You need one that has a MACRO setting and it would be best if you could turn the flash off. I have a $200 Canon that handles this well, but have to study the manual so if you are a newbie to cameras, ask the clerk for a simple one.

That's a nice cone you've asked about. There are different ways to use them but most often, they're a transition piece between multi strands and a clasp or, a single strand. One design (I like a lot) is when a necklace has a section in the front with multi strands so they show with an open blouse. The cones hide the function of bringing all the strands together with a jump ring or an eye pin. Then the narrow end has a chain or beaded strand to finish the necklace off without the bulk under the collar a chunky necklace would have.

I've used this cone in a similar way for a watch. There wasn't room on the watch loops for all the ends of the strands to attach so I gathered them on an eye pin and made a wrapped loop onto the watch.

There are all kinds of ideas (like this) in the Learning Center section here. Step by step directions to all kinds of pretty things. That's how I learned...hope this helps!

you can google that and a few different charts show up.then you can save the one you like to your favorites for quick reference.

You've probably seen the chart for Swarovski colors. Artbeads.com doesn't offer any other charts for "Swaros". The sizes are listed for each of the sew on items...in metric.

When you're viewing an item, on the right side, above the "add item box" will discribe if it's a single bead, giving it's size, a strand, how long it is along with the bead size or in some cases, how many grams of beads come in a packet.

They give a discount if you buy more of one thing...be sure to notice that!

e6000 works with most material.

Since bracelets are typically exposed to heavier wear than necklaces, we would recommend using a 49 strand jewelry wire in a .019 size for extra strength. Our design team uses ZambaPro 49 .019 Jewelry Wire in our free design ideas, as we have found ZambaPro wire to be exceptionally flexible and the most kink resistant.

We have a video tutorial available in our Learning Center on how to properly use jump rings that may be of help to you. You can view the video via the following link:

http://www.artbeads.com/jump-ring-ht-video.html

I would look for the large splitrings that are used for keys - you can use an old one - or buy a cheap one and take off all you don't want to use. Then you could attach a short piece of heavy chain with a regular large split riing and the items you want on the keychain for the breast cancer awareness.

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