional youth through education, art and recreation to affirm personal worth and create more meaningful and healthier lives.


Community Action Organization
http://www.communityaction4u.org/

Community Action exists to ensure that low-income families have a place to turn for help as they strive to get back on their feet and achieve a better life. They offer the following services: A Kid’s Domain: Before and after school care, Early Head Start/Head Start Preschool, Energy and Emergency Services, Homeless and Housing Services, Opening Doors: Maternity outreach and pregnancy support.


Buckman SUN School
http://www.sunschools.org
http://www.buckmansite.teacherhosting.com

Buckman Arts Magnet Elementary School is one of the community schools serviced by the SUN Program (Schools Uniting Neighborhoods). The mission of the SUN program is to improve the lives of children, their families and the community through partnering with local school communities to extend the school day with a variety of classes and develop schools as “community centers” in their neighborhoods. We are specifically asking for donations for their Winter Craft & Gift-making Night on Wednesday December 15th at Buckman Elementary School. Families are invited to return to school in the evening and create unique handmade gifts for the holidays with the help of parent volulteers and local artists (including the girls of Super Crafty!)

One more organization collecting craft supplies and handmade gifts is La Casa de las Madres, a San Francisco-based group that offers emergency services to women and their children escaping domestic violence.

They have women of all ages there, and children from newborn to age 18, so items of all sizes and colors would be welcome. They would take blankets, scarves, hats, mittens, gloves - all the standard handmade stuff. If you do not knit or crochet, you are welcome to sew any donations. Machine washable is good, so is warm wool, but they are not picky and would take anything. You are welcome to wrap stuff if you want, but please put a tag on the outside indicating what is inside, and the size, etc., and attaching a tag indicating the fabric content, care instructions, and maybe a little pick-me-up message would be wonderful.

They are also looking for donations of art and craft supplies - fabric, yarn, needles, paper, crayons, hooks, glue, markers, etc. NO magazines, they already have plenty.

http://www.lacasa.org/index.html
http://www.lacasa.org/wish_list.html

About La Casa: La Casa de las Madres offers emergency residential shelter to battered women and their children while providing counseling, family-based services and referrals. Our Emergency Crisis Shelter has the capacity to shelter and support 35 women and children per night. La Casa's downtown San Francisco office houses our two 24-hour Crisis Phone Lines, a Drop-In Counseling Center, the Teen Intervention & Prevention Program, and the Community Education & Outreach Program. All services are offered free-of-charge in English and Spanish.

Please send donations directly to the shelter by December 17:

La Casa de las Madres
1850 Mission Street, Suite B
San Francisco, CA 94103

PDX Super Crafty won’t be delivering these gifts, we’re just handling donations for the Portland organizations! Thanks for your generosity this holiday season!

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View entire thread: speaking of jewelry making:

Posted by Craftasaurus Rex on 2006-08-07 17:24:54      Post Subject: speaking of jewelry making:

I'm conflicted on something. Well, two things, actually:
1. When I was younger and starting to play with beads, I took the fishing line from my fishing rod which have never been used, and made jewelry with it. Now that I work in a bead store and I've read a ton of beading magazines / books, it says that monofilament always gets brittle and breaks and is generally a bad thing to put beads on.

I still have bracelets that I made with fishing line when I was 11 (I'm 23 now), and they're not brittle, they haven't broken, and I can wear them when I go swimming.

So I ask: why is everyone so anti-monofilament?

2. When I make necklaces that are mostly seed beads (size 11, size 8), and only a few larger glass / semi-precious stones, should I be feeling antsy that I put them on thread and not on beading wire? When I first started using beading wire, I put everything on it. But now I'm realizing that somethings are simply overkill to put on beading wire.

The thread I use C-lon, which is kind of like Nymo, but I find it doesn't fray as much as nymo. I double it, of course, and I use clamshells (knot cups) at the end of the necklace to attach my clasp. I have a necklace that I made 2 years ago that I put on thread, and it hasn't broken / stretched yet. and I sometimes forgot to take it off when I go swimming.

My question is: Can I sell these necklaces that I put on thread in good conscience? Even though I've never had any problems with the thread, I want to make sure that if someone buys a necklace from me that it won't break under normal wear. Maybe I should consider using Power-Pro, or Fireline, or some other kind of heavy-duty thread that's cheaper than beading wire, more expensive than normal beading thread, but seems to have a higher tensile strength?

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View entire thread: Making Lampwork Beads-Is It Necessary To Use A Kiln?

Posted by BeadGal on 2005-04-09 16:05:51      Post Subject: Making Lampwork Beads-Is It Necessary To Use A Kiln?

Okay I'm A Newbie To This Site But I am Totally Addicted To Beads! I Have Been Looking Into Making My Own Lampwork Beads And My Mom & I Have Been Debating On Wether Or Not It Is Necessary To Kiln The Beads After They Are Made, She Thinks That You Can Remove The Beads From The Mandrel And Be Done With Them, I Beg To Differ! Can Someone Please Set Her Straight? LOL I Purchase Beads At My Local Walmart To Make Necklaces. Anklets And Bracelets When Iam Able To Get Pics Of My Projects Online I'll Post Them, I Would Like To Make My Own Beads For A Change Of Pace And To Add My Own Unique Touch To My Projects. If You Could Kindly Answer My Question It Would Be Greatly Appreciated :~)

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View entire thread: adjusting a leather cuff bracelet

Posted by Radica Mirkovic on 2008-08-20 03:40:40      Post Subject:

It would be much easier to see it...
I thonk that crochet around it can make it longer ... or adding some wooden beads or make beads of leather...
I made jewelry from leather, mabby you can find some ideas on my blogg, posts in april and may 2008,
http://radicaartjewelry.blogspot.com/
Wish you the best!

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View entire thread: Anybody use 6 or 8mm beads?

Posted by onyxrose on 2004-11-28 14:15:32      Post Subject: Anybody use 6 or 8mm beads?

Since I have deceided to concentrate more on macrame I no longer need a HUGE portion of beads in my inventory.

Mainly Czech Fire Polished and Druk beads in 6mm and 8mm size. I have 4 colors, Cobalt, Garnet, Amethyst, Emerald and I also have clear, or crystal.

Also, if you make rosaries, i do have more then enough rosary centers to make at least 30 rosaries, maybe more. If you're interested or know someone that may be interested please post here, or PM me and I'll start getting everything together. I have A LOT of beads to count! At least 5,000 *sigh*

Blessings!

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View entire thread: Cherry Pit Beads?

Posted by unpetitoiseau on 2008-07-29 15:37:54      Post Subject: Cherry Pit Beads?

So I have this lovely necklace that I wear almost every day that is made entirely of stringed cherry pits. I get so many compliments on the beads that I''ve decided to attempt to recreate other pieces. I''ve saved several cherry pits which I''ve cleaned and dried thoroughly, but I am at a loss as to what to do next. Does anyone have any experience making beads out of cherry pits? I''m mostly looking for tips on boring holes in the pits and also what sort of dye/lacquer/paint to use on the outside. I experimented with using a simple food dye today to see how it would take, and the results were somewhat less than stellar.

Thanks!
-Ashley

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View entire thread: Making Lampwork Beads-Is It Necessary To Use A Kiln?

Posted by teagrrl on 2005-04-10 10:09:35      Post Subject:

You can just let the beads cool without a kiln, but it means they're more likely to crack from the temperature change (they can also crack later on because the glass is weaker if it hasn't been annealed properly). There are some kind of "blankets" that you can buy that can be used instead of a kiln if you don't make a lot of beads.

http://www.ehow.com/how_18120_anneal-glass-beads.html

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View entire thread: Lampwork Beads with Gold and Silver

Posted by EllessonBeads on 2006-09-14 13:14:48      Post Subject: Lampwork Beads with Gold and Silver

Hi everybody today I will show you some new Beads I have made this week.

Tourquoise and Gold I love it
http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5940_12.jpg

Silver combinated with ivory, green and Rubino oro or dark violet
http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5900_12.jpg

A Bead Cap Cone with gold dots and some Pillow Beads who looks like turtles
http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5885_12.jpg

A new Bead Cap Cone
http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5812_12.jpg

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View entire thread: making a japa mala

Posted by stella on 2005-05-12 00:07:00      Post Subject:

malas are just counters, like rosaries, so i'd bet the same rules apply to them as to making rosaries, but i have no idea what the rules are! you can buy rosary-making stuff from jewelry supply catalogs, so i don't think they have to be special beads.

there is a specific count to mala beads. it looks like Vedic malas usually have 108 beads, so i'd assume a bracelet would have a factor of 108.

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View entire thread: Bracelets?

Posted by sovietredfox on 2007-04-21 00:01:44      Post Subject: Bracelets?

For a fundraiser for Virginia Tech, I'm using hemp string, and orange, red, and black beads to make bracelets to raise money for http://www.vt.edu/tragedy/memorial_fund.php. Does anyone have any quick ideas on how to make these bracelets other than the old fashioned string the beads and then knot them? If so, tell me pweeeeeze? Thanks!!

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View entire thread: Alphabet bead conundrum

Posted by redheadedali on 2004-09-05 16:04:03      Post Subject: Alphabet bead conundrum

Hi there, crafties -

I am new to the forums and have a question for y'all. Does anyone know where I could find alphabet beads that string vertically instead of horizontally? I have some cool jewelry ideas, but the alphabet beads I have just won't do the trick. Thanks a bunch! :)

Alison

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View entire thread: Needed: Materials for Summer Sewing/Fashion Class

Posted by belindasuperstarr on 2006-07-01 18:49:31      Post Subject: Needed: Materials for Summer Sewing/Fashion Class

Hello All,

I have a friend who will be teaching a sewing and fashion industry summer class for students aged 10-16 for one of NY's Freedom Schools. She has sent me a list of materials that she needs for the class and I'm hoping some of you may be able to suggest sponsors, who may be willing to help the class acquire the materials. Also, if anyone has any connections to fashion related shops, showrooms, etc. that would be willing to host the students for a field trip please let me know. Thanks for the help!

Here's the list:

fabric
leather
zippers
buttons
fabric paints
silk screens
photo emulsion
sewing machine
mannequins
makeup
nail polish
vintage accessories
petite sized 40's and 50's shoes
chains
beads
pendants
earring hooks

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View entire thread: New Lampwork Beads

Posted by stella on 2006-10-05 01:36:15      Post Subject:

your beads are always so pretty! i especially like the red and black ones.

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View entire thread: Looking for a Pattern

Posted by Astrid on 2007-09-18 14:51:24      Post Subject:

The trick for crocheting with beads is to thread all the beads you want to use on the skein before you start (beads with fairly big hole seem advisable). Then pull the yarn through the beads while crocheting until you need one.
I suppose for the collar and leash it's best to use sc (to get a firm result), for the rest it seems to be a matter of sizing up your dog's neck and finding a suitabe clasp.
And I woud use firm cotton yarn.
Good luck with it. Sounds like a pretty fun project to me!

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View entire thread: vintage plastic beads?

Posted by sugar cookie on 2006-08-25 14:50:18      Post Subject: vintage plastic beads?

i found some vintage plastic beads from a museum workshop i attended a few years ago. does anyone know a good source for vintage plastic charms and beads?

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View entire thread: Looking for ring findings

Posted by Marcie on 2007-11-30 07:45:25      Post Subject:

There are TONS of catalogues for jewlery making. Fire Mountain usually does more beads, but they have some findings. Rio Grande is a great company and they have pretty good deals. Both of these you can find online too.

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View entire thread: Beaded 3-D Halloween Ghost Charm with tutorial!

Posted by lgreen on 2008-09-10 16:12:20      Post Subject:

hello all,
I have been making beaded eye glass strings for a while now. I find it is a fun way to use some bits and pieces that I can't use for a necklace.

I get to use more funky beads for the tips, or ends that attach to the glasses for about 6 to 8 inches up. Then I make the back or neck part more plain to keep the weight down.

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View entire thread: corn starch resin? any homemade clays?

Posted by lizzymahoney on 2008-04-07 23:07:28      Post Subject:

I've collected these from all over, some from the net, but I didn't keep sources, plus I combined some recipes. I haven't tried any of them, though.

Wood Dough
1 C sifted sawdust
½ C flour
1Tbsp liquid starch
1 C water
Mix until dough is formed, add more water if too dry.
Mold or shape into beads, ornaments, paperweights, etc. Let dry 2 or more days. Sand to smooth. Painting or staining optional.

Gelatin plastic
3 Packages Unflavored Gelatin
9 Tbsp water
3-5 Drops of Food Coloring
Mix the water and food coloring over low heat. Add 3 packages of unflavored gelatin, stir continuously and cook for 30 seconds until thickened. Pour the mixture into a flat dish, push the bubbles to the edge and let it set for 45 minutes. The gelatin will be soft. Use cookie cutters to cut shapes, and use a straw to cut holes. Keep any scraps, because you can use them after they dry. Dry the shapes on a clothesline. They'll be hard as plastic in 2-3 days.

The pieces are likely to curl up as they dry. To keep some pieces flat: rubberband a clean cloth over the top of a bowl and place your shape on the cloth. Cover with another cloth, and cover that with a plate or disk to flatten the piece.

Cornstarch Clay
1/2 c salt
1/2 c hot water
1/4 c cold water
1/2 c cornstarch
Mix salt and hot water in a pan and heat to boiling.
Mix cold water and cornstarch and stir.
Add cornstarch mixture to pan and stir some more.
Cook over low heat, still stirring, until mixture is stiff.
Remove from heat and when mixture is cooled enough to handle knead until smooth.

This has a grainy texture and dries in 1-2 days. You can speed up the drying time by baking at 200 F for an hour or so.

Cornstarch Clay Two
1 C cornstarch
1.25 C cold water
2 c baking soda
10 drops of food color
glitter optional, 1 tsp
mix in saucepan, heat for five minutes, stirring, It will thicken and turn to a dough. Remove dough and cool. Knead dough, 3 minutes. Good for beads and small stuff. Let air dry.

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View entire thread: Knitting Supplies have been claimed.

Posted by sunshine_fix on 2005-08-18 13:00:21      Post Subject:

OK so I just started knitting. And I'm in college. And I could totally use some of that stuff, if nobody else wanted it. Plus, I have a ton of beads. I mean, not all of the same kind, but a bunch of really cool ones. Like how many did you want? OR, I know someone who can show me how to make these really cool row markers from the beads. PM me!!!

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View entire thread: Valentine's Beaded Heart Pin - Tutorial

Posted by karenmc on 2008-02-05 15:50:42      Post Subject: Valentine's Beaded Heart Pin - Tutorial

Hi All,

I came up with this pin to make this Valentine's Day.

http://www.crafts-for-all-seasons.com/image-files/heart-pin02.jpg

I hope you all like it too. It's not hard to make... you just need some plastic tri-beads, a pipecleaner, and some lace ribbon. These are also inexpensive and could be made in quantity... so it might be a good idea for those of you working on craft fair items for Valentine's Day. The complete tutorial with many pictures can be found here: http://www.crafts-for-all-seasons.com/Valentine-heart-pin.html

Thanks for looking!

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View entire thread: Nail Head Covers

Posted by Vigilantesjustice on 2007-02-09 16:16:42      Post Subject:

Well, what you can do is take little doodads and super glue them on the nails once they're in the wall. (Doing it after you put the nail in will keep you from destroying the item when you hit it with the hammer. *winks*) This can be done with pretty much any reasonably flat item, such as gems, some beads, buttons, old earrings with the posts snipped off, junk jewelry pendants, scrap booking doodads, etc. Use a fast drying, drip free glue, the drip free part is the most important. Try a gel-type, they work really well. This also works for those humdrum thumb tacks that you have for cork boards.
-Corinne

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View entire thread: New Lampwork Beads

Posted by EllessonBeads on 2006-10-04 05:59:50      Post Subject: New Lampwork Beads

Here are some new Beads I have made the last Week. I could not torch so much because I was ill. Now I feel better and I can show them.

http://i2.ebayimg.com/02/i/08/92/b6/92_1.JPG

http://i24.ebayimg.com/01/i/08/8b/95/61_1.JPG

http://i5.ebayimg.com/03/i/08/89/97/5d_1.JPG

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View entire thread: looking for crafty gals in So Cal!

Posted by craftster on 2007-08-05 22:00:13      Post Subject: looking for crafty gals in So Cal!

Hi Crafty Ladies:

I just moved to LA about a month ago from NYC. I''m trying to find some crafty girls in the area to start a sewing circle or knitting nights. OR if anyone has any suggestions of great crafty places to go to buy fabric, yarn, beads, etc.

I live in West Hollywood.

Thanks!

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View entire thread: Jewlery help pleases

Posted by stella on 2006-08-07 16:19:04      Post Subject:

it depends on what kind of clasp, thread, and construction technique you are working with.

for clasps with jump rings, i usually make a loop of small beads to go around the ring, then bury the knot back a few beads and melt it. in general, i usually place the knot where it will nestle between two beads and hide to some extent, and melt it.

**obviously, this only works with nylon thread

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View entire thread: plastic containers - what to do?

Posted by neuroticdawg on 2005-05-13 12:11:34      Post Subject:

What I envisioned when you mentioned the plastic containers was turning a lidded tub (like a margerine container) into a wind spinner. I'm probably not the first person who has ever thought of this, so there might be a tute on some recycle crafts site.

Here's how I would proceed:

-(optional first step) spray paint it inside and out, metallic or glittery, let dry.

-Take the lid and cut the edge off of it so it's just a disk.

-Cut the bottom of the tub off. Trim into another disk. Use a pushpin to poke a hole in the center and several around the edges. This will be the top of your spinner. Save the big pieces of plastic from the sides to cut out shapes later.

- Take that circle from the lid and cut round & round from the outside to the inside so that the end result is a coil. Poke a hole where you started and where you ended.

- Cut shapes out of the plastic left over from the sides of the tub(whatever theme you're going for, I'm partial to celestial my ownself) and poke holes at the tops of them to make charms. Make one for every hole you poked around the edges of the disk, plus one.

- Grab a needle, strong thread, and some beads and baubles, preferably stuff you already have laying around like orphaned earrings and those odd beads you don't know what else to do with.

-Make dangles with the charms and beads. Make one a little heavier than the rest.

-Attach your dangles to the holes around the disk, and use the heaviest dangle on whichever end of the coil you decide is the bottom. Keep the lengths of thread pretty short to prevent tangling.

- Attach the coil to the disk (in a way that leaves an inch or so between the disk and the coil, and a loop on top for hanging).

-Sit on the porch slapping at bugs, complaining about the frickin' humidity, and watching your new whirligig spin and sparkle in the breezes that are too few and far between for your liking.

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View entire thread: wanna SWAP? I have beads, sewing machine, leather cord...

Posted by TrashyNiki on 2004-06-17 10:45:46      Post Subject: wanna SWAP? I have beads, sewing machine, leather cord...

My cousin was into hemp stuff, but got out of it. So she gave me a HUGE copier paper box FULL of beads. Mostly pony beads in every imaginable color, some odd fruit shaped beads, and other funky beads thrown in, along with some of that plastic brading lace stuff. I have no use for this stuff, so though I would offer them here.
I am open to trades on it. What I could use is seed beads, LARGE focal beads, felt, stiff stuff, chopsticks or hair sticks, other beads... OR anything really that I might be able to use... So let me know if anyone wants some stuff. I also have a couple of rolls of leather string/lace in black and tan, plus an extra sewing machine that I can not figure out how to work... Newer model, i got without instructions, but I cant use any sewing machine, so I am clueless on that actually.

Ok edited to add, the fruit beads are plastic. I also am getting rid of cake decorating stuff, pans, tips, letters... On OLD cookie press with attachements, a book about selling anything on ebay, and various other crafting books. Will also sell this stuff outright to someone who can use them!

So whatcha got? Watcha want? :)

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View entire thread: cheap place for jewelry findings?

Posted by smilejoyjoy on 2008-05-25 03:23:41      Post Subject:

If you want to get good quality, affordable sterling silver beads, I would recommend you to go to a bead show like the International Gem & Jewelry Show. You could look online for shows close to you or even search for other bead shows. You''re bound to find one in your area. I used to buy beads and findings at Jo-anns or Michaels but ever since I discovered bead shows, I never again shop at those two stores for beads. Also, the selection and quality of beads at a show are great and they have great prices as well!

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View entire thread: wanna SWAP? I have beads, sewing machine, leather cord...

Posted by smachel on 2004-06-17 20:25:53      Post Subject:

i would take the pony beads and fruit beads if they're still up for grabs. i can offer seed beads and glass and clay beads that have holes that are too small for my projects. what other projects do you do? i have tons of stuff.

PM me if you are interested. :)

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View entire thread: looking for crafty gals in So Cal!

Posted by Fy on 2007-09-23 00:52:47      Post Subject:

Hi Crafster,

I'm in So Cal too, Downey area. I don't knit that well but I'm into beading. The best place I've found to get beads and beading things (off the Internet) is Bohemian Crystal. They're in the Fashion District at 812 S. Maple Street, Los Angeles. Ignore the rude cashiers if you can, since you'll just be there to get supplies. The other employees are nice and helpful. I don't know this for certain but I think that they close at 1pm on Saturdays. They're not open on Sundays.

For other craft supplies, try Joan's in Torrance. I don't have the exact address but you can do a search online. This branch is super big and has everything (even bead supplies but these are still cheaper at Bohemian).
Happy crafting!

Fy.

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View entire thread: How do I paint a rice paper parasol?

Posted by mm11981 on 2008-04-28 15:36:23      Post Subject: How do I paint a rice paper parasol?

Hello...I want to paint a layer of paint on a rice paper parasol for my wedding with a water and fade resistant paint so that water beads off of them. the The parasol is pink.

1) Does anyone know what type of paint I would use?

2) Is this something that can easily be done?

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View entire thread: What do you do with your left over yarn?

Posted by Astrid on 2008-12-02 17:54:12      Post Subject:

The one I miss in that long list Cindy posted is felt beads, but that's really for loose ends if they're 100 % wool. Roll a ball of 1-5'' ends between your hands and tie it up with one a bit longer. Make wet (the hotter the better), add soap (dish detergent is great) and keep rolling it between your hands until it felts. Wash out soap, squeeze out water and let dry.

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View entire thread: What shall I do with this button?

Posted by Astrid on 2007-04-15 12:59:59      Post Subject:

Something with beads, maybe? Group a (large) number of beads on (iron)wire through the holes, either tight or dangling, could make a spectacular effect. If you have a drill, make more holes if necessary.

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View entire thread: Perler Bead Question

Posted by tinstarmerchant on 2005-02-28 19:14:16      Post Subject: Perler Bead Question

Today my big bucket o' Perler beads arrived, all 4.000 of them. They did not include the special ironing paper that you use when fusing the beads. Do you think I can use regular white copier paper to iron them or will I burn my house down?

Thank you.
Terri

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View entire thread: European Findings Section OPEN!!

Posted by victoriawhite on 2006-02-01 03:03:09      Post Subject: European Findings Section OPEN!!

Finally after months of work to get the parts assembled, Jewelry for the Fashion is launching the European Findings section of the Website. You will find the same top quality European parts and findings I use, as well as simply delicious candy-like Venetian beads!!!! Yummy! Enjoy FD

www.victoria-white-designs.com

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View entire thread: Alphabet bead conundrum

Posted by AdelaideNYC on 2004-09-07 15:30:41      Post Subject:

I believe Nina Designs has sterling beads that string vertically...though I haven't been to their site in over a year, but I know they used to have them once upon a time and they dont change their styles much. The site is... http://ninadesigns.com

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View entire thread: Bugle Beads and Bridal Veils

Posted by Veillady on 2007-11-06 20:14:00      Post Subject: Bugle Beads and Bridal Veils

Hi all - my first time
Does anyone have an easy, fast way to edge a bridal veil with 2mm bugle beads? The pattern uses 3 beads slanted on about a 30 degree angle sort of like this ////////////// three beads to each /. I need to do this as fast as possible yet be accurate so all the beads have a uniform slant and the edge of the veil is even.
Thanks



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View entire thread: Does anyone know how to make ribbon into a necklace??

Posted by Mimii on 2008-02-21 16:46:49      Post Subject:

okay! I see it now! Thanx, I thought it was just one piece... okay crimp beads and jump rings.... easy peasy.

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View entire thread: handmade glass beads~

Posted by swdesigns on 2006-04-23 17:10:19      Post Subject: handmade glass beads~

Hi all,
What an interesting site..just a quick note in case anyone is interested in lampwork...or flamework. Glass beads made over a flame. My site is
http://sweetwaterdesigns.ca
heres a photo of some of my latest beads:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v185/kenzee/SilkRibbon/flowerchldfront.jpg

~ :)

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View entire thread: handmade glass beads~

Posted by My World is Colourful on 2006-05-16 18:02:07      Post Subject:

Oh my god! Your beads are stunning!!! And thank you for de-mystifying the bead making process on your site. I certainly don´t think I could ever be skilled enough to do it, but it´s truly fascinating.

I love making jewellery and I hope one day, I can use beads as beautiful as yours.

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View entire thread: garter belt

Posted by designerella on 2007-06-22 01:28:40      Post Subject:

I think today on DIY Jewelry Making they made a fabric garter belt with beads. It had ruching, typical you know? So I think if you go to DIY.com and go to that show's page, you should find that.

What I want to make when I get married is knit one with garter stitch, beads, and sewn lace on the top and bottom (as seen on the thigh). I love things that are "literal." He he.

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View entire thread: Re-stringing a broken necklace?

Posted by les jours de pluie on 2005-09-17 11:41:53      Post Subject: Re-stringing a broken necklace?

This would be my first post at getcrafty, soo, 'ello all! :)
My mother just went through some old jewelry and gave me an old broken necklace to go nuts with. The beads are lovely, delicate and natural-looking, and will make a fantastic new necklace. My first impulse was to just re-string them, but then I thought I could do something a little more novel with them. At the moment, though, I'm totally dry of ideas.
The beads can be viewed here: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v202/mair777777/mahjewelry.jpg

Any thoughts?
Thanks for reading, much love. <3

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View entire thread: Beaded handbags

Posted by rmeb on 2005-01-25 11:45:29      Post Subject: Beaded handbags

Does anyone have any advice about making a beaded purse? I want to make one for my friend who is getting married, but am not sure how to go about it. I was thinking of trying knit something and either sew beads on it or actually thread the beads on the knitting yarn (does that make sense?) I've looked around for patterns but havent' been too successful. Any advice?

*r

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View entire thread: Does anyone know how to make ribbon into a necklace??

Posted by sarabell on 2008-02-20 21:21:12      Post Subject:

those are just crimp beads that you could get at any bead store. i'd suggest using a jump ring to connect it though, especially if your using a heavy(ish) ribbon. what's in the picture looks a little bulky going thru the hole in the clasp.

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View entire thread: Pointers for craft shows??

Posted by red.harbinger on 2007-09-27 14:15:46      Post Subject: Pointers for craft shows??

I might be searching under the wrong thing but I would like any tips you may have for handling craft shows. Or maybe you can point me to existing threads? :)

I have a friend who makes lovely beaded earrings and she's having trouble selling them. They are crystal beads with sterling charms and sterling findings and extremely well made. No junk here. She asks $15.00 a pair. She sold none at her first craft show, now she has a friend's yard sale coming up and she's going to try that.

It's been suggested that she display them on branches or something up high and also that she might attract people if she were making them on site. I suggested throwing in an incentive like a bracelet half-price with two pairs earrings or something like a bonus. I also suggested she have a mirror by the earrings so ladies could hold them up and see how nice they look.

I've only done two craft shows and results were dismal so we're both open to helpful ideas. Thank you. :)

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View entire thread: salt candle instead of sand candle?

Posted by lizzymahoney on 2004-11-26 12:45:23      Post Subject:

Salt would make an interesting candle, but the humidity would eventually cause the salt to weep and puddle. Then the wax casting would be left, with no salt on it, just the impression of the grains. I suppose you could prevent that by dipping it in polyurethane to preserve the salt, keeping it dry. I don't know what would happen with the poly, but I'd bet it wouldn't dissolve the salt before it sets up.

Glitter is more of a problem. It's too light weight. You could mix it with water for your base, make your candle's impression and then pour, but the glitter slurry will probably still be too soft and shifty. Plus some of the glitters might melt or fuse a bit. I suppose if they could be added to a hot poured candle, then they can coat a molded candle, too. Try experimenting with different wetting agents to keep the glitter together, like maybe adding a bit of dish washing liquid or glycerin would give it more body and keep it from shifting.

another possibility is aquarium gravel that you've sprayed gold or silver or with other glittery metallics. I'd probably still use wet sand for most of the box, but line my general impression of the candle shape with the pretty gravel. Deep enough though to allow the wax to penetrate. Maybe a two inch layer.

You can use anything for this kind of cast candle as long as the spaces between the grains are not that big. Rice, lentils, sawdust, coffeebeans, tiny shells, beads, small buttons. The key is to find something that will hold the impression long enough for you to pour the hot wax.

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View entire thread: Old Glitter: who made lampwork beads?

Posted by teagrrl on 2005-07-16 08:11:07      Post Subject: Old Glitter: who made lampwork beads?

A loooong time ago, there was a Glitter member who made awesome lampwork beads inspired by a van Gogh painting...but I can't remember her username or web site URL or anything. Does anyone remember who it was? (Are you still here by any chance?) I would love to see if she still makes those beads!

(I figured there are more oldbies here than on SN, hence the post)

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View entire thread: Horse hair bracelet/key chain help

Posted by janesaintclair on 2008-09-22 11:26:38      Post Subject: Horse hair bracelet/key chain help

Hi everyone--
I'm looking for some guidance for a friend. Any direction would be helpful.

Her hubby is an avid horseman, and last year they had to have his horse put to sleep.

Before they delivered him to the rainbow bridge, by friend cut off some of the hair from his tail, with the hopes of making something (someday) for her hubby. She wanted to wait until enough time had past that he was somewhat recovered from the loss.

So, she'd like to make a bracelet or key chain (or maybe even both or something else-- she's very open to suggestions) using the horse hair and maybe some masculine beads. It would be OK to include other materials as well.

She doesn't really have any experience with this, and she's prepared to practice, buy a book, etc. but she really wants to make something herself.

So I turn to my crafty friends to offer any suggestions, point me to links or recommend resources that I can relay to her.

All suggestions are welcome!

Thanks in advance... Jane.

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View entire thread: Getting Started: Jewelry Making

Posted by stella on 2007-05-07 01:48:39      Post Subject:

what kind of jewelry do you want to make? for beads, all you really need is nylon thread, beeswax, scissors, a lighter, beading needles, and beads. use the biggest thread that will fit through your beads, and stretch and wax it before you start. after you tie a knot at the end of your necklace or whatever, trim the thread ends to about 1/8" and melt them with the lighter. i make almost all of my jewelry with those tools, and maybe some leather needles and epoxy if i want to use leather.

for wire jewelry, you'll want a few kinds of pliers and a pair of wire cutters. i don't like the ones that are pliers and wire cutters, because one or the other part is always crappy. round-round, chain-nose, and wire cutters are a good start. ideally, you want pliers made in Germany, but if you're just starting out and don't want to spend a lot of money, cheap pliers (usually from Pakistan or China) work okayish. the pins that alate mentioned are called "head pins".

try picking up a basic beading magazine. they have lots of patterns and list the tools you'll need, and that makes it easier to get started. a lot of bead shops offer classes, too.

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View entire thread: 2 Questions...

Posted by stella on 2006-08-06 12:50:43      Post Subject:

i realized after i posted that and went to bed that i had Tigertail mixed up with foxtail, which is a fine chain for bead stringing. doh! thanks for correcting me.

i don't use beading wire because i have a pathological hatred of crimp beads.

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View entire thread: Beaded projects and instructions updated

Posted by beadangel on 2005-04-27 11:56:39      Post Subject: Beaded projects and instructions updated

Hi all,

Just did some update to my bead project page with some new projects under the category: adult projects and kid's art bead projects, also some basic beading instructions. http://www.beadjewelrymaking.com/bead_project.html

Also to announce some new photos I just added some new beaded creations (Beaded Pendants using beads, crystals and sequins) http://www.beadjewelrymaking.com/beaded_pendant.html page 1
http://www.beadjewelrymaking.com/beaded_pendants.html page 2.

Enjoy!

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View entire thread: Macrame/chain fence

Posted by Albert Einstein on 2006-03-12 14:00:37      Post Subject: Macrame/chain fence

Alright, I saw a pattern for a macrame diamond-like pillow cover thing somewhere, and wanted to use it for curtains. Basically, a bamboo rod at the top, one at the bottom, a piece of fabric at the back, and the diamond pattern in cord over the fabric. Basically it looks just like a fence:
http://www.haixing-wiremesh.com/wiremeshimages/Chain%20link%20fence/Chain-link-fence1.jpg
Anyone know how I can do this? Also, finding a way to get beads in there would rock too.

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View entire thread: My first Middle Eastern wedding!

Posted by CraftyChicaAZ on 2005-10-23 04:09:29      Post Subject: My first Middle Eastern wedding!

My son was in the wedding party of his best friend's uncle. They are from Syria and invited us to the party.

We had such a blast!!! Lots of hands in the air, hip shimmying dancing, and my favorite part, the family of the groom passed out these pretty scarves that they trimmed in beads and coins and dangling sequins. Each square scarf had 530 beads hand sewn on to it. And we had to gather at the entrance where the bride and groom would pass through to into the reception hall and we had to shake them and dance with them over our eyes and cheer on the happy couple.

It was so fun to have my kids experience it. And there were so many similarities to traditional Mexican weddings (the train-like dance, the aye-aye-aye yells, etc). I guess it is true when they say we are more alike than we are different...

Anyway, I had so much fun that I just had to share!!!

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View entire thread: Need opinions on selling jewelry kits

Posted by Catana on 2005-01-02 14:26:03      Post Subject: Need opinions on selling jewelry kits

I'm planning to open an eBay store for my crochet and other goodies, but I'd also like to sell something that doesn't take so much of my time and energy. I'm thinking about putting together little bags of color coordinated beads, along with stringing material and a few findings. No patterns, just the materials to spark someone's imagination.

Lots of people sell beads, but mostly you have to buy a lot of one kind. I wonder if my idea would encourage more bead buying.

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View entire thread: 2 Questions...

Posted by stella on 2006-08-06 02:15:22      Post Subject:

fimo is a type of polymer clay. other polymer clays are Sculpey and Premo. they are not totally interchangeable all of the time, but they can be used together.

tiger tail is NOT the same thing of memory wire! tiger tail is a very fine chain (fine enough to string beads on) and it is stiffer than thread, but it does not have a memory.

you can use memory wire to make bangles or chokers, depending on how big the circle it makes is.

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View entire thread: Wholesale Bead Stores in SF Bay Area??

Posted by kindarana on 2005-05-18 16:29:31      Post Subject:

Global Beads is big, lots of imports, but definitely not wholesale/cheap... though maybe they would do quantity discounts, I'm not sure. They're right down the main drag from the Caltrain station if transport is a concern...

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View entire thread: AD: Critique wanted of my new online boutique

Posted by baerbaer on 2006-09-30 08:29:02      Post Subject: AD: Critique wanted of my new online boutique

http://www.rubylane.com/shops/suzypoodle/ilist/,id=0.html

(Formerly Hip chic Vintage)

Suzy Poodle Boutique is my new Rubylane store with focus on my indie designed jewelry made from art clay silver, wire and beads. I also have a selection of vintage collectible handbags and lucite items. soon to be added, indie hand crafted handbags and felted scarves.
Any observations or critiques would be greatly appreciated, suggestions etc.

Thanks!

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View entire thread: weighted stuffing?

Posted by craftfetish on 2007-03-13 15:51:14      Post Subject:

stuffing pellets can be hard to find. they don't carry them at Jo-Ann any more, and they didn't have them at any of the other big craft stores i found. i needed weighted stuffing for a project a while ago, and i ended up using cheap plastic pony beads from the craft store. they didn't work very well, so i don't recommend them! it seems like there must be a place to get plastic pellets.

for a baby, it seems like something washable would be best since babies get drool, dirt, and food all over toys. buckwheat hulls are definitely not washable.

The pony beads sounded like a genius solution - I'm sorry they didn't work out.

Froogle didn't come up with any bricks and mortar pellet-carrying stores for me, but they are all over the internet. Having to pay shipping on sn item designed to be heavy isn't the greatest deal, but at least you can get 'em.

Create for Less carries them or I found a bunch of ebay auctions.

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View entire thread: Need idea for classy homemade tag for homemade ornament

Posted by Marcie on 2007-11-01 18:01:28      Post Subject:

I live in Dallas, and there are several places you can go to buy silver beads, chain, charms, etc etc. You could buy small silver charms and have them engraved with whatever you want.

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View entire thread: Got beads??

Posted by stella on 2005-06-07 13:32:13      Post Subject:

round-round pliers look like this head-on OO and are good for making jump rings. chain-nose pliers look more like (||) and are good for crimping beads and shaping wires.

i don't use crimp-beads. honestly, and i don't want to offend anyone, i think they're tacky looking and un-neccesary unless you're working with tiger-tail or memory wire, and i don't work with those things.

Bead & Button magazine is the most aesthetically pleasing of the bead magazines (to me) and it usually has some tutorials or simple projects.

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View entire thread: Got beads??

Posted by acebeader on 2005-06-09 12:14:38      Post Subject:

I also don't mean to offend anyone, but I love using crimp beads and the nylon coated beading wire (a step up from tigertail). I usually hide my crimp beads under a sterling bead that slides right over the top of it.

I subscribe to Bead and Button, and Bead Style (same publisher), which has great project ideas that are a little simpler. Bead Style has a small glossary or basic terms that comes in handy too.

One nice thing to have is a bead board, just experiment with different layouts, and it will ome back to you in no time!

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View entire thread: Got beads??

Posted by ti on 2005-06-07 09:03:34      Post Subject: Got beads??

Even though I am slammed with stuff to do, I recently decided to break out my beading supplies to make some simple necklaces, bracelets and earrings.

However, unlike riding a bike ... I FORGOT EVERYTHING ... can you help me? I only have one pair of pliers; they look like two round tubes that come together (sorry I wish I knew what they were called!!) and some beads. What do you think about crimping pliers, and crimping tubes?

I have some vintage faceted garnets that I want to make into a graduated, three string-type knotted necklace. It seems so hard and the beading store near me is a bit pricey and uppity. I also have a variety of other beads – small tiger’s eye, chunky turq. and a bit more …

Any suggestions online for tutes, supplies or general info?? Or magazines?? Or books???

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View entire thread: 2 Questions...

Posted by Craftasaurus Rex on 2006-08-06 08:30:00      Post Subject:

tigertail is actually a brand of beading wire, like SoftFlex, Soft Touch, Beadalon, Acculon, C-Flex, etc. Beading wire is made up of numerous smaller threads of steel, which are coiled together (like a rope) and normally coated in nylon. Make sure the wire has a high thread count (49 is the highest), because the more number of threads, the more flexible the wire = nicer drape, less brittle. Although for some projects the low thread counts work well (certain types of bead weaving with beading wire for example).

Personally, my favorite brand of beading wire is C-Flex. The nylon coating on the outside of the wire is really thin, which means the wire is really really flexible. It's not widely available, but you can get it from Caravan beads in Portland Maine. They also have a website: www.caravanbeads.com

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View entire thread: Advice on making foreign coin necklace

Posted by acebeader on 2004-11-02 15:41:25      Post Subject:

I have made one using coins just on regular seed beads, and twisting the wire/cord through them to hang. I thought this looked nice, because the seed beads didn't take away form the coins.

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View entire thread: Getting Started: Jewelry Making

Posted by alate on 2007-05-07 00:10:19      Post Subject:

Michaels, AC Moore, and Ragshop used to--and probably still do--sell kits for making earrings and necklaces that had everything you needed except the pliers and wire cutters. I bought two kits, because even though I don't like to feel restricted, I find that having a set of instructions to follow, in the very beginning, helps me get into a new craft.
Anyway, I haven't made that much, but what I think one needs to start is wire cutters, some type of pliers (you can get sets at craft stores of pliers, one of which will have a wire cutter part of it--hard to explain but it's a set of pliers and wire cutters in one), wire, pins (I forget what they're called, but they have a little thing at the end so you can put beads on them), and hooks or whatever you want to use as earring backs. To make necklaces, craft stores also sell the clasps you can use. Also useful, if you are going to make earrings, are little metal things (I have no idea what they're called) with holes at the bottom to attach your beaded pins or rings or something, to make chandelier earrings. Sorry this is vague and I didn't know the actual name of things. I tried to think of what I wanted to know when I was trying to make jewelry a few months ago. It seemed to me that there was no good set of basic directions, just pattern ideas that were more about some nice quality expensive beads being used than about any kind of skill.
Good luck! Hope this helped! I plan to re-start this hobby and get better at it this summer.

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View entire thread: corn starch resin? any homemade clays?

Posted by erin dennis on 2008-04-05 20:15:39      Post Subject: corn starch resin? any homemade clays?

has anyone seen the corn starch resin beads at EverybodyGreen.com? They are calling them eco-friendly and selling them as part of a No Plastic campaign. I'm searching all over to find out where i can get the material they are made of ..or a recipe to make it. Any one have any ideas??

...and btw, if they are made of cornstarch flour and a polymer resin, is that really plastic-free? i guess i'll buy a set to see what they really feel like. i dont really love the feel of PMC and hoping this is an alternative...and if i can make my own, woohoo!

I'd be interested in hearing ANY homemade clay recipe ideas for bead making...

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View entire thread: decorative bowls

Posted by stella on 2007-06-24 22:27:00      Post Subject:

the fumes from heated plastics are not good for anyone. depending on the type of plastic, the beads could be flammable at certain temperatures and they could emit very dangerous volatile compounds. the fires from ignited polymers are very dangerous and difficult to put out.

i would guess that the beads are polystyrene, and if you overheated it, it could produce benzene, which is a known human carcinogen. a worse risk is a burn from the molten polymer, which adheres to your skin and causes very bad burns.

the bowls are totally awesome, but i would definitely not be melting down those kinds of plastics in my home.

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View entire thread: My first attempt at spinning and felting

Posted by Morgan on 2005-01-25 10:32:50      Post Subject:

That purse is so cute! I don't really understand how to felt stuff in shapes. I've only done bracelets & beads. Do you have to get a block the shape that you want? Did you do it with wet felting or needles? I also want to learn to spin! Great job, your stuff looks fab!

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View entire thread: beeswax/natural resin as well, resin? anyone?

Posted by the-kitschen on 2006-01-19 09:38:06      Post Subject:

As delgc said, these natural materials are too opaque to encase something in.

However, you can buy myrrh beads! When they're worn, the warmth of the skin releases the fragrance. Really nice!

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View entire thread: Spider Web Earrings Tutorial

Posted by karenmc on 2007-10-18 13:45:42      Post Subject: Spider Web Earrings Tutorial

Hi Everyone,

I''m new to the forums and thought I''d begin by sharing with you a new craft I made this month. These are little spider web earrings, they are made using a wine charm ring (found in crafts stores by the jewelry section). The rings are threaded with seed beads, and the web is created using black embroidery floss. The little spider that dangles is made from two tiny pom poms and the legs are made out of staples. A complete tutorial can be found at: http://www.crafts-for-all-seasons.com/spider-web-earrings.html

http://www.crafts-for-all-seasons.com/image-files/81.finished.large.jpg

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View entire thread: Looking for a Pattern

Posted by ForeverCharmed on 2007-09-14 12:33:30      Post Subject: Looking for a Pattern

Hello I m new here but Im on the hunt for a pattern or would like to know if someone has ever heard of this before . My mother in law told me that she once crocheted and dog collar and leash with beads and Im wanting to find a pattern for this cause she no longer has her pattern and Im curious to try it

Thank you
Charmed

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View entire thread: New Lampworkbeads I made

Posted by EllessonBeads on 2006-08-23 11:57:27      Post Subject: New Lampworkbeads I made

this Beads I made the last Days. You see more on my Website

http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5602_1%20copy.jpg

http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5621_1%20copy.jpg

http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5633_1%20copy.jpg

http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5630_1%20copy.jpg

http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5635_1%20copy.jpg

http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5639_1%20copy.jpg

http://ellessonbeads.elleson.flinkux.de/images/Beads/100_5642_1%20copy.jpg

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View entire thread: I need some advice!

Posted by Daibe on 2007-04-27 13:45:35      Post Subject: I need some advice!

Hi all!

I recently posted the news that because of the high fees in ebay, I decided to open up a store on etsy instead.

http://DaibeBeads.etsy.com

Now that I've set up eveything on etsy and is about to close up the ebay store, all of a sudden I'm getting a lot of orders from Ebay. My question is how useful it is to keep the ebay store (my store on ebay is http://www.stores.ebay.com/daibe-beads) I was planning to still put items up on sell on ebay, but at this point should i bother keeping the store now that I have etsy?

Thanks in advance!
Daibe Beads

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View entire thread: x-posted to glitter--pewter letter beads! Ack!

Posted by Katrin on 2005-07-10 14:00:07      Post Subject:

I've gotten silver-colored plastic ones at Michaels for about $3.99 a bag (I think there are about 100 beads in the bag). I second the recommendation for those if you don't absolutely need pewter beads.

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View entire thread: x-posted to glitter--pewter letter beads! Ack!

Posted by Sheena on 2005-07-10 10:50:56      Post Subject: x-posted to glitter--pewter letter beads! Ack!

Hi :)
I'm looking for the pewter alphabet beads, but i need a LOT of them. I'm going to be making keychains for my church, and i can find packages of four. But i'll need 30-60 of each letter, so that will get expensive!

Does anyone know where i would be able to find pewter letter beads, 4mm, and find a lot of them at a time?

Thanks!

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View entire thread: Black Jewellery findings

Posted by kuju on 2005-08-17 10:43:51      Post Subject: Black Jewellery findings

Hi All,

I've got some lovely turquoise beads I found in turkey and I've found some other beads to complement them but I'd really like to use black jewellery findings (eye pins, chains etc) instead of sterling or gold to put the necklace together. Ideally, I want the metal to be good quality as well. Can anyone tell me what I should be looking for? Is black plated my only option? Dosen't have to be fully black, even that dirty black silver look? Hehe...sorry don't know the name! I'm pretty sure my old bead store in Australia stocked what I needed but I now live in London and I can't see to find what I'm looking for! (Always the way). I've checked a few beads stores here with no results! Anyone have any ideas where I could get them in the UK or even online?

Thanks!
Nat

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View entire thread: Do you have any preferences(producer,price,assortment,stuff.

Posted by Astrid on 2008-08-11 17:51:32      Post Subject:

If you have read my blog (it's in my sig) you already know that I have a great dislike for shopping for new things. The waste of other people has been my best supplier of yarns and fabric for a number of years now, but I've also found paints, glue, wood filler, tape, tools, sewing thread, packaging materials, display materials and buttons, zippers, metal rings, stuffing fibres, elastic band etc. from old clothing, toys and bags and such. Sometimes even beads and broken jewelry to reconstruct or reuse parts from. Not to mention the complete furniture.
I have shopped on line for jewelry supplies in the past and I will do so again for brooch pins and such. For special one time buys (a crochet hook, special buttons like jeans buttons or something I just browse until I find the best deal). I do have one favourite jewelry supplier because their prices are the best deal I found so far and the assortment is great (Sayila, based in Holland but they sell world wide now), but these days I even check Etsy before, because sometimes Etsians selling off leftovers even provide better deals, or with so many sellers I even find what my regular dealer doesn't have! For example I wanted either non allergic or silver plated ear wires, my supplier had only the non nickle free stuff, I found silver plated ones on Etsy for next to nothing. And the fact that I am buying someones leftovers makes me feel more comfortable about it too. At least from the prices I've seen so far I took it they didn't buy the stuff wholesale somewhere to resell through Etsy. For that reason I avoid Ebay if I can. It's too commercial for me.

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View entire thread: Crafty Stores in NYC

Posted by danielepea on 2004-09-11 18:41:09      Post Subject:

There is a great bead store on 6th ave in the Garment District. It's around 36th or 37th I think? It's called NY Beads.

And if you are looking for fabric, I suggest checking out the fabric stores on 41st or 40th St between 7th and 8th Aves (in the vicinity of Port Authority). Some of them are quite overwhelming.

There is also a place near Union Square (can't remember the address) called Beads of Paradise that has cool stuff.

Have fun!

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View entire thread: free time at college-need project ideas

Posted by craftfetish on 2006-09-29 15:23:52      Post Subject:

For holiday favors, you could make decorative candle wraps. Buy cheapo votive cups and tea lights at the craft store. You can decorate them however you want.

I have used a decorative holiday hole punch through some vellum secured with wire before.

You could also decoupage. Or I've seen some cool things with beads and wire knitting.

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