The Bead Gazette July 07

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July 2007 
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Hello Fellow Bead Lovers, Welcome to this month's edition of The Bead Gazette.

Did you miss last month's newsletter? The Bead Gazette is now archived. If you miss a copy or need to reference a past article you can just come to our site and find what you are looking for under the tab "Tips, Tricks & Snippets."

 Beading Tip
 Make Shift Tool Organizer

One of the greatest tool holders for jewelers is actually a Popsicle Maker. You can find one that has 27 holes at Wal-Mart in the Housewares section for around $5.00. I keep three or four tall and thin items in each hole and have everything at my fingertips. They stand 5" tall, 9" long and 3"deep.

This month's tip was sent to us from Mary Lee Rogers, Owner/Designer Buffalo Woman Jewelry, Nashville Tennessee

Have a tip you'd like to share? Email us with your tips, questions or comments.

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 Marketing Tip
 Art & Craft Show Selling

 

Where to Begin

One of the most difficult aspects of selling your hand crafted jewelry at Art & Craft festivals is finding the shows initially and contacting the promoters in time to secure a space. There are a number of ways to find shows in your area. The easiest is to attend any shows you are considering. Usually there is a booth or some area set up with information on the show's promoters or you can ask one of the exhibitors. Other good places to get local information are:

·        Chamber of Commerce

·        Department of Tourism.

·        Civic Center

·        Charitable Organizations

·        Craft and Hobby Shops

·        Local Papers

Once you've attended a few local shows as an exhibitor, you may decide you are ready to go nationwide. Below I've listed a few places you might want to check in order to find some of the shows outside your local area:

·        http://www.artandcraftshows.net

·        http://festivalnet.com

·        http://www.beadshows.com

·        http://www.craftsreport.com

·        http://www.artfairsource.com

·        http://www.artscraftsshowbusiness.com

·        http://www.craftshowsusa.com

·        http://www.craftmasternews.com



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 Bead Project Tutorial
 Make a convertible bracelet/necklace


Wear an eclectic mix of beads as a bracelet or as a necklace - connecting a chain extender will double your options. This project provides the perfect opportunity to use leftover beads, so feel free to combine various shapes and colors.

We are in desperate need of more tutorial writers. If you are in the least bit interested please don't hesitate to contact us. For more information see September's article.

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 All About Beads
 Seed Beads Explained

It's hard to believe that for centuries, the production of seed beads has been shrouded in secrecy. Bragging about the techniques would have cost a Venetian bead maker his life a few hundred years ago and, even today, the Japanese closely guard some of the processes involved in seed bead production.

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 Fashion Forecast
 Summer 2007

A swingy dress is the must-have for summer. Slip one on in the morning - so quick and easy - and you'll look great all day. We also love the freshness of clear beads - one of the season's hottest jewelry trends. Look for pieces made with white topaz, Swarovski crystal, Lucite and clear plastics, moonstone, resin, quartz, and glass. Other jewelry you won't want to be without: stacking rings, stretch bracelets, and a locket.

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 Color Challenge
 

Please email June's Color Challenge photos to us by July 31,2007 to participate in the drawing. Photos received after that date will still be posted on the site but they will not be eligible for the drawing.

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 Photo Gallery

We need your photos for our gallery! Do you have a special piece created with some of our beads? Take a photo of it and send it to us to use in our photo gallery. Be an inspiration to others.

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As always, we love hearing from you. If you have any suggestions or comments you'd like to share please feel free to send us an

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Until next time, Happy Beading.


Debra Long
The Beading Emporium








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