Unleash your creativity with our insightful posts on various jewelry making techniques, tools, and trends. From beginner-friendly tips to advanced design ideas, our blog equips you with the knowledge and inspiration to craft stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces. Delve into the enchanting world of gemstone beads, as we explore their vibrant colors, unique properties, and metaphysical properties
Vermeilis a type of metal used in jewelry making that is made by plating a layer of gold onto a base of sterling silver. To be considered vermeil, the layer of gold must be at least 10 karats and 2.5 microns thick. This results in a piece of jewelry that has the look of solid […]
Jewelry chain is an essential component of many types of jewelry, including necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and even earrings. Chains can be made from a variety of materials, including gold, silver, platinum, and stainless steel, as well as more affordable options like brass or copper. The type of jewelry chain used in a design can greatly […]
Beadworks is proud to carry Beadalon because we believe it is the best beading wire in the industry. It is the only company that manufactures its own beading wire and micro cable. Choosing the right Beadalon spool can be a tricky task, but we’ve got tips and tricks that will help you make the right […]
Calipers have a bit of a reputation for being intimidating. It’s not obvious how to use them, or how to read them, and their name isn’t a basic vocabulary word (so don’t feel bad if you didn’t now what they were) – BUT they’re possibly the most important tool to have. Calipers can measure the […]
Having the right tools and knowing how to use them is an important part of the journey to becoming an expert beader. Here is our go-to guide for putting together your toolkit and know exactly which tools you’ll need to complete your next project! Needle nose plier Use this plier to get a good grip […]
The history and modern uses of waist beads Waist beads have been worn by women for as long as time has been recorded. Their history dates back to the early Egyptians as well as tribes in Western Africa. They were used for many reasons, mainly to symbolize status, entice the opposite sex, celebrate a young […]
What does the Ankh symbolize? The Ancient History Encyclopedia defines an Ankh as a symbol from ancient Egypt, dating from the Early Dynastic Period and it is known as the “key of life” or “the cross of life”. The Ankh is seen most of the time in the hand of a god or worn on […]
A few tips on blackening silver Sometimes things are easier than we make them out to be… oh isn’t that too true for so many aspects of life? I’m sure we can all relate but for right now, lets talk about making jewelry simpler!! Blackening your silver isn’t hard at all and comes in handy. […]
Align, Balance, Activate, and Unblock your Chakras You may know the chakras like the back of your hand, or maybe you’ve never even heard the word before. Regardless of your knowledge, we’ve always got you covered here at Beadworks. We love helping our customers find the gemstones that will meet their metaphysical healing needs. Then […]
Silk Cord The softness and stability Silk provides is one of the reasons it is very popular among beaders. You can make a simple necklace by stringing gemstone beads, or you can take it a step further and knot in-between each bead. Using the knotting technique, which can be learned in one of our Classes, you can […]