I have been designing and making necklaces for several years. I began it as a hobby in my attempt to be artistic as I am from a very artistic family. I purchase most of my beads from e-Bay. I have approximately 20 different buyers that I use. I have found several in China who have incredible beads and the shipping charge is only $1.95! The beads themselves usually start at $2.00. I use all natural stones in my work. I have fallen in love with Freshwater Pearls. Most of them are dyed, but the shapes and...more
