Many artists have experienced rejection which is obviously not easy to deal with.
If you have faced rejection once or twice in your beading life, don’t let it get to you. Reflect on the situation and pat yourself on the back instead. Rejection simply means you’re putting your art out there and you’ve pushed yourself outside of your comfort…
We all doubt ourselves, our art, and our abilities from time to time. As such, it’s easy to go off track with our goals and lose our sense of direction.
What does it take to brush aside doubts and get rid of negative thoughts? How do you build self-confidence and maintain it?
Not everyone is born with an amount of…
It’s your first time at a bead fair and you’re very excited. But how do you stand out if you’re new? How can your booth look distinct amongst a sea of competition?
Every beader needs to sell. There’s no satisfying feeling than getting your art out in the market and having customers pay good money for it. So, to make…
Fashionistas and trendsetters can’t get enough of puka, cowrie, and cockle shells. Many have jumped to this trend but it’s important to know where seashells are sourced, and how they are harvested and cleaned.
Considered as a haven for shell collectors, the Philippines has a vast offering of seashells. This comes as no surprise as the country has one of…
Are you about to start your first beading class?
As an experienced beader, I’m sure you’re itching to teach a class or two to impart your knowledge on beading. Whether you want to teach a particular project or a specific beading technique, there are basic things you must do and prepare ahead before teaching.
Have you thought about turning your hobby into a money-making venture?
If you’ve been beading for years now, it’s high time you get money out of it. Make the most of your passion and bring in extra income with your jewelry business.
Here are some of the best ways to make money out of beading.
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A popular activity for people of all ages, beading has provided an opportunity for many to be creative, to pass the time, and most importantly, to socialize and bond.
While most people think that adults can benefit from beading, kids can too. And since we are in the middle of the coronavirus outbreak, here’s why you and your…
How are you and your family coping while in isolation?
Now that we’re all in quarantine, which most likely will extend for weeks, months or even longer, some of you may be starting to be a little stir-crazy and desperate to go outside.
If you’re looking to incorporate more fun at home, here are a few activities that you can…
Since the COVID-19 outbreak, fear has gripped nations across the world. As developments and updates of the disease have taken over the news and social media, it’s normal to feel a wave of uncertainty, stress, anxiety, and worry.
It’s understandable to deal with negative emotions, but that doesn’t mean neglecting your health and well-being while you’re quarantined at home.
Here are…
Ever recognized a feeling of being stuck? You’re not alone.
Every once in a while, we find ourselves getting stuck in our work and no matter what we do, ideas just won’t come. The job might be the problem, the environment perhaps or maybe you?
If you are currently in this situation, we have some tips so you can get out…