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  • Re: Where to find free tutorials?

    This is a little self-promoting, sorry, but I thought this was relevant. I've started some free chain maille and basic technique videos tutorials at http://www.youtube.com/elenaadamsdesigns I'll have another one up by tomorrow, and hopefully something new every few weeks. You can either subscribe...
    Posted to Help! How do you...? (Forum) by Elena Adams on 03-08-2010
  • Where to Find Free Tutorials

    I wanted to start a thread for all of us that want to know where to find free but good jewelry making tutorials. To start, I want to share this great site with tons of free tutorials: www.jewelry-making-resource.com If you have any other sites, let's share it here - but please let's keep this...
  • Re: Newbie -- need stringing materials help

    Merry Mac, Monofilament is widely used for basic beading, but your piece might not last long. This type of thread could break easily and knoting without using glue is a "no-no". Using cripms could also break the thread when crimping. You could also use Fireline to do this type of beading, but...
  • Re: Torsade necklace

    This is how I was taught to make a torsade: The first thing you need to know is that you need to use an odd number of strands to be able to use the torsade technique. Make these strands 1 inch longer than the desired length of the necklace because the twist will take up at least an inch. If you are using...
  • New Bead Store in British Columbia!

    Hi Everyone, just wanted to mention that I've opened a new bead store in Maple Ridge, British Columbia. We are a full service store with many things you might not be able to find anywhere else. If you live in the lower mainland please drop by and say hi! Kellie's Bead Boutique 101-22714 Dewdney...
    Posted to Meet the Community (Forum) by kelliesbeadboutique on 01-06-2010
  • You’ve got questions – I’ll try to answer….

    Hi everyone, I’ve been receiving some very nice comments in regard to my blog, "Part Two – Color Choices." I thought I would share them with you along with my part of the dialog! Here’s a question from Lady Elbinine: "So I’ve got to say, it is good to know that I am not the only one who...
    Posted to Maggies Musings (Weblog) by maggieroschyk on 12-17-2009
  • Re: Looking For

    hello, Keep us in mind, We carry different widths and gauges, 6mm, 15mm 20mm and now 85mm, 85mm comes in a heavy gauge - great for long gloves and cuffs click here for more info kind regards Robyn Dymond Beads on Kelly Street
  • What to do when you hit a wall - creatively speaking

    How do you avoid beader’s burnout? I like to read forums about beading. They help me stay connected with other beaders and hear the latest news in the bead world. From time to time, I read a post by a person who is selling an entire bead stash. Other times, people write to say that after experiencing...
    Posted to Maggies Musings (Weblog) by maggieroschyk on 11-18-2009
  • Part 2: Color Choices

    In my last blog, I talked about designing the necklace "Tidepools Reflecting Prometheus," which I made for the 2009 Convergence competition held by Bead&Button and the International Society of Glass Beadmakers. The instructions for the necklace are in the new special issue Jewelry Designs...
    Posted to Maggies Musings (Weblog) by maggieroschyk on 10-25-2009
  • Design a necklace that makes a statement Part 2: Color Choices

    In my last blog, I talked about designing the necklace "Tidepools Reflecting Prometheus," which I made for the 2009 Convergence competition held by Bead&Button and the International Society of Glass Beadmakers. The instructions for the necklace are in the new special issue Jewelry Designs...
    Posted to Maggies Musings (Weblog) by maggieroschyk on 10-25-2009
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