LEAP YEAR FLASH SALE!
Comments OffJoin us on leap year day, Wednesday, February 29th, 2012 to celebrate the extra day by taking advantage of multiple sales in the store. This “Flash Sale”, one day only event is a great way to save on all your favorite beads. ALL WOOD, SHELL, HORN, BONE, & RESIN BEADS- 50% OFF [...]
Gorgeous Hydro Quartz
Comments OffBut what does “Hydro Quartz” mean anyways? We are absolutely in love with these incredible cuts and colors of Hydro Quartz that we have in store but we often get customers asking us ” What is Hydro Quartz?” Here’s a look into what it means when a stone is labeled Hydro Quartz in our store. [...]
Upcoming Beading Social! Wednesday, Feb 22nd
Comments OffBEADWORKS BEADING SOCIAL EVENT Wednesday, Feb 22nd, 5-7 pm Bring your best gals to this fun event hosted in store on the evening of the 22nd. Refreshments will be served while all in attendance will learn to make either a pair of earrings for $15 or a bracelet for $30. A variety of project [...]
Beadworks Philadelphia Blog Write up on Examiner.com
We’re happy to say that we have now been featured on the Examiner.com Fashion Blog. The writer, Erica Delp, met us at the Intergalactic Bead Show in Plymouth Meeting and was so impressed with our selection that she wrote about us on the blog. If you have a moment, check out the article. Thanks, Erica! [...]
BEADWORKS PHILADELPHIA SUMMER SHOW!
IT’S OUR SUMMER SHOW! Don’t miss this fabulous opportunity to stock up on semi precious stones and all your favorite beading supplies at the one-day-only Sale and Show! This is our last large in store show until the fall-so come peruse our fine selection of semi precious stones, gemstones, findings, pendants, and so much more. [...]
Meet the Beadworks Bike!
WHAT’S WITH THE BIKE? Introducing the Beadworks Bike. We accquired this bike about a year and a half ago and have been using it around South Street ever since. At first, it was a helpful way to direct people to our store after we moved just a bit up the street. Now that people have [...]
What is the composition of plated metals?
Wondering what’s underneath the shiny exterior? We understand that it’s important to know what materials you are working with when making your jewelry. With Sterling and gold prices sky high, plated metals are becoming an ever more tempting alternative to putting a major dent in your wallet. Here’s some answers and FAQ to the most [...]
Awesome Tassle Earrings!
Don’t you love when beading can take on textile like qualities? When we saw these gorgeous Tiffany & Co. tassel earrings (designed by Solange Azagury-Partridge) that Natalie Portman wore at the Oscars this year, we wanted to try the look! Her earrings contained expensive rose cut diamonds and Rubellite beads, also known as Pink Tourmaline. [...]
Understand the Different Types of Gold Beads and Findings
Perhaps one of the most important things to know when you are designing your own jewelry is the difference between precious and plated metals. In this article we’ll be focusing on gold, and pointing out the differences, pro’s and con’s of gold filled, vermeil and gold plated metals. Gold Filled: by definition, gold filled is [...]
Understand Bead Hole Sizes and how to use a Bead Reamer
Bead holes can present a variety of challenges when beading. Hole sizes vary according to the material of the bead. Gemstones and pearls are generally sold on the basis of weight so producers drill the smallest hole possible. Gemstone holes are hand drilled from each side of the bead until they meet in the middle [...]
