5 ways gemstone beads can be used for more than just Jewelry

 

Gemstone beads have been used in jewelry since the dawn of time and there’s no sign of that trend slowing down anytime soon. Jewelry made from gemstones can be beautiful and meaningful—it makes sense that we’ve been putting gems in our ears, on our fingers, around our necks, and on everything else we can think of for so long! But did you know there are many more uses for gemstone beads than just adorning your body? Here are five ways to put your gemstone beads to work, even when you aren’t wearing them!

 

1) Use them in wire wrapping

Wire wrapping has been used as a tool to make jewelry since as early as 5000 B.C. It involves wrapping wire around beads and other materials to create beautiful designs with an artistic flair. Though some people find it difficult, practice makes perfect! Make sure to use large, smooth gemstone beads because they are easier to work with than most others due to their smoothness and lack of sharp edges.

 

2) Mix them with cloth or yarn

Mix them with cloth or yarn to create jewelry such as bracelets, necklaces and even Christmas tree ornaments. You can also roll gemstone beads between your hands until they are smooth and then shape them into pendants or bracelets with a bit of wire. Mixing gemstones with clay is another way to come up with stunning jewelry pieces.

 

3) Experiment with polymer clay

There are so many amazing things you can do with polymer clay. These include making unique jewelry and making cool home decor items such as plates, frames, and candle holders. Experiment with different color combinations, shapes, and decorations to see what you come up with! You’ll be surprised at how much fun it is to play around with polymer clay—and even more surprised at how pretty your creations turn out.

 

4) Create sculptures

Creating sculptures is a very popular use of gemstone beads. They can be used to make jewelry, but can also be used as standalone sculptures or for larger projects such as decorating an entire room. The possibilities are endless. There are some important things to keep in mind when creating sculptures with gemstones, however. First and foremost, it’s important that you get your hands on real gems—faux stones won’t last nearly as long and will most likely crack over time due to their composition.

 

5) Add them to your plants

We all know that plants can be gorgeous and relaxing, but did you know that they also have healing powers? Certain gemstones are known to have certain powers and energies. Adding them to your plants can strengthen their effects and help your plants grow healthy and strong. Some gemstones to consider include rose quartz, amethyst, jasper, moonstone, opal, emerald or any of your favorites!

 

Conclusion

The gemstones you choose will be inlaid into a piece of jewelry, or at least displayed around your neck as beads. A good way to show off your style and make sure your beads are being used to their full potential is by using them in other ways as well. Who knows? You may decide you like those bead earrings so much that you want to wear them all day instead of just while you’re getting ready.