الجمعة، 25 أبريل 2014

Reasons To Buy Hand Knotted Jewelry

By Eloise Hewitt


Stringing beads is a basic technique for making necklaces, bracelets and other items. There are many different ways of stringing, using different types of thread, beads and techniques. Skill is required to do this and the quality of workmanship found in hand knotted jewelry can vary, depending on the person making the item. The best pieces are well worth purchasing, making a welcome addition to your collection that will last for many years.

Items of jewelry are chosen to compliment the dress style and personality of the person wearing the piece. A mass produced item does not offer the originality of a hand crafted item. The wearer can be sure that a one-of-a-kind item is being worn that has subtle differences due to being hand crafted. Wearing such a piece on an occasion like a birthday or a wedding can help to make a person feel even more special.

Items like this are widely available and this can make a decision difficult. The choice is virtually unlimited due to the variety of styles. The advantage when buying from an online source is that prices and styles can be compared more easily than when physically going from store to store. There is also something to suit all budgets and tastes, from more classic items like pearl necklaces to more ethnic items like intricately woven jade bracelets.

When looking for gifts, it is important to take the style of person you are buying for into consideration and not just select what you like. Be observant and make sure you check what items are preferred, whether gold or silver, large Bohemian pieces or vintage items. You can select a quality piece that will be appreciated for many years to come.

Silk thread is most frequently used when using a knotting technique for soft, organic beads. Beads like coral, natural turquoise and pearls benefit because the knots serve to keep them from rubbing together and becoming scratched. Once they are scratched or damaged in any way, dirt is attracted, making the problem even more noticeable.

Using silk thread also seems to allow beads, particularly pearls, to have more movement and flow. The thread used can be a perfect color to match the beads used or a contrasting color thread can be chosen to add interest. Silk comes in many different colors, allowing for a range of aesthetically pleasing results.

The maker of the piece has to make sure that the right type of thread is used and the decision as to whether to use a single or double strand is also important. The appearance of a piece can be spoiled if the knots are too large in relation to the beads. One of the main advantages of such a piece is that if the string breaks, only one bead is lost as there are knots between each bead. Your beads do not have to end up scattered all over the floor.

Those who are skilled at this craft usually have years of experience, enabling them to produce pieces of quality and durability. If you are buying from an online store, it is important to read reviews written by other customers. Policies regarding shipping, returns and exchanges should also be considered. This will help ensure that your online shopping experience is not a disappointing one.




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