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January 31, 2008

By Ken Wilson

The talent and skills of Murano glassmakers have make it throughout the time and today they are more than true. Almost 100 years ago, artisans started their business on the Murano island from Venice, Italy and they haven’t stopped since. The glass jewelry created by them is purchased by people worldwide who consider it as not only beautiful but also unique.

Murano glass is something apart and there are many jewelry lovers who enjoy products made from it. The techniques employed are various and true specialists few. The Internet provides information on both the history of Murano glass making but also on the journey of glass jewelry since the oldest of times. There are many discoveries who have shown that glass jewelry is not such a new concept, being used as body adornment a long time ago.

Online, one can also find plenty of attractive offers for Murano glass jewelry. From all the ones available, Murano glass beads are amongst the most populars, being elegant and delicate. Many women browse the Internet looking for specialized resources and jewelry pieces at affordable prices. They are also interested to know about the wide variety of Murano glass beads and other details.

It is amazing how the island of Murano has been able to gain such a reputation with the passing of time. Glassmakers from Murano are the finest in the field and their work is much more than art, enabling them to keep ahead of times and anticipating upcoming trends. Their models are incredible and the quality unbelievable. One cannot help feeling unique when wearing such kind of glass jewelry.

Murano glass beads are part of what is called today as decorative jewelry. They can be threaded or strung, helping the wearer feel and look fabulous. Creativity speaks its word when it comes to the making of such jewelry pieces, of different sizes, styles and colors. The materials used are also very important as they can suggest a different image and improve one’s general appearance.

There are several methods employed in the making of Murano glass beads and every single piece of jewelry is renowed for its uniqueness and delicacy. The millefiori or the lace beads are some of the most popular in terms of glass jewelry, being famous for the unparalled technique used. Also, there are other amazing Murano glass beads such as: gold and silver foil, chevron and tosca. All of them are widely presented online, bringing the name of Murano closer to the modern times.

The process of creating glass jewelry and especially beads is complex and have to be done with extreme attention. Colors and techniques must be blended up to perfection, leading to spectacular creations and brilliant jewelry items. Glass beads are in style now as the latest fashion tendencies point to them as being ideal for any outfit.

Everyone wants to feel special and women in particular. The Internet can offer advice on how to dress, what shoes match with our clothes and what fashion tendencies to avoid. Practically, the online world is the best place to discover all about fashion and its amazing universe. Jewelry is an important part of our life and in consequence we feel the need to be informed on this subject.

Many women have discovered that purchasing jewelry with the help of the Internet is extremely convenient, as it saves the time employed to visit all the stores. They enjoy the wide variety presented online and are always in search of special offers. Murano glass is used for a lot of jewelry and it is extremely popular today. Glass beads made by Murano glassmakers are special jewelry items, which if worn properly, can have amazing effects.

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If you are interested in Murano glass jewelry, then you should visit our website and discover the incredible variety of jewelry pieces we have for you. Brought from the heart of Italy, Venice, our Murano glass beads are exquisite and represent just the touch of elegancy you’ve always been in search of!

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Why Christian Jewelry is so Effective

January 31, 2008

By Jeff Wendland Christian jewelry is one of the hottest new trends sweeping churches as men and women of all ages realize that lifestyle evangelism includes the way we present ourselves to the world.

Wearing Christian jewelry like Christian rings, Christian bracelets and Christian necklaces are powerfully effective ways to share our faith in Christ. Jesus commands all believers to go into all the world and tell others about him. And while there are many places and situations that make it difficult to share with words, we can demonstrate our faith by wearing beautiful Christian jewelry.

Christian T-Shirts are very popular, as are Christian hats and other apparel. But clothing that makes us walking billboards may not be appropriate in places such as the work or professional setting. But wearing a Christian ring with, say the ancient Christian fish symbol elegantly carved in silver, is always appropriate. There are dozens of beautifully crafted Christian rings in all sizes and in all price ranges. Sterling silver is the most popular and affordable.Prices are very affordable. A good quality Christian ring with a striking design that points to Christ or the Bible, can be found at many Online Christian Shopper sites or retail Christian stores for less than $20. Matching men's and women's rings can be bought as a set for less than $50.

The Christian jewelry trend began about five years ago as Christian crosses became wildly popular. Crosses, of course, still are. But now there are Christian rings, Christian earrings and Christian necklaces in the shape of a cross. And sunglasses - perhaps the most popular fashion accessory of the day - also now come with Christian symbols and even Bible verses engraved in the side.Christian jewelry is very much in demand these days. Tasteful and made of long-lasting quality metals and materials, they can easily be worn by both men and women. It looks at home in the board room or class room and it does in the locker room or family room.

Christian jewelry worn as a part of everyday work and personal life tells the world that its wearer knows the better Way and is connected to the source of Life, It often leads to great spiritual opportunities by opening up discussions that never would have happened had not the observer spotted the Christian jewelry item and started asking questions.

What a great opportunity.

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The author publishes the Online Christian Shopper Web site (http://www.onlinechristianshopper.com) specializing in Christian jewelry, rings, gifts and clothing.

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Selecting The Perfect Jewelry For Your Wedding

January 31, 2008

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Why Jewelry Making Videos Beat Jewelry Making Clas

January 31, 2008

By Eri Attebery OK. I have to admit right up front that I teach jewelry making classes. So why would I say to you that jewelry making videos are a better option than taking classes?

I've learned this from my own experience with my students. Some of my students take my jewelry making classes just because they want to spend some time doing something interesting and enjoy the company of other ladies. They look at jewelry making as just a hobby, and that's fine.

But my other students take their jewelry making a little more seriously. They want to make quality handmade jewelry for themselves, as gifts for friends and family, or even sell their jewelry for profit. If you are like these students then I recommend jewelry making videos as a more effective teaching tool, and also as a more cost effective option than jewelry making classes.

Why more effective as a teaching tool? It's pretty simple really. When you learn a new jewelry pattern in class you probably will have forgotten much of it by the time you get home. That's just how our brains work unfortunately. Even if you take home with you written diagrams showing the jewelry pattern of the piece you learned in class, many people, myself included, just can't translate a 2-dimensional diagram into a 3-dimensional world.

This can be a very frustrating experience, as I have learned with many of my students. To help my students overcome this I created jewelry making videos showing step-by-step how to create the jewelry pieces we made in class.

What a difference this has made not only in improving the quality of the jewelry pieces my students make, but also in eliminating their frustration level of forgetting how to make the jewelry pieces once they get back home from class.

What a jewelry making video allows you to do is watch every move the teacher makes in close-up detail. But probably more importantly, with a video you can watch the lesson over and over and over again, anytime you want, in the comfort of your own home. It's like being able to retake the class, for free, as many times as you like. This is especially important when you haven't made the jewelry piece in a while and you need a refresher. No need to pay for another class!

And that gets to my second point, why videos are more cost effective than jewelry making classes. When you take a class, private or group, you have to pay for the instructor's time. If you want to learn to make many different jewelry pieces, at $20/hr. for group lessons, and upwards of $40/hr. for private lessons, the cost can really start to add up. In addition, you are limited to learning whatever it is that the instructor wants to teach you.

With jewelry making videos, on the other hand, there is a vast and rapidly growing library of lessons available for viewing on the internet or on DVD. The cost for these lessons is very low, sometimes even free, and you get to own them forever. You never have to pay for them again.

If you are, or are thinking you might become, serious about your jewelry making, I recommend giving video lessons a shot.

Both the playback and the payback are hard to beat.

About the author:
Eri Attebery is a jewelry making teacher for www.JewelryMakingProfessor.com, a site dedicated to teaching jewelry making using videos with the E.A.S.Y. Jewelry Making System™.

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Jewelry Making: The Art of Lost Wax Casting

January 31, 2008

By Ian Maher

The art of lost wax casting, a technique that yields intricately detailed metal, dates back thousands of years with its true origin lost in ancient history. Lost wax casting is used to mold various types of metal into intricate pieces of jewelry and artistic sculptures, though it is also commonly used for industrial components and dental procedures.

The process of lost wax casting starts with a sculptor crafting a representation of the desired piece out of wax, creating a pattern with the same intricate detail that will appear on the metal piece of jewelry in its final form. Wax “sprues” are included in the creation of the pattern, which are wax rods or wires that delineate the strategic placement of channels that will remain open when the final mold is made. Sprues are not a design element of the final piece, but rather allow for spaces to remain open in the mold through which the molten metal that will constitute the final piece will be injected. The channels imprinted by these sprues will also allow for the wax to exit the mold.

Once the wax model and its attached sprues are in the desired form, the wax pattern is covered with a pliable ceramic substance through pouring, dipping, or both. Care must be taken during this process to ensure that air bubbles are not present, as any imperfections in the mold will be visible on the final piece. Once the mold surrounding the wax pattern reaches the desired thickness, it is allowed time to harden and then heated in a kiln. As temperatures rise, the wax within is melted and eradicated through the channels left by the sprues, hence the name “lost wax.” The result of this stage is a strong mold with a hollow opening in the shape of the original wax design.

Molten metal can then be inserted into the final mold through the channels, and is usually injected rather than poured in jewelry crafting so that the metal fills each intricately placed impression in the mold. When the metal hardens, the mold is removed to reveal the piece. In the final stages, protrusions such as those created by the opened channels or other vents must be removed and the metal polished to its final, lustrous state.

Variations in the lost wax casting process exist, such as the use of rubber molds rather than ceramic, but the fundamental lost wax principles remain widely used due to the intricate details that can be produced in the end. Though modifications have been made to the lost wax casting process throughout history, the effectiveness of its underlying process has withstood the test of time.

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About the Author: Ian Maher is the CEO of Maliere, a leading provider of eternity rings, diamond rings, platinum rings and gold rings. For more information, please visit www.Maliere.com.

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