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Ask the Experts Selling Q&A
Q: I'm fine selling my jewelry face to face, right up to the point where I have to ask for the money. Then I get nervous. How common is that, and what can I do about it?
Ask the Experts Art Show Q&A
Q: I just had a bad experience selling at a local show. It was well-attended, but there were mostly ''bargain-hunters'' there who complained about my prices. What can I do to make sure I don't wind up at another ''flea market''?
Ask the Experts Seed Bead Fringe Q&A
Q: How do I correct a tension problem in my seed bead fringe?
Ask the Experts Flat Back Crystal Application Q&A
Q: I am fairly new to beading. How do I attach flat-backed crystals to a T-shirt or blouse?
Ask the Experts Bead Holding Tools Q&A
Q: I was born with only one hand, but LOVE making jewelry. It's my most favorite thing to do. I was hoping that you could suggest some gadgets that would help me when I need to hold two tools in my hand. The hardest things to do are closing jump rings and holding earring backs while attaching drops. Any suggestions? Thanks so much!!
Ask the Experts Making A Flat Briolette Bail Q&A
Q: How do I make a bail for a flat briolette using sterling wire?
Ask the Experts Designer End Head Pin with Loop Ideas Q&A
Q: What can you make using 3-3.5 inch head pins with a designer end with loop? I find it is too thick for most of my beads. Any design ideas for them?
Ask the Experts Setting Marcasite in Art Clay® Q&A
Q: I'm interested in doing silver clay jewelry. What's the best way to get started? I love marcasite. Can I put them in the silver clay and then heat or is it best to glue them in later. Would I use jewelry glue or slip?
Ask the Experts Rosaries Q&A
Q: I'd like to make a rosary using either wood or glass round beads. What kind of chain do I use? I've never worked with chain before.
Ask the Experts Using Flexible Beading Wire with Gemstone Beads Q&A
Q: Is 0.014-inch beading wire a good size for 10mm lapis lazuli and 16x12mm tourmaline beads? Will a 0.08mm inside diameter crimp work?
Ask the Experts Most Secure Charm Attachment Q&A
Q: What is the most secure way to attach a charm or bead to chain?
Ask the Experts Crimping Pliers Q&A
Q: Do I have to use crimping pliers when using crimp beads?
Ask the Experts Manufacturing Q&A
Q: How are seed beads made?
Ask the Experts Business Ethics Q&A
Q: I find great inspiration from the Gallery of Designs and the Beading Instructions. Will I get in trouble if I make and sell my jewelry using inspirations from these resources?
Ask the Experts Seed Beads Q&A
Q: Do Delica® beads fade?
Ask the Experts Finishes Q&A
Q: What is the difference between seed bead finishes such as matte, inside color, transparent, etc.?
Ask the Experts Charity Sponsorship Q&A
Q: A local charity is hosting a run, and they asked me to ''sponsor'' it. I'm willing to participate, but I'm not sure how to get the most out of my contribution. Any suggestions?
Ask the Experts Email Marketing Q&A
Q: I sell my jewelry online from my own website. I'd like to send follow-up emails to clients, but I don't want to annoy them. What's the best way to stay in touch after the sale?
Ask the Experts Beading Loom Q&A
Q: What should I consider when buying a beading loom?
Ask the Experts Using Beading Cones with Multi-Strand Designs Q&A
Q: How do you make multi-strand necklaces and fasten the wires to a cone-style clasp? How do you attach the cone to the clasp?
Ask the Experts How to Thread Beading Needles with Ease Q&A
Q: I have a major problem threading a size 10 or 11 beading needle with a wire threader, but need to use a thin needle for peyote stitching with seed beads. I use a Wide Eye needle for loomwork and have great success with it, but the needle is too long for off-loom stitches. Do you have any suggestions? Thank you.
Ask the Experts Heated vs. Dyed Colored Stones Q&A
Q: What is the difference between "heated" and "dyed" colored stones?
Ask the Experts Keeping Jump Rings Closed Q&A
Q: When I close my jump rings, they won't close enough to keep from letting the other jump ring slide out and have the piece come apart. The space is very small, only enough for my fingernail. I use the tool I purchased from you that looks like a ring and fits on the finger.