What is bead making?
Bead making is an ancient craft universally practised among various ethnic groups in Nigeria. Beads are small, round/curved perforated objects which are sometimes painted. They are usually strung to form necklaces or bracelets or even attached to garments to yield a decorative effect. The act of using beads to make earrings, bracelets, bags, necklaces etc is called "bead making".
Materials needed
-Side-cutters
-Crimps
-Beads
-Tigertail wires
-Bolt ring clasps
-Chain nose pliers
-Closed jump rings
Procedures
1. Choose a good location where you can concentrate more. Also, gather your beading materials.
2. Select a length and determine your necklace style.
3. Use your bead stringing materials to make as many strings as you like.
4. Use your crimping beads to attach to the ends of the wire(s) to one jump ring on each end. Use the crimp wires to crimp the beads and flatten then until they permanently hold together.
5. Attach the chains and closure to your beaded wire using the chain nose pliers. Don't forget to measure the length.
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