Have you noticed how much jewelry is made with handcrafted glass beads? I see more of it every week. Good looks are important, but there are other things you should consider before you buy lampwork jewelry. The quality of any handcrafted item is equal to the expertise of its maker -- and lampwork beads are no exception to that rule. My bead buying tips will help you make good choices when you shop for jewelry.
_{Photo courtesy of Kim Miles}

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