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Rosary Silver Metal

admin — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 19:33:06 +0000

Where can I find bronze colored crucifixes and eye pins at wholesale pricing?

A friend of mine asked me if I could fix the chain on her rosary (because I make jewelry) and after examining it I got the idea to add rosaries to the jewelry I make. I found some bronze colored center pieces (about 20 for $2.00!) at Micheal's, but all of the crucifixes they had were gold or silver tone, and they had absolutely no bronze colored eye pins. I've looked at a few websites and haven't seen any of the metal findings I need in bronze at an affordable price. I'm open to suggestions of alternative color/material schemes as well, but I'd like to find AT LEAST the crucifixes in a bronze color so the necklaces will look nice.

have you tried http://www.wholesalejewelry.net They have tons of religious themed jewelry at very low prices. They also have tons of bronze and copper toned jewelry items. If you just want parts, you can take apart the necklaces and use what you want--the prices are comparable or better than what you paid for the bronze colored pieces you mentioned.

You can also use earrings and other pieces of jewelry in this way. It's a great way to find parts you have trouble locating. Just scrounge for parts by buying wholesale assembled jewelry that has the parts you want and dissect them to get exactly what you need... plus you'll also get extra spare parts this way, which can be nice. As long as you're buying wholesale, the prices should be at least as good if not better than a retail place like Micheal's, even though you're getting assembled jewelry and not just the specific pieces you're interested in. Wholesale prices for costume jewelry should be very, very low... no more than 50 cents to $1.00 per pair of earrings or 50 cents to $2 per necklace, and you will typically be buying by the dozen. Also, since each earring of a pair is in effect a center piece, you can further cut that per-unit cost in half if you buy earrings in this way. It's something to consider, especially if you're having no luck at craft stores and parts merchants.

I would suggest looking here first: http://www.wholesalejewelry.net/contents/en-us/d26.html

You can also try looking at wholesale clearing house sites. http://www.wholesalecentral.com is one of the best, and there are tons of different wholesalers present on there. This is a good way to find wholesalers you can trust. Also try http://www.closeoutcentral.com for closeout deals.

You might also want to try amazon or ebay, although the first is not wholesale and the second is riskier.

Whoever you shop with, be careful. Make sure the checkout is secure and encrypted (look for the s in https:// prefix at the checkout page where you enter your credit card information). Read their privacy policy and make sure they aren't going to sell your address to marketers and spammers. Also check their return policy in case you want/need to send anything back and make sure they have a PHONE NUMBER where you can call and quickly speak to a real person who will help you with any problems or help you find something that you're looking for. The reason I tend to try Wholesale Jewelry and Accessories (http://www.wholesalejewelry.net) first is because they are reliable, trust worthy, and have a very friendly customer service department backed up with a rock solid returns policy. This is important since you will presumably want someone you can come back to when you need more supplies. So, no matter who you shop with, find someone you can trust and build a relationship with, or better yet find several such suppliers. Try to get to know a particular person at that company by name so that you have a specific person to deal with and who might be able to help you when you need something specific or maybe even could hook you up with a special deal.

That's my advice and I hope it helps and I hope you find what you are looking for! Good luck to you!

Vintage Italy Black bead Silver metal Rosary
US $9.99

Vintage Light Blue and Silver Metal Rosary Crucifix Beads
US $12.25

EYE CATCHING 5mm Silver Metal Rose Shaped Bead Auto Rosary
US $4.99

Vintage Small Childs Catholic Rosary Silver Metal Beads Cross Crucifix FRANCE
US $9.99

Vintage Metal Chrome Silver Rosary Marked “Creed”
US $9.99

Carved Metal Flower Catholic Rosary Antiqued Silver
US $20.00

CARVED GLASS BLACK GREEN ROSARY BEADS Rosaries Silver Metal Links BNIB
US $17.39

Antique Vintage OLD Holy Rosary All Metal Religious Prayer Beads Cross Silver
US $.99

3 1 2 x 3 1 2 Silver Metal Mesh Rosary Pouch
US $15.99

One Decade Catholic AVE MARIA ROSARY RING Made of Silver Tone Metal
US $9.99

106 Vintage silver metal and bead rosary
US $22.99

Silver Metal Finger Chaplet Rosary Ring with Crucifix
US $5.00

NEW BEAUTIFUL SILVER METAL BEADED ROSARY NECKLACE
US $16.00

Vintage All Metal Silver ROSARY Italy
US $15.00

RARE ROSEBUD ITALIAN 23 1 2 SILVER METAL ROSARY RELIGIOUS MEDALS CATHOLIC
US $24.95

Catholic Rosary Tiny Silver METAL w OL Lourdes case
US $13.99

Catholic Rosary Silver All Metal w filigree white case
US $19.99

Rosary Wrap Bracelet Mountain Jade Silver Cross Miraculous Metal Handcrafted
US $9.99

vintage ESTATE SILVER TONE METAL ROUND BEAD ROSARY CRUCIFIX 16 UNUSED
US $12.99

NEW METAL CRYSTAL FLOWERS SILVER TONE ROSARY
US $10.00

2 Tone Gold Silver Metal Cross Beads Rosary Bracelet Italy
US $13.00

Metallic Silver Rosary Chaplet of the Infant of Prague
US $14.00

RARE ANTIQUE LARGE METAL ROSARY SILVER MEDAL I HAVE MORE ANTIQUE ROSARIES
US $99.99

Base Metal Silver Finish Chalice Rosary Centerpiece
US $3.50

Metallic Silver Glass Rosary Prayer Beads
US $20.00

VTG PANDORA ROSARY with GARNET GLASS BEADS ORIGINAL PAPER TAGS SILVER METAL
US $65.00

Metallic Silver Chrome Ladder Rosary Bracelet
US $12.99

Mens Rosary All METAL Beads Chain Crucifix w Silver Tone Look MASCULINE
US $12.49

Rosary Wrap Bracelet antiqued Sterling Silver Miraculous Metal Handcrafted
US $9.99

Metallic Silver Rosary Charm Bracelet with Vintage New Religious Saint Medals
US $25.00

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Rosary Parts Supplies

admin — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 02:50:15 +0000

Lot 24 Crucifixes Centers Rosary Parts Supplies GOLD
US $19.99

Dark Purple 6mm Glass Rosary Kit w CASE Parts Supplies
US $7.99

4 Madonna Crown of Stars Jesus Rosary Center Part Supplies FreeShipAddl Items J3
US $2.75

3pcs Three 3 Bar Rosary Crucifix Cross Parts Supplies PouchFreeShipAddl Items AJ
US $3.85

White Pearl 6mm Glass Rosary Kit w CASE Parts Supplies
US $7.99

LOT 2 EUCHARIST Wreath Rosary Centers Parts Supply T115
US $1.29

COPPER Jasper 6mm Rosary Kit w CASE Parts Supplies
US $7.99

4 Madonna Crown of Stars Jesus Rosary Center Part Supplies FreeShipAddl Items J3
US $2.75

Madonna Crown of Stars Jesus Rosary Center Part Supplies Free Ship Addl Items J4
US $2.25

VINTAGE LOT OF 135 GLASS PEARL BEADS FOR MAKING ROSARY ROSARIES SUPPLIES PARTS
US $19.99

Lot 3 Fatima Cross Crucifix Rosary Parts Supplies Pouch Free Ship Addl Items N9
US $4.65

Lot 2 OL Fatima Mary Rosary Making Center Part Supplies
US $1.95

Lot 30 Crucifixes Centers Rosary Italy Italian Parts Supplies GOLD finish
US $24.99

Blue Teal 6mm Glass Rosary Kit w CASE Parts Supplies
US $7.99

COPPER Jasper 6mm Rosary Kit w CASE Parts Supplies
US $7.99

3pcs Three 3 Bar Rosary Crucifix Cross Parts Supplies PouchFreeShipAddl Items JK
US $3.15

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Wooden Beads

admin — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 03:32:48 +0000

How do you make a bandana necklace with the big wooden beads and cotton balls?

I remember making these back in the 1980s but can't remember how we did it. Anyone? Thanks!

I think they were made with bandana type fabric rather than a whole bandana (and often with other fabrics too). From what I remember, the fabric was cut into a long strip, then sewed all along one long side and probably one short side (inside out). It was then turned inside out so the fabric faced outward.

A bead with a large hole was threaded onto one end of the fabric tube to the "end" position (leaving enough fabric to tie or to add a clasp, or not to fall on top of the shoulders, etc), then glued there to hold in place.
Then a bit of polyester stuffing or perhaps a cotton ball was shoved all the way to the first bead inside the fabric tube.

Then another bead was threaded onto the outside of the tube, another bit of stuffing inserted in the tube . . . repeat, repeat.

The last bead probably needed to be glued in place too, or guess it could be sewed through the back side of its large hole.

HTH,

Diane B.

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Wood Rosary Prayer Beads Wooden Cross Necklace Brown
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Wood Rosary Prayer Beads Cord Wooden Cross Necklace Brn
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Wood Rosary Prayer Beads Cord Wooden Cross Necklace Tan
US $3.61

NEW BEAUTIFUL BLACK WOODEN OBLONG BEADED ROSARY NECKLACE
US $13.95

Large Vintage Antique Brown Wooden Bead Rosary 31 inches long Nuns lot A
US $20.56

Large Vintage Antique Ebony Wooden Bead Rosary 31 inches long Nuns lot B
US $25.07

Rosary Necklace Rich Deep Stain BROWN Wooden Beads Photo Crucifix
US $7.89

RARE Vintage Religious Nun Friar Monks 47 Wooden Wood Bead Rosary Crucifix
US $6.99

24 Black Rosary Wooden Beads Miraculous Mary Center Piece Sculpture Crucifix
US $12.99

24 Rose Red Rosary Wooden Beads Miraculous Mary Center P Sculpture Crucifix
US $11.99

24 Ivory Rosary Wooden Beads Hand Braided Silk Cord Jesus Cross Catholic NEW
US $8.99

24 Dark Brown Rosary Wooden Beads Hand Braided Silk Cord Jesus Cross Catholic
US $8.99

20 Ivory Rosary Wooden Beads Religious Pictured Beads Jesus Cross Catholic
US $9.49

20 Rose Red Rosary Wooden Beads Religious Pictured Beads Jesus Cross Catholic
US $9.49

20 Black Rosary Wooden Beads Religious Pictured Beads Jesus Cross Catholic
US $10.49

30 Dark Brown Rosary Wooden 2 color Beads with Sculpture Jesus Cross Catholic
US $9.99

30 Black Rosary Wooden 2 color Beads with Sculpture Jesus Cross Catholic NEW
US $9.99

30 Rose Red Rosary Wooden Oval Beads Pictured Beads Jesus Cross Catholic
US $9.99

30 Brown Rosary Wooden Beads Religious Pictured Beads Jesus Cross Catholic
US $9.99

30 Ivory Rosary Wooden Beads Religious Pictured Beads Jesus Cross Catholic
US $9.99

30 Black Rosary Wooden Beads Religious Pictured Beads Jesus Cross Catholic
US $10.99

Wood Guadalupe Rosary Wooden Beads Cross Crucifix Italy
US $14.56

NEW Carved Wooden Beads Rosary spiritual stunning 21 inches long necklace
US $17.47

Antique Wood Wooden Chapelet Rosary Carved Beads 5 Decades 21 inches
US $9.99

Unique Mens Black Wooden Rosary Beads Necklace S One Top Jerusalem EARTH Cross
US $14.95

Cyan S Wooden JERUSALEM Catholic First Communion Rosary Beads Cross Necklace
US $14.95

Antique Wood Wooden Chapelet Rosary Carved Beads 5 Decades 25 inches France
US $9.99

Antique Wood Wooden Chapelet Rosary Carved Beads 5 Decades 21 inches
US $9.99

Unique Mens Black Wooden Rosary Beads Necklace S One Top Jerusalem EARTH Cross
US $14.90

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Medal Cross Gold

admin — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 15:59:59 +0000

Unidentified Medal: Military or Freemason?

I found a medal mixed in with my Grandfather's WWII medals but I could not find it in the army medals. It looks like four white arrow heads outlined in gold with the pointed ends coming together to form a cross. In the center is a black circle about the size of a penny. The circle has an eagle on it with his wings spread. There is a shield on the eagles chest. The shield has red and white stripes on the bottom and a blue section on top with gold stars in it. Written around the edges of the black circle that the eagle is on is "E Pluribus Unim." The medal is attached to a black ribbon that would pin on your chest. I thought it might be freemason only because in with his stuff was a 1942 copy of the Freemason Constitution. Thanks for any help you can give.

Eric's got it...

if you want to compare yours to the KT image check here:

http://yorkrite.com/degrees/

scroll down till you see the KoM bit.

3 Beautiful Saint St Benedict Pink Gold Crucifix Cross Medal Jesus Christ
US $9.99

2 Beautiful Saint St Benedict Gold Red Crucifix Cross Medal Jesus Christ
US $5.99

Gold INRI Cross Crucifix Medal Religious Goods Wall
US $34.19

Catholic Jesus Christ Crucifixion Cross Gold Pectoral INRI Pendant Charm Medal
US $8.57

Silver Gold Plate Papal Pectoral Crucifix Cross Jesus Christ Medal Pendant Charm
US $5.74

Lot 2 Saint Benedict Crucifix Medal Cross Silver Gold Plated W Rope Chain Cord
US $37.95

Gold Plated Cross Crucifix Jesus Christ Medal Pendant
US $9.95

Crucifix Pectoral Gold Gilded Religious Cross Medal
US $7.95

14K Crucifix Cross Pendant and 10K Madonna Medal Gold 2 pc Lot
US $10.48

14kt Gold Light Life Cross Medal
US $786.00

14kt Gold Franciscan Cross Medal
US $857.00

14kt Gold Light Life Cross Medal
US $436.25

14kt Gold Franciscan Cross Medal
US $255.25

14kt Gold Cross Medal
US $472.50

14kt Gold Cross Medal
US $170.50

14kt Gold Cross Medal
US $870.25

14kt Gold Cross Medal
US $1,003.25

14kt Gold Cross Medal
US $147.00

14kt Gold Cross Medal
US $412.00

14kt Gold Heart of Jesus Cross Medal
US $304.75

14kt Gold Heart of Jesus Cross Medal
US $194.75

14kt Gold Heart of Jesus Cross Medal
US $207.00

14kt Gold Mosaic Cross Medal
US $375.75

14kt Gold Cross Medal
US $400.00

14kt Gold Cross Medal
US $182.75

14kt Gold Cross Medal
US $267.50

14kt Gold Cross Medal
US $182.75

14kt Gold Cross Medal
US $267.50

14kt Gold Cross Medal
US $182.75

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Beads Rosary Cross

admin — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 04:24:07 +0000

Do you think it's disrespectful to wear crosses etc for fashion?

I'm an atheist, but I still refuse to wear crosses, rosary beads or any other religious item despite them being "in vogue". I feel as though it's disrespectful to those people who value these items, even though to me they don't have any such value. Other atheists I've talked to say it's fine to wear them for fashion because to me they mean nothing. What do you think?

I grew up religious and was always taught to only wear the cross as a sign of respect towards my religion. Along the same subject I feel that it is disrespectful for people to use Buddha as a room decoration if they are not Budhists.

Handmade Rosary Beads Jesus Cross Red
US $4.99

RARE ST JAMES CRUSADER Rosary Warrior Cross RED 6mm Shell Our Father Beads 2a
US $24.87

RARE ST JAMES CRUSADER Rosary Warrior Cross CRYSTAL 6mm Shell Our Father Beads
US $24.87

Green Jade AAA10MM Real Pearl Beads Rose Rosary Cross
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Miraculous Mary Sented Rose Petal Smell Red Carved Bead Rosary Crucifix Cross
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Saint St Theresa Double Capped Rose Petal Red Bead Rosary Crucifix Cross
US $9.95

Relic Crucifix Rosary Beads Cross Catholic Saints Martyrs Rome Vatican Catacombs
US $3.00

large Antique religious rosary France cofee bean beads reliquary cross
US $25.00

Rosary Charm Bracelet Cross Madonna Heart Glass Beads old vintage love jewelry
US $10.00

Wood Rosary Prayer Beads Wooden Cross Necklace Brown
US $3.49

Wood Rosary Prayer Beads Cord Wooden Cross Necklace Brn
US $3.58

Wood Rosary Prayer Beads Cord Wooden Cross Necklace Tan
US $3.61

Mother Mary Double Caps Sented Rose Petal Smell Red Bead Rosary Crucifix Cross
US $4.95

Miraculous Cat Eye Blue Beads Silver Cross Rosary Protection Medal Charm Pendant
US $9.95

OLDER RED GLASS BEADS ROSARY HUGE CROSS LOOK
US $45.00

Giant Rosary Wood beads Brass Cross and back side w angels 54 necklace
US $19.99

BEAUTIFUL OLIVE WOOD ROSARY BEADS SILVER COVERED CROSS
US $8.00

crist special rosary platte brown beads and cross in the back with relequi
US $19.50

crist special rosary platte brown beads and cross slide open
US $19.50

Valuable AAA 8 9mm Real Pearl ROSE BEADS ROSARY CROSS
US $39.95

Miraculous Mary Sented Rose Petal Smell Red Bead Rosary Crucifix Silver P Cross
US $4.95

Handmade Teal Czech Beaded Rosary With Fused Glass Cross
US $35.95

Handmade Red Czech Bead Rosary with Fused Glass Cross
US $35.95

ROSARY ROSE SHAPED BEADS MUTED SILVER COLOR 31 INCH CIRCLE 6 INCH CROSS DROP
US $2.25

YELLOW Rare Natural Lead crystal BEADS ROSARY CROSS
US $12.99

24 Ivory Rosary Wooden Beads Hand Braided Silk Cord Jesus Cross Catholic NEW
US $8.99

24 Dark Brown Rosary Wooden Beads Hand Braided Silk Cord Jesus Cross Catholic
US $8.99

20 Ivory Rosary Wooden Beads Religious Pictured Beads Jesus Cross Catholic
US $9.49

20 Rose Red Rosary Wooden Beads Religious Pictured Beads Jesus Cross Catholic
US $9.49

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Faceted Glass Beads

admin — Sat, 04 Dec 2010 04:45:11 +0000

Beaded jewelry patterns or ideas?

I love to make jewelry and am planning on selling some. If i have materials and good direction I can make anything. Does anyone have any patterns for any size seed/e-bead(not sure what I have)? I have looked everywhere can on google and continue to see the same things. I have the following things:
different colored glass beads, ebeads seed beads, faceted beads, bugle beads, beading wire,ribbon to put beads with larger holes on, all the tools I need, and jewelry findings. Please contribute sites or anything free! Also feel free to post your own ideas even if they are just inspiration for a pattern.

Visit your local craft store and look for the monthly magazines. They offer many projects that include a supply list and good directions. Some stores offer beading classes as well. I understand that you are familiar with basic beading, but classes will offer you a place to work out and seek advice on your own ideas. Personally, I wouldn't waste my time on the purchase of beading books, the hard-cover kind. Sometimes they're way too expensive for the little info offered.

A web search for free patterns should produce many sites for beading projects. If you're really good at "visualizing" then a search of hand-crafted jewelry pics will also provide a source for projects.

Vintage Faceted CLEAR Frosted Core Givre Look GLASS ROSARY BEADSfjt
US $16.00

Vintage Rosary possible milk glass faceted opaque white beads
US $8.99

ELEGANT VATICAN LIBRARY COLLECTION HAND ROSARY WITH FACETED GREEN GLASS BEADS
US $9.99

Rosary pink faceted Czech GLASS beads
US $23.99

Vintage Clear Glass Faceted Bead Rosary Catholic Prayer Roma Rome Italy Ornate
US $19.99

BEAUTIFUL VINTAGE STERLING SILVER BLUE FACETED GLASS CRYSTAL BEAD ROSARY
US $109.99

VINTAGE ITALIAN AURORA BOREALIS FACETED GLASS CRYSTAL BEAD ROSARY
US $49.99

BEAUTIFUL RELIGIOUS BLACK CRYSTAL FACETED GLASS BEADS 16
US $12.00

FABULOUS BLUE GLASS FACETED BEAD STERLING 34 ROSARY
US $39.00

Beautiful Rosary Beads in Emerald Green Faceted Glass St Patricks Day Gift
US $16.95

PERSONALIZED Helix Cut Amethyst AB Faceted Czech Glass Rondelle Bead Rosary
US $15.99

PERSONALIZED 8mm Faceted Sapphire AB Fire Polished Finish Glass Bead Rosary
US $15.99

VINTAGE OLD AMBER GLASS ROSARY FACETED BEADS FANTASTIC MEDAL FOR CRUCIFIX
US $19.99

UNIQUE Twotones Faceted Glass Beads Rosary Chapelet 24
US $59.99

ONE DECADE POCKET ROSARY IRIDESCENT FACETED CZECH GLASS BEADS CANCER RIBBON
US $29.50

Rosary Miraculous Faceted Crystal Glass Beads Gold Accents
US $16.00

Rosary St Rita Faceted Crystal Glass BeadsSky Blue Colored CenterSP Accents
US $16.00

Rosary Praying Madonna Faceted Crystal Glass Beads Gold Accents
US $16.00

Rosary Infant of Prague Lovely Green Faceted Crystal Glass Beads SP Accents
US $16.00

VINTAGE FACETED CLEAR GLASS BEADED ROASARY BEADS CRUCIFIX NICE CONDITION
US $.99

Rosary St Rita Faceted Crystal Glass BeadsSky Blue Colored CenterSP Accents
US $15.00

Vintage Antique Faceted Amethyst Glass Rosary Beads
US $35.00

5 VINTAGE ROSARY IN MY POCKET SHORT BEADS CROSS FACETED GLASS FREE SHIPPING LOT
US $15.00

antique ROSARY dark RED faceted GLASS beads AROUND 1900
US $3.25

antique ROSARY clear GREEN faceted GLASS beads AROUND 1900
US $13.49

Vintage Italian Rosary Blue Faceted Glass Beads
US $39.53

Rosary faceted lavender purple glass beads
US $28.50

OL Lourdes Black Faceted Glass Bead Rosary Pouch Free Ship Addl Items PW
US $14.95

Blue Crystal Barrel Bead Catholic Rosary with Cut Glass like faceted Beads
US $6.99

Boys Black First Communion Rosary w Case New Faceted 5mm Black Glass Beads
US $7.99

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Beads Parts

admin — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 23:20:33 +0000

what holds acupressure beads on the ear. I got put on free at an Asian festival Saturday that will fall off?

in about five days. they seem to be covered with a white paint looking substance. the beads she said are not metal but plastic and I would like to keep them on a little longer as she got the areas I need help on and these really give a good pressure. It kind of resemble rubber cement but bright white.

Where can I buy more and what is used to make them stay on and adhere

Do you have any links

also am looking for link to a good complete ear chart with pressure points and parts of the body on it.

thanks

Have you used these or acupuncture and did it work or not.

She said they are opening a sliding fee acupuncture/pressure clinic down the road and I am excited this may be in my reach for my health concerns but what is the adhesive and where do I buy more beads and see an ear chart.

here is a pretty good ear chart

go here and click on pressure points of the ear chart

http://www.healingourworld.net/tag/ear-acupressure-points/

if the beads are plastic, just go to a craft store and look for beads of a similar size.

They sell magnet tape that can stay on the body for days and is waterproof. cut a small piece and apply the bead with that.

Best of luck, Janie

Vintage LOT Crystal Glass MOP Rosary Beads Crucifix Center Repair Parts
US $9.50

ROSARY PARTS BEADS MEDALS 1 BRONZE OTHERS METAL
US $59.99

Mixed Parts Catholic Gold tone Rosary Chaplet w Glass Beads Saint Jospeh 2507
US $14.99

Hand Made ROSARY 8mm Red Bead Divine Mercy Pewter Parts
US $19.99

Vintage Italy Brown Wood Bead Three Part Crucifix Sacred Heart Jesus Rosary
US $28.00

8 Crucifixes Centers Making Rosary Beads Parts Italy
US $5.89

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Mixed Parts Catholic Silvertone Rosary Chaplet w Glass Beads Sterling 3890
US $14.99

Mixed Parts Catholic Silvertone Rosary Chaplet w Glass Beads and Chalice 3855
US $12.99

Vintage French Rosary Pale Purple Mauve Art Glass Beads Gilded Metal Parts
US $37.99

Vintage French Rosary w Pale Blue Faceted Art Glass Beads Gilded Metal Parts
US $37.99

Rosary BraceletLight MauvePearl beads w Gold Filled Parts
US $27.99

VINTAGE LOT OF 135 GLASS PEARL BEADS FOR MAKING ROSARY ROSARIES SUPPLIES PARTS
US $19.99

VINTAGE LOT OF 180 GLASS ROSARY BEADS 8mm PARTS RELIGIOUS ROSARYS USE WITH MEDAL
US $23.00

LOT OF 240 BLACK ROSARY BEADS GOLD FLOWERS CATHOLIC CHRISTIAN ROSARIES PARTS
US $17.00

VINTAGE ROSARY BEADS TO MAKE ROSARYS RELIGIOUS CATHOLIC MEDALS PARTS
US $20.00

6 LARGE Rose OUR FATHER Beads Rosary Italy Parts GOLD
US $2.29

4 BASILICA Our Father Beads Rosary Parts GOLD Oval
US $.99

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Rosary Beads Silver

admin — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 02:34:53 +0000

wire differences for rosary making?

i want to make a rosary for my self made out of argentium silver. the beads i will be using are 10mm frosted onyx the rosary will be about 25 inches so it will be long and heavy. I was wondering what size wire and what type of hardness should i use for my rosary i was thinking of 18 gauge half hard silver wire. But i dont quite understand the difference between the hardness of the wire. Can some one please give me an idea of the type of silver wire i should use for my rosary. It will be heavy so i want good wire that wont bend easy.

Most sterling wire is sold half hard. This means that it's still soft enough to work, but can be work hardened with a few good bends or a couple of hits with a hammer. If you see some that's dead soft, it may take a bit more work to get it fully hardened. I really haven't found it to matter much, although with the size of your beads I'd definitely stick with half hard. The gauge of your wire should be sturdy enough for your beads, but also needs to be narrow enough to fit through the holes. 18g may be too large to fit without enlarging your holes (generally not worth the trouble). Go with 20g if you can--most of the stone beads I've had won't fit on anything bigger than 22g. If you wrap the end of the wire at the base of each loop on either side of the bead, you'll have a stronger connection than just bending a loop in the wire. You may also be able to use a slightly large gauge wire for connecting rings between the beads.