Bead Encyclopedia 101


 

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by Valorie Clifton

Ah, seed beads!  What is it about these tiny bits of glass that inspire such wonderful creativity?  People have been fascinated with beads for millennia, from the times of crudely carved bone and shell beads to today’s modern glass and crystal masterpieces.  Seed beads allow for so many possibilities in design due to their small size and seemingly limitless color possibilities. 

In this class I will provide an overview of some of the most popular brands, sizes, shapes and finishes for seed beads.  The photographs are of beads from my own, jealously guarded treasure trove.

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