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Erotic jewellry

petra — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 00:22:54 GMT

Hello,
I'm in the brainstorming stages of creating a unique line of chakra jewellry, with an emphasis on using tumbled crystals/beads to balance the root chakra ;) . I'd like to know what patterns/styles of beading could be worn comfortably on/close to the genitals, what materials would be best to use, etc. I'd like to create something that is functional and asthetically pleasing for both men and women. Feel free to pm me any and all suggestions.

Infinite thanks and blessings!
Petra :)

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Cabochons

thekid — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 23:20:44 GMT

Hi what is the best place on line to buy cabochons and backing material for cabochons? I noticed on another thread someone mentioned that FMG is a good place to buy crystal and glass beads but not so good for semi precious stones. I am looking for cabachons in semi precious stone of all different sizes and shapes but want the quality to be good. I don't mind dyed stones or heated stones as long as the seller informs you of the treatments. And any advice on backing material would be helpful.

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Beading Buddy

CarlaG — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 00:43:08 GMT

I posted this in another tribe want to cover all the bases.

Hi, I am new to beading and none of my friends bead.

I am looking for anyone that beads and would like to go to bead shows aroung Los Angeles. One is coming up on December 1st. I have never been to one and all though I am sure I can manage alone I thought it would be a nice way to make a new friend.

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My Deer ‘s, If your Creative too , I have a Tribe for you .

Starrleeann — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 17:02:48 GMT

Art and Hand made in USA.
This is a tribe for visual arts, and Hand made items made in USA…

if you wish to show off your work and put a add or web page this tribe is for you …

all Accessories hand made from Gourd Art, painting. Any wood work . ten work ,
bead items to sewing , it go’s on and on .

so if your in the USA and you make it and wish to show it off and sell your items ,
love to have you …

you never know some one may fine you here and buy your items …

come on in and have fun …
tribes.tribe.net/handmadeinusa

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sterling, bali, and thai silver findings

Sat, 30 Apr 2005 22:33:11 GMT

what are the best companies to purchase sterling, bali, and thai silver findings and beads from? I've checked out fire mountain gems, you and me silver, and sweet creek. But the problem is I don't really know what to compare all the pricing to. What is a reasonable wholesale price for findings like jump rings, headpins, and crimp beads?

*peaches*

jesse

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Hi everyone

cindy — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 07:12:54 GMT

I just wanted to say 'hi'.

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Used beading books

petra — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 05:02:33 GMT

Hi Everyone,
Do you happen to have any used beading books or beginner boards/supplies tucked away that you don't use anymore? I am a beginner beader, (see my post on erotic jewelry), and could use some help getting started with unusual designs and basic techniques . I can do simple pendulum readings (yes/no, multiple-choice questions), and would be more than happy to offer readings to anyone willing to help me out with a book/needle/elastic/etc.

Thank you kindly, and Love and Light to you all! :)

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solid 14k seed beads

Lori — Fri, 13 Feb 2004 20:19:52 GMT

Do any of you know where I could find solid (not plated) 14 karat gold seed beads in either size 11 or 15?

They would be frighfully expensive, I know, but gold plate & galvanized coatings tend to rub off.

thanks

Lori

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Need Advice please

Pam — Sun, 08 Jul 2007 17:28:04 GMT

I am making beaded fringe and want to use black, however, Im looking for a sparjly or shiny (hard to describe) that reflects the light. I order from Shipwreck, does anyone know what number black to use, I ordered one that was just a plain matte black...OR?? is there another color black looking that would do the same thing?

Thanks

Pam

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Milagros

indiefunk — Mon, 11 Jun 2007 17:59:33 GMT

Hi all,

I am working on a project and will need a selection of milagros. Does anyone have any ideas of where I can find some nice, inexpensive base metal milagros. I've found some but they were about $1.00 each and that is too high a price for what I need.

Thanks!

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how to do you determine your prices for your jewelry?

Mon, 14 May 2007 16:40:15 GMT

Hi all,

I have been beading for a very long time, but recently I was asked by a store that sells bras mostly for breast cancer patients to create some jewelry for them to sell in their store. They normally order the breast cancer awareness jewely from somewhere else, but decided they wanted hand-made one of a kind pieces. I have never sold my jewelry before mostly since once I make a piece for someone else I fall in love with it and can't part with it. So now I will be making mostly beaded bracelts and such for breast cancer awareness.

Since I have never sold my jewelry before I have no idea how to come up with pricing. How do you all come up with your pricing and what do you reccomend is a reasonable price for beaded bracelets, earrings, and necklaces?

Thanks!
Jenny

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Hi! Anyone want to look at my hand made beads?

William — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 01:58:45 GMT

Hope I will Not upset anyone by posting what I make here...

I have just created my ebay store showing what I make ... and very resonable prices...
http://stores.ebay.com/Hand-Made-Beads-and-Other-Fun-Stuff

If you mention you saw my link on this tribe
I will include a bonus gift with your order if you make one.

Blessings!
William

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loom pattern

glenda — Fri, 04 May 2007 03:39:31 GMT

hi all I'm new here and was wondering does anyone know where I can find a loom pattern it is called (the end of the trail)

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can anyone recommend a good website??

michelle — Sun, 25 Jun 2006 19:22:42 GMT

Can anyone recommend a good website to buy beads and findings from? I have been buying beads from a couple of local stores but I think the prices may be high. Help!!

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Help with tax id number!

michelle — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 17:16:52 GMT

Hello...I have been making jewelry as a hobby but much to my surprise it has taken on a life of it's own! I feel like I should buckle down and really do something with it! Does anyone know how to get a tax id number? Is it difficult to get one? Is the tax ID number what will enable me to buy wholesale? Thanks in advance for your help!

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Vintage Beads........

Michele — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 05:28:18 GMT

Anyone else obsessively collect vintage beads, buttons, findings, sequins. I can't seem to stay away from them. I was going through my "horde" tonight picking out strands to go with a handmade collage pendant and realized that I have so many beads I could never part with. The uniqueness and beauty of them. Would I ever find them again?............. *sigh* When I have a studio I'll make a beaded tapestry with them or something, they look so forlorn sitting in the box.
Michele

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Looking for Hummingbird Peyote Pattern

Faery Willow — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 18:20:45 GMT

I typically do not work with patterns...I can. I just don't like it.
but my sweet mom who has made countless great things for me really really wants an amulet pouch with a humming bird on it. She has been on me for years, and I would really like to give her one for Mother's Day. I drew one out and it was just no good...so any answers out there? Please help.

Thanks and much inspiration to you all.

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pics of beaded netting

katherinesummer — Tue, 27 Mar 2007 03:02:39 GMT

Does anyone know where I can see some good examples of beaded netting online? Or are there good books you can recommend? I want to get some ideas for the net I am putting together.
I don't want to see how-to basics, just finished products, and the more elaborate the better.

This is the technique I'm talking about:
www.beadwrangler.com/sampler...les1.htm
poste

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Prague

theCryptofishist — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 18:30:31 GMT

Anyone know of a good tour of a bead factory near Prague?

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SILVER BLACKING

PATTI — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 00:32:15 GMT

hiii i need to blacken sterling silver...is liver of sulfur recommended// ALSO THE FINISH I'M LOOKING FOR IS BLACK AND SHINNY... WILL I GET THAT EFFECT? THANKS

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Selling my Bead Collection!

GypsyRose — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 21:42:11 GMT

I have a huge collection of assorted beads that I have gathered over the years to feed my jewelry making hobby. But now they mostly sit in plastic baggies and containers in my closet.

It includes glass, plastic, vintage, seed beads, semi-precious stones (amethyst, citrine, sugalite), metal, fresh water pearls (including some biwa pearls), precious stones (rubies, saphires, emeralds), and so much more!

Depending on what you are willing to pay, and how much you want to take off my hands, I am willing to give you an AMAZING price! On the ad on craigslist I am asking about $1500 dollars for the whole kit n kaboodle.

Should you be interested in only glass beads, only semi precious stones, etc..I would be willing to give you a price for each individual part of the collection.

These beads have cost me MANY THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS! They are worth 20 times what I am selling them for!

I have posted photos of some of the collection on Kodak easyshare gallery. There are no repeat photos of the same strand, and there are only photos of part of the collection.

If you want to see them, then send me a message on tribe with your email address, and I will send you a link that allows you to view the photos without having an account with the website.

I would prefer to sell the entire collection for a really good price to someone who loves beads, and who will really use them.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Thanks!

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Mixteco Indigena Community Organizing PRoject

sarasada1 — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 19:41:00 GMT

I wanted to let you all know that i am currently collecting arts and crafts items to be donated for an organization called Mixteco/Indigena Community Organizing project, Whose mission is to provide aid to and encouratge thee empowerment of the Oaxacan Immigrant in Ventura county. The focal point of MICOP's work is monthly community meetinngs designed to build a sence of community and self sufficiency among Ventura Countys Mixtec population, while helping Mixtecs access healthcare and educational and social services. Each meeting features an educational presentation (very important bec. since they speak their own dialect mixteco, the meetings conducted in Mixteco/Español), in addidtion Food, clothing, disposable daipers and health care items to approx 15o families per month. I VOLUNTEER AT THESE MONTHLY MEETINGS, and am in charge of the children's activity. So far, all the materials i have, I've paid for from my own pocket. Not only do i need MORE scissors, glue, paper, crayons, sequins, googly eyes, fabric BEADS, whatever! (new or used i don't care) or if you are addicted to the 99Cent stor if you buy me ONE craft item each time you go. If you want to make a cash contribution, i can give you the info of the Non profit Org, just send me your address. In addition to any craft items you are willing to part with that have lain unused and neglected for years let me know. I could really use them. Before too long, i'll have some photos of the kids and I, crafting away. And just a note, these meetings are more important than ever, because the farm workers are really feeling it right now, bec of that killing frost we had, they are all out of work! it's a terribly sad situation, and i get to take these kids minds off of things for a split second. Not only that, but the parents are allways all clustered around the bead activity. I've even held a baby while the entire family, Mom, Dad and the two older kids are beading. The Oaxacan have some real talent for crafts, beading, ceramics, and weaving and it's a really fun time watching what they do, but i am running out of everything! Please help!

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Learning...

SombrayLuz — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 08:18:57 GMT

any recommended how-to sites?

Thanx!
Mel

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beading a stethoscope - where to begin?

ladylala — Mon, 16 Oct 2006 07:34:36 GMT

so i'm a total beginner at the beadworking thing, and i have these stethoscopes that i want to decorate.

there are some gorgeous examples out there:

http://members.tripod.com/beadnik/bwork/newsteth.jpg

http://www.swcoloradowildflowers.com/bettys_beading_7.htm

http://www.neokistomi.com/stethclose407.jpg

i don't need to get too elaborate with patterns or motifs, though a couple of colours would be nice.
how would i go about creating something like this? are there how-to books or websites you would recommend?

thanks in advance!

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Hello All!

Jewels — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 15:24:22 GMT

I'm pretty new to Tribe, and have mostly been lurking in all the groups that have captured my interest. I've been beading for 26 years, and will probably bead for the rest of my days, and my main interest in being part of all these tribes, is to share, and meet like-minded people.

I've been on many 'beady' forums, and have found that some of them can get a little 'catty', however, I get a really cool vibe from the folks I've encountered here so far.

I've also noticed quite a few of you in here are also in some of the belly dance oriented tribes that I belong to: Way too COOL! So, I'm a belly-dancing beady nut, who hopes to make lots of new friends.

A great day to all.

Jewels

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hallo!

semira — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:13:49 GMT

hi there, just posted some pics of what i've been working on...looking for feedback...all the bestxoxosemira

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Any hints on starting out with a new kiln...

Newt — Sun, 07 Jan 2007 09:33:09 GMT

I just ordered my first one and I am wondering if anyone has any advice.
I am very new at this and proly should have waited but sometimes you just want to jump right in.

Newt

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Glass Suppliers?

giudo — Sat, 16 Dec 2006 23:55:28 GMT

Heya all!

I've been charged with the task of making about 250 red teardrop shaped beads for a gift the first weekend of February. Unfortunately, I've only got 2 rods of red glass left...and the local bead shop went out of business last month. *sighs*

Does anyone have any recommendations on where I can locate some red moretti glass rod???

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Liver of sulphur tips?

feckless_lulu — Thu, 14 Dec 2006 01:53:25 GMT

Hi all!

Just bought myself a little bottle of liver of sulphur but I have no clue how to use it! There's nothin' on the bottle and nothing on the maid o' metal website. I've heard you need to heat it - how? Also heard you need to heat your piece - micro torch okay, or is that too much heat? Diluted or straight up? Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

~lulu

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silver blackening

feckless_lulu — Fri, 27 Oct 2006 15:47:40 GMT

Hi!

Curious if anybody has any techniques for blackening (tarnishing) silver. I know there's a liver of sulphur compound, but I hear that leaves you with a dead black result. Does anybody have any experience, tips, suggestions, or alternate materials to leave a slightly less than black finish?

Many thanks!
~lulu

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Bead Tour of Europe

theCryptofishist — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 18:22:37 GMT

My nephew is graduating collage in England in May and I'm thinking of going over in person. while i was there, I thought I might hit up some bead centers in Europe. MOrano, of course (that would be as early as possible, because I hear Venice in summer is beautiful, but smelly) and see if I can see some of the small glass works in Czech Republic. And maybe Swarovski. Has anyone done anything like this? Any advice?

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swarovsky crystals and thread

Sparkleyturtle — Thu, 30 Mar 2006 21:45:55 GMT

Ok, so I was at the bead store and looking for my thread. The bead store owner almost shunned me for doing my right-angle weave with crystal bicones and nymo. She swears that the crystals will cut the thread, which is something that hasn't happened to me. I sometimes wonder if she is a little loopy, so does anyone else have the problem with the crystals cutting the thread? It isn't like they are constantly rubbing against the thread.

I started doing this when I read it in a book. According to the shop owner, all of those books are wrong. Who do I listen to?

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Bead Size Template?

naugamonster — Mon, 24 Jul 2006 06:15:22 GMT

Wondering if anyone has something like this - digitally that can be printed out?:
http://www.jewelrysupply.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=396_429&products_id=4923

Thanks!
Nauga

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bridal tiaras

indigopegasus — Sun, 09 Jul 2006 06:11:46 GMT

So, I am pretty sure my daughter is soon to become engaged. I am looking (unsuccessfully) for some tairapatterns. She thought (the last tiome we discussed plans and bought pattersn for the someday wedding dress--before she has a steady boyfriend..that she wanted simple..it is a ren dress..fitted bodice, full skirt.

She wants a simple tiara..I ma not having much luck at finding anything simple to pattern after.

Any help would be appreciated. If I could show her e few, she could tell me how she want them different so I have time to experiment (and sell the ones she doesn't want-I expect it may take a few tries to get the "perfect one"-its ok..weddings should be perfect.) yeah, I am the sappy mom type.

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Allow me to introduce myself (beading fanatic)

rongebonge — Sun, 16 Jul 2006 20:03:12 GMT

Hello I am a new member of this tribe as well as tribe.net. I live in the Potrero Hill neighborhood of San Francisco with my boyfriend of the last 8 years. I love to do beadwork as a hobby, giving my creations to friends and those dear to me. I'd love to meet other beaders in the Bay Area to share ideas and finds. My last big find-http://www.shipwreckbeads.com/. This site has huge crystal beads-my last purchase included 20mm crystal aurora borealis beads which I used in a necklace for a friend and one for myself! I'd love to hear about the finds of other memebers.
Rebecca

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loom/peyote patterns

semira — Mon, 19 Dec 2005 05:27:56 GMT

Hi y'all, i'm looking for some great sites with free patterns, but can't seem to find any....i've looked at cross stitch patterns but i find them mostly too big....any good sites you can recommend? i've found some great bead projects at www.crafster.org

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beadsandmore

katenexile — Sat, 10 Jun 2006 22:57:20 GMT

I am new to this group, but am the list owner of a huge listgroup--it is a buying group for our
addictions--silver, vermeil, beads (all kinds)--anything you can think of that is jewelry related!
If interested, email me at katenexile @ yahoo . com (remove spaces)--Did I say we buy all
our supplies at best discount prices???

Kate--the bead addict

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Hi all, just joined

Christine — Tue, 02 May 2006 23:45:03 GMT

Hi, just found this cool site "tribe.net" and found some topics of my interest, BEADING!!!

I have been beading for a few years and even set up a site to post all my bead work photos and free instructions I draw out to share (no selling) at: www.beadjewelrymaking.com

Thanks for looking!

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Rosary Artisans?

JK — Fri, 15 Jul 2005 18:18:25 GMT

Are there any rosary artisans on this tribe? I was just wondering, since my curiosity was triggered after seeing books on rosary and praying strings on Amazon.

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Hello!

Chypre — Thu, 16 Mar 2006 07:17:13 GMT

New to the group (and tribe) but not to beadwork! I'm glad to have found you, this is a wonderful way to share ideas. I've posted some pics of my pieces in my album (mostly turquoise, since that's what my customers have requested) but haven't gotten around to reading how to post to tribe discussions, so if you're curious, please feel free to take a peak.

I look forward to seeing the great things you guys have and will come up with.

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beading a box clasp?

Chili_Bonbons — Mon, 27 Feb 2006 21:07:32 GMT

hi!

I have this interesting box clasp with a removable metal mesh-like top piece that is supposed to be beaded. i have never tried to do this kind of work before and am wondering if anyone has any tips? should you use metal pins? or wire and crimps? it seems there is NOT a lot of room to have a lot of wiring or crimps on the back side of the mesh, since it all fits back together in a neat little package when you are done. and when you are done, does it look stupid or gaudy, too ginormous, or just plain cheezy?

help!
>> confused but not intimidated<<

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Beaded Medallions/Rosettes

JK — Tue, 12 Jul 2005 12:25:37 GMT

Hello everyone!

I'm new to this tribe and to beadwork in general. I am very interested in making beaded medaillons/rosettes. Does anyone know a good book, website or has tips 'n tricks on where to start?

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Handmade RAKU Beads

William — Sun, 05 Feb 2006 10:47:06 GMT

Please feel free to look at my photo album on my profile page to see examples of beads I make, and some other stuff I make too!
I am looking for folks who would like to retail my work.
or buy in quantities for makeing their own creations to sell.
I have alot more designs than are shown... I am Working on more Pics.
let me know what you think...
William

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Filigree supplies

kristyalfieri — Wed, 24 Aug 2005 20:43:59 GMT

Afternoon all:

I am looking for resources for filigree supplies. I am working on some new pieces and would love to integrate some filligree into the jewelry. Any help resources, suppliers or classes on making filigree jewelry would be appreciated. I am located in Oakland.

Many thanks,
Kristy

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need bulk rhinestones

leanne-destroyer-of-WOOORLDS — Thu, 07 Jul 2005 09:20:32 GMT

i know this is not really "beads" but...

i want to cover my car in rhinestones, but i will need to buy them in bulk, and preferably by color. I dont know where to look for rhinestones in bulk...summer camp craft suppliers?

if you have any ideas please let me know,
thanks,
Leanne

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Online Bead Supplies

Jingo — Tue, 18 Oct 2005 01:26:37 GMT

I'd like to know what everyone's favorite online bead and findings supply company is.
One of mine is Sunshine Discount Crafts in Florida, www.sunshinecrafts.com.
Their website is HORRIBLE, and it will take one forever in the beginning to find stuff, as they seem to have slightly different names and categories.
But their prices are awesome, especially for all kinds of beads like Czech, painted wooden, tribal, cameos.
And they ship superfast!

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branch of red coral

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 22:10:33 GMT

I want to make a simple necklace where the pendant is a big branch of red coral. Anyone know where I can find a big piece of coral? I'm talking 4-6".

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Need Help with stringing old/tribal beads

leilah — Sat, 07 Jan 2006 21:25:41 GMT

Hi! I've got a decent sized bead collection and I'm finding that my major failing is that I can't get these things strung up. I don't have large numbers of a lot of types, usually only one or two of each kind.

It seems like I've got no problem doing something symmetrical, but when I'm dealing with a chevron, some african nueva cadiz and afghani silver... I just can't even get started.

I'd really like to wear more of my beads, so I'm hoping someone has suggestions or references on stringing up mismatched old beads. Thanks!

- Leilah

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hey lovelies!

larissa — Fri, 16 Dec 2005 05:31:12 GMT

novice beading freak from aus here!....started stringing about a year ago....but recently took some bead waeving classes....so i'm going mad for the square stitch at the moment....have to wait till January for the peyote stitch though....most bummed.

anyway....thought i'd say hi!

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Ebay seller looking to expand my business

Victoria — Sat, 10 Dec 2005 20:17:08 GMT

Hi there,
I've been selling my boyfriend's glass beads/pendants on ebay for the past 4 yrs. I'm looking to find more beautiful creations to list. Any artists not wanting to have to deal with the whole selling aspect of things? I have lots of experience and great feedback.
Victoria
toria8@yahoo.com

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Gem Show in San Rafael Sep 23-25

Jingo — Wed, 31 Aug 2005 00:17:58 GMT

Is anyone interested in going to that show?
I will for sure.
If you want to go together, let me know!

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need bead project

Sat, 13 Aug 2005 03:17:11 GMT

calling out to all creative bead workers...can you toss a bead project for someone who has loads of beads including crystal ornaments and thingings like that...I do not like to see them go to waste... please keep in mind I am an amateur...
thnx

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Newbee-ad

Fri, 12 Aug 2005 00:07:25 GMT

Hi! I'm new... so I thought I'd say Hi!

It's pretty inspiring to see so much great work! I posted the French beaded flower brooches- they have been a fun project.

I look forward to seeing and reading more!

Cori

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Stiffening bead work

leanne-destroyer-of-WOOORLDS — Sat, 02 Jul 2005 02:00:01 GMT

i am making beaded mandalas and i had found some info on what to use to stiffen them so they hold their shape and can be hung up better, but i think i may have lost the info. i think people had said regular white glue and had mentioned various starches but i dont remember. Plus if you know of any that you can say (at least somewhat) for sure that it wont make my beads "bleed" their colors that would be good.

thanks for any info

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Tacoma Bead Expo?

feckless_lulu — Sat, 09 Jul 2005 16:16:07 GMT

Does anyone know a link to the Northwest Bead Expo being held July 15-17 in Tacoma. I've done my googling and can't seem to find a direct link, just dates on vendors sites.

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Looking for another craftswoman to share booth space at upcoming festival

Stillfire — Fri, 27 May 2005 06:05:59 GMT

Hi,
I'd like to share booth space at this festival: www.campbettycampout.com/

We could split the cost ($300 total) 2 ways or possibly 3 ways if they allow 3 of us to share space.

I will be selling beaded and sterling silver wire beaded jewelry and also broken plate mosaics.

Let me know asap if you are interested--feel free to email me directly at: stillfire@sbcglobal.net

Thanks--this should be lots of fun!

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I'm entered in a jewelry contest

Liz — Thu, 19 May 2005 16:40:47 GMT

I entered a necklace in the Land of Odds "Ugly Necklace Contest" this year. They have pics of all the participants pieces up there. If you want to see which one is mine (and maybe even vote for me? lol), here's the url

http://www.landofodds.com/store/ugly3contest.htm

mine is #7 wish me lots of luck

Keep Beadin'
Liz

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Craft Sale tribe

kaltes — Wed, 04 May 2005 01:37:34 GMT

I've posted a bunch of pics of my craft work for sale on my tribe: craftsale.tribe.net

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Upcoming Bay Area bead shows!

shakti411 — Tue, 03 May 2005 05:36:02 GMT

Oakland for Bead Bazaar next Sat 5/7
http://www.norcalbeadsociety.org/beadbazaar.html

San Mateo for the Intergem Show 6/10 - 6/12
www.intergem.net/ps-shows-main.html

San Francisco for the Whole Bead 7/22 - 7/24
www.wholebead.com/calendar.html

Oakland for the BABE 2005 11/4 - 11/6
www.beadextravaganza.com/index.html

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New here hello

Liz — Sun, 01 May 2005 00:13:24 GMT

I'm new to here, so I figured I would post and say a quick hello. I do alot of seed bead work and have been doing so for about 14 years. Once I find some pictures I can post some in the photo album.

Have a great day
Liz

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just looked at the photo page

Bess — Thu, 21 Apr 2005 03:02:37 GMT

I am new to this tribe and just looked at the photo page, WOW! What a beautiful, varied, creative group of work. I bought some beads at the Tucson bead show, and want to make a necklace and a pair of earings. I am amazed at the pearl beads, how do you do those? I did glassblowing for a school project, but nothing like this.

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Trade Beads and Beyond tribe

Wed, 20 Apr 2005 18:03:27 GMT

Hi Everyone,

You're invited to join my new Trade Beads and Beyond tribe:

http://tradebeads.tribe.net/

It's a marketplace, gallery, and information exchange for tradebead and adornment enthusiasts. Feel free to post pics of your work, collections, and more.

Cheers,
Mark

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dreadbeads and cuffs

tendrilsista — Fri, 15 Apr 2005 16:59:22 GMT

Hey knappy mamas and papas! Handmade by me just for you...some supa phatty dread cuffs for your locks! check out the link below for pics and details. Email me if you're interested!!

blog.myspace.com/index.cfm

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unique plastic/pony beads

Jeffz — Wed, 13 Apr 2005 16:33:51 GMT

Anyone know a good spot that has some really unique plastic/pony beads that are beyond the normal stars, hearts, translucent animals?

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dread beads and cuffs! handmade

tendrilsista — Tue, 12 Apr 2005 22:29:42 GMT

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Beads on SALE!!

kahlea — Sun, 10 Apr 2005 03:31:21 GMT

go here
http://stores.ebay.com/THE-GODDESS-GARDEN-by-K-Lee

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Best Bead Shop

Mon, 28 Mar 2005 16:59:31 GMT

Hey everyone, give us a list of your favorite shops, fairs, flea markets, thrift shops, etc. to buy beads in the Bay Area... Where should we all be looking for cool beads?

PEACE

Jessy

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[San Francisco] Femina Potens Craft Fair: Call for Submissions

Sun, 27 Feb 2005 22:38:32 GMT

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS...CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS..CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

Femina Potens Art Space is holding a craft fair on Saturday, April 23rd from 11AM-7PM.

We are offering tables for $10 for all day. This is a fundraiser for Femina Potens, however, you will recieve full profit from whatever you sell here. We are raising money simply by renting out tables. We will also be having acoustic performances as back drop during the fair to liven things up and draw in a larger crowd. If you are interested please contact Jesse_at_Femina@comcast.net.

For more information on Femina Potens Art Space visit www.feminapotens.com.

This event is in San Francisco, CA.

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Hey Its Pacificryan

Prariepunk — Sat, 26 Feb 2005 04:41:38 GMT

Check out my updated site...
www.members.shaw.ca/pacificryan

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Bead Shows in NJ/PA/NY Area?

Flame — Thu, 10 Feb 2005 23:17:24 GMT

Hi,

Does anyone know a schedule for Beadshows around South/Central New Jersey, Philadelphia area, or NYC?

Beth

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First attempt at seed beading

JD — Wed, 02 Feb 2005 15:51:04 GMT

So, I posted a pic of my first seed beading attempt. I got the design from 'Step-by-Step Beads', but I switched out the main beads with some glass one's I made. I have been lampworking for a while now, but this was the first time I tried to make a full piece of jewelry.

I usually give my lampworked beads to a friend to place in a finished piece.

I gave this piece to my girlfriend who likes gaudy jewelry lol.

Anyway, there it is, what do y'all think?

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Any Beaders in New Jersey?

Alison — Sun, 23 Jan 2005 13:22:42 GMT

We've got a decent number of bead stores, a couple that give classes, but nothing that's really convenient to me. I can go to NY, but that's something I plan for a full-day trip to visit as many stores as I can, and that's where the nearest bead guild is. Thought it might be nice to connect to someone in the Essex County vicinity. . .

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Showing my bits...

Prariepunk — Mon, 31 Jan 2005 00:04:11 GMT

I posted a few new pieces in the photo album. Anyone interested in checking out more can see them at www.members.shaw.ca/pacificryan I appreciate your comments and may use them on my site....

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New westcoast beader

Prariepunk — Thu, 11 Nov 2004 00:29:34 GMT

Check out my goods at www.members.shaw.ca/pacificryan

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awesome LA Bead Store

Ansley — Thu, 09 Sep 2004 04:30:55 GMT

The San Gabriel Bead Company is one of the best bead stores in LA county. Check them out!
SGBC
325 E Live Oak Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
626-447-7753
www.beadcompany.com

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wanting to share my passion and love

ravishingraficki — Fri, 07 Jan 2005 21:09:41 GMT

I am heading to the Usa in June to run my creative workshops, I am excited to be doing this again. I was wondering if you guys could do me a favour.
I am starting my running of workshops in San Diego then La and frisco and Florida and where ever else I can get the numbers.
I am trying to find ways to network and meet other beautiful souls.
Do you have any ideas?
Any places I can go re comp and post messages?
I am from Australia and it is harder not being there
But I so love sharing these and it excites me to watch others open there hearts to this.
I had people quit smoking , give up sugar, some have gone on to be artists and others use the tools I have given them in there daily lives to create what it is they want.
I love sharing these with a passion and I hope to be able to reach out to more souls
Love is a beautiful thing.
Any ideas would be great
Or if there is anyone u can email this to
home.iprimus.com.au/emelisa
ty so much hugs em xoxo

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HI Im new here, love beads

ravishingraficki — Sat, 01 Jan 2005 21:41:57 GMT

new to beads really, but not to being creative.
I am an artist and workshop fascillitator. I live in Australia and I love broadening my creative horizons. I run workshops on helping people find there heart and love through creativity, I love doing this with a passion. I have a bead project I want to do
and thought id join in here and share and meet some new people
Hugs to u em xoxo

http://home.iprimus.com.au/emelisa

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Beading on TV

ursonate — Sat, 04 Dec 2004 08:06:49 GMT

There is a new TV show about beading coming to public television called Beads, Baubles & Jewels. Of course the e-mail that I received doesn't actually say which stations might be airing it or when it might be on. Such is life.

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Int'l. Gem & Jewelry Show in San Mateo

Rivkah — Wed, 24 Nov 2004 15:05:47 GMT

Hi,

The International Gem & Jewelry Show is at the San Mateo County Expo Center this weekend.

Hours: Friday, 11/26 - 12pm - 6pm
Saturday, 11/27 - 10am - 6pm
Sunday, 11/28 - 11am - 5pm

If you can carpool, please let me know. I live in San Francisco, but can meet you anywhere where BART or Muni stops.

Thanks. :)

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Calling all Crafty Ladies

Sun, 14 Nov 2004 08:00:07 GMT

Hey I created a new tribe for crafty ladies in the sf bay area... Anyone interested?

Jessy

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Dragonfly workshop

solomax — Fri, 12 Nov 2004 06:41:45 GMT

I'm currently touring California teaching a workshop that shows individuals how to bead dragonflies. While doing so... participants answer questions and read quotes that help them gain insight and a clear vision to find direction. For more info visit: http://www.solomax.com/dflys.html

I'm in Sacramento at Horse Cow Arts, a Burner communal creative living space, after a workshop here with 8 ladies that was very successful. I'll be in San Francisco until Thanksgiving, then LA for a couple weeks, then up to Southern Utah, and down through AZ, so if you'd like to host a workshop for yourself and friends, please give a call: 818-331-9707 or email max@solomax.com

I have an amazing place to do workshops in Malibu if you live in the area... on beautiful land owned by the family of Frank Lloyd Wright, 2000ft looking over the ocean, so if you know teachers or home-schoolers who would be interested... or any group, please let them or me know.

The workshop is $20 per person. Or you can do it online too, for just $10... see: http://www.solomax.com/step-by-step.html

Have fun!
-Cory
www.solomax.com
www.actionheronetwork.net

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Beading (Indian) Loom

Tue, 19 Oct 2004 16:00:21 GMT

I recently purchased, at a garage sale, an 'Indian Loom' and it came without any instructions. Would someone know how I could use this?

Any info would be greatly appreciated!

THANKS!

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Beading Novice

Tue, 19 Oct 2004 15:57:51 GMT

Here I sit with pretty beads, threading supplies and all the rest to make jewelry, except I cannot find how I attach the endings to the thread so the ends won't show. I would like to make these for Christmas presents --- and have LOTS of females in my family! Any help would be greatly appreciated!!!

THANXS!

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hi i'm new to tribe

Anne — Sat, 16 Oct 2004 22:41:53 GMT

I live in the Raleigh Hills area. I broke my leg in August and used my down time to make Amulet bags. I would like to find an avenue to sell them. Have thought about E-bay but do not know how to do that, post an article that is. I am interested in learning loom painting with beads and would also like to learn how to make beads. Would enjoy meeting others with the same addiction!

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Any Beaders in SF want to get together and hang out?

Mon, 27 Sep 2004 03:51:07 GMT

If so, let me know! I'd like to meet some of you.

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Beaded Wirework Choker - How to??

naugamonster — Thu, 07 Oct 2004 18:11:38 GMT

I just found this amazing choker, and was wondering if anyone may have seen (somewhere?) a how-to for this technique of combining complex wirework + beads?

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_popup.asp?imagename=4f4331a_5.jpg&d=d2

Thanks much!
Nauga

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Jewelry/metal classes in the South Bay?

Lin — Thu, 09 Sep 2004 16:42:33 GMT

I'd like to take classes in soldering and lost wax casting. Does anyone know of any in the South Bay?

I've searched the Web and haven't found much.

Thank you.

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Yahtahey

Natasha — Fri, 03 Sep 2004 13:29:57 GMT

Im another new natasha and Im saying hay to ya all.

anyone do peyote stich?

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NEw member says hello

natashapapousek — Sat, 28 Aug 2004 01:50:03 GMT

Hello all! I'm addicted to making jewelry, esp. with beads...and have just signed up for a beginning jewelry making class at college. I can't wait for next week when classes start. We're going to learn all kinds of exciting stuff!

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Hello...new member here. Question about jewelry torches..

Lin — Fri, 13 Aug 2004 20:03:42 GMT

Hi there,

I'm interested in learning how to solder silver and understand that you can use a jewelry torch for this.

Does anyone have any recommendations on where I can get a good one in the Bay area?

Thanks!

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new beadwork tribe!!! Pyrogems!

Marisa — Sun, 08 Aug 2004 17:11:03 GMT

Hi beady eyed friends! I just put up a new tribe to share my beadwork! it's pyrogems tribe. Check it out and give me feedback if you like!!! Good to know there's other obsessed beaders out there!!! Gotta have it everyday!!!! marisa youlden

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Wire wrapping

sarasada1 — Sat, 22 May 2004 05:27:25 GMT

Is my newest drive. I have seen some really amazing stuff lately, and I am obsessed. I've done loomwork, peyote stitch, rosettes, brick-stick, daisy chain, and all that stuff but now i want to wrap rocks/gems/whatever. Who can recommend a good book for wire wrapping cabochons and crystals and such? Anyone, anyone?

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Need 4mm holes

Grandma — Sun, 25 Jul 2004 04:22:37 GMT

Hi Folks,

I have a special use for beads with holes that are just over 4 mm, anywhere from 4.1 up to as large as 4.9 mm. 4.2 to 4.3 is perfect. The same as, or very slightly larger than, a "pony" or crow bead hole.

I am mostly interested in solid sterling (or other metal), bone, horn, semi-precious stone beads of all kinds, cloisonne, perhaps some glass if it is really tough, Bali beads if no sharp edges. Very small rings, especially inlaid ones, work great.

Any ideas? Sources?

Thanks,
Grandma

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beaded donuts

ursonate — Thu, 18 Dec 2003 04:15:42 GMT

Anyone know of a good stitch to make beaded donuts with delicas? My ambition was to use peyote stitch, but it's just not flexible enough-but in theory, that's the look I'm after.

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What's your beading addiction?

Lindsay — Fri, 15 Aug 2003 03:42:10 GMT

What kind of beadwork do you do? I do mostly beadweaving, but get on stringing kicks sometimes when I don't have a lot of patience and want some instant gratification. I have tried wirework without a great deal of success, though maybe one day I'll do more of it. The main problem is finding a good source of the wire!

I like beadweaving for precisely the reason that most people who avoid it don't... it takes a long time to finish and it's relatively repetative (once I've got the pattern going), so I can chill out and meditate while I'm working on a piece.

So what kind of work do you do and why do you do it?

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newly discovered source of pearls and stone beads

pamdesmond — Wed, 19 May 2004 21:03:51 GMT

I actually can't believe the prices on this site. They're not the fastest shippers in the world, but you simply can't beat the prices on their specials and closeouts pages. http://www.treasureislandpearls.com/

We're talking closeout gemstone strands for $1.95-4.95, pearl strands in the "Specials" section for $3-6. These are for 16" strands! The same strands that people on ebay and elsewhere are charging $15-20 for. Even their regular prices are pretty darn reasonable.

I have no affiliation with this site. I just ran across it while looking for inexpensive but nice freshwater pearl strands and literally couldn't believe my luck, so I thought I'd pass on the link.

Happy beading :)

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alternative bead projects

semira — Thu, 22 Apr 2004 06:18:14 GMT

i was wondering what kind of ideas you guys have for doing other craft projects with beads than putting string through them?
2 that i can think of are 1) beads in collage 2) i glued beads on cardboard paper to aluminum cans as pencil holder

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Lampworking

Sun, 28 Mar 2004 11:41:38 GMT

Hi I'm just getting into lampworking. Well, I have been playing around with it for a year. But I really would like to discuss the basic and some of the tricky stuff.

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hey there!

missabean — Sat, 27 Dec 2003 14:24:38 GMT

hi all! im new in these parts. my name is missa and i have an obsession with peyote stitch. flat, tubular, circular and freeform, i have the peyote stitch itch. alot of my projects are just me fooling around to have something to do with my hands rather than feel bored and induce that slightly meditative wonderous state...

started out stringing as a yungin' and then knotting with hemp and leather. eventually i would like to learn lampworking and some more advanced techs, but for now im satisfied with my self taught peyote.

now for a question for all of you...a good source for some smallish seeds in natural materials (copper, wood, bone, etc.) looking for maybe some 10/0 to 6/0 or 8/0 sizes...
i need them for a large project with yellow and green turquoise faceted beads and a pretty large sponge coral...

thanks in advance for your help

love and hugs
missa

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SF Bay Beaders

Geri — Fri, 23 Apr 2004 16:19:59 GMT

For the SF folks: check out SF Bay Beaders, which meets quarterly for beading and potluck. Next meeting is this Sunday 4/25.

http://www.numenor.org/~gdw/sf-bay-beaders/

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