Saturday, October 30, 2010

New Arrivals

An all time favorite is Onyx. It's elegance and satin-on string look keeps us captured and amazed. This is one Agate you can pair with anything. It's very flexible in it's range: you can go from early morning day-care to mid day meeting and right into the rich night life or dinner party. Onyx is popular with all age groups and men as well as women love it alike. So why not? Buy Onyx today...

Friday, October 22, 2010

Oscar Mayer Star

Would you like to meet one of our finest and youngest customers/actors?  D'ani Gumb is the young talent in the backseat of the Oscar Mayer Commercial. Smile with us and enjoy her commercial. Who knows, you might want to snack afterward. D'ani comes from a family of actors and star athletes. Her brother was the son to Eddie Murphy in the movie Daddy Daycare. D'ani loves beading. Together with her mom Gena they create very special jewelry and earrings. Her next commercial should be a jewelry one. What do you think?

Snack and bead ...

Tiny visitors

We thought we should share with you the cuteness of these tiny visitors. In the spirit of Halloween, one of our customers brought in her dogs. Look and smile with us!

Enjoy

Beading Yoga

Beading Table Stretch

Place your hands on the edge of the table.
Stand back with your feet apart.
Drop your head and chest. 
Breathe and relax your shoulders.


Page 70
Office Yoga
DarrinZeer

Beading Yoga

Late Beading Stretch

Place both hands on the doorjambs at shoulder height, feet hip-width apart.

Gently let your body stretch forward.

Relax your head and breathe.

Beading yoga

Have you found yourself in the situation that you needed to stop beading to get up and stretch? While preparing those gorgeous gifts and beautiful masterpieces you might need to take a break and 'refresh' your body. Try our easy ' Beading yoga '. These techniques are taken from the book : Office Yoga, by Darren Zeer


Stretch, Yoga, Bead ...

Free ....


What a bargain... For a limited time you can get suede strands for free. When you purchase a total of 10 strands you receive two extra strands for free.  In other words, you will get 12 strands for just $10.00.  Buy them separately and pay only a dollar per piece.  Just in time for all those gifts this season!

Bead and gift


Gift Idea

Everybody is busy, everybody keeps a schedule, even if only a light version. Take a regular schedule and wrap it in leather. You can glue it onto the schedule and decorate it with beads, beads on string, beads on a pin or beads on wire. Any fabric will do and you can customize everything. Bows, hearts, cut outs and flowers give it a personal touch. Finish it by adding a snap or closure. Do you know a writer? Would you like to inspire a friend or family member to write? This is a wonderful idea for a personalized journal/ diary for gals or boys age 11and up.

Happy beading

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Gem of the Week

Amethyst

Amethyst is the 'go to crystal'. If you are looking to improve your life and free yourself of any addiction this is the crystal for you!

According to The Crystal Bible:

....,
Healing

Amethyst boosts production of hormones, and tunes the endocrine system and metabolism. It strengthens the cleansing and eliminating organs and the immune system. An excellent cleanser for the blood , Amethyst relieves physical, emotional, and psychological pain or stress, and blocks geopathic stress. It eases headaches and releases tension. This stone reduces bruising, injuries, and swellings, and treats hearing disorders. It heals dis-eases of the lungs and respiratory tract, skin conditional, cellular disorders , and dis-eases of the digestive tract. It is beneficial for the intestines, regulating flora, removing parasites, and encouraging reabsorption of water. Amethyst treats insomnia and brings restful sleep.

At a subtle level, Amethyst balances and connects the physical, mental, and emotional bodies*, linking them to the spiritual. It cleanses the aura* and transmutes negative energy, and stimulates the throat and crown chakras*. ......

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Attributes

Amethyst is an extremely powerful and protective stone with a high spiritual vibration. It guards against psychic attack*, transmuting the energy into love. A natural tranquilizer, Amethyst blocks geopathic stress* and negative environment energies. It's serenity strong healing and cleansing power, and enhances spiritual awareness. Traditionally, it was worn to prevent drunkenness and has a sobering effect on overindulgence and physical passions, supporting sobriety. It overcomes addictions and blockages of all kinds. ....

....Amethyst is extremely beneficial to the mind, calming or stimulating as appropriate. .....

....This stone facilitates the decision-making process, bringing in common sense and spiritual insights, and putting decisions and insights into practice. .....
....Amethyst enhances memory and improves motivation, making you more able to set realistic goals. ....


The Crystal Bible
By Judy Hall, page 53


Amethyst

....dark violet crystal quartz
Indications: alertness, justice, inner peace, helps overcome grief and losses, awareness, sense of judgement, constructive thinking and acting, good for the skin, alleviates pain, tension and lower high blood pressure.

Healing Crystals
By Michael Gienger, page 13

Amethyst

....light violet crystal quartz
Indications: peace, spirituality, clarification, meditation for intuition, good clear dreams, improves fitful sleep, enhances conscious perception and understanding experiences, good for headaches, the lungs, skin and nerves

Healing Crystals
By Michael Gienger, page 13


Amethyst is a defining stone, it either speaks to you or you completely dislike it. Equipped with newly gained knowledge your jewelry can impact it's recipient on a whole new level. It might influency a person and bring forth some long awaited changes. Without a doubt, amethyst enhances any project based on these paragraphs.


Trick or treat,
Give me something good to bead...

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Additional classes

By large demand we have extended our wire classes. Additionl necklace and ring styles are now available. These are the classes you always wanted to take. This wire work is art and will bring out the true jeweler in you.
Please check our website for class availability, www.beadsofparadise.com

Sign up and payment required before class date.

New: From the Ocean to You

We are bringing you a new spin on what the Ocean offers in beads. Now, you can purchase those elegant and luxurious Coin Pearls in Quarter size! In addition, our gorgeous new stick pearls display the extravagant and dramatic look for this fall. Can you see yourself in these breathtaking pearls? Paired with Crystals, Turquoise or stunning Coral you build a necklace which will make a mermaid blush. The possibilities are endless and the beauty is everlasting.

New: From the Ocean to You

Rediscover Coral, one of Nature's most precious resources. In a new shade of fall colors this Coral is bound to make you the center of attention. Nothing compares to the beauty of these beads. Knotted, strung or wire wrapped, you will create a master piece as a painter would paint his art. This exclusive and rich looking bead is a must have this fall. Let your imagination take you on an under the sea adventure.

Gift Ideas

This season, make that very exceptional, ah-moment grasping and stunning piece you always wanted to give. We offer new wire classes that will wow all recipients. Did you want to make an entrance like no other? You can, here! Wear that one of a kind piece you have been dreaming about! Weather you use Diamonds, natural Quartz or Swarovsky Crystals you can learn how to create the most amazing piece of jewelry.
Above are some pictures of our wire classes. Can you imagine what you will create?
You can find our schedules online at www.beadsofparadise.com or feel free to inquire at our stores.

Do you know a beader who would love to take our classes? Gift certificates are available at our stores.
If you have taken our classes, we would love to see your projects! Send them in or take a picture to our stores and we will publish them here. Come and share the beauty of your art work!


Sign up and bead!

Monday, October 4, 2010

Earrings

From: The After 8
Elegant Evening Jewelry
By Wendy Simpson Conner


Since our 'Quick tips' is all about how to make a pair of earrings in under 20 - 30 minutes, I have found some additional ideas for earrings. We hope you will get inspired to make a pair of your own. Send us pictures of your creations.

Ready, set, ..... Bead

Answer: what is this made of...

It has come to my attention that we did not post the answer. Well if you look at the bracelet you see that is made from a fork. In this case, an antique silver fork! What a unique idea.

Keep those beading ideas coming!

1,2,3.... Bead

French

Bienvenue,
il est tellement agréable de vous joindre à nous. Nous sommes un magasin aux États-Unis d'Amérique. Vous pouvez commander sur notre boutique en direct. De plus au monde! www.beadsofparadise.com Nous écrire au sujet de nos magasins ainsi que des nouvelles, des conseils, des modèles et le plaisir rien.

Venez suivre notre blog. L'inscription est facile. Il s'agit d'un bouton de clic dans le milieu de la colonne de droite.

C'est merveilleux de vous rencontrer, venez nous visiter souvent. Boutique avec nous.

Que l'aventure commence.

Démarrez le fun

Persian

خوش آمدید ،
آن را خیلی خوب از شما به ما ملحق شوند. ما یک مغازه و در ایالات متحده امریکا. شما می توانید از فروشگاه ما سفارش مستقیم. همچنین در سطح بین المللی! www.beadsofparadise.com ما نوشتن در مورد فروشگاه ما نیز به عنوان اخبار ، راهنمایی ، الگوها و سرگرم کننده هر چیزی.

بیا و دنبال وبلاگ ما. ثبت نام آسان است. این دکمه کلیک کنید در وسط ستون سمت راست است.

این فوق العاده است از ملاقات شما ، دیدار ما می گوییم. فروشگاه با ما.

اجازه ماجراجویی آغاز خواهد شد.

را آغاز کنید و لذت ببرید

Russian

Добро пожаловать,
это так мило, что вы присоединитесь к нам. Мы магазин в Соединенных Штатах Америки. Вы можете заказать в нашем магазине прямой. Также международном! www.beadsofparadise.com Мы пишем о наших магазинах, а также новости, советы, шаблоны и все весело.

Приходи и следуй за наш блог. Процесс регистрации прост. Это нажмите кнопку в центре правой колонке.

Это замечательно, встретиться с вами, заходите к нам чаще. Магазин с нами.

Пусть приключение начнется.

Начало веселья

Spanish

Bienvenido,
es tan amable de tu parte a unirse a nosotros. Somos una tienda en los Estados Unidos de América. Usted puede ordenar de nuestra tienda particular. También a nivel internacional! www.beadsofparadise.com
Escribimos sobre nuestras tiendas, así como noticias, consejos patrones, y nada divertido.

Venga a seguir nuestro blog. El registro es fácil. Se trata de un botón, haga clic en el centro de la columna de la derecha.

Es maravilloso conocerte, nos visitan con frecuencia. Tienda con nosotros.

Que empiece la aventura.

Inicio de la diversión

Italian

Benvenuto,
è così bello di voi ad unirsi a noi. Siamo un negozio negli Stati Uniti d'America. È possibile ordinare direttamente dal nostro negozio. Anche a livello internazionale! www.beadsofparadise.com Noi scriviamo i nostri negozi e notizie, suggerimenti, modelli e qualcosa di divertente.

Vieni a seguire il nostro blog. La registrazione è facile. Si tratta di un tasto di scatto a metà della colonna di destra.

E 'meraviglioso per incontrare voi, visitateci spesso. Negozio con noi.

Che l'avventura abbia inizio.

Inizia il divertimento

Swedish

Välkommen,
det är så snällt av dig att gå med oss. Vi är en butik i USA. Du kan beställa från vår butik direkt. Även internationellt! www.beadsofparadise.com Vi skriver om våra butiker samt nyheter, tips, mönster och allt roligt.

Kom och följ vår blogg. Registreringen är enkel. Det är ett klick på knappen i mitten av den högra kolumnen.

Det är underbart att träffa dig, besök oss ofta. Handla med oss.

Låt äventyret börja.

Starta det roliga

Greetings

We thought it would be nice to greet some of our readers from different countries in their own language. We have prepared a short welcome and hope you will like it! Please, feel free to leave us comments.

Sincerely
BoP

Sunday, October 3, 2010

Question



What is this made off?

We had a customer who was wearing this interesting piece of jewelry! Can you guess what it is made off. Unfortunately, this is the best picture we could take. It was so shiny that the pictures blurred. However, we believe, you can still get a good idea what it is made of.  Please, let us know what you think and leave a comment or contact us. We will post the results later.

Happy beading...

Gem of the Week

Citrine
The money stone. It's color can range from yellow to yellowish brown or smokey gray-brown.
Natural Citrine is comparatively rare; heat-treated Amethyst is often sold as Citrine
Citrine can be found in Brazil, Russia, France, Madagascar, Britain and the United States
Healing
Citrine is an excellent stone for energizing and recharging. It is highly beneficial for CFS and reverses degenerative disease. Citrine stimulates digestion, the spleen, and the pancreas. It negates infections in the kidney and bladder, helps eye problems, increases blood circulation, detoxifies the blood, activates the thymus, and balances the thyroid. It has a warming effect and fortifies the nerves. Citrine is an eliminator-it relieves constipation and removes cellulite.
Position
Wear on fingers or throat in contact with the skin. Wearing a Citrine pointdown brings the golden ray spirit into the physical realm. Position as appropriate for healing. Use a sphere for meditation. Place in wealth corner of your home or business, or in your cash box. Citrine fades in sunlight.
Attributes
Citrine is a powerful cleanser and regenerator. Carrying the power of the sun, this is an exceedingly beneficial stone. It is warming, energizing, and highly creative. This is one of the crystals that never needs cleansing. It absorbs, transmutes, dissipates, and grounds negative energy and is therefore extremely protective for the environment . Citrine energizes every level of life. ....
... Citrine is one of the stones of abundance. This dynamic stone teaches how to manifest and attracts wealthband prosperity, success, and all good things. .....
... Psychologically, Citrine raises self-esteem and self-confidence, and removes destructive tendencies. ....
... Mentally, Citrine enhances concentration and revitalizes the mind..
... Emotionally, Citrine promotes joy in life. ....
... Physically, Citrine imparts energy and invigorating to the physical body. ....

                               The Crystal Bible
                               By Judy Hall

Citrine is very popular and looks great when paired with silver.  It is the perfect gift stone/ crystal.  Who would not like to receive abundance?  It certainly adds a rich appearance to any beadwork.

Another book states:

..... Citrine gives courage to face life, gives joie de vivre, aids self-expression, helps with depression.....

                                Healing Crystals
                                by Michael Gienger


Now that you have gained all this knowledge bead a Citrine Masterpiece!
Get ready...... on your mark..... bead!

Friday, October 1, 2010

What is going on

We are having a very busy week!  This site needs updates, new gadgets, we  make new business plans  and we are having some wonderful new celebrity clientele.  All of this kept us occupied these past days.  It is an opportunity for us to work with so many well known people.  So you can share our excitement I  am working on getting some official 'bead' interviews for you.  Apparently, there are more steps to an interview than asking questions.  That did not discourage us and soon you will be able to read some of the fun we had.
In other news, it has been rather hot this week.  We are providing our customers with refreshments and snacks.  After a long busy day, snacks and bead shopping seem to be the perfect tools to unwind. 
In addition, we will bring you the "Gem of the Week", finally.  We will post the written part.  However, due to technical issues we will add the pictures the following day.
Many new posts are in the works and you might find that some days we post more than one.
Look for the new post which will list some of our new classes, with pictures.

Have fun and bead on