Jewelry Making

I have recently started making swarovski crystal jewelry (earrings,necklaces, and bracelets) and i would like to know what the CHEAPEST out of all the websites are. I know about firemountaingems.com, but i just want to know if there are any cheaper places. P.S im not buying alot alot, im buying around 15-30 packs of beads, thats it. Thank you!

The cheapest website for Swarovski that I’ve found so far is BlueMud - www.bluemud.com . They have a discount system that gives you a percentage off based on how much you would spend before discount. Their first discount level starts at $50. I’ve been happy with every order I’ve gotten from them.

Using a basic example (4mm amethyst bicones - I just used the first colour I came across) to compare BlueMud and FMG’s prices: http://www.bluemud.com/5328-4mm-Amethyst-48-Pack-P2964.aspx vs. http://www.firemountaingems.com/details.asp?PN=H203182CY .. BlueMud’s prices at the base level are better than FMG’s at the second discount level (50-199), for that particular bead.

I’m not sure which beads you’re looking for.. I don’t know if all of their prices are better (for every shape and size of bead), but I think it would be worth your while to check it out. Since you only want to order 15-30 packs - that only puts you in the first discount level (15-49) with FMG, right? (Unless you’re buying other things as well.)

Good luck with your shopping!

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I need help with identifying what this item i need is called. its the little piece of thing hanging in between the pendant/crystal and the chain. I need to buy some but how do I buy it if I dont know what is called?

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You mean the little ring that holds the pendant on the chain? I have heard them called jump rings and findings.

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Anyone know some kind of rocks or minerals that is an orange crystal that kooks alot like dmt crystals I could use to make like a necklace.

Calcite is orange and comes in a wide variety of sizes and shapes, from points to polished cabs. It’s very easy to find and inexpensive and makes up into very nice wire wrapped pieces. There’s also aventurine, Amber, Wulfenite and topaz. All are available as points, tumbled stones, drilled chips and polished rounds. http://www.crystalsandjewelry.com/stoneid-oranges.html

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crystals and other semi precious stones have power when charged. A fake stone, lets say made out of plastic will not have any impact.
So choose a semi precious stone of color. Quartz crystal, rose crystal for love, onyx (black) for grounding etc.

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I make handmade jewelry - mostly beaded works (beadweaving with seed beads & crystals) which sometimes have sterling silver clasps.

I’d like to sell my jewelry but have a concern.

The thing is…..I smoke and am concerned of the jewelry smelling like smoke. (of course I don’t smell anything because I am a smoker)

Any tips on how to remove cigarrette smoke smell out of my jewelry? (keep in mind they are beads, crystals, nylon thread,, and sometimes sterling silver clasps)

I really doubt the smell is on the beads, I wouldn’t worry so much about it. But if it really bothers you perhaps you could wipe them down with a baby wipe.=)

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You have to go Michaels…

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Bead Hub has classes for making jewellry as well as the materials.

For just materials, you might want to visit People’s Park Centre at Chinatown. There’s a store next to the BATA shop that sells alot of beads at Level 1. There is another one on the 2nd floor, most prominently seen if you are walking across the overhead bridge from Chinatown Point to People’s Park Centre.

Other places you can look for is at Arab street. But I recommend that you visit those at Chinatown as they have more choices as well as pre-packed beads for your creation.

Here’s a list of the quite well-known shops. Hope it’ll be of more help.

BeadHub

URL: http://www.beadhub.com/
email: info@beadhub.com
91 Bencoolen Street
#01-17 and #10-01 Sunshine Plaza
SINGAPORE 189652 (SG) - City Location Map
(near Dhoby Ghaut and Bugis MRTs)

+65-6221-5253
Fax: +65-6223-4318

Hours: Mon-Tue-Thu 11:30 - 8:30, Fri-Sat-Sun 11:30 - 6:30
Singapore’s Largest selection of Natural and man-made jewellery making materials, tools and components, Established in 1987. Offers unique and comprehensive Jewellery-making courses taught by Tanja Sadow.

Listed since Jun 2005 (by the store).
Last update: 10/2/05
(New when listed)

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Lai Nguang Jewellery (formerly Buan Seng)

36 South Bridge Road
China town region
SINGAPORE 0105 (SG) - City Location Map
2227003, 5334601

Hours: Mon - Fri 9 - 5, Sat 9 - 3
Closed Sun and public holidays
Have tubs of very interesting beads they sell in varying amounts. Very helpful.

Listed since Apr 2002 (by a customer).
Last update: 12/27/05

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Precious Things

176 Orchard Road
#04-07 Centrepoint
SINGAPORE 238842 (SG) - City Location Map
97357030

Hours: 11 to 9
Imported Crystals/Glass/Semi Precious/Natural BEADS and assorted findings, Crystal Watch Faces/Lampworks etc. Classes/Workshops by USA Instructress - All the beads are unique and not available at most stores in S’pore. Personalised workshops.

Listed since Mar 2004 (by a customer).
No updates since then

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Tye Kheng (PTE) LTD

No.49 South Bridge Road
SINGAPORE 058681 (SG) - City Location Map
65357076 or 65353032
Fax: 65353159

A great shop, not to be missed by any visiting beader, they sell assorted beads in 200g packs, some really interesting stuff, and were very helpful.

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eg there is a company called fire mountain beads in america which sells everything, beads, crystals, findings, silver clay but then you have to pay customs charges and its not worth delivery if only ordering small quantities. I cant seem to find a uk company that sells everything at a reasonable price.

try these:

www.beadsunlimited.co.uk
www.craftkitsuk.com/jeweller1.htm
www.ideas-un-limited.co.uk/catalog/default.php
www.beads.co.uk
www.jillybeads.co.uk

…or search on beads and findings in www.google.co.uk

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I make handmade jewelry - mostly beaded works (beadweaving with seed beads & crystals) which sometimes have sterling silver clasps.

I’d like to sell my jewelry but have a concern.

The thing is…..I smoke and am concerned of the jewelry smelling like smoke. (of course I don’t smell anything because I am a smoker)

Any tips on how to remove cigarrette smoke smell out of my jewelry? (keep in mind they are beads, crystals, nylon thread,, and sometimes sterling silver clasps)

You can cover your items with coffee in a paper lined container. Both will absorb the odors.

If you sell your items you will need new and uncontaminated packaging items because many buyers are allergic or offended by smoke odors. Also, many people, like myself cannot inhale many perfumes or other odors. So odor free is the way to go.

Also use a little windex on the silver to take the nicotine off. It won’t harm your thread or other beads.

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