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How can I tell if a seller is making their own beads or importing them from a factory somewhere? Submitted by lampworkart on Sat, 01/19/2008 - 11:33. Look for someone who calls themselves a self-representing-artist (although even that can be abused). If you notice a lot of listings on ebay (I mean many hundreds or thousands) they are probably an importer. If you don't know for sure you can ask on any of the forums (bead and button, wet canvas, or lampwork etc.) and they will be happy to educate you. Post new comment Subject: Comment: * Web page addresses and e-mail addresses turn into links automatically. Allowed HTML tags: <a> <em> <strong> <cite> <code> <ul> <ol> <li> <dl> <dt> <dd> Lines and paragraphs break automatically. Images can be added to this post. More information about formatting options

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Handmade lampwork beads are a colorful way to add unique design elements to your jewelry and art projects. Glass beadmaking is a rapidly emerging art. There are many different lampwork bead artists providing these unique and wonderful glass art beads. I focus on quality, style, fun color combinations, and whimsical sculpted beads (dragons, mermaids, bees, cats, Goddess beads, etc.). My beads are made in my Northwest studio of Effetre (Moretti) or Lauscha glass and are properly kiln annealed, cleaned, and ready for your designs. Each bead is a unique piece of glass art. There is an enormous quality difference between artist-made lampwork beads and those made in bulk. If you want exceptional beads for your jewelry designs or arts and crafts projects, look for beads made by a self-representing artist.

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