Let's make some Beautiful Waist Beads

Waist beads may look like a simple accessory, but they can have a transformational effect on the wearer. Beads can make women feel sensual and grounded. The beads serve as an ongoing reminder to be more aware and loving toward one’s body.

Supplies I use:

Barrel Screw: [ Ссылка ]
2mm Glass Seed Beads: [ Ссылка ]
Beadalon 7-Strand Bead Stringing Wire: [ Ссылка ]
Crimp Tube Beads: [ Ссылка ]
Crimping Plier for 2mm & 3mm Beads: [ Ссылка ]
Crimp Knot Covers: [ Ссылка ]

Not used in this video, but so helpful now that I have been doing waist Beads:
Beadalon 700A-300 Big Eye Curved Needles 3.5-Inch 2 Pieces Stainless: [ Ссылка ]
Large Eye Curved Beading Needles with Handle, 5.3 inch: [ Ссылка ]
1mm Elastic Bracelet String Cord Clear Stretch: [ Ссылка ]

Helpful Info:
Bead Wire: Use an online chart to make sure you have the right size crimp beads for your wire.

Barrel Clasp: Barrel clasps screw together for a secure and stylish fit.

Crimp Tubes: Crimp tubes come in a variety of sizes and metals, too, and some even have patterns on them. To crimp them, you need a crimping tool. Using the right size crimp bead or tube is also very important. If the crimp is too large for the jewelry wire, it won’t be able to grip the wire properly and it could slip, causing the jewelry piece to fail.

Crimp Covers: Crimp covers are designed to fit over the crimped bead or tube. They look like a bead, so it gives the design a more finished look.

Steps to securing your bead wire, Crimp tube, and Crimp Cover.

Slide the crimp bead down the wire. Move the crimp bead close to the end of the clasp or end piece. Check the crimp bead and make sure it is not too close to the clasp or end piece. You want to have a small loop around the clasp or end piece, but not so small that it holds the clasp so tightly that it cannot move freely. Flatten the bead.

Why do people wear them?
Weight awareness, Intimacy and fertility, Heritage and pride, Posture

How do you choose the right waist beads for your body?

Some waist beads are permanent. That means the string doesn’t stretch, and there’s no clasp to take the beads on or off. They’re designed to stay on your body 24/7 until they break or you decide to cut them off for good.

Some removable waist beads are also adjustable or come with extender chains. These may be a good option for people who want to continue wearing the same waist beads at any size without worrying about “fitting” into them. Instead, the beads fit you.

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