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Welcome to Beaded Cottage. Shop artbeads.com for a great selection of beads and findings at great prices. We've also have links to live ebay auctions - a great way to get deals on beads. You can search by just about every category you can imagine, including Lampwork, Swarovski and more.



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Jewelry in the making at OhioBeads.com

02/05/2010 08:18 PM
Did we tell there's a glass bead sale at OhioBeads.com?
Did we tell you we're having a sale on strands of glass beads? Here are some of the last strands we posted. Black Glass _#26: Bronze-Capped Black Cathedral Beads (25 beads/ Regular $7.50 Sale $3.75 Black Glass _#25: 8mm Oval Black/Aventurine Beads (25 beads/stra Regular $6.50 Sale $3.25 Black Glass _#24: Matte Black 5mm Pinch [...]
01/30/2010 01:06 PM
Have you seen the newest chains at OhioBeads.com?
Have you seen the newest chains at OhioBeads.com?  Here are some of the newer chains: Silver-Plated Chain _#42: Textured Flat Wire Oval Cable Silver-Plated Chain _#43: Small Plain Cable Antique Silver-Plated Chain _#45: Patterned Lg Wide Oval Antique Silver-Plated Chain _#41: Round Wire Straight Bar Link   Gold-Plated Chain _#22: Textured Flat [...]
01/19/2010 03:09 PM
Two Gunmetal Chain Favorites back in stock
Look at these two favorites back in stock: Gunmetal Chain _#16: Round Wire Straight Bar Link http://www.ohiobeads.com/catalog/gunmetal-chain-round-wire-straight-link-p-384.html We like this chain for even, symmetrical designs. Gunmetal Chain _#23: Textured Flat Wire Oval Cable http://www.ohiobeads.com/catalog/gunmetal-chain-textured-flat-wire-oval-cable-p-477.html This chain works for necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and lariats.  Try it layered with other chains or by itself with wire wrapped crystals or charms. Here's to your creativity! Cynthia [...]
01/04/2010 11:04 PM
Cool! Fancy Leaf Chains!
Have you seen these funky, way cool leaf chains?  Antique Brass, Antique Copper or Antique Silver plate over brass.  Imagine using these to add life, texture and movement to your jewelry! Antique Brass Fancy Leaf Chain Antique Copper Fancy Leaf Chain Antique Silver Fancy Leaf Chain The people at InAroha have done a great job using [...]
12/27/2009 11:29 PM
Imitation Rhodium “Treasure Bracelet” Scalloped Chain Available Again
Our  Imitation Rhodium Chain #4: Round Bar Link Scalloped Chain is available once again. If you recall, this is a brass chain with soldered oval jump rings between the 1×8 curved links. This chain is plated with an Imitation Rhodium finish, which is lighter than gunmetal or nickel, but darker than silver plate. Did we mention [...]
12/23/2009 01:53 PM
Favorite Flat Oval Sterling Cable Chain available again
A favorite chain of ours – Flat Oval Sterling Cable Chain – is available again! This chain has been a favorite of ous for 7 or 8 years now.  Its great for necklaces and bracelets using wire wrapped dangles or charms.  We also use it as chain extenders when we pair it with a nice sterling [...]
12/17/2009 11:28 AM
New Gold-Plated Bar Link Chain in stock
Take a look at this new Gold-Plated Bar Link Chain.  Hamilton Gold plate over brass, with soldered rings between the bars.  Its new enough that we haven't had time to make any new jewelry with it yet. Cynthia No Tags
11/05/2009 09:52 PM
Shimmering Sterling Chain BACK IN STOCK!
Here's a close up of the links. A little texture goes a long way. The oxidation on the chain is so pretty and this sterling silver chain really has a Sparkly and Shimmery look. I' m hanging clusters of garnets to several of the links. Should look FAB! No Tags
10/24/2009 02:21 PM
NEW Acorn Accented Necklace in Gold and Black
Posting a new two strand necklace for the weekend. I used our small gunmetal cable chain mixed with our NEW Disco Chain in semi matte gold to bring a wee bit more attention to the Golden acorn bead cap with semi matte finish. Czech bead size is 12 mm and is a dark capri blue! No Tags
10/22/2009 09:55 PM
Golden Acorn Caps in 24KT
This new finish in 24KT gold plate has a semi matte finish and looks fabulous giving you more acorn cap design possibilities. The 24 kt gold plate over brass gives you a premium product without a huge price tag.  The dotted caps fit nicely with bicones and the airy open petal caps fit most 7mm-8mm round [...]
10/20/2009 10:14 PM
*Be Creative* Make a Lariat Necklace
Lariats are so stylish. Chain makes a great base for these necklaces providing strength and durability. I've made many lariats for keeps and give aways and to sell. I usually choose chains that have uniform link sizes large enough to wire wrap multiple beads and trinkets cause that's just the kind of girl I am. [...]
09/14/2009 10:08 PM
Choose from NEW Black Gunmetal Chains
Gunmetal Wide Oval Cable #38 The larger links in this chain offer you so many design options. Don't be afraid to layer it on with this chain it's excellent for draping because it's light weight. Use for necklaces, bracelets and chunky link earrings. It's perfect for new fall/winter jewelry. Gunmetal Small Cable Chain #37 Another great standard chain [...]
09/12/2009 02:01 PM
Update: New Black Gunmetal Findings!
New sizes in jumprings, bigger, expanded selection in earwires, new sturdy clasps and swirls to add some fun. Blackened gunmetal plated over solid brass.What's not to love! Check out the new gunmetal findings with this link. No Tags
09/11/2009 02:12 PM
Beautiful Silver and Gold Chain for your Jewelry Making Projects
Best selling elongated cable chain is now available in beautiful Sterling Silver and 24k Gold plate. The light catching flat wire of this chain looks exceptionally great plated in these finishes. Gorgeous alternative to Gold Filled and Sterling Silver chain helping you with your budget without comprising quality.  Excellent for necklaces and earrings and don't hesitate [...]
09/08/2009 11:24 AM
Meerah's Best Bar Link Necklace Design
One of my favorite customers of all times *Meerah* designed this necklace and showed me her creation one day some time ago and it still rocks my world! When wearing this necklace I honestly will tell you people comment favorably every time, even the guy folks. Timely still today because it's the kind of necklace [...]
09/03/2009 10:21 PM
Golden Discs make Very Rich and Chic Earrings for Fall.
Both chains are new for Ohiobeads.com and both are a perfect backdrop for turn of the season accessorizing. Check out new jewelry styles in up scale mags and catalogs and you'll soon discover ultra chic blackened chain balanced with the warmth of gold in matte and shiny finishes. The blacken cable is a multi – purpose [...]
08/26/2009 11:26 AM
Changed My Mind Bracelet
Going in Circles? I had a completely different plan when I sat down to make a bracelet over the weekend. My intentions were centered around a careful selection of favorite beads, buttons and small mementos to hang on some new vintage wash chain that just arrived. But as I arranged and rearranged I found myself less [...]
08/13/2009 05:39 PM
Tis the Season for Making Acorn Cap Earrings
Charming, easy to make, and doesn't take much in the way of ingredients to make these little capped trinkets. My guess is you probably have some large czech glass (12mm works great!) in a container waiting for such happiness. This acorn brass plated cap has been beautifully plated with antique copper to show off the the [...]
08/09/2009 01:59 PM
Susan's Antique Brass Necklace
Met with the gals this past week for a night chock full of good eats, chatting and beading. We all kept busy stringing bracelets and necklaces, wrapping, pounding wire and designing. I was the least productive.. making only two pairs of earrings. Susan put her finishing touches on this necklace and I really liked it [...]
07/20/2009 07:48 PM
**Hippie Chain** Back In Stock!
Love This Chain. Excellent for layering and stand alone. Solid brass plated with antique brass and black gunmetal finish. The connector links open and make this chain easy to mix into other components. Separate the chain and use the round links for all sorts of interesting attachments. Also freshening up stock in Rounded Diamond Link. This chain [...]
07/17/2009 10:35 AM
Accessorize with Easy Weekend Earrings
These earrings are must have additions to your accessories drawer. You start with fine Sterling Silver chain and end with a smooth teardrop sterling silver bead. The earrings are long and linear falling 3 inches in length but you could adjust this to your liking. Plus, they work up in less time to finish a [...]
07/15/2009 11:02 AM
Perfectly Versatile Chain
When you're shopping for new chain it makes sense to be picky and invest in quality chain that meets your jewelry making needs. The Great News is this quality chain is available in your favorite finishes like antique brass, antique silver, antique copper, black gunmetal and russian gold. I've listed some favorite features: Soldered [...]
07/13/2009 03:21 PM
Just Made this Bracelet with NEW GunMetal Chain!
A whole lot of Whimsy and loaded with Color Drama! Really liked working with some new chain to make this funky bracelet. I loaded it with pressed glass and seed beads in bold bright colors that made a great contrast with black gunmetal chain #36. This new black chain has plenty to offer: Soldered links..your trinkets won't slip [...]
07/09/2009 10:11 AM
Bead Stringing..it's been awhile!
Organic, bits of randomness and lots of rich color. It's been awhile since I focused on beading, arranging color and texture to my liking. I apprehended this new Lampwork pendant a few weeks back and needed to create something. Joining friends for bead night gave me the inspiration needed to create and [...]
06/30/2009 06:12 PM
Vintage Wash Silver Chain and Findings
So old and new at the same time. That's what I like about our new silver antique chain and new matching findings. We offer chunky to fine link with smooth or textured styles. Very versatile and it wears well. Check back often as we continue to grow this category of chain and findings. Check out these [...]

Beading Websites

  • South Sun Products - retail and wholesale semiprecious stone beads and sterling silver jewelry.
  • The Beadin' Path They have a wide selection of all types of beads, but are best known for their extensive selection of vintage beads, many of which are exclusive finds like their selection of vintage Lucite beads. They sell both retail and wholesale, and are very accommodating to jewelry designers as they offer an excellent wholesale discount.
  • Auntie's Beads - Great site featuring Swarovski Crystal Beads, Glass Beads, Charms and Bracelets, and "Karla Kam" where you can watch free online videos that show you how to complete projects that they offer.
  • Eugene Rain - We strive to offer the best quality glass while always pushing ourselves to be innovative and original. We specialize in marbles, lampwork beads, pendants, jewelry, body jewelry, decorative or functional glass art, & more. Custom work is available. If you have an idea, we can make it a reality.
     
  • The Bead Peddler™ - Wholesale seller of beads and beading supplies. Open to the public. Large selection of Czech fire polish bicones, rounds and druks; Indian lampwork beads and mixes; Bali sterling clasps, bead caps, spacers and beads; tools; findings; and stringing materials. Buy in small quantities or save on volume purchases.
  • Pieces of the Past - Your Source for Austrian Crystal
     
  • Dana's Crafts'N'Scraps - Handcrafted polymer clay gifts and collectibles. Awareness designs, imports, jewelry, beads, buttons, supplies and more. Craft links and resources.
     
  • Beadbabe.com - Offers glass, bone, horn, ethnic, Czech seed, pressed and faceted, base metal, sterling silver, and lampwork beads.
     
  • Fire Mountain Gems and Beads - Explore an abundance of beading resources, bead charts and seed bead patterns. Get inspired by our Gallery of Designs.  
  • Art and Soul Beads - Squaredells, Noodles & Cubes Low Prices, Wholesale Discounts.
     
  • Shipwreck Beads - An extensive selection of beads, beading accessories, jewelry making supplies, and literature.
     
  • The Bead Monkey - Glass, Sterling, Crystal, Stone, Kits, Classes, Free Instructions.
     
  • Harlequin Beads - Seed, pony, glass bugle beads, Czech pressed glass, Austrian crystal, delicas, bells and coins, bone and wood beads, tools, cord, semi-precious stones.
     
  • Art Beads - Wide Selection of Quality Beads. Free Shipping, No Minimum Order!
     
  • The Bead Bugle - an on-line magazine all about beads!
     
  • Dragon Beads - Glass artist Cheryl Lynn Keggan, specializing in lampwork beads, dragonettes, kitty and fishbowl bead, and vegetable beads.
     



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