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The Bead Shop (Nottm) Ltd Newsletter
Issue 33
4th November 2010
Welcome to Novembers newsletter. Things are getting really busy here; we've just got back from the Big Bead Show (thank you to everyone who came to our stand to say hello), the shop is now open Sundays until Christmas, myself and Steph have just completed our Art Clay Level 1 (pictures coming soon to facebook & flickr) and plans are really coming together for the Nottingham Bead & Craft Show where we will launch our new workshop timetable - see side panel for more details and your chance to win free tickets.
Swarovski 6240 Wild Heart Pendants
Swarovski Wild Heart Pendants
New from SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS the Wild Heart pendant is a modern interpretation of the classic heart shape. Featuring an elongated shape with asymmetric facets, they are a satisfying weight without being chunky. Available in 17mm & 37mm, to see the range click here.

http://www.mailorder-beads.co.uk/shop/swarovski-6240-wild-heart-pendant/

Artistic Wire
Orchid Purple Silver Plated Artistic Wire
We are very excited to be stocking 12 beautiful colours of Artistic wire. They feature a copper (or brass) core with an exclusive enamel coating engineered to resist chipping, tarnishing and peeling. We stock 20 gauge (0.81mm); ideal for both making jump rings & chainmaille (see project below) and for wigjigs. Click here for more information.

http://www.mailorder-beads.co.uk/shop/artistic-wire/
Bullseye Fusing Glass
dichroic glass pendantWe are now stocking Bullseye fusing glass and CBS Dichroic glass to complement the kilns we sell. This is the same high quality glass used by Hanmadebeads (as shown in the pendant) and within our workshops. For more info or to view our range click here.

http://www.mailorder-beads.co.uk/shop/glass-fusing-supplies/
Chainmaille Earring Project
chainmaille earringsThese earrings are deceptively quick to make and an excellent introduction to chainmaille. They look fantastic made out of the new colours of Artistic Wire!
Click here to download the project.

http://www.mailorder-beads.co.uk/article/projects/
How to cut jump rings
Want to make your own jump rings quickly, easily and with perfect ends? Make a coil of wire using your usual method (jumpring maker or mandrel). Then using flush cutters cut the end of the coil so that it is flat. Then for the clever bit, turn your cutters round before the next cut so that both ends are flat. The coil will then have a point so trim the end flat before you cut your next ring.
Opening Hours:-
Shop: Monday - Saturday 9.30am - 5.30pm
Sundays until Christmas 12 - 4pm

Mailorder: Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm,
 Saturday 9am - 1pm
Telephone: 0115 9588899
 
Happy Beading!
 
Hana and everyone at mailorder-beads.co.uk
The Bead Shop (Nottingham) Ltd
In This Issue
Swarovski Wild Hearts
Artistic Wire
Bullseye Fusing Glass
Chainmaille Earrings
Hint & Tip
Nottm Bead & Craft Show
SWAROVSKI SALE
Swarovski Inspiration Guide
Nottingham Bead & Craft Show News & Giveaway
Alison's cupcakes
Swarovski have kindly loaned us many of their amazing design pieces which we will be displaying in a SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS gallery to inspire you. They are also sponsoring several of our designers to make some amazing pieces for the show. The free workshops at the show are booking up fast so don't forget to pre-order your tickets by clicking here so you can book a place. 
We have 10 pairs of tickets to give away. To enter email your name & address to competitions@mailorder-beads.co.uk with 20/11/10 as the subject line. Winners will be chosen on a first come first served basis.
50% off a huge range of Swarovski!
To clear room for some exciting new beads we are having a massive clear out of SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS beads, pendants & findings. With 50% off singles & 40% off wholesale packs and kits why not grab yourself a bargain by clicking here.
Inspiration Guide
christmas inspiration guide from swarovski 
This month we've got all festive with Swarovski's inspiration guide click here to view.
15% off

Get off to a flying start with your Christmas shopping with 15% off all orders over £45. For use online please enter code CC_N15, for use in the shop please print this voucher.  

(Maximum 1 use per customer per day. Excludes books, magazines, sale items, handmade, gift vouchers & workshops)
Offer Expires:
1st December 2010