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A Basic Guide to Seed Beads

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  Seed Beads are an essential part of human history. They can be dated back up to 700 years. Initially, seed beads had a different purpose. They were used for trade, and as a symbol of status. Later they were crafted into jewelry, purses, clothes and even curtains and rugs.   Nowadays seed beads are available in a variety of colors and shapes. Moreover, advancements in the field of bead production have resulted in the production of layered beads that have a unique shine and can last for years to come.   How to choose the best-shaped seed bead? Shaped beads are primarily available in 5 shapes. Each of these bead shapes can provide your jewelry with a unique finished look. 1.      Cube- Shaped Beads: - These bead shapes are available in three main sizes that are 1.5mm,3mm, and 4mm. They are preferred for designing bracelets and necklaces that have a mosaic appearance. 2.      Bugle- Shaped Beads: - These beads have a l...

Find Out the Different Finishes of Seed Beads

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  Seed beads are quite popular and used in different beaded jewelry projects. The size, shape, and easy availability make it a prominent choice among jewelry markers. It is also available in a wide array of finishes and colors. Are you planning to use the Czech seeds beads in your next project? If yes, here are some of the popular finishes you must know about.   Let's dive in!   ·          Transparent One of the most common finishes of seed beads is transparent beads. The transparent seed beads are usually tinted and clear. That means you can easily see through the beads. Even if they are made up of colored glass, you can see through them. Moreover, these beads allow light to pass through them.   ·          Opaque The opaque 2 cut seed beads have a solid color. Such beads do not allow light to pass through them. Opaque seed beads are generally used by jewelry...

Exciting Different Types of Seed Beads

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Seed beads are tiny, colorful, and a glimmer box of happiness. You can style them in various patterns to create beautiful neckpieces, earrings, and more. With so many shapes, finishes and colors to choose from, seed beads are one of the best to get your hands on. In this blog, we explain to you the different types of seed beads and their best applications. When browsing a beads store for your favorite seed beads, you can typically find the following types of seed beads.   Types of seed beads:   Round or Rocailles These are the signature seed beads that are perfectly spherical. When we hear of seed beads, these are the ones that strike our minds. Round beads or Rocailles seed beads are available in different sizes such as 10/0, 11/0, 15/0, etc. Always remembers that as the number of the bead size gets smaller, the bead gets bigger. The round seed beads have always been a traditional choice for embroidery, earrings, bracelets, and other commonly found jewelry...