| p>If you are primarily making bead jewelry using | | | | There are a few basic patterns you have to learn |
| bead stringing techniques, I recommend that you | | | | but once you have practiced those and have |
| give bead weaving a try. | | | | them down, you will be able to weave most |
| Unlike bead stringing where you run your string or | | | | anything. I bead weave not only necklaces and |
| wire through a set of beads in one direction, with | | | | bracelets, but even rings as well. A matching set |
| bead weaving you will criss-cross both ends of | | | | of a weaved necklace, bracelet, and ring makes |
| your wire or string within selective beads | | | | quite an impression. |
| depending on the jewelry pattern. | | | | And if you are in the business of selling your |
| There are a huge variety of patterns available | | | | jewelry, bead weaving gives you an advantage |
| from very simple weaves to extremely complex | | | | because not many jewelry makers are doing it. |
| and intricate weaves. The complex ones can be | | | | This means your jewelry becomes unique in the |
| fun to try, but in my opinion the simple weaves | | | | eyes of your customers. |
| using a variety of different colored beads make | | | | In addition, bead weaving makes the final jewelry |
| more attractive jewelry pieces. | | | | piece look more complex so it has a higher |
| If you have gotten used to the simplicity of bead | | | | perceived value (meaning you can get a higher |
| stringing, then when you first look at a piece of | | | | price!) than jewelry made with bead stringing. |
| jewelry that has been made using bead weaving | | | | So if you are looking to kick your jewelry making |
| you may think it is too complicated for you to do. | | | | into a higher gear, give it a shot. Your jewelry |
| Don't let this stop you from giving it a try | | | | portfolio will take on a whole new and exciting |
| because I promise you that it is easier than it | | | | look! |
| looks. | | | | |