Monday, January 9, 2012

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From Carly Wickell, your Guide to Jewelry

How to Inspect & Evaluate Lampwork Beads

Have you noticed how much jewelry is made with handcrafted glass beads? I see more of it every week. Good looks are important, but there are other things you should consider before you buy lampwork jewelry. The quality of any handcrafted item is equal to the expertise of its maker -- and lampwork beads are no exception to that rule. My bead buying tips will help you make good choices when you shop for jewelry.
Photo courtesy of Kim Miles


Sculptural Lampwork Beads by Faith Davis Ferris

Faith Davis Ferris is a second generation glass artist who literally grew up in a glass studio. Her sculptural lampwork beads are amazingly detailed, with a natural fluidity that makes you think they could take a step any time they wish. Take a look, you'll be impressed with what she can do with hot glass.

Photo © Faith Davis Ferris


Lampwork Beads by Kim Miles

You'll love these lampwork beads by Kim Miles, of Taos, New Mexico, who's famous in the beading world for her realistic floral beads and the incredible depth she brings to her work. If you ever have the chance, try to watch a lampworking demonstration or take a lampworking class -- either will leave you with a better appreciation of the patience and skill lampworkers must possess to make these beads for us.

Photo courtesy of Kim Miles


More Lampwork Beads
Visit the Web sites of talented lampwork bead artisans -- each has a gift of creating unique handcrafted beads.
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