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MRI scanner steers magnetic particle in live animal's blood

The researcher moved microscopic magnetic beads through the arteries of live pigs (Image: Applied Physics Letters)

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Moroccan shell beads point to dawn of modern human behaviour
Source: Planet Earth

Tiny shells had been pierced and strung into necklaces or jewelry 80,000 years ago among the people of North Africa, according to studies by an international team of scientists. The shells were carefully pierced, strung, and even dyed with red ocher or heated.

My Tree of Life from the Bead Loom

Everyone knows that I like to make things. And that I have learned all kinds of crafts. From those crafts I have explored different skills.

Beaded Egg and Accessories
Source: diynetwork.com

Add sparkle to your home with easy-to-make beaded accessories. Cindy Piccoli, host of HGTV's Decorating With Style, explains the simple process of crafting lovely beaded eggs. Beaded Egg Materials:

Beads of Courage at Gallery 801
Source: tucsonweekly.com

Company that made toxic toy beads apologizes
Source: International Herald Tribune

The Hong Kong company that manufactured millions of poisonous toy beads in mainland China issued a public apology Thursday, with the chairman saying that it had not occurred to anyone to check whether an inexpensive glue ingredient on the beads would be dangerous for children to  …

The Recall That Stole Christmas - Aqua Dots
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The Christmas lists of children around the world shrunk a little after one of this year's hot holiday toys was pulled from store shelves this week.

Recall ordered for toy that turns into party drug
Source: The Age

A POPULAR children's toy found to contain a chemical that the human body turns into the party drug "fantasy", or "GHB", has been banned in three states and is being recalled by its Melbourne creator.

Finding Children's Beading Classes
Source: luckycharmcart.com

There are many adults who participate in beading activities, but it should be known that children can very well participate here as well.

80,000-year-old Beads Shed Light on Early Humans
Source: Yahoo! News

Even the very first modern humans may have spruced themselves up with beaded bling.

Secrets to Jewelry Supply Buying

Shhh, don't tell anyone... No, I'm not going to give you a list of my suppliers!! But I will give you some helpful hints in finding your own, and what I've learned. Especially things to avoid when purchasing supplies.

Featured Etsy Store: A Rose by Name
Source: hhhenterprises.com

A profile of Anna, a home based jewelry designer who sells on etsy.com

How to be a good bead whore

This is the fist year in a long time I have not been able to go down to Mardi Gras in New Orleans.

Beading as a Business, is it Possible?
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One of the greatest thrills is the incredible feeling of satisfaction when a person pays real money for something that you personally designed and created! Wow… what a rush! So ask yourself this question… Can I seriously make money making jewelry?

All About Swarovski Crystal
Source: pugster.org

Swarovski crystal is recognized as some of the most magnificent crystal made worldwide. Given the brilliance, variety and innovation of Swarovski crystal, its popularity is no surprise.

Jewelry Making: The Right Wire for You
Source: pugster.org

Recently I was asked by a reader what kind of wire to use in making a charm ring. I had forgotten how difficult choosing the right gauge of wire really us.

Homemade Charm Ring
Source: pugster.org

Since I just made my own traditional charm bracelet, I thought I'd make my own charm ring too! A charm ring is a great way to accentuate a charm bracelet or charm necklace (yes you can make a charm necklace). A charm ring is also quick and easy to make. Lets get started!

Homemade Charm Bracelet
Source: pugster.org

Charm bracelets are fun to wear. Recently, as I was cleaning my drawers and cabinets, I came across all sorts of odds and ends: a single earring, a ring with no stone, a pretty bead, some sea glass, buttons, shells, little bells and other things.

Balanced Beading
Source: pugster.org

I was recently given some helpful beading advice in regards to off-center beading. Since I'd been holding onto a beautiful sterling-silver gemstone clasp for quite sometime, I decided to put the newfound advice to good beading use.

Beaverton, Oregon has a Secret

In a world filled with people working their nine to five jobs like orwellian automatons, we all sometimes wish that we had pursued a dream, an interest or a talent, and perhaps found an escape from the prison that so many modern lives can become.

Visiting the Home of Murano Glass Beads
Source: pugster.org

Wanting to celebrate my birthday with a bang, I decided to spend two weeks in Italy this year. Italy is one of my favorite places in the world. With the pasta, wine, people, language, landscape and style how you a girl not love Italy? I had a wonderful trip!

Beads and Beading
Source: pugster.org

One of my favorite hobbies is making beaded bracelets, necklaces and earrings! There are so many different types of beads to choose from: handmade Murano beads, gemstone beads, antique beads, Swarovski crystal beads, small seed beads and ceramic beads among others.

Ronald McDonald found covered in duct tape and Mardi Gras beads
Source: community.emeraldcoast.com

Ronald McDonald, a character statue kidnapped from his bench outside the McDonalds restaurant in Miramar Beach, has been recovered in Niceville.

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