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Plastic is a very versatile and readily accessible material. It has been mass produced since the 1940’s, and these days almost everything is made from plastic, from storage containers to toys, safety equipment to office supplies. There are both hard and soft plastics, and it can come in all colors, shapes and textures. Plastic items are not only affordable, but they are usually durable and eclectic.
Plastic beads are the least expensive option for beading. They are lightweight and colorful, making them good choices for beadwork projects for children. A lot of fun can be had creating bracelets, necklaces and earrings out of these novelty beads. Bracelets can be strung on wire or elastic, and worn around wrists or ankles.
Colors can be combined in any pattern you may desire. These pieces then can be worn to bring a bit of fun and color to any outfit. Children particularly like wearing pieces that they have made themselves.
You can check out all of the different types of Bead Jewelry we sell – bead bracelets, bead charms, bead necklaces, bead earrings etc. and in all the different types of bead materials – silver beads, resin beads, crystal beads, plastic beads, wood beads etc. by clicking on our Bead Jewelry Catalog link.
about plastic beads
Plastic beads are considered one of the more modern types of beads. The beads used hundreds of years ago tended to be made of natural elements, such as seashell, bone and wood. These beads were hand crafted, and took time to make. As beads became more and more popular, there became a need for mass production. With the popularity of plastic it was an obvious choice to use for beads.
Plastic beads can be made in any shape or size, it is a very malleable material, so it is easy to manipulate in to any shape. It can be molded and cast by the thousands. These beads are a great choice for children, as they love the bright colors, and the price is right. Some women may feel plastic lacks elegance, and prefer to stick with finer bead materials such as crystals and gemstones.
types of plastic
Plastic is actually a very broad term that covers a range of substances. There are a number of materials that fall in to this category, and they all have distinctive features. Lucite is the most refined type of plastic. Beads made of Lucite have a translucent sheen to them which gives them a very elegant look. These can be used for fine jewelry.
Resin is another type of plastic, and is a liquid that is poured on to a mold and set. In this way, intricate designs can be created using this material, and it can be finished with a high polish or matte look. Colors can be combined to create very interesting pieces. Finally, Bakelite is another type of plastic, which can be carved and inlaid with other colors.
You can check out all of the different types of Bead Jewelry we sell – bead bracelets, bead charms, bead necklaces, bead earrings etc. and in all the different types of bead materials – silver beads, resin beads, crystal beads, plastic beads, wood beads etc. by clicking on our Bead Jewelry Catalog link.
color and shape
Other types of beads may have limited options for color, but with plastic, absolutely any color is possible. This includes bold primary colors, as well as softer pastels, muted earth tones and much more. This range of colors allows a lot of flexibility to create jewelry for any occasion. As plastic is so easy to manipulate, the range of shapes available is enormous. From simple balls to tubes, to animals and cartoon characters. There really is something for everybody.
The texture of the plastic bead can also vary. It does not have to be the generic shiny smooth surface that you imagine. Indentations, or engravings can be added to the beads to make them more distinguishing. Beads come in several sizes, from tiny seed beads to larger, more substantial beads. Usually the smaller ones are used to make bracelets, where as the larger ones are reserved for necklaces.
our bead jewelry catalog
You can check out all of the different types of Bead Jewelry we sell – bead bracelets, bead charms, bead necklaces, bead earrings etc. and in all the different types of bead materials – silver beads, resin beads, crystal beads, plastic beads, wood beads etc. by clicking on our Bead Jewelry Catalog link.
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