Types of Beads

Beading is a craft that is fast becoming popular. of various kinds, shapes and sizes are used to make artifacts, necklaces, bangles, earrings, pendants and so on. You would be amazed to know that there are beads available in various colors and hues that can be used for all kinds of beading projects and jewelry making. Listed below are the various types of beads that can be used in jewelry making or beading project.

Glass Beads

Glass beads come in vibrant colors and shapes and are very popular among children and adolescents. There are different kinds of glass beads ranging from Czech glass beads to lamp work beads to Millefiori beads to bumpy glass beads.  Do you know that glass beads are one of the oldest types of beads used since time immemorial? Glass beads are used to not only make jewelry but also to decorate serving bowls, vases and in fabrics to add beauty.

Natural Beads

Bone bead is one of the natural bead types that are popular among the youngsters today. The bone beads are carved out of the bones of animals. The most popular bone beads are made from ivory and they are very expensive. Jewelry made from natural beads add natural beauty to the wearer and blend with any outfit. Though originally, they were carved out of the ribs bones of elk. Today, the bone beads are commonly made from the bones of bison and water buffalo.

Wood Beads

Wood beads are used to make charm bracelets that are chic and stylish. This is in vogue among the youngsters. Wood beads are available in various shapes, sizes and hues. The wood beads are usually dyed in natural colors. These beads can be used to make necklaces, earrings and are at times used as buttons in dresses, mostly in ethnic wears.

Gemstone Beads

Another popular type of beads that are used by the jewelers is the gemstone beads. These beads are made from precious and semi-precious gemstones; are available in various shapes and sizes. The gemstone beads are popularly used to make necklaces, bangles, bracelets, earrings and pendants. The gemstone beads are also used as spacer beads by jewelers.

The other commonly used beads include metal beads, stone beads, pearls, and plastic beads.

Exclusiveness of Glass Bead Jewelry

Beads compliment a piece of jewelry in a way that none other accessory can. The kind of beads a person wears tells a lot about his personality and attitude. Beads come in all shapes and sizes. Depending upon the kind of jewelry and individual preference, one can pick the type of beads that are best suitable for his/her requirements. One of the most popular types of beads is the glass bead. The jewelry made of these beads is not only exquisite but also possess a distinct quality.

Glass beads have been manufactured since a long time. Various methods are used to create different types of glass beads, however, the most popular process is by winding in which glass is heated at a very high temperature till it starts melting and thereafter wound around a wire made of steel and given shape using graphite or wood.

There are many typed of accessories that are made of glass beads such as bracelets, necklaces, earrings, anklets and pendants. Glass bead bracelets can be found in several shapes, sizes and colors. Mostly crystal, semi-precious and vintage glass beads are used to make bracelets. One can also opt for customized bracelets based on his/her personal taste.

Glass beads are widely used in making stunning necklaces. As everyone must agree that necklaces are one of the most artistic ornaments used for the purpose of body adornment, the use of glass beads adds to their beauty and appearance. Glass beads necklaces are affordable, elegant and available in a wide range of colors. Different sizes of glass beads can be used to make exclusive necklaces to suit a buyer’s preference and requirement.

Pendant made of glass beads are also greatly popular amongst people, especially, the modern day women. These pendants can go with any outfit and occasion. Women of all age love to wear glass bead pendants in order to accentuate their beauty and grace. Glass bead pendants are available in many shapes, sizes and colors to suit a person’s choice.

Due to high availability and great affordability the glass beads can be worn by anyone. One can choose the jewelry made of these beads as offered by the jeweler or can also get it made by providing his/her own design. There are many manufacturing techniques used these days that make this task of making customizes glass bead jewelry extremely easy.

Before buying any piece of glass bead jewelry, one must understand his/her requirement very well in order to pick the right piece. Also, one must check the jewelry for any manufacturing defects such as cracks or broken glass of the beads because due to the fragile nature of glass there could be cases of defects in the piece of jewelry.

Before zeroing on a jewelry dealer to purchase your special glass bead jewelry, a buyer must first perform a thorough research on the credibility and history of the dealer in order to avoid any mischievous acts of fraud by the seller. One all the things have been taken care of you can sport your glass bead jewelry on every special occasion and stand out in the crowd.