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Using Balinese findings

Article Abstract:

Balinese findings are used to emphasize special beads and to improve and space the beads. These fabulous little spacers and beads are available in different sizes, shapes and hole sizes. Step by step instructions on how to create an unusual chain with the use of Balinese spacer beads are presented.

Jewelry making

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Etched glass beads

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Etching a glass bead produces a unique effect that makes the bead look as if it is polymer clay. To produce matte beads, one has to soak the beads in an etching solution. Using nail polish, one then proceeds in designing and polishing the beads.

Glass beads, Beads (Materials), Etching

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"Painting" the bead

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A nine-step guide for painting Spectrum-stained glass tree beads is presented. The tools needed for painting include a torch, a didymium glass, mashers, a kiln, clear glass rods and blue and earth-colored Spectrum glass measuring 14mm square.

Beads, Beads (Decorations)

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