Beaded Jewelry Weblog

AbeadStore.com - Handmade Beaded Jewelry Stores

2012-01-17T05:47:00.000-08:00

Our first store, abeadstore.com, was launched in 2000 and has been operated by Beaded Impressions, Inc. since 2002. Currently, we operate 4 online stores selling beads & jewelry supplies to retail and wholesale customers. We are located in Boulder, Colorado.

In 2005, we acquired a 20 year old catalog vendor, JewelryPlus, and launched a new wholesale store selling gemstone components at JewelryPlus.net. A year later, we launched PearlBeadsale.com to market high quality freshwater pearls at wholesale prices. We also operate DailyBeadSale.com to promote the weekly specials at all of our stores.

Our newest store, ChoiceJewelrySupplies.com was launched in February of 2009 to market metal jewelry components to jewelry designers. All our stores are an online (only!) store. This means that all products and web site navigation have been optimized for viewing and purchasing on the internet. We use automated inventory to help ensure that everything you order is really in stock.

When new stock comes in that doesn't look like the previous batch, we try to take a new picture so that you know what you are getting. Obviously, items such as pearl beads will always vary, but we do our best to make your buying experience a predictable one.

We don't operate a physical store. This allows us to offer deeply discounted pricing—we don't pay for rent of an expensive store front. We also don't have to hire employees to staff a physical store. We share resources with our other on-line stores.

Our secure shopping cart ensures that your personal data is protected as you place your orders. We guarantee you that we do not sell, trade or exchange customer lists or e-mail addresses with anyone! See our complete Privacy Policy for details.

Official website abeadstore.com

Beads Crystal Beads & Components at BeadAholique.com

2012-01-08T12:43:00.000-08:00

Beadaholique is an online jewelry beading supply seller located in Los Angeles. We have enjoyed serving beginners, craftspeople and professional jewelers since 1999.

We pride ourselves on our quality, low prices and friendly customer service! If you need information about our products, have a project you'd like have us post in our customer gallery, or just want to say say "hi!", we'd love to hear from you.

Official website beadaholique.com

Handmade Jewelry and Seed Bead Jewelry at Etsy.com

2011-12-23T02:04:00.000-08:00

Etsy is the world’s handmade marketplace. "Our mission is to empower people to change the way the global economy works. We see a world in which very-very small businesses have much-much more sway in shaping the economy, local living economies are thriving everywhere, and people value authorship and provenance as much as price and convenience.

We are bringing heart to commerce and making the world more fair, more sustainable, and more fun".

Handmade jewelry and seed bead jewelry. Here you will find vintage inspired jewelry, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and seed bead Jewelry.

Gemstones, glass beads, crystal, freshwater pearls and silver are my paints. Colors, shapes, and textures are combined to make each piece of jewelry a unique piece of wearable art.

Official website www.etsy.com

Handmade Gemstone Jewellery by TiffanyPeay.com

2011-12-19T13:14:00.000-08:00

Tiffany Peay's stunningly simple handmade gemstone necklaces may be worn singly or in layers for a more dramatic effect creating rich and lively depths of kinetic color.

We invite you to visit the new Design & Repair Studio located at Tiffany Peay Jewelry in Tiverton Four Corners. Peter Tirpaeck of The Studio By The Sea in Little Compton, RI has joined the team at Tiffany Peay Jewelry to provide a brand new range of restoration & refashioning services.

We are now able to mend & repurpose broken, outdated jewelry items right in our studio location at 3851 Main Road. We work in all the Karat Golds, Platinum, Silver and even vintage costume. Estate items can be restored or reworked to be gifted to the next generation or enjoyed in a renewed state.

Our mission is to preserve what is precious to our customers in an exciting, inventive way. The Design & Repair Studio is a place for customers to convert an item and participate in creating one-of-a-kind heirlooms.

This emphasis on reuse will provide sensible alternatives to those who feel their only option is to “scrap” an item. In many instances, the sentimental value of an item is more precious than what scrapping companies offer.

The possibilities are limitless! Whether you are in need of a new wedding band, engagement or colored stone remount, custom charm or chain we can promise a result that will be cherished for many years to come.

Official website tiffanypeay.com

Beaded Jewelry Collections by Southpawonline.com

2011-12-15T16:29:00.000-08:00

Growing up in a home with both artistic and creative parents, it was a given that it was in my blood to become an artist. I have dabbled in everything from ceramics, batiking and silk dying, to watercolor, sewing and photography, but it was jewelry design where I found a good niche.

Thanks to an exceptionally encouraging husband and loving family I was able to quit my day job and focus my attention 100% to playing with beautiful beads and creating jewelry ALL DAY LONG!

It was a dream come true - and still is. Now I have been in the jewelry business almost 10 years and counting. My collections have grown to include custom bridal sets, beaded bookmarks, one of a kind pieces and a new catalog. I am continuously evolving and stay up to date on the trends and new ideas in the industry.

I studied through the Toledo Museum of Art to perfect my use of the torch and workings with metal. I try to make a conscious effort to think outside the box with every piece, to set myself apart from the pack and keep my customers curious.

Official website southpawonline.com

Handmade Beaded Jewelry - Good Gift for the Holiday by BeadingDesignJewelry.com

2011-12-12T12:56:00.000-08:00

This home based jewelry business and design guide is your resource for creative inspiration and innovation. Here you will find cutting edge techniques and ideas to excel your bead jewelry designs and marketing skills.

And for quick ideas and tips of home jewelry business and design advice, news, and updates, you will want to make regular visits to our popular Jewelry Business & Design Blog

This site is full of ideas and resources to expand not only your jewelry marketing skills but also help to develop your jewelry designing skills. Join in some of our discussion forums; ask questions, answer questions, share tips and stories. The idea here is to help and be helped. Home Based Jewelry business.

The biggest challenge for any jewelry designer is finding inspiration for new designs. Throughout this site you will find hundreds of ideas and tips to inspire you to design and create new jewelry pieces and how to add a creative flair to your designs that will give you an edge in the market place.

Official website beading-design-jewelry.com

Beaded Jewelry by MonellaGems.com

2011-12-08T03:17:00.000-08:00

We are confident to announce that MonellaGems.com is your reliable qualified gems supplier. What we are always pursuing is your overall satisfaction with our fine product as well as excellent service.

We value our customers and treasure the reputation which we gain from you. Other than providing completely suited, excellent and delightful products, we will continue devoting ourselves for improving the online shopping experience.

Here you can select and buy Wholesale jewelry, gemstone jewelry, shell jewelry, fashion jewelry….made by different materials and many style.

Official website monellagems.com

Beaded Jewelry for Christmas by Brenda Pokorny

2011-11-30T11:20:00.000-08:00

These one of a kind ornaments range in length from 2 3/4" to 6 1/2". They are made from vintage and new beads, ornaments and jewelry components in a variety of materials including: glass, wood, bakelite, lucite, acrylic, plastic, resin, gold and silver-filled zinc, and sterling silver.

Each of my handmade Christmas tree ornaments is one of a kind. I use an assortment of vintage and new jewelry, vintage and new glass ornaments, glass, wood, bakelite, enamel, resin, metal and acrylic beads, enamel and silver tone charms, silver filigree and gold vermeil spacer beads and beadcaps. My ornaments range between 2 3/4" and 7" long.

Handmade jewelry always makes a perfect gift. Browse through my collection of unique pieces here. Everything is one of a kind.

Official website brendapokorny.com

Fashion Beaded Jewelry Necklaces at Hind International

2011-11-20T06:08:00.000-08:00

Hind International, one of the most prominent, innovative, and discerning manufacturers and exporters of the Fashion Jewelry items of India. Our a wide range of Fashion Jewelry products adorn glamorously and impressively men and women of all ages, outlooks, aesthetic, and sybaritic senses, and both the rich and poor, residing in various parts of the world.

Our exclusive indan traditional jewelry items are extensively renowned for premium quality metals & materials, enthralling designs, celestial finishes, and fashionable to magnificent styles. The well-established quality infrastructure of Hind International offers reliable material quality, lavish & sleek finishes, latest technological refinements, mellow designing expertise, and rather prompt & punctual deliveries to anywhere in the whole world.

Artisans of rich & varied expertise and experience, manufacture very sedulously and scrupulously our every item of fashion jewelry to serve both the traditional and modern fashion-trends impeccably, and are competent enough to cater to the diverse specifications of modern fashionable world elegantly and gratifyingly.

Unravel a range of exquisitely handcrafted and designer fashion glass beads necklaces with earrings jewelry, fashion jewelry items such as necklaces, bracelets, earrings, finger rings, belts etc made from beads, shells and crystals.

We have very attractive designs in Glass Beads, Metal (Brass, Aluminium etc), Bone, Horn Resin, Wood, Leather, Conch Shell, Jute, Cotton, Silk etc. These are available in both contemporary and traditional designs.Get set to sport them and make heads turn at all socials dos.

Our Handamde Glass Beads necklace with Earrings have very beautiful Glass Beads in various shapes, sizes & colours along with other material in Brass & Metal. These come in Silver & Brass Finish in Bright as well as in Antique Finish.

Official website fashionjewelryexporters.net

Handmade Beaded Jewelry by HoustonCrafts.Com

2011-11-15T06:14:00.000-08:00

Houston Crafts is home to fashionable beaded jewelry that is skillfully crafted and handmade. All of our handmade jewelry designs are carefully beaded with intricate detail and quality, allowing each piece to accentuate a woman's individuality and style.

You will find a large selection of reasonably priced handcrafted jewelry, whether you desire an elegant pearl necklace for a wedding, a dazzling Swarovski crystal choker for a prom, beaded earrings to brighten up your day, healing gemstone bracelets for birthdays, or eye-catching turquoise jewelry.

We take great care and pride to ensure that all of our beaded jewelry designs are of the highest quality, craftsmanship, and originality and aspire for all these handmade jewelry pieces to bring you years of enjoyment, all at a great value.

Houston Crafts is an artisan mother and daughter jewelry design team, whom are passionate about authentic handmade jewelry, and are dedicated to providing outstanding customer service.

We hope you enjoy our handmade jewelry designs as much as we enjoy making them, as our passion for designing is evident in each handcrafted piece. We welcome all requests for custom made beaded jewelry.

In efforts to maintain the originality of our custom made jewelry, we do not display our custom jewelry designs pieces on our website. This helps to ensure that your custom pieces will stay unique and rare.

Official website houstoncrafts.com

Beaded Jewelry for Childrens at IttyBeadyCreations.Com

2011-11-08T13:39:00.000-08:00

Itty Beady Creations is a mom owned and operated business specializing in handcrafted, personalized children's bracelets using the highest quality, lead-free materials.

Itty Beady Creations offers several bracelet styles that allow you to personalize with a name and birthstones to make it a truly personal keepsake or gift for birthdays, holidays, baby showers, flower girls, christenings and first communions.

Please take a look around my website and feel free to contact me if you don’t see what you’re looking for… I am always happy to customize orders!

"Hello, my name is Lisa Reynolds. My only complaint about my online business it that I don’t have the opportunity to meet my customers face to face. I created this page to let you know that there is a real live human on the other end of the wire that truly appreciates you all!

Many people have been curious as to how I started Itty Beady Creations. Well… when my first daughter was just a baby I searched and searched for the perfect bracelet for her with no success. Then I thought – What would be more perfect than making one especially for her? After making her first bracelet I was completely hooked on my new found craft. Not only did she have one perfect bracelet, she had several! Friends and family would ask me to make bracelets for their little ones and strangers on the street would compliment my daughter’s bracelets and asking where to purchase them.

I started Itty Beady Creations in early 2004, selling Beaded Jewelry online. With a tremendous amount of help from my husband, we created the website and I now work from my home office located in McKinney Texas, just north of Dallas.

I’ve always enjoyed many types of crafts and working with my hands, so making Beaded Jewelry perfectly suits me and I really have fun with it. In 2005 we launched Strands of the Heart which is dedicated to bracelets for Mother's and Grandmothers. Our most recent launch, in 2009, was Bubble Gems! Bubble Gems are fun personalized necklaces and other accessories for Little Girls, Teens and in be-Tweens!"

Official website ittybeadycreations.com

FireMountainGems.Com - Beaded Jewelry Gift

2011-11-06T16:29:00.000-08:00

Economy jewelry assortments and gifts, priced for impulse buys and quick counter sales. Gear up for holiday bazaars, stock up for flea markets and county fairs, stack your register displays – or use for party favors.

Since 1973, we've had the opportunity to be a part of your jewelry-making experiences and cherish the relationships we've built with designer-artists, suppliers and employees. Discover what Fire Mountain Gems and Beads is all about... view recent press releases, see what we are up to in our local community, and read a collection of our favorite customer letters. You will also find current employment opportunities to join our growing family.

What we treasure most about our work is meeting you. We have met so many of you over the years - at tradeshows, events and many of you have stopped through on your travels to tour our home here at Fire Mountain Gems and Beads. We are proud to feature your jewelry designs in our Gallery of Designs and thank you for sharing your stories and making us laugh and smile over the years.

Official website firemountaingems.com

DavidYurman.Com - Beaded Bracelets for Men

2011-11-03T10:29:00.000-07:00

David Yurman was born with the design of a signature cable bracelet in sterling silver and gold adorned with colorful gemstones. That design became an instant icon and continues as a cornerstone of the brand today.

As the offerings continue to expand to include high jewelry collections, men’s jewelry, luxury timepieces, fragrance and eyewear.

From the Spiritual Bead Collection. Sterling silver bracelet with black onyx beads. 6mm beads. 8 1/2"L.

Official website davidyurman.com

JadesBeadedJewelry.Com - Handmade Beaded Bracelets

2011-11-01T08:52:00.000-07:00

Jades Creations designs and handcrafts custom beaded jewelry for any occasion. From casual to dress up, Jades Creations has the perfect beaded jewelry piece for you! "We create a wide variety of handcrafted beaded jewelry designs in beaded anklets, bracelets, birthstone jewelry, earrings, necklaces, jewelry sets, lampwork jewelry, gemstone jewelry, bridal and custom jewelry and even children's jewelry.

Be on the look-out for our new and exciting "Fit for a Queen" Designer Beaded Jewelry Collection and our Jades Creations Exclusive Signature Jewelry Collection which will be coming soon.

Jades Creations handcrafts unique beaded jewelry you won't find anywhere else! A variety of fun to fancy jewelry handmade in the USA by designer Judy Lynn. Each jewelry design is one of a kind and nothing is mass produced.

We invite you to browse our collection of handcrafted beaded jewelry designs made with beautiful emstones, amazing freshwater pearls, stunning Swarovski crystals, unique glass beads, one of a kind lampwork beads and sterling silver.

Official website jadesbeadedjewelry.com

ArtBeads.Com - Beaded Earrings Crystals

2011-10-29T05:25:00.000-07:00

Create dazzling jewelry with swarovski elements. Since the early 20th century, Swarovski crystal beads have played a key role in designer jewelry and accessories based on complex yet flawless faceting that refracts light and sparkles like no other crystal on the market.

In fact, many jewelry makers will only use Austrian crystal beads, pearls and components in their designs. As one of the largest Swarovski bead retailers in the country, Artbeads is always one of the first to present the newest styles known as innovations.

At our Resources for swarovski elements page, you will find free jewelry-making ideas using Swarovski beads, official Swarovski design guides, and additional Swarovski information that will both inspire and be an ongoing resource page that has already been broadly bookmarked by the community.

We offer earring components in a wide array of metals including sterling silver, gold-filled, pewter and vermeil so you can find the perfect luster to match any theme or color palette.

Whether you are creating elaborate chandeliers, simple post earrings or anything in between, we offer the components you need to provide your beautiful earring designs with equally beautiful platforms. For inspiring earring ideas check out our Learning Center. Please note that earrings are sold individually and not by the pair.

Official website artbeads.com

BeadedGifts.Net - Original Handcrafted Jewelry

2011-10-23T07:41:00.000-07:00

Elegant handcrafted beaded gifts created by published designer Stephanie A White. Handmade beaded bookmarks, car jewls, fan pulls, key chains, purse charms, and wine charm accessories. Established beaded jewelry and gift internet business since the year 2000. All beaded jewelry and beaded gifts are made in the USA, and most of the handmade gifts are one of a kind and not mass produced.

Stephanie’s goal is to provide quality handcrafted jewelry and beaded creations for discriminating buyers – those who appreciate unusual beaded jewelry that won’t be found in malls. She starts by holding a unique pendant or amazing beads in her creative hands – allowing their attributes to ultimately determine the design to come.

While her business has grown enormously in the past few years, Stephanie always maintains personal relationships with her customers – assuring they are happy with their purchases and service. In turn, her customers are very loyal, returning frequently to discover new treasures for themselves and others that will give pleasure for years ahead.

Official website www.beadedgifts.net

CindyBurkeOriginals on Etsy.Com - Fashion Jewelry Handmade Beaded Necklaces

2011-10-11T03:16:00.000-07:00

"I started designing jewelry in highschool when my mom showed me how to make beaded jewelry and it became something fun for us to do together." - Cindy Burke.

Handmade gemstone jewelry for the office or for special occasions. Original, one-of-a-kind pieces sold with exceptional customer service!

The site presents beautiful beaded jewelry and featured items from Cindy Burke originals

Earrings 8 to 12 Dollars
Gemstone Earrings
Gemstone Necklaces
Anklets
Bracelets
Clemson Jewelry
Art Glass, Pearl, Shell

Handmade Beaded Jewelry - Assembling the Right Supplies

2011-08-28T02:29:00.000-07:00

To get started with the process for crafting your own handmade beaded jewelry at home, you will need to get some basic supplies. The process can be as difficult or simplified as you choose to make, it really, with the most basic beaded jewelry being composed of large beads on a string. That is something that is simple enough that it could be used for children’s craft projects. However, in many cases, as you become more comfortable with the art of jewelry making, or wish to branch out to more complex designs, you might need to use a few tools to help you get the job done.

If you are stringing your beads on a wire rather than a string, this offers a number of stylistic advantages. You can shape the necklace or earrings in a more complex way, to give a more defined look and feel to the finished piece. When using wire as part of your medium for handmade beaded jewelry, it’s helpful to have a good pair of wire cutters at your disposal. With the right tool, you’ll be able to snip off the tiniest pieces of wire, for the ultimate level of precision. These same tools can also be used to bend the wire rather than cutting it.

Several different types of pliers are also helpful when making handmade beaded jewelry. Round nose pliers can help you to form loops, while chain nose pliers are used to bend the wire base of the jewelry. When you go into a bead or jewelry making supply shop, be sure to ask about the difference between these different types of pliers, because having the right tool for the job will make it infinitely easier to accomplish what you set out to do.

Finally, the most fun type of supply that you will need for your handmade beaded jewelry is the type of bead. The beads themselves are available from any bead shop in person or online in a vast array of different shapes, sizes, colors, and materials. It can be helpful to have some pattern in mind first before you make your purchase, although you may derive inspiration from what you see in the shop when you are. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different color combinations, or mix and match different sizes of beads for a multifaceted final product. Taking risks is part of the thrill of making your own jewelry at home.

BeadedJewelryStudio.eu - Fashion Beaded Jewelry in Europe

2011-08-14T09:46:00.000-07:00

Beaded Jewelry Studio - Exclusive your style in jewelry.

"We sell materials for jewelery and we make jewelery from high quality beads, gemstones and crystals. All our hand-made jewlery are from experienced designers. We use special materials for long-life of jewelery. We can make jewelery as You wish (also we can do it with your materials)."

Here you can buy: Accessories, Adornment, Beading Lessons, Books, Findings, Gemstone,Beads, Glass Beads, Handcrafted Beads, Metal Beads, Ornella Seed Beads, Polymer Clay, Shipping,Stringing material and thread, SWAROVSKI elements, Synthetic Beads, Textile Findings, TOHO seedbeads.

On this site you can find a lot of original jewelery designs, which help to create one and only you image.

Official website www.beadedjewelrystudio.eu

Native American Beaded Bracelets Have Gemstones

2011-03-21T12:22:00.000-07:00

Traveling is a great experience. It could be the case that many people love to travel for both business and pleasure. It is wonderful to learn about parts of the country and the world. It could be the case that some people like to travel within their native country. It could also be the case that there are people who like to travel both within their native country and abroad. It is nice to experience different things while traveling. People can experience different foods, different clothing, and different lifestyles while traveling. People will experience kangaroos and the Outback when visiting Australia and people will experience High Tea and Buckingham palace visiting England. In the United States, people will experience beaches and sun while visiting both California and Hawaii. If people wish to experience Native American beaded bracelets then, they might want to visit Arizona and New Mexico. This is because both Arizona and New Mexico seem to have a wide variety of Southwestern jewelry. It might be interesting to note that Native American beaded bracelets have gemstones. Let’s discuss Native American beadwork.

Did you know that beadwork is a quintessential Native American art form? Yes, it is, however, it uses beads that are imported from Europe and Asia. Glass beads have been used in Native American jewelry for almost five hundred years. Today, this type of beautiful jewelry is created with a wide variety of beading styles. It is interesting to note that most Native beadwork is created for tribal use; however bead workers also create conceptual beaded pieces for the art world. Jewelry lovers often come from all over the world to buy a variety of Southwestern jewelry. There are many types of Southwestern jewelry to buy in stores and at jewelry shows. It is often the case that much Southwestern jewelry comes from the Southwest part of the United States. Let’s travel to Arizona and New Mexico so that we can discuss the Southwest.

It is an interesting fact that the Southwest is especially recognized for its silverwork. Southwest jewelry includes designs created from channel inlay, cluster mosaic, petite point, and materials such as shells, gemstones, and beads. Did you know that the Navajo Indians liked the squash blossom necklace? Therefore, they liked to combine turquoise, coral, and other semi-precious stones. The gemstones were set into silver scrolls and leaf patterns. Then, they were put on cords and used as necklaces or bracelets. Therefore, it is safe to say that Native American beaded bracelets have gemstones.

Turquoise is closely associated with the Navajo jewelry; however, it wasn’t until 1880 that the first piece of turquoise was put into silver. In addition, coral and other semi-precious stones were added to the Navajo’s jewelry in 1900. Navajo jewelers are known for their squash blossom necklaces and bracelets.

These jewelry pieces are inspired by the squash plant. It is clear that turquoise, gemstones, silver, and beads go well together. That is why Native American beaded bracelets have gemstones.

Let’s Learn How to Make Beaded Jewelry

2011-03-20T15:01:00.000-07:00

Do you like making crafts? Are you a crafty crafter? Do you enjoy attending craft classes and crafting shows all over the world? Do you like to watch crafting shows on television? Do you enjoy learning a new craft? If you answered yes to any of these questions then, you might be keen on learning how to make beaded jewelry. It could be the case that many craft lovers would enjoy making beaded jewelry because beads are beautiful and come in many kinds, shapes, and sizes. In other words, making beaded jewelry could be both an educational and fun crafting experience. Therefore, let’s learn how to make beaded jewelry.

What do you think about when thinking about crafting? Do you think of crafting a quilt or a sweater? Do you think about crafting a delicious strawberry shortcake or a tart blueberry pie? If you think about crafting a sweater then, perhaps you might wish to craft something to accessorize the sweater. If this is the case then, it is advisable to wear a beautiful piece of jewelry with the brand new sweater. It is well known that buying a beautiful piece of jewelry is often expensive. Therefore, if you are keen on trying to learn a new craft then, it might be a good idea to learn how to make beaded jewelry. The category of beaded jewelry is full of great ideas; so, finding a piece of beaded jewelry to create will be an easy task. The only limit to making beaded jewelry is your imagination. However, before discussing how to make beaded jewelry, let’s briefly discuss what a bead is and types of beads.

A bead is a small decorative object that is usually for threading or stringing. It might be interesting to know that beadwork is the art or craft of making things, such as jewelry, with beads. Beads can and are woven together with special thread that is strung onto thread, soft flexible wire, or fixed to clothing or clay. In addition, to knowing what a bead is, it is also extremely important to know some of the kinds of beads there are to make beaded jewelry. This bead knowledge must be obtained before learning to make beaded jewelry. There are clay beads and glass beads. The four most common types of beads are glass, plastic, metal, and stone. Now it is time to discuss some steps on how to make bead jewelry.

It is critical to always draw your jewelry bead design ideas on a sketchpad. There is nothing worse than forgetting a good bead jewelry design because it wasn’t put down on paper. It is also important to observe bead jewelry trends. Next, you need to make a list of the needed bead jewelry supplies and learn about bead grades for smarter shopping trips. In order to make bead jewelry you will need beads, bead wiring, crimp beads, crimping pliers, sterling silver, flat nose pliers, and round nose pliers. Crimp beads are use to secure clasps on bead necklaces and bracelets. It could be advised to take a jewelry making class in order to learn how to make beaded jewelry. But, learning how to make it will be fun.