Tag Archives: Bead Making

Polymer Clay Bead-Making Tips

Polymer clay is a wonderfully versatile medium for making beads that can be assembled or worn alone as pendants. Here are a few tips to make the button making process easier and more creative. Condition the clay before use Polymer clay cannot be used straight from the package; “seasoned” should be first. The simplest way […]

The Ancient City of Mohenjo-daro

Mohenjo-daro is an ancient Indian city in present day Pakistan. The city is sometimes called by other names, but the name Mohenjo-daro is the most common and means Mohen. It was once a busy city that could house about 35,000 people. It is now the largest buried ruin that lies on the banks of the […]

Making Bracelets with Beads: It’s All in the Wrist!

Like many other women, I love beautiful bracelets. I’ve had bracelets ever since high school, and my taste in bracelets has gone from the cheap dress variety of the 80’s to the modern variety made primarily of glass and Swarovski crystals. When I searched online to find handmade bracelets, I was shocked to see some […]