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Introducing the Mino 11/0 Seed Bead: Precision, Quality, and Craft Consistency
Introducing the Mino 11/0 Seed Bead: Precision, Quality, and Craft Consistency
the new Mino 11/0 line from Direct Bead Supply delivers dimensional uniformity comparable to traditional Czech glass. Featuring smooth, thread-friendly holes designed for multiple passes with standard needles, Mino 11/0... Read more...
The Great Bead Spill: A Tragedy in Three Acts (And the $2 gadget that could have prevented all of it)
The Great Bead Spill: A Tragedy in Three Acts (And the $2 gadget that could have prevented all of it)
Sweetheart, pull up a chair and grab your coffee (or your wine - I don't judge). Today we need to talk about the thing that unites us all. Not love.... Read more...
Sheen True Cut- Are They Wroth it?
Sheen True Cut- Are They Wroth it?
The Tiny Beads with Big Main Character Energy: Welcome to the World of Sheen Beads ✨ If you are anything like me, your craft room looks less like an "organized... Read more...
"Bead-Life" Balance: Turning Chaos into Clusters
Is it just me, or is the world getting noisier? Between the pinging of the group chat (no, I still don’t know what we’re bringing to the potluck) and the general chaos of life in your 50s, sometimes a woman just needs to retreat. Last week, I had "one of those days." You know the ones, where the printer jams, the dog tracks mud across the rug, and you realize you’ve been wearing your shirt inside out since 8:00 AM. In the past, I might have reached for a tub... Read more...
The Ultimate Bead & Thread Size Reference Guide
The Ultimate Bead & Thread Size Reference Guide
This guide is a complete, practical reference to bead sizing, designed to remove confusion across all common bead types and materials. It explains how bead sizes are measured, why sizes... Read more...
Cylin Beads vs. Delica Beads
Cylin Beads vs. Delica Beads
Cylin Beads vs. Delica Beads: Which Should You Use for Your Next Project? Read more...
November Energies & The Healing Bracelets You Should Wear This Month
November Energies & The Healing Bracelets You Should Wear This Month
As the days shorten and the cool breath of November settles over the world, our bodies and spirits naturally shift inward. This is the month of release, reflection, and spiritual... Read more...
Types of Beads Explained — From a Bead-Obsessed Lady Who Has Seen It ALL
Types of Beads Explained — From a Bead-Obsessed Lady Who Has Seen It ALL
Types of Beads Explained From a Bead-Obsessed Lady Who Has Seen It ALL Alright sweetheart, pull up a chair and grab your coffee (or your wine — I don’t judge).If... Read more...
The Old Beadman’s Guide to Looming Magic
The Old Beadman’s Guide to Looming Magic
Beading looms open up a world of design possibilities — from intricate bracelets and chokers to patterned earrings and beaded tapestries. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine... Read more...