Beadwork Extra Materials

By Daniel Turbin


It is obvious that you'll make use of beads in beadwork yet what other components will you demand? The reply depends to a large extent on the kind of endeavor you are working on. For instance if you are making a beaded centerpiece for your dining room table you'll need some florist foam and a florist anchor to aid hold everything in place. Additionally, you will require some cork sheet to make the base for the arrangement and a lot of people will add in a candle.

In case you are making jewelry you may need to acquire some clasps. The type of clasp will depend on the item of beadwork being manufactured. For example a basic screw together clasp will work on a pendant but will make closing a bracelet very challenging for the wearer. When making pendants you will also require a necklace end to add the clasp to the wire. They can be attached in various ways either using knots or a crimper according to the style.

When you have a multi stranded undertaking you will require a special type of clasp and will also most likely use a spacer to keep the various layers separate. If you are making a piece using pearls or rocks you will want to use a sterling silver or perhaps a gold clasp or you will cheapen your work.

If you are making earrings you may need some earring wire. If you are creating gifts individuals you need to remember that many individuals are allergic to metallic alloys and can only wear earrings made from gold or sterling silver.

With regards to the style you are making you may also need headpins and eyepins. Either experience with previous beadwork projects or the pattern you are utilizing will tell you what you should be using. But don't be afraid to experiment as it is very easy to fix anything that doesn't look quite right!




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