Tips & Techniques
Get tips and techniques to become a better beader at Lima Beads.
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on “How to make a paper bead”:“Does this kit tell u how to make the smaller beads shown in the detailed photo…” read »
on “Learning the Ladder Stitch”:“I just finished up a triple wrap using the C-Lon size D, seems to be holding…” read »
on “Learning the Ladder Stitch”:“Just found out about your site from my son's teacher. Awesome variety of products and…” read »
on “Make a Transparent Resin Frame”:“Gaea-- what did you make!?!?!…” read »
on “Make a Transparent Resin Frame”:“Awesome! I got a chance to play with my Lima Studio resin kit over the weekend…” read »
- on “Stamping Blanks”:
“Looking forward to learning to crochet some wire.…” read »
on “Two-Row Pave Bracelet”:“I am in the process of making a third bracelet. The first two each had…” read »
- on “Using the Vintaj BIGkick™ by Sizzix”:
“Ali, would you say that fine silver 24 gauge and up would be as safe as…” read »
- on “Apply Gilders Paste To A Stamped Blank”:
“LauraW- you could, but you may want to "tooth" the piece up a bit, so that…” read »
- on “StazOn Ink Basics”:
“Well, Staz On is solvent based permanent ink ideal for non-porous and semi-porous surfaces... so I…” read »
- on “Using a Hand Punch”:
“The EuroTool punch plier can handle up to 18 gauge!…” read »
on “Using ‘Swellegant’ Metal Coatings & Colorants”:“LOVE the informative design tip spiced with humor!!! YOU ROCK!!…” read »
on “StazOn Ink Basics”:“When using this ink on leather, is there some type of sealant one could put on…” read »
- on “Using Lillypilly Metal Sheets & Discs”:
“I keep looking at these but I just can't decide what I would do with them.…” read »
- on “Using a Hand Punch”:
“How many gauge of metal can this punch handle?…” read »
- on “Apply Gilders Paste To A Stamped Blank”:
“thank you for this tutorial! I have a question-when I first started designing my own…” read »
- on “Learning the Ladder Stitch”:
“perfect tutorial/video! The first one I made is still doing quite well, but the working…” read »
- on “Knitting on a Spool with Soft Flex Beading Wire”:
“I love it-looks very relaxing, like kumihimo can be, I like the questions asked, but…” read »
- on “Using the Wire Twister Tool”:
“I use a household power drill. Just insert the wire(s) into the tip and tighten.…” read »
on “Make a Transparent Resin Frame”:“super cool and simple! endless possibilities with this technique if using shapes created with heavier gauge…” read »
on “Using the Wire Twister Tool”:“Interesting tool,but I find my power drill works fast and you can put multi wires in…” read »
- on “Wire Wrapped Cover on a Teardrop”:
“Looks great, KRode!…” read »
on “Vintaj Metallic Patina effects”:“I plan to buy these products. I love the way the Patina looks and these videos…” read »
- on “Wire Wrapped Cover on a Teardrop”:
“I like the messy version and the regular one depending on the look of the piece.…” read »
on “Learning the Ladder Stitch”:“k ty…” read »
- on “How to use McLees Multi Strand Clasp”:
“I'm interested in getting the paper bead making kit and one of the brass or bronze…” read »
- on “Using the Wire Twister Tool”:
“I love the tool and it's a great video! Thanks for all the helpful videos! Wire gauges…” read »
on “Using Lillypilly Metal Sheets & Discs”:“Just checked into the larger sheets. It doesn't appear that we'll be able to get 6x6,…” read »
- on “Make a Wire Wrapped Bead Link”:
“Thank you. E.W.…” read »
- on “Learning the Ladder Stitch”:
“if you're looking for a quick easy glue option, the hypo cement or LimaStudios tends to…” read »
- on “Making a Memory Wire bracelet”:
“Dutchy-- My favorites are the hypo cement or our very own LimaStudios epoxy: http://www.limabeads.com/Adhesives-C3769…” read »
- on “Making a Memory Wire bracelet”:
“I'm new to jewelry making and have so much to learn. You mentioned using glue at…” read »
- on “Tying a Lark's Head Knot”:
“Thanks so much! My Mom picked up some beautiful donut pendants for me and I…” read »
- on “How to make a paper bead”:
“I recently made 2 necklaces w/matching earrings with my first paper beads.sold both sets within a…” read »
- on “How to make a paper bead”:
“I,too, would like to know when you have these kits back in stock. Thanks!!…” read »
on “Decorivets!”:“This is a great tutorial; to the point and simply put.…” read »
- on “How to make a paper bead”:
“I want to try making the paper beads.When will the kit be back in stock?Can you…” read »
- on “Stamping Blanks”:
“Want to start doing this.Really like this.Only site that I have found the supplies.Thanks Lima Beads!…” read »
- on “Non-Identical Twins”:
“I love this idea!…” read »
on “Learning the Ladder Stitch”:“I can't wait to try this, I just need to get the right supplies. I have…” read »
About this Tip:
Stamping metal blanks is as easy as 1...2...3 with this tutorial.
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Different amounts of pressure makes different impressions on your stamps.
Components:
The products featured in this tip are listed below.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Step 1: Put your blank on the block. |
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Step 2: You can tape it down with masking tape or painter’s tape if you’re worried about the blank slipping on the steel block. |
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Step 3: Hammer text or design stamps. It may take multiple taps to fully imprint the design. |
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Step 4: Pull off tape and enjoy! |
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On Jun 07, 2011 at 11:57 am #
shimmer chick says:loving this new section… Thanks Lima!!! even experienced beaders can learn new tips from these.
On Jun 17, 2011 at 8:06 am #
trinkets says:Thanks for the tip about using painter’s tape to hold your blank in place…..if you want to be sure your letters are even the tape makes a good guide too!
On Aug 13, 2011 at 4:20 pm #
N Saccoccio says:is it possible to buy only the white nylon or hard black “Rubber” used under the steel round bench block?
On Jan 02, 2012 at 1:11 am #
S Moffett says:Been wanting to start making this type of jewelry for quite some time. Thanks for the help.
On Jun 26, 2012 at 10:35 pm #
Tazzie says:I’m new to stamping – well not really – just can’t get the hang of it. When I hit with enough force to get an imprint of the stamp, there are also dents in the block. If I hit with less force, no imprint or either just a piece of it. I can’t seem to get that one good lick. How?
On Jul 10, 2012 at 3:40 pm #
KatBlue60 says:I am new to this as well. I have the same problem in stamping, and can’t really afford the hammer and steel block they use here. Are their other options?
On Mar 29, 2013 at 3:54 pm #
Courtney L says:I am new to this as well, I am using a hammer from the hardware store right now and it seems to do the trick. As I get better I will invest in a better hammer but for now my 16 oz Wal-Mart hammer is working out okay.
On Apr 05, 2013 at 10:35 am #
Laurel p says:Want to start doing this.Really like this.Only site that I have found the supplies.Thanks Lima Beads!
On Jun 09, 2013 at 7:48 pm #
R Sowles says:Looking forward to learning to crochet some wire.