Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Heaven is the Perfect Crimp End

I'm pretty excited when I discover a finding that works beautifully.  I'm even more excited when that finding is attractive and professional looking.  That explains, in a nutshell, why I am so thrilled with Nina Designs' crimp ends.  Their four petal design works equally well for silk ribbon, braided leather, multi-strand cording and more.  It's easy to use (practically idiot proof!) and looks great every time. 
Imagine my glee when I discovered that Nina Designs makes this lovely crimp end with an integrated hook and eye system in brass as well as sterling silver!  (Of course, we now carry both at Bead World!)  Designed to coordinate with 14K gold filled, this anti-tarnish brass crimp end takes it to a whole new level.  Juanita, a key member of the Nina Designs team, created this gorgeous piece with the brass crimp end closure.  Beautiful, elegant and functional -- that's my idea of beading heaven!

Saturday, June 19, 2010

It's finally here!

Jewel Kade National Launch Event!
As seen on American Idol, now new to the Boise Area 

Rembrandt's Coffee House in Eagle
(93 South Eagle Rd)
Thursday, July 1 at 7:00pm


There will be raffles and giveaways, you don't want to miss it! I have seen the new additions to the catalog, and trust me, they do not disappoint. Be the first in the valley to get your hands on some!
That night only: BUY 3, GET ONE 1/2 OFF!
Also: A Crazy-Awesome Raffle for $50 off!
  • For each $25 spent in jewelry, get 1 ticket
  • Try on 5 pieces of jewelry, get 1 ticket
  • Bring friends, 1 ticket each
  • Book a party that night and get 10 tickets!
  • Become a stylist yourself, get 20 tickets (there's only 6 of us in the Treasure Valley!) and one free charm of your choice. There's never been a better time with only 500 stylists nationwide!
Change your wardrobe, Change your life!!!

Friday, June 18, 2010

FLEXIBLE ELECTRICAL DENTAL CHAIR untuk DOKTER GIGI

Alat Kedokteran Gigi  ini memiliki spesifikasi sebagai berikut:
- Full Electric Chair, Smooth 24 Volt DC ( Motor Actuator)
- Meja dilengkapi dengan :
   - 1 set three way syrimge
   - 1 set Connector High Speed (4 hole / 2 hole)
   - 1 set Connector Low Speed (4 hole / 2 hole)
   - Film Viewer
   - Pad Control + Manometer
- Tempat kumur porselen set dilengkapi dengan:
   - Meja Asisten
   - 1 set three way syringe
   - 1 set Saliva Ejector

   - Electric timer cup filter  +  Electric Bowl
 - Lampu halogen 12 volt 50 watt ( 2 intensitas sinar, high & Low )


Harga   : Rp 26.000.000,00
Garansi : 1 tahun

Saturday, June 12, 2010

Have You Checked Out Beaducation.com?

I'm the first person to spread the word about my favorite places, and let me just tell you:  If you haven't been to http://www.beaducation.com/ yet, you are missing out!  Lisa Niven Kelly's fun, interactive site offers the innovative beader lots of opportunities.  Free video lessons, project ideas and custom products compliment the host of online beading classes.  Lisa's exuberant designs are liberally represented, but she's brought in a whole team of fantastic designers to teach along side her.  Seriously, check it out!


Gorgeous inspiration on their blog!



Classes and instructions you can't find anywhere else!


Metal stamping in an avant garde way!

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Now is the time, Ladies! (and men who are confident in their masculinity!)

Ok, it really doesn't get any better than this. From now til June 30, you can sign up as a Jewel Kade stylist and get a limited edition Journey Begins bracelet for FREE. That's right--for those of us who signed up earlier, we actually had to work for it, but for those of willing to get in before their national launch, it's yours for the taking!

If you're thinking, "A Bracelet? That's all you got?" let me explain. This isn't just any ol' bracelet, it's a specially designed piece of art from Janet Kinkade herself, created to reward those who knew a good opportunity when they saw one, those willing to take a chance on a start-up company, those who have passion for beauty! And this bracelet will set you apart at all conventions as one of the first--one of the front-runners bringing Jewel Kade to the nation! Janet will be looking for it on your wrist, so if you were ever thinking about signing, NOW IS THE TIME!!!
Another perk of signing? Well, if you jump on the band-wagon before June 13, you'll be a part of a unique sampling opportunity of the new catalog that debuts July 1. This means you'll get to purchase any or all of their new releases at 40% off. Oh my word, my heart is singing! I can't tell you how beautiful the new chains and charms will be, but trust me, Janet has pulled through!For those of you wondering if this is for you and would just like to be the first to host a party in July with the new catalog, I still have some available dates. But hurry quick, my calendar only has 3 available spots!!! Of course, you could do a catalog party anytime....

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

My Best Necklace Ever

Every beader has an example of the one time they just hit it out of the park.  You know, that certain design that everyone comments on and wants to steal.  I made a necklace about six years ago that is still my all time favorite piece.  I was inspired by a picture in a magazine, purchased some gorgeous chalcedony rondelles and whipped it up one summer afternoon.  Never did I suspect that I would spend the next six years explaining that 1) it wasn't difficult to make and 2) I wouldn't mind if they copied it.

It's actually a really easy piece, you see. Just select approximately 4.5 feet of any oval link chain.  (Mine is sterling silver, nicely aged by throwing it on the bathroom counter and leaving it there for weeks, repeatedly.)  Cut it into a whole bunch of 5 link pieces, or whatever length you prefer.  (Really, it doesn't particularly matter.  My piece took 36 sections, plus 2 pieces of about 3 inches of chain for the back.  You'll need to adjust for the size of the chain you select.)  Pick out some gorgeous rondelles, somewhere between 6 and 10mm.  (Mine are 8mm chalcedony, but faceted Czech glass, Swarovski crystal and pearls have also worked out nicely.) 

Now for the fun part! 
  1. Using 22 gauge wire that matches your chain, cut 18 pieces that are 3 inches long. 
  2. Form a wire wrapped loop on one end of a piece of wire.  Add the end link of TWO of the pieces of chain BEFORE you wrap the loop closed.  Both chains should dangle freely.  Now, wrap that loop closed.  Cut off any extra wire.
  3. String on one of your beautiful rondelles, then form another loop.  Once again, string on TWO of the chain pieces, and then wrap the loop closed.  You've now formed a chain unit. 
  4. Continue in this manner until you have built a 12 inch section with open chain on each end.  Then repeat to build a second twelve inch section.  Lay the chains together and align the ends.
  5. Form a wire wrapped loop on one end of a piece of wire. Add the end links of ALL FOUR of the end pieces of one side of the necklace BEFORE you wrap the loop closed. This will permanently attach the two sections together. Now, wrap that loop closed. Cut off any extra wire.
  6. String on one of your beautiful rondelles, then form another loop. This time, string on the end of one of the 3 inch chain pieces for the back, and then wrap the loop closed.
  7. Repeat this process on the other side of the necklace.  Add the clasp of your choice and Voila!