How to Start a Bead Collection
Collecting beads is a fun and exciting hobby. Collecting beads is a great way to begin the process of handmade jewelry design. There are all types and colors of beads in a variety of styles that you can purchase. Craft stores, retail stores, online stores and so many other places offer different kinds of bead designs that can be purchased at many different prices. When collecting beads, it's better to get the quality then to worry about the quantity. The better quality bead that you have, the better your jewelry will turn out, and you will also have a better chance at selling the jewelry design.
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Things You'll Need
- Container(s) to put beads in
- About $20 to $25 to get collection started
- Plenty of shopping motivation
- A passion for beads or handmade jewelry
Instructions
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Research stores in the area where you can purchase beads. Try retail stores that offer craft sections such as Wal-Mart. Also try craft stores such as Hobby Lobby or Michaels. Beads can also be purchased online by simply searching for "beads."
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Buy a container or multiple containers to put your beads in. There are plastic cases, all different types and sizes of containers that have slots for different kinds of beads.
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Think about the bead type and style that you are looking for. Decide on the colors you want to buy. Start a bead shopping list of the types and colors of the kinds of beads that you would like to buy.
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Set a budget. This step is very important. If you don't set a certain amount that you plan on buying, you will overspend! Stick with your bead shopping list.
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Purchase your beads at the selected stores that you would like to shop. Then organize them into your storage containers by color, style and shape.
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Stay up-to-date, after you have purchased your first collection of beads, with current color and style trends to keep your jewelry designs up-to-date for those who like trendy designs.
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