Comments on: I Need Good Findings For My Paper Beads https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/ free jewelry tutorials, plus a friendly community sharing creative ideas for making and selling jewelry. Sun, 23 Sep 2018 23:23:22 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.7.15 By: Mary Akinadewo https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/#comment-602291 Sun, 23 Sep 2018 23:23:22 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=31092#comment-602291 I like making paper beads it’s a hobby.

]]> By: David https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/#comment-578259 Tue, 16 Jan 2018 21:48:59 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=31092#comment-578259 I use colored metal bead caps glued in with e6000. The paper beads are coated with at least five coats of clear nail polish, over multiple coats of Modge Podge or clear Elmer’s glue.

]]> By: Judith https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/#comment-578237 Tue, 16 Jan 2018 18:55:03 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=31092#comment-578237 I second the idea of Czech silver and gold beads or seed beads. They will not require the chemical cleaners that metal beads will, which could damage your paper beads. Venetian Murano glass beads lined with sterling silver or 24K gold foil are beautiful too if you can afford them.

An alternative would be to use oxidized silver (or silver-plated pewter) beads which are supposed to look dark and rustic. You get a similar effect with antiqued gold-plated pewter.

All these are widely available. Good luck. I love paper beads.

]]> By: Sherri https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/#comment-429880 Tue, 16 Feb 2016 12:41:54 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=31092#comment-429880 Karen,
I don’t really have any one particular brand to mention as far as findings but I do have a website where I showcase my handmade paper beads if you would like to take a look since you are just getting started with making paper beads!

]]> By: Fran Selinger https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/#comment-48162 Mon, 20 Jan 2014 02:52:13 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=31092#comment-48162 I read something today which I found interesting, if not profound. Eventually, any metal will tarnish, except for pure gold and platinum. Therefore, care and storage of your metal beads is very important. And if you’re using quality components, the care you take will be worth it as you’ll have a piece of wearable art that will last forever. Just make sure that you pass on this information to your customer and they won’t be disappointed.

]]> By: Cindi Bernloehr https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/#comment-47938 Wed, 15 Jan 2014 23:27:01 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=31092#comment-47938 I have a friend that makes paper beads and them I make them into different designs. I like using antique copper, brass or gunmetal because these don’t tarnish and I like the vintage look with the paper beads.

]]> By: Val https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/#comment-47910 Wed, 15 Jan 2014 17:00:12 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=31092#comment-47910 I would recommend surgical steel or stainless steel. Stainless is a little pricier but still a lot less than sterling silver.

]]> By: Janine https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/#comment-47845 Wed, 15 Jan 2014 00:51:50 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=31092#comment-47845 I have been using silver filled findings. It’s a bit cheaper than sterling and it’s a really thick durable coating much thicker than plating. Search Artbeads, Fusion beads or fire mountain gems for them

]]> By: Karen https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/#comment-47822 Tue, 14 Jan 2014 20:36:15 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=31092#comment-47822 Thanks for your comments ladies. I just love making my paper beads, and I agree they can be very beautiful. I may decide to sell some at a craft show my friend is working in May. But for now, I’m making them for fun and to give to friends…improving and perfecting the process and beads as I try new things. I feel I am making a professional grade of bead, being careful to seal them well and paying attention to detail. I’m concerned that anything I use with them (especially if I do sell some)…findings, etc. be nice and wear well but not cost a fortune. As this is my first venture into making jewelry, I have been buying just what I need at the moment from Hobby Lobby, Michaels, etc. (findings, seed beads, and very small silver and gold beads). However since I only started this hobby in November, I have very little feed back as to how well my bracelets are holding up. Thanks for anymore input!

]]> By: Ani https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/#comment-47814 Tue, 14 Jan 2014 20:07:00 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=31092#comment-47814 Not too long ago I was looking for the answer to this question also. It pays to use good quality findings, not cheap metals. I started by reading tutorials on sites like ArtBeads and Fire Mountain to see what findings they are using in their designs and how they look. That even helps you with sizes. Silver plated 22 gauge jump rings are a good start. Be sure you know how to open and close them correctly. You can find a tutorial to show you that. I also second the value of paper beads which are quite beautiful mixed with other kinds of beads. Have fun, Karen.

]]> By: Diana https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/#comment-47776 Tue, 14 Jan 2014 18:39:58 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=31092#comment-47776 Don’t discount the value of your beads because they are made of paper. I make paper beads for some of my pieces and my customers love them. They are very good sellers! In my opinion a good paper bead is worth more than some store bought beads because of the handcrafted nature. Your creative ability, your time, and your effort are worth something!

]]> By: Kathy Zee https://jewelrymakingjournal.com/i-need-good-findings-for-my-paper-beads/#comment-47759 Tue, 14 Jan 2014 15:43:56 +0000 http://jewelrymakingjournal.com/?p=31092#comment-47759 You could use Artistic non tarnish wire to make the jump rings, clasps, even some swirly beads. It comes in many colors, and the silver and gold especially I use for many things and it does not tarnish. As for beads that don’t tarnish, try the Czech glass beads in silver and gold, or many seed type beads instead of metal beads. Hope that helps.

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