Making Jewelry with Murano Beads
August 6th, 2006 by Summer
Murano glass beads are among the most beautiful and admired beads in the world. Given the exquisite design, vibrant color and handmade craftsmanship of Murano glass beads, it’s no wonder everybody loves them.
Murano glass beads are one of a kind!
Although you can make necklaces, pendants, bracelets and more with Murano glass beads, we will focus on Murano glass bracelets and Murano glass necklaces.
Murano glass beads make beautiful jewelry!
You won’t need many materials to make jewelry from Murano glass beads, just a clasp, wire and Murano glass beads. Types of clasps vary. Choose whatever complements your Murano Glass beads. You might want to add spacer beads to protect your Murano glass beads.
Murano glass beads make a stunning statement!
To begin, gather your Murano glass beads and supplies. To determine wire-length, drape it around your neck or wrist adding two inches to each side. Before stringing any Murano glass beads, attach a closure to your wire-end. Fold two inches of wire over, looping it around the closure’s hole.
String your Murano glass beads however you like. Mix bead colors and shapes. There are many different Murano glass beads so be creative!
Within two inches of your wire’s end, slide the other closure onto the end, wrapping the wire twice. Slip the wire-end under the first couple Murano glass beads. Pull the wire tight and trim any excess.
You’ve just finished your first piece of jewelry from Murano glass beads!
In time you’ll want to experiment with other Murano glass beads, designs or styles. Whatever you create will be beautiful, one of a kind jewelry made of Murano glass beads. Let your imagination go wild. Have fun with your Murano glass beads!
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