Working With Wood Beads Can Be Enjoyable

Posted by adortalukdar on May 18th, 2014

Wood beads are enjoyed, because they add natural warmth to environments that may appear to be cold and sterile. The problem is no different when these beads are used in crafting accessories for clothing.

Wood beads are very versatile and can be used in a number of different situations. Combining wood bead with gems, crystal and pearls can create a unique and attractive appearance. You can also effectively combine these beads with other types of beads to create an unlimited variety of pieces that can be worn as wristbands, necklaces, ankle bracelets, belts and earrings. Because they occur naturally, you can find them in an almost unlimited number of colours shades and textures and the versatility makes them suitable in an equally wide number of items.

Household crafts and other types of jewelry are also suitable a use for wood beads, but with the many different types, it is important to know just what is available, and how and when they should be used.

Not all types of wood are suitable for beads, but a few have become popular in recent times, because of the rich texture and appearance that there provide. Many of the current supply of wood beads are actually handcrafted and polished to expose the beauty of natural wood. In addition to natural beauty, the beads are relatively light when compared gemstones.

If you are in the marketing searching for wood beans, you are very likely to see information on Bayong. It is native to the Philippines, and is perhaps one of the hardiest varieties of woods that can be used in beads. The natural color is a soft warm red-brown, with a striking grain pattern that can be used in a variety of styles.

Wood beads can be paired with other gems or metals for an attractive contrast, and one of the popular woods is the category of dark dense woods called Ebony. The classification is given to dark woods with a tight grain pattern that produces a classic reflective finish. One variety that includes a banded pattern of alternative lighter and darker pattern is known as Tiger Ebony and is suitable for blending with coloured pearls.

Rosewood is another popular wood that is native to the Philippines. The color is normally a very subtle shade of pale pink, and the interesting feature is that despite the durability, Rosewood is easy to work with because it can be carved or shaped into various forms. The color is excellent to be shown naturally, or it can be complimented with lacquers, stains or varnishes.

If you become involved with a big bead project, very serious advantages can be gained by looking at wood beads. You can purchase them in bulk quantities as they are relatively inexpensive and are very versatile in imparting rich beauty at lower costs. Popular items that can include wood beads include bracelets, necklaces, ornaments, and household items such curtains and blinds. It is also very easy to make small puppets that will amuse the kids as they can be painted in bright attractive colors.

Wood beads are perhaps the most versatile of all beads as they are available in a range of different sizes shapes and colors. Wood beads can also be effectively used to match different styles.