Then Saturday 6th July at Worcester Bead Fair in the beautiful village of Omersley, Omersley Village Hall, WR9 0DY. Both shows free entry & refreshments!
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Choosing the Right Pearls
Lower costs while maintaining quality, with freshwater cultured pearls, rather than saltwater. Available in various sizes and colours, providing versatility for designs. Synthetic glass pearls are excellent for budget-friendly projects – mimicking natural pearls at a fraction of the cost.
Essential Tools and Materials
Pearl Earrings
Pearl earrings are a quick and stylish project. Materials needed: Two pearls, headpins, ear wires, and pliers.
Combining Pearls with Other Materials
Mixing pearls with semi-precious stones, glass beads, or metal accents saves money and creates stunning pieces. Experiment with different combinations to achieve a unique look. Like: a pearl and leather necklace to create a rustic yet chic look. Or pearl and crystal earrings, that adds affordable sparkle to the design.
DIY Kits and Online Tutorials
If you’re new to jewellery making, consider starting with a kit with step-by-step instructions. Online tutorials and videos can also guide you through techniques and projects.
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Lincoln Bead Fair
Despite home-made cakes and air-conditioning this show as quieter than expected. Maybe a little out of the way? However, we’ll be back at this excellent new hall next year.
Essex Bead Fair
Our busiest Essex Show ever – and we’ve been going to to Sheila HarrisonGreat Bromley for over 8 years. Packed hall from start to finish, with many visitors from East London. Picture is Sheila at Essex with her amazing designed jewellery & crystals – see Saturday 6th July at Worcester Bead Fair.
To see a short video of the show click: Essex Bead
Ruby was considered to have magical powers, and worn by royalty as a talisman against evil. It was thought to grow darker when danger was imminent. Ruby is the hardest mineral after diamond. The word Ruby comes from the Latin “ruber,” meaning red. It comes in hues from an orangey red to a purplish red, but the best are a true red – and is called a sapphire in any colour other than red.
Rubies were thought to represent heat and power. Ancient tribes used the gem as bullets for blowguns, and it was said that a ruby would boil water instantly. It has been said that the ruby’s red glow comes from an eternal flame, making a gift of this stone symbolic of everlasting love. Powdered ruby was used as a cure for indigestion, and the ancients believed it would bring good fortune.
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Onyx used in architecture isn’t a form of quartz at all, but a type of limestone marble. Onyx is very similar to agate. With straight bands of brown, white or black, where agate has curved bands of many colours. Although regarded as protective, onyx has a reputation as a stone of discord. Onyx was worn to cool the ardors of love, probably because it helps to balance the mind and emotions. Not only avoided by lovers, but also at night, as it provoked nightmares.
However, it does improve concentration and devotion, hence many onyx rosaries. Onyx is a strength-giving stone, aiding confidence and useful for athletes. Its energy is a mental tonic and can help you cope with fears and worries, making you feel in harmony with your surroundings.
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Bead Fairs 2024:
Sunday 16th June: Cheshire Bead Fair, Goodwill Hall, Wrexham Road, Faddiley, Nantwich CW5 8HY
Saturday 22nd June: Lincoln Bead Fair, North Kyme Village Hall, Vacherie Lane, North Kyme LN4 4DL
Sunday 23rd June: Essex Bead Fair, Great Bromley Village Hall, Parsons Hill, Gt Bromley CO7 7JA
Sunday 30th June: Norwich Bead Fair, George Brest Western Hotel, Arlington Lane, Norwich NR2 2DA
Saturday 6th July: Worcester Bead Fair, Omersley Village Hall, Sandys Road, Omersley WR9 0DY
Weekend 27th-28th July: London Gem n Bead Fair, Kempton Park, Staines Road East, London TW16 5AQ
We've booked 29 shows so far this year - click: 2024 Bead Fairs. More To Follow!
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