Making your own beaded jewelry continues to be a trend rolling its way back and forth across the country. Stop at almost any outdoor art fair or peek into any bead store, and you’ll see exquisite ...

While science and crafting may seem disparate, Lawther — the owner of String Bead, a beading and jewelry-making supply store in Chico — said there’s more commonality between the two than one would ...

Materials I used: Soft copper wire: 20 gauge (wire diameter 0.8mm): 40 cm (16 inch) and 20 cm (8 inch) 2cm (0.8 inch) for clasp Beads: 4, 6mm (abacus crystal) If after completion the length is ...