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Xavier Lim

Submitted by ClearlyChosen on Sat, 03/06/2010 - 05:38
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Artist: Xavier Lim

Artist Xavier Lim

A (re-)Emerging Artist

Short Bio

Xavier is a (re)emerging artist who has spent the last many years hiding from his talents. Possessing of innate natural talents that were easily discernible at a very young age, he "gave up" his artistic pursuits in the chaotic world of growing up, facing challenges, and bringing up a family.

bracelet - Chainmail Euro 4-1 & Byzantine

Submitted by ClearlyChosen on Fri, 02/26/2010 - 12:09
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Chainmail Bracelets - Euro 4-1 & Byzantine

European 4-1 and Byzantine Weaves

Byzantine chainmail weave

Hah! Finally I have persuaded myself after many long years to learn some chainmail. These are my first 3 bracelets destined to be tested out on my brother who I hope will wear them.

How To Antique Brass

Submitted by ClearlyChosen on Fri, 02/26/2010 - 03:16
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How to Antique Brass

Related Words
patina brass, antique metal finish, antique brass metal, antiquing brass, brass darkening, oxidize brass, brass antiquing, brass oxidation, brass patina, aging brass

Vintage (looking) metals have become increasingly popular in jewelry making. The process of giving metal a vintage or antique look is variously called darkening, oxidizing, patinizing or antiquing.

Cateye Beads

Submitted by ClearlyChosen on Mon, 02/22/2010 - 10:55
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Cateye Beads

What is Cateye bead?

Cat Eye or cateye beads

Cat Eye bead is a very popular bead in jewelry making.

Weaves List + ARs

Submitted by ClearlyChosen on Fri, 02/19/2010 - 14:45
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Chainmail Weaves List

Weaves, AR, & Tutorials

samples of chainmail

There are many maille weaves out there: lots and growing. And with gradations of difficulty.

Chainmail for Newbies

Submitted by ClearlyChosen on Fri, 02/19/2010 - 02:59
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Chainmail for Newbies

Chainmaille Basics - An Overview

You are here because you want to start on the exciting journey of chainmail-ing. Congratulations to you. But you might have tried before and there was just too much information, too much terminology, too much you were supposed to know .. and you gave up in frustration. Well this little Chainmail for Newbies is just for you. Forget all the other stuff. (You will pick them up as you go - even before you know it.) For now, this is all you need to know about chainmaille.

Terminology and Newbies

Submitted by ClearlyChosen on Thu, 02/18/2010 - 20:47
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Terminology and Newbies

I like to take a comforting moment to talk about terminology, especially where beginners and newbies are concerned.

There is specialized and specific terminology, and it doesn't matter what area of interest you are talking about. From medicine, spiritual matter, politics, IT, building, cooking, health, TV, music, and even everyday household chores, terminology abounds. It is part and parcel of life and it plays good purposes.

Bead Embroidery on Paper

Submitted by ClearlyChosen on Thu, 02/18/2010 - 00:51
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Bead Embroidery

Beading on Paper

bead embroidery on paper

Bead Embroidery on paper is a very interesting and rewarding craft, made more so by the diverse wealth of beautiful p

Bead Embroidery on Fabric

Submitted by ClearlyChosen on Wed, 02/17/2010 - 16:52
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Bead Embroidery

Beading on Fabric

beaded embroidery fabric

You can use any fabric that you can get a needle through.

Wire

Submitted by ClearlyChosen on Tue, 02/16/2010 - 20:41
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Wire

Beading and Jewelry Wire

What Wire To Use

Though often used synonymously, strictly speaking, jewelry wire is not the same as beading wire (e.g. Soft Flex). Beading wires are often referred to by their brand name as a means of differentiation.

In choosing your jewelry wire (aka metal wire), there are 4 main aspects to consider:

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