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Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Q: I always buy gemstone beads. I get them all over. Recently, I ran into an issue. I paid more than I usually would for what was pictured as nice looking "jewelry beads/agate" online, but what I received was a ton of HUGE drilled tumble stones with mineral deposits. So, the seller and I are in a disagreement about them being exactly as listed. What technically makes a bead, a bead and a rock a rock? Isn't there a standard? Thanks!
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Q: I only use FireLine for my wrapped bracelets (chan lu style) but I find it breaking quite often when I’m making sure tension is correct and all glass beads or semi-precious stones are in place and ready to tie off the project as I’m completing the bracelet. Please help. This is maddening.
Ask the Experts Measuring Q&A
Q: What does 8x10mm glass bead mean?
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: Would you have a crimp cord that can be used for more than one cord? I am making a leather bracelet using 3 cords and cannot find a big enough crimp for it.
Ask the Experts Measuring Q&A
Q: What is the correct method of measuring a curved tube bead?
Ask the Experts Cleaners and Polishers Q&A
Q: I did a poor job of applying gloss topcoat to my 24Kt gold-plated seed beads and need to remove and redo it. How do I remove the topcoat I applied to them? Thank you.
Ask the Experts Cleaners and Polishers Q&A
Q: How do I keep my plated 24Kt gold and my plated sterling silver seed beads from tarnishing or fading?
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Q: Hi, I’d like to make a necklace by loosely braiding or weaving three strands of wire together and adding beads periodically. Is memory wire the way to go? Would the bare wire be uncomfortable? I want a very light and airy feel to the necklace. Would something else work better? I’ve racked my brain...I would appreciate your help! Thank you very much.
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Q: A friend asked me to fix a beaded necklace that had two strands, twisted around each other, with a large pendant in the center. One strand broke, leaving one side still twisted. Some beads had fallen off and were missing, so I basically had to start from scratch using new beads. Before cutting the remaining strands, I photographed the twisted strand, and the ends attached to the clasp. I then inspected the twisted strands to see how they stayed twisted. I saw nothing special that made the twists stay twisted. Next, I made two strands of beads to test what looked like “too easy”. As I feared, the strands untwisted. I searched the internet looking for the magic trick that I was missing. I found one post, words only, no pictures, and it talked about twisting 3 strands, which I could not relate to my issue. I am hoping one of the experts at Fire Mountain Gems could make a tutorial for twisting two strands. Can you help?
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Q: What is the best material for stringing spiny oyster heishi beads? What kind of fastener would be best?
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Q: I use Beadalon 49-strand wire and 7-strand wire. What size crimps and wire protectors should I use on each size. Also, what size will I need using the 7-strand doubled?
Ask the Experts Hypoallergenic Jewelry Q&A
Q: What can I use to cover metal jewelry if it causes allergic reactions on my skin?
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Q: My pearl necklace broke. Is it possible for me to fix it? It is 14Kt gold.
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: I am making small tapestries. The size is comparable to pen wraps when not zipped up. I'd like to hang them either in my windows with suction cups or on my Christmas tree. But how do I finish them on the top so that they can hang? Is there a finding to use? I've looked but I really don't know what I am looking for. Thank you very much.
Ask the Experts Adhesive Q&A
Q: When purchasing the GS Hypo Cement® adhesive, is it better to purchase two or three, or just one tube at a time? I don’t use glue very often. How long does the glue stay effective?
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Q: What is the finest size thread suitable for pearls, please?
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: I have been asked to make beaded pull chains for ceiling fans and window shades. I want to rise to this challenge, but how can I make something secure enough to handle the force? I appreciate your advice.
Ask the Experts Ankle Bracelet Q&A
Q: How long should anklets be?
Ask the Experts Suncatcher Q&A
Q: What material is best for making a beaded crystal suncatcher?
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: I want to use copper spacers and clasps in some of my necklaces, and wonder if when people wear them, will their skin turn green? Is it okay to mix gold and copper?
Ask the Experts Rondelles Q&A
Q: What size rondelle do I use with a 12mm bead?
Ask the Experts Seed Beading Q&A
Q: What can you put on a seed bead project when it is finished? Is there a liquid?
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Q: I need basic instructions on how to make stretch bracelets. I live in Puerto Rico and the heat and humidity play havoc on the stretch elastic. What is the strongest and best to use?