Hello. I would like to make some paddle headpins out of sterling silver wire. I have beads that have a 2 mm hole in them. I was wondering what gauge of wire to use to make paddle headpins to fit the bead (I do not want to use any type of bead or bead cap with these beads...just the wire.) Would 18 ga...

Here is one of my newest creations!! I am so proud of it, it is made with all sterling silver beads and findings. I accented it with natural Malachite and Red Tiger Eye semiprecious stones and added some swarovski crystals for sparkle!! Thank you for looking!! Kim Check out some of my jewelry kits at...

Hello there , My name is Sara and i been doing bead design for as many years. And decided to sale my creations. Please check me at out. http://www.etsy.com/shop/CrystalPearlsNthings http://twitter.com/CrystalPearlz http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Crystalpearlsnthings/258810086230?ref=ts

Hello, My husband and I are Canadian. We have been living and travelling in Chinas for almost five years. We love to go to local markets when we travel. I love the smells, the energy, and the excitement of everyone rushing around selling their amazing goods. After being in Asia for as few months we both...

Lots of sterling charms and Swarovski crystals on this loaded charm bracelet, featuring some Bali-capped Pearls on a hefty rolo-style chain and finished with a large toggle clasp.

Hello, I'm on a mission to find these sterling tags: I did find some a artbeads.com. However, I was wondering if there were any other places I could find them. I searched the usual metal tag websites, but I can't find circular ones. I think 50 cents a piece is a little much to pay per tag because...

Would these work? https://designerbeads.com/gallery/product_info.php?products_id=1877 Laurie

Can someone tell me what color crystal was used in this pattern? I think the one on the top of the article uses purple velvet and tanzanite - but what about the crystal shown on page 55? Another view of this crystal is in the table of contents. This color looks great with the silver chain. Is it emerald...

Hi Joanne, Its true that silver plated findings differ in quality and prices. One needs to be careful while choosing a supplier. Like Russ mentioned, it is best to first try out the stuff yourself over a period of time to test its true quality, especially if buying from an unknown supplier. This forum...

Hi! That's the tag line to my shop, Una Tia Especial. http://www.unatiaespecial.etsy.com My favorite materials to work with are Swarovski crystals, sterling silver and lampwork beads. I love learning new jewelry techniques. I'm always looking for constructive feedback! - Elaine