Tips & Techniques
Get tips and techniques to become a better beader at Lima Beads.
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on “Wrap Loom Basics”:“Love the video. I had been intimidated by the seed bead projects until I saw…” read »
- on “Make a Bolo Necklace”:
“where to find the supplie…” read »
on “Using Lillypilly Metal Sheets & Discs”:“Love, love Lima Beads! Huge selection, such original designs!…” read »
- on “Crystal Clay”:
“I'm thinking about using this material to line a 'yerba mate gourd' made out of wood.…” read »
on “Non-Identical Twins”:“I've always had a "thing" about earrings having to match -- my new idea is for…” read »
on “Non-Identical Twins”:“These are all brillant! I have not matching sets all ready to put together when…” read »
- on “DIY Pom-Poms”:
“Very cool using a fork!!…” read »
on “How to set a Nunn Design Glass Dome”:“Try painting the back of clear domes with shimmer nail polish. You'll get a great effect,…” read »
- on “Make a Stretch Bracelet”:
“I agree about the need for glue - it's essential for a stretch bracelet that won't…” read »
- on “Rejuvenating Gilders Paste”:
“Anyone have a recipie to make your own Gilting Wax. I've tried mixing mic powder with…” read »
on “Finishing Large Acrylic Chain”:“These chains are completely fun!…” read »
on “Make a Stretch Bracelet”:“The glue really helps the stretch cord stay in that knot & also into the bead…” read »
- on “Apply Gilders Paste To A Stamped Blank”:
“hard to see, a close up would be helpful…” read »
- on “Make a Stretch Bracelet”:
“Do you have to use the glue?…” read »
- on “Using the Beadalon Jump Ring Maker”:
“Do you carry the oval jump ring maker? I like to make all of my findings…” read »
- on “Rejuvenating Gilders Paste”:
“GP dries nice & hard & should not rub off. But you can also apply a…” read »
- on “Using a Crimp Cover”:
“You crimp & fold over the crimp bead then add the cover. Adding the covers used…” read »
- on “Using a Crimp Cover”:
“question: do you crimp the bead first and then the cover or is it a one…” read »
on “Making a Memory Wire bracelet”:“I just made my 1st Memory Wire bracelet! I love it, its super easy! Your right…” read »
- on “Making a Memory Wire bracelet”:
“i LOVE THE MEMORY WIRE BRACELETS. …” read »
- on “Making a Memory Wire bracelet”:
“I'm new to beading and had a disaster with looming my clasps came apart. So I thought…” read »
- on “Rejuvenating Gilders Paste”:
“I have used Guilders paste for other home projects and was recently considering using some I…” read »
on “String a Guru Bead on a Mala Necklace”:“Sooooo very helpful!! Thanks so much. Now that I finished my very first mala with a…” read »
- on “Using Lillypilly Metal Sheets & Discs”:
“I order so much from you folks. It is my favorite go to store. …” read »
- on “Make a Transparent Resin Frame”:
“How do you make your bail for this piece?…” read »
- on “Making a Shamballa Bracelet”:
“I have just run across you! Hope you can teach me as /ou have others,! …” read »
on “Using The Magic Finding”:“I have had Magic Findings in my findings for years. It is nice to have them used,…” read »
on “Making a Shamballa Bracelet”:“Love this jewelry . Yes I am going to join in and start making them too…” read »
- on “Finishing Large Acrylic Chain”:
“LOVE THOSE BIG CHAINS!!!…” read »
on “Making a Memory Wire bracelet”:“Have been experimenting with memory wire off and on. Got frustrated becs. bracelets I…” read »
on “Using Epoxy with Cabs and Settings”:“I use e-6000 for everything and anything...even on my shoe!!! But seriously, I set stones…” read »
- on “Using Epoxy with Cabs and Settings”:
“About the glues-I use E6000 for all my projects. It is very fast drying and…” read »
- on “Make a Stretch Bracelet”:
“Ready to start making men's jewelry, I think this is the place I can order…” read »
- on “Make a Stretch Bracelet”:
“Love these..great look..super easy!…” read »
- on “Make a Stretch Bracelet”:
“I never thought about using a bail slide.Thanks for that idea.…” read »
- on “Using a Leather Cord Crimp End”:
“You can use Super New glue, just one drop, to an end such as this--https://www.limabeads.com/Antique-Silver-plated-Square-Loop-End-5x8mm-P32130. Of course…” read »
- on “String a Guru Bead on a Mala Necklace”:
“I have big Pearl wirh one hole and I want to use it as pendant on…” read »
- on “Using a Leather Cord Crimp End”:
“Hello, I have a leather band of 5mm I do not know what to buy to…” read »
on “Adding a Focal to Patricia Healey Chain”:“I am a really gigantic fan of Patricia Healey's designs. I really love it that she…” read »
- on “Using ‘Swellegant’ Metal Coatings & Colorants”:
“It would probably be best if you visit Christi Friesen's site & ask the question there.…” read »
Watch the video below for a quick tutorial on the basics of using Enamel Accents to make colorful dots, teardrops, and other design effects on your metal.
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On Sep 29, 2016 at 4:59 pm #
Crystal Canary says:Fantastic! I have been looking for a product like this to fill-in on pendants. Was thinking of using car touch-up paints–but this will work perfectly. Love the wide range of colors. Thanks so much!!
On Sep 29, 2016 at 6:21 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:I love the enamel look and the ease of use from these enamels. I’ve only seen the torch fired enameling. I just don’t want to mess with fire since I use a card table in my family room for all beading. Now I don’t have to worry.
On Sep 30, 2016 at 8:53 am #
CAS says:Very cool, and looks super easy to use. Oh the possibilities!
On Sep 30, 2016 at 4:30 pm #
SquirrelGirl aka Angela says:These are awesome! I see that they can be used on metal but how strong is the bond? Is it permanent like the patinas? I wouldn’t want them it to chip off.
On Oct 06, 2016 at 12:23 pm #
S KatollakaSue says:Cool! I don’t want to use products that need open flame, so this is good. Sure opens a broad new door!
On Oct 15, 2016 at 5:54 pm #
sweetjane says:I can’t wait to get some!I’m a little shy of using a torch…so these are perfect!
On Oct 19, 2016 at 4:08 am #
Annabel says:That Caribbean Blue colour.. It calls me. This is awesome!
This is great for people like me who are afraid of setting the house on fire using a torch or naked flame.
On Mar 03, 2017 at 3:56 pm #
CzechChickStudio says:Would love it if they also came in metallics-gold, silver, copper, etc. I’d use a ton of it!!