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Ask the Experts Seed Beads Q&A

Q: Hello, I am looking for non-tarnish seed beads to use in my jewelry work. It is so disappointing when the lovely bright metal seed beads go all dark and they spoil the look of my beaded pieces. Can you help please?

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Ask the Experts Cleaners & Polishers Q&A

Q: Is there a way to disinfect jewelry when we are selling at our community market that won't damage stones or wire? Customers like to try on pieces to see how they fit, but if they don't buy them, the necklaces/rings/bracelets need to be disinfected before someone else tries them on? How??

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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A

Q: Do the stainless steel earring hooks you sell contain nickel at all? I purchased some and don’t want to sell any yet, in case they contain nickel.

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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A

Q: I have 3 cookie tins of screwback earrings from my mother’s jewelry collection. There are so many beautiful ones, but I don’t know how to change from screw or clip to pierced.

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Ask the Experts Cleaning & Polishing Q&A

Q: What is the best way to clean tarnished silver chain that has semi-precious stones included without harming the stones?

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Ask the Experts Polymer Clay Q&A

Q: Can polymer clay be painted on with water-based paints? Before or after baking? And what kind of sealer do you use on the finished product?

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Ask the Experts Zebra Wire Q&A

Q: I used gold-colored Zebra copper wire 20 gauge and in less than a week my son’s necklace has faded to grey. I'm kind of shocked. I tried cleaning it and polishing to no avail. I'm hoping this doesn't happen to any of the pieces I have sold. Very upsetting.

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Oksana Muminova

Experience the artistry of Oksana Muminova, where every stitch and bead transforms into a luxurious work of art, her greatest inspiration coming from life and her children.

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Ring

Capture the essence of love with this sparkling ring featuring a dazzling spinel blue cubic zirconia heart, perfect for marking special moments.

Design Idea RA2C

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Ring

Design a personalized, high-end ring like this sterling silver piece with a ruby and vibrant cubic zirconia stones—perfect for memorable occasions.

Design Idea RA2A

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Earthy and dramatic, this necklace and earring set showcases hand-cut coconut shell beads, antique brass-finished accents, and Czech pressed glass leaves.

Design Idea RB2A

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Shell flowers bloom with shimmering style in this necklace and earring set. Ideal for summer fashions, shell transitions easily into winter wear as well.

Design Idea RF2U

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Two-Piece Midi Ring Set

Memory wire is perfect for creating delicate midi rings, like these two beauties adorned with Czech pearl-coated druk beads and a sparkling rhinestone.

Design Idea RA27

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Bracelet

Strands of black leather cord embrace a sterling silver charm in this rugged, masculine bracelet, which features an uplifting charm.

Design Idea RB28

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Kumihimo Bracelet

Create a kumihimo bracelet in your team's colors with Satinique™ thread—perfect as a thank-you for a special man. A sports-themed charm can add a fun touch!

Design Idea RB2H

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Three-Piece Necklace Set

Create this meaningful necklace set honoring Veterans Day. This look is right on point with layered necklaces and USA pride.

Design Idea MG29

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Earrings

These shimmering Crystal Passions® teardrops are delicately suspended from sterling silver ice pick ear wires, offering a classic look for any season.

Design Idea RF2V

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Ask the Experts Gemstone Beads Q&A

Q: Hi, I have been working with Agate Druzy stones lately and I'm finding that the stones lose the bright color after they have been worn in jewelry up against the skin. Is there a sealant that I can use to keep this from happening? I appreciate any insight you may have! =)

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Ask the Experts Wire Q&A

Q: Wire gauge size 6 and 8 in inches.

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Ask the Experts Beading Material Q&A

Q: How can I ensure that the longer necklaces I design using heavy beads (porcelain, marble, glass, etc.) will not come apart from the weight. I am using AccuFlex 0.019 49-strand wire. On these longer necklaces, I sometimes use a clasp and other times I do not use a clasp. Would extra crimps work? Would they work at the back where the clasp would be or would it be better to work them into the design of the necklace so they could be spaced throughout the length of the piece? Other ideas?

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Ask the Experts Thread Q&A

Q: What type of thread is used to make the tassel on a graduation cap?

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Ask the Experts Seed Beads Q&A

Q: When using beads and E6000 to glue a cabochon to ultra suede or Lacy's Stiff Stuff, is one row of beads around the base sufficient? Some instructions say to add several rows of progressively smaller beads, some don't. This is for a stationary object not jewelry. Thank you for your help.

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Ask the Experts Wirework Q&A

Q: I am playing around with wire to make earrings. I need to flatten the ends. Which type of hammer would do the best job. I just purchased a chasing hammer with a flat other end. Is there something better?

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Ask the Experts Crimp Ends Q&A

Q: I am using 0.5mm leather cording and am not sure what size crimp cap ends to use with this size cording? Thank you.

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