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Our 5 Favorite Blue Gemstone Beads
Is blue your favorite color? If so, you’re in luck! We have all sorts of amazing blue gemstone beads that are just waiting to become a part of your next...
Top 6 Beads for Jewelry Making
Whether you are a beginner jewelry maker or you are trying to come up with new ideas for your creations, the right beads serve as the foundation of any successful...
6 Gemstones that Promote Feelings of Peace
Stress and anxiety are common parts of life that impact everyone from time to time. With all of the challenges we face at home, at work, and in the world...
Crystal Healing: The Powers of Tourmaline Beads
First discovered off the West Coast of Italy by Dutch traders in the late 1600s or early 1700s, tourmaline has been a prized stone for centuries. While geologists appreciate the...
The History of Labradorite Beads
Labradorite beads are a beautiful and unique option for creating truly one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces. While discovered much more recently than, say, diamonds or turquoise, labradorite has a rich history and has...
3 Ideas for Using Large Hole Pearls
Genuine pearls are an incredible addition to any jewelry-making project. These unique gemstones have long been prized for their luster and beauty. They come in a huge assortment of colors,...
How to Care for Metal Beads
Metal beads are beautiful and unique additions to any jewelry-making project. They come in a wide range of different metals, sizes and shapes, and they work well either on their...
Stefilia’s Stone: The Magic of Larimar Beads
Found only in one place on earth, the Dominican Republic, larimar is as rare as it is breathtaking. Also known as Stefilia’s Stone, the gemstone’s spectacular sea-blue color and rarity...
How to Incorporate Jump Rings into Your Jewelry Designs
As a jewelry maker, you have a wide range of materials literally at your fingertips. From beads and chains to bails, clasps and toggles, there are all sorts of supplies...
Jewelry Journal: Working with Solar Quartz Beads
Quartz comes in many different forms. If you are looking for a unique type of quartz to use in your jewelry-making projects, solar quartz is an excellent option. These colorless...
What Are the Different Types of Stone Beads?
Beads come in many different forms. There are the plastic beads commonly used by elementary school students for arts and crafts, glass beads, metal beads, wooden beads, beads made from...
The Best Places to Sell Handmade Jewelry
Do you love designing unique jewelry for yourself or as gifts for friends and loved ones? If so, you may also enjoy selling your creations for profit. Selling handmade jewelry...
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Beyond the Bead — Dive Deeper Into the World of Gemstones
From ancient symbolism to spiritual energy, every stone has a story. Pick a path below and let the journey begin.
Gemstone Meanings & Symbolism
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