| Making your own natural stone jewelry is fun to do | | | | Did you know that dinosaur droppings are a popular |
| yourself and it makes a great group or family project. | | | | stone that is made into a beautiful piece of jewelry? |
| The supplies for this craft are lightweight, easy to | | | | Although beads or stones are not necessary for |
| clean up and easily transported from place to place. | | | | making beautiful handmade jewelry, they do add a |
| You don't need a lot of room to work and you can | | | | personal and colorful touch. The piece can match a |
| definitely do it in your spare time. Anytime you find you | | | | favorite outfit, be a favorite color or make a bold |
| have a few free minutes you can pull it out and create | | | | statement simply by adding beads or stones. |
| an assortment of handmade jewelry that can include | | | | Wire for making jewelry can be found in a variety of |
| necklaces, anklets, bracelets and earrings. | | | | gauges or thickness and makes a good choice for its |
| Make original colorful natural stone jewelry or beaded | | | | durability and strength. The silver wire will not stretch or |
| works of art that will compliment your outfits or to give | | | | shrink but some crafters may find it difficult to work |
| as a thoughtful gift. | | | | with. Some type of clasp will need to be added to |
| The size of bead is a matter of taste and design. | | | | keep the jewelry in place. |
| Small plastic beads come in a wide variety of sizes | | | | Using string, plastic or hemp will make the jewelry |
| and colors. These are usually sold in quantities. Beads | | | | more comfortable and offers the opportunity to make |
| can be found at your local dollar store. You can buy a | | | | the piece even more unique with knots and braided |
| bag of 25, 250 or more and they are separated by | | | | designs. Although these mediums are often looked at |
| color and size or sold in packs of assorted. | | | | as being for a young generation, they make a very |
| Natural stones are also a good choice for your | | | | attractive piece for any age. |
| handmade jewelry but they might require a little more | | | | Because plastic, elastic and hemp can be found in |
| work and supplies. There are stones available in the | | | | such a variety, they add uniqueness and color to any |
| same assortments and places that plastic beads are | | | | outfit. You may find yourself starting up a brand new |
| sold but the stone is also sold in slabs that the jewelry | | | | money making business. |
| maker will slice, grind and polish for their finished pieces. | | | | |