[Jewelry making - Article 01011] - Re: [Orchid] Beads and Beadwork

[Pat Waddington]

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    I wonder how many people who now are jewellery makers (be they
    professional, hobbyist or second job) began their  interest with
    beading? My beaded pieces are all made using gemstones, gold and/or
    silver and are well-made - hardly gimcrack. 

    No, beaders do not get any respect, despite having skills that many
    metalsmiths do not have, and which they can incorporate into their
    work. 

    I hate it when people assume that my beaded bracelets consist
    entirely of a few plastic beads strung on a piece of elastic with the
    ends knotted together. 

Pat

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