How to Select Quality Beads for Jewelry Making

Beaded Jewelry is one of the oldest types of jewelry and it is still a common trend among people to wear them today. Well, talking about beading, there are many different types of beads come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and are made from a variety of materials

Jade European Beads, Troll

As the basis for most pieces of jewelry, beads are mostly made out of glass, porcelain, shells, paper, clay, metals, and even wood etc. Some of them are silver plated, contains small stones, or are an amalgamation of black and silver-colored metals. Besides, beads for jewelry could also be used to create some cute things other than jewelry pieces.

Gemstone Beads Strands, Natural Unakite

Designing beaded jewelry is becoming a popular craft business idea these days, and beaded jewelry encourages the mix of different color and types of beads. When designing a unique piece of jewelry, a person can coordinate different beads, which is the real allure of beaded jewelry.

31~32" Dark Blue Crackle Glass Beads

The beauty of these jewelry beads is that they are even more customizable than a standard jewelry. Well, once you discover the love of beads, you are always on the hunt for your preferable beads. Thus, how to select the desirable quality beads for jewelry making turns to be a challenge. Here below are some tips.

Transparent Acrylic Beads, Frosted , Flower

There are many great jewelry supply resources both online or offline, that’s to say, there are tons of different beads for tons of different types of designs. While shopping, you will need to sit down a few moments and figure out the types of beads you need, and have a basic idea of the price of beads you want.

Resin Cabochons, with Glitter Powder, Flower

There are a lot of different options and you can get a wide range of bead qualities. Once you have decided what type of beads are needed the next step is to examine the beads you are considering for purchase. Check for flaws, shine, color, and cut. Was the hole drilled in the bead properly? Are there cracks? Does the price match the bead?

Multi Color Acrylic Rhinestone Beads, Copper

Now, it would be much easier for you to make a selection of different styles of beads for jewelry. Well, if you are hunting beads for your dearly ones, as a wonderful gift, these beads could save you time and some money as well.

15.5" Round Gemstone Strands, Tiger Eye

The last but not the least, keeps in mind that different kinds of beaded jewelry suit for different age groups to wear. Enjoy your shopping at PandaHall who is the world of beads then!