Spring for Beads
What is spring bringing to bead designs and fashion? In scanning the current fashion trends, I am seeing tons of beads, baubles and chains, not to mention sweet charms of all sorts. At Ralph Lauren, Oscar de la Renta, Lanvin, and Chanel each designer is showing beads, chains and baubles in layer on top of layer. They are having fun with their jewelry; mixing different mediums together to make a very bold statement. Creating looks that everyone can wear. In addition to famous design houses, places like White House/Black Market, Chico’s, Coach, Express and American Eagle are getting in on the act; offering ...
Africa’s Bead Culture
Beading Around the World - Africa's Bead Culture The last week of October is Beads Weekin Ghana in West Africa. Exporting beads has become a major source of income for many in poverty stricken areas of Africa, besides being a major source of cultural exchange between Ghana and Italy and other European countries. Ghana and Italy have long been linked in history. As early as the 15th century, makers of glass beads began shipping their products to Ghana in Western Africa. The beads were important for increasing the status of Chiefs and Queens and were used in ceremonies that marked rites of ...
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Spring for Beads
What is spring bringing to bead designs and fashion? In scanning the current fashion trends, I am seeing tons of beads, baubles and chains, not to mention sweet charms of all sorts. At Ralph Lauren, Oscar de la Renta, Lanvin, and Chanel each designer is showing beads, chains and baubles in layer on top of layer. They are having fun with their jewelry;... [Get all the details.]
Africa’s Bead Culture
Beading Around the World – Africa’s Bead Culture The last week of October is Beads Weekin Ghana in West Africa. Exporting beads has become a major source of income for many in poverty stricken areas of Africa, besides being a major source of cultural exchange between Ghana and Italy and other European countries. Ghana and Italy have long... [Get all the details.]
Attracted to Orange Jewellery
Why Are We Attracted to Orange Jewellery? Orange is a festive colour. It has multiple benefits, the boldness of red coupled with the vibrancy of yellow. It has a bold and cheerful personality. Its colour meaning is associated with sunsets, dancing playful fires and carefree autumn leaves. Orange Jewellery expresses full-bodied lust for life and no doubt... [Get all the details.]
Murano Glass Beads
Murano Glass Beads – 101 on the History of Blown Glass Beads From Murano Italy Jessica loves the art of Murano glass. She wants to share this love with all of the people around the world. Are you interested in Murano glass beads? In this article I am going to give you the 101 on the history of blown glass beads from Murano Italy. There are many... [Get all the details.]
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