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.
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