Glossary Directory
Barrel Clasp
The two halves of the clasp screw together securely, forming a barrel shape
Bead Board
A felted board used to aid in the layout and design of beads before stringing
Bead Weaving Loom
Beading on a bead weaving loom, is a beautiful and traditional form of beadwork, which makes a strong and sturdy finished piece.
Beading Needles
Beading needles come in different sizes and are used in beading projects. The thread is attached to the needle to make it easier to thread the beads.
Beading Tread
The following are basic beading threads: Nymo, Silamide, Kevlar, and C-Lon threads. These threads are much like very thin long ribbons used to string beads together.
Beading Wire
Beading wire is thin, flexible wire used to string beads.
Bloodstone
Bloodstone was treasured in ancient times because it reminded the ancients of red setting sun mirrored in the ocean. Bloodstone also served for a long time as the birthstone for March
Buggle Beads
Buggle beads are tubular shaped beads that come in various sizes and colours