We sure will admit it that Universal Beads & More thought that if we did not use the famous crystal called “Swarovski” that we would just be blah company. We had believed that at one time, that if we didn’t bear the brand name SWAROVSKI that it wouldn't be worth having crystal or beads in your store. Then we stumbled on an excellent source for Grade A Chinese crystal while working in a friend fashion boutique and we changed our view 100%! It is a crystal that is so luminosity, light weighted,has a brilliance color and with all this it has an overall design that makes it a product that is well worth having on any design we may carry or create.
Universal Beads & More can't even mention how many people ask us what is a Chinese crystal? Well, a Chinese crystal is a product that is made in China only. All of the Chinese crystal that Universal Beads & More have decided to carry is going to be a top grade A cuts. It will come in all multi-faceted, beautiful cuts, shapes and colors. Aside from bicones, rounds, and rondelles products similar to those made by Swarovski. Chinese crystal also comes in a wide range of unique shapes just like the Swarovski designs you see in many bead store or online websites.
One of the other common question we usually get asked by people that are new to beading or crystal craze is,"Is the crystal with or without lead? The answer to that is "NOPE". By definition, crystal is leaded glass all the way around.
Swarovski,Chinese or any other crystal, it will all contain stong or light lead. Lead is what gives crystal its weight. Meaning here is an example of a Swarovski that has a lead content of about 30% compared to a Chinese crystal that carries 20% range. This then makes the Swarovski a heavier lead bead compared to Chinese Crystal so this is how the get the price difference between the two products, weight and lead.
With so many recent concerns about lead poisoning and products containing lead this has put alot of suspicion from consumers and Jewelry makers. We found out that the crystal is made in a very special and unique way; that the lead is bound into the structure of the crystal so that there is never really no real danger if presented. However, this is a little different for the children that wear lead products. I always recommend that we substitute the crystal with Czech glass when making children’s jewelry.
We have a few great products that are sure to inspire you that have crystal in them. One of my favorites is the Universal Beads Model Braclet One because it really showcases the swarovski brilliance and sterling sliver with magnetic clasp. The second one is the Swarovski crystal and sterling sliver wirework throughout...both are my favorites. I actually own both these pieces and where them all the time as so many people love them! Since we are selling jewelry now and getting ready to sell many beads, crystals, pearls, wire, sterling sliver, 14ktgf and more all by the piece, you will be able to make a great piece of jewelry for a great price all on your own!
Soon we will be posting video on company and how we make a product! Keep in touch!
Dec 31, 2009
Universal Beads & More is looking forward into starting a New Year for 2010 because we went from being a Sole to a LLC business and this is excited to hear for us at Universal Beads & More knowing that the New Year may just start out GREAT!
So for our big news we are going to be having a sale in January every week on special products and designs. We also will be selling our new SOY Candles with beadwork. Now this is the time to buy for that someone special cause Valentines Day is coming up next which is Feb. 14th and it is on a Sunday!
We will be posting the sales up by Jan 5th so look out for them as we are going to be rocking out for 2010 year.
Once again, we wanted to say THANK YOU TO EVERYONE THAT SUPPORT UNIVERSAL BEADS & MORE in this journey and we look forward to serving you more for the future!
Have a Happy New Years Eve 2009 to New Years Day of 2010!
So for our big news we are going to be having a sale in January every week on special products and designs. We also will be selling our new SOY Candles with beadwork. Now this is the time to buy for that someone special cause Valentines Day is coming up next which is Feb. 14th and it is on a Sunday!
We will be posting the sales up by Jan 5th so look out for them as we are going to be rocking out for 2010 year.
Once again, we wanted to say THANK YOU TO EVERYONE THAT SUPPORT UNIVERSAL BEADS & MORE in this journey and we look forward to serving you more for the future!
Have a Happy New Years Eve 2009 to New Years Day of 2010!
Dec 30, 2009
First Blog for Universal Beads & More
For every new designer there is a unique piece of art.....About Me:We are located in Fairfield, California. I will tell you a little about myself and why I have started this home based beads and custom made jewelry business. The inspiration for my art comes from taking classes with other fellow artist and doing arts and crafts since I was five years old with my father, grandmother and aunt. Most of my family background comes from artist, jewelry makers, craft makers and teachers.
I have learned as an artist that you need to explore experiment and enjoy what nature has to offer you when it comes to being an artistian. Observing these facts and watching the other artists around me, I find that it enables me to adapt my artwork and bead making while I am able to embrace on colors, shapes, textures and forms. In beading and wired jewellery, I have discovered a median of expression for my creative soul! Sometimes I just can't stop the ideas just pop out all the time, even while doing simple day to day activities. Inspiration is another factor, so I take my time and observe one need when making piece jewelry for my clients, friends and family. Each piece has a meaning behind its making, so it then makes it a very unique piece. When I experiment with beads that have many colors, shapes and forms I find that it can be challenging detail, but then again each unique piece of art is always a challenge one because it is the artist whom makes it a piece of enjoyment to others.
I enjoy making beaded jewelry for others; I chat to my customers and listen to their wishes while I watch their personality, looking also at what they normally wear. That is the base of my inspiration to make unique creations for them. I feel it is very fascinating to consider that beads have so much to offer to people as well as artist and we still find them to be beautiful, intriguing, and mystical but also a great deal of time we also find that even kids like to keep rocks and make them bead collectables.
I have learned as an artist that you need to explore experiment and enjoy what nature has to offer you when it comes to being an artistian. Observing these facts and watching the other artists around me, I find that it enables me to adapt my artwork and bead making while I am able to embrace on colors, shapes, textures and forms. In beading and wired jewellery, I have discovered a median of expression for my creative soul! Sometimes I just can't stop the ideas just pop out all the time, even while doing simple day to day activities. Inspiration is another factor, so I take my time and observe one need when making piece jewelry for my clients, friends and family. Each piece has a meaning behind its making, so it then makes it a very unique piece. When I experiment with beads that have many colors, shapes and forms I find that it can be challenging detail, but then again each unique piece of art is always a challenge one because it is the artist whom makes it a piece of enjoyment to others.
I enjoy making beaded jewelry for others; I chat to my customers and listen to their wishes while I watch their personality, looking also at what they normally wear. That is the base of my inspiration to make unique creations for them. I feel it is very fascinating to consider that beads have so much to offer to people as well as artist and we still find them to be beautiful, intriguing, and mystical but also a great deal of time we also find that even kids like to keep rocks and make them bead collectables.
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