Articles and Information
On this page you will find some interesting articles and information about beadmaking. I wrote some of the articles and some are included with the permission of the author. Just click on the name of the article and it will open a PDF file.
To Sell or Not to Sell? - by Diane Woodall for the HSGB newsletter. Are your beads ready to sell? There are a few things you need to know before you are ready to sell your beads and this article explains it all.
Working in the Middle of the Mandrel - by Diane Woodall for the HSGB newsletter. This article contains tips on how to make beads in the middle of the mandrel and why this method may work best for you. I even describe how to dip your mandrels in the middle.
Think Pink - Think Bullseye - by Diane Woodall for the HSGB newsletter. if you want to make pink beads consider using Bullseye glass. They make an amazing line of pink glass and in this article I show photos of the entire range of pink with examples of finished beads.
Where Did You Get That? - by Diane Woodall for the HSGB newsletter. Ever wonder where your friends get the cool things they use to make or sell their beads? This article includes some great sourcing material.
Safety First - written by Jan Locander, a member of the Houston Society of Glass Beadmakers, for the HSGB newsletter, this article addresses some basic safety issues associated with glass beadmaking. This is a must read for anyone considering making lampwork beads.
Down With Costs - Up With Profits - written by Diane Woodall for the HSGB newsletter, this article is full of cost-cutting ideas for beadmakers as well as suggestions for cutting cots, and increasing profits, for lampwork artists who sell their beads. If you are thinking of starting a business selling your beads, this article will be very helpful to you.
Are You Stuck in a Rut or Just in the Groove? - by Diane Woodall for the HSGB newsletter. In this article I discuss how making "fuglies" may actually help get you out of your rut. If you feel like you need a bit of inspiration to help you step outside our comfort zone this article has some helpful hints and tips to help you jump start your creativity.
