#i linked that as a source for the info & pictures i am not a bead nucleated saleswoman relax

[dozydawn]

perliculture is so advanced. i thought those fun-shaped “freshwater” coin pearls were fakes or cut to shape but they really get mussels to grow these

some look messier than others with thicker nacre but even the neat ones occasionally have nacre bumps.

[aywren]

Diamond Paintings

@scholarlostintime​

Absolutely! Always happy to spread the addiction.

This is called Diamond Painting. (Link for lots of info!)

It’s similar to a paint by number or cross stitch, except you’re making pixel art on a canvas by affixing diamond drills (beads). Certainly pop “Diamond Painting” into Youtube and check out the videos with tips and demonstrations.

These come in kits with all the beads and tools you’ll need.

They come in many different designs - some popular art/characters, and all kinds of themes. You can even order a photo (or any digital image) as a custom painting from certain companies (I have a biiiiiiig one of Amon and Scylla I will do eventually).

Cost and Finding Kits

The cost of these kits range depending on the size and where you’re ordering them from. The bigger the better since this is pixel art - if you order too small, you get a rather muddled image in return.

Also, be aware that there are two kinds of kits: Full Drill and Partial Drill.

Full drill means the whole piece is filled with diamonds. Partial drill means that just a section of the picture has diamonds, and the rest is a colored background. Here’s a video to show you more info on it.

You can pick them up off of places like Amazon (cheaper and smaller kits). I  suggest checking reviews to see if there are pictures of the finished piece just to be sure you’ll be happy with the outcome. My first kit came from Amazon and I had no idea what I was even buying at the time! I just got lucky that it was a good sized piece and that it turned out looking nice. XD

You can get more expensive kits at places like Diamond Art Club. These are larger, always high quality, and really great kits. I’ve ordered several from this store and am always blown away by the quality. Just know you’re going to pay more for a better product, though. Some of these may also be a bit overwhelming to start with because of their large size.

For more variety, you can order form overseas (a lot of this originated in China). Places like Aliexpress and EveryDayDeals has LOTS of designs to search through. Just know that you’re going to be waiting months for shipping, especially with Covid slowing everything down. Also, double check if you buy from Aliexpress that the seller has good reviews. There are shops there known for their custom kits, but they take a long time to come.

Other places to look: Etsy, Wish and Ebay! Just search Diamond Painting. Again, Wish and some Etsy sellers may be sending from overseas, so may take some time.

Your fastest and cheapest source of kits is Amazon, but you have to be careful to research the size and the image outcome before you buy. Also, Amazon doesn’t quite have the expansive selection of designs. But if you just want to try one out at a low cost, that’s a good place to start.

[littlemissbeautybazaar]

Beautiful piece of fine jewelry- anybody more expert than me that can help me date this?

Hi all,

I am seeking some info on this piece. It features rose cut diamonds and a ruby set in a 14k enameled pendant.

Beads are (heated) sapphire and (cultured) pearl (I am a gemologist/appraiser by trade). The piece tested as gold (standard acid scratch test, but not super easy to do on the locket considering it is mostly covered in enamel) but is stamped "14C" indicating to me it is possibly foreign made/older.

My main question concerns properly dating the piece. I guess I'm getting Art Deco vibes? I know that enameling was popular in jewelry at this time as well as older diamond cut styles like rose cut and french cut.

The "14C" stamp is kind of throwing me. I know I'm wondering how to date this piece and where it might be from? It could obviously be brand new as well and just imitating a vintage style piece.

Anyone know anything I don't? If you can drop a hint I'm super appreciative of any knowledge anyone could lend!

picture of back design ---> https://imgur.com/a/vre2VoB

Thanks!!

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