Sunday, January 17, 2016

A Look At Unique Beaded Sets

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By Larry Jackson


Beads are used in decorations and are made from materials such as stones and bones. To fit them into the required place drilling has to be done to ensure tight fitting. Stone settings are of different types. Bead setting is one of these types. Other types are burnish, bezel, channel and prong setting. Unique beaded sets enhance creativity, to be an independent thinker and to think critically rather than always doing what others do.

Beading is of enormous importance as it promotes development of many different skills to both the old and the young. Beads are of different sizes therefore holding these different sizes helps in exercising different muscles. It also promotes visual discrimination in that depending on the type of image outlook desired, the best suiting bead is selected. Visual discrimination is promoted when the color of the bead that best suits a desired image is selected.

Beading also promotes perfect coordination between the eye and the hand. This is because during the threading process it requires the hands and the eyes to work closely together. It also enhances acquiring cognitive skills such as good planning because one has to know the may be necklace to make, the best pattern and also the materials required. Mathematical skills also acquired because one has to know the length of the necklace to come up with and also some beads required.

Beading enhances acquire of social skills because it encourages sharing of beads and cooperation between children during the beading process. The dressing skills are also improved during the process. When one completes the intended project, improves self-confidence and self-esteem. It can also be a good source of entertainment.

The stone and a metal plate are some of materials required at the process. Tools used in the process are setting bur, round bur, bench vise, flex shaft, jet set, drill bits, ball bur and bead tool. The tools are usually very sharp because at times are pushed through very hard surfaces and therefore when handling them one ought to be very careful.

Bead setting starts with placing stones into the desired pattern. The diameter of stones defines the best spacing between them. The pattern required is also considered. Accuracy is greatly required when cutting the seats. Medium sizes of holes are required where they should not be too small or too large.

Always check the fitting as you progress with the process. It is good to maintain tight fitting since it is the most appropriate as the loose fitting could be the major source of problems as one proceeds. Determine the correct depth of seat that is most appropriate. Onglette graver is used to cut the line whose depth is equal to the depth of seat. By making cuts using onglette graver isolate the beads. Cleaning of the seat is done with setting bur by simply cutting the seat once more.

Ensured stone sits nicely by pushing it with a brush pusher. The beads are then raised and then formed. Too much force is not required during this stage. The process of bead making is very enjoyable. Most of the dressing concerned with weddings, social engagements and traditional celebrations are mainly decorated with the beads.




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