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Seed Beads

By ttroye | Published: March 19, 2012

“Seed Bead” is a generic term for any small bead. There are various types in shape and size such as Round, Cylinder (Delica), Hexagon, Bugle, Triangle, Drop, etc.  Seed beads are primarily fabricated from glass in the Czech Republic and Japan. Seed beads range in size from 1.3mm to 3.3mm. Larger numbers mean smaller beads. The [...]

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New Workshop Added

By ttroye | Published: March 19, 2012

New Workshops dates added for March and April with more to come.   Classes and Workshop in Vallejo

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New Workshop Schedule is Up

By ttroye | Published: January 6, 2012

Take a look at the new workshop schedule and workshops….     New BOHO Workshop  

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BABE 2011 (November 11th, 12th, and 13th) Workshops by The Urban Crafter

By ttroye | Published: November 2, 2011

Well I am at BABE 2011 (Again)  offering my Beading to Hobby Workshop and a NEW workshop see both descriptions below: http://www.beadextravaganza.com/classes/by_date.htm Beading Hobby to Beading Business Saturday 9 am – 6 pm with a 2-hr lunch Tuition:  $120 Description: Are you ready to move to move from to Hobbyist to Business Owner/Designer? Not sure [...]

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Stringing Materials Part 1

By ttroye | Published: September 29, 2011

String and beading go hand and hand, right? To help answers all the question I receive regarding…”what string should I use or “what is THIS for…here is my response: Stringing materials used to bead, knot, and string beads include: Beading Cord Beading cord is thicker than thread. Use it in knotting pearls, macrame and crochet [...]

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Trends to Watch

By ttroye | Published: August 15, 2011

Trends for the Fall to Watch that I love The chunky charm bracelet has been one item that is a must have accessory for all.  

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