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History and the Bead

Bead Embroidery is one of my favorite techquies to use.  Have you ever wondered just how that wonderful little bead you love so much came to be? I have, so I decided to do a little research on the History of beads and found a world of obsession with this little treasure, we call a Bead.

 Beads in history can be found as far back as 40,000 years ago.  Think about that for minute; 40,000 years.  Wow, you really are obsessed with this wonderful little bead. 

 Beads have been found in nearly every culture since the Stone Age.  King Tut had beadwork in his tomb. Beads were found in ancient temples in Nara, Japan and others dating back to the 8^th century.  Beadwork from India has been recorded in history.  Beadwork in African was found in a tomb in Nigeria that dates to the 8^th and 11^th centuries.

 American History tells us of explorers, like Alexander Mackenzie, David Thompson and the famous Lewis and Clark expeditions carrying glass beads for presents and exchange in dealing with American Indians.  Beads were use as a commodity and a treasured form of trade. 

 In today’s culture we still cherish this wonderful little creation, we call a bead.  You adorn yourselves with them, you create beautiful works of art with them and you have found all kinds of ways to string them on thread.  So the next time you pick up that little bead, remember your creating with part of your history, a history that’s been with us for over thousands of years.

 Here are a few photos I found on the internet of Ancient Jewelry, enjoy.

Cleopatra’s Tears

I  love it when I’m reading  other newsletters and blogs to find my work featured.  Check out the Editors Blog at “Bead & Button” and read her article “Learning from Fellow Beaders”.   Cleopatra’s Tears photo was added to her post. 

Cleopatra's Tears

Thanks Tea for using my photo!

Newest Designs

I have been hard working on my design for Fire Mountain Gems this year and now that the deadline is over I can share it with my readers.

Cleopatra's Tears

Wish my luck!

I also created a beaded necklace for Deb Luttrell, owner of Stitchin Heaven, you can find the most wonderful Quilt Kits and Quilting Supplies at Stitchin Heaven, it a must visit for all  Quilters. 

 

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Make-over!

Hello Everyone,

Terri Faye Jewelry is getting a new make-over! Watch for it coming in May. Fun and excited how-to jewelry instructions, featured Jewelry Artists, give-aways, contests and more. Don’t miss out on the fun, all coming in May 2009!