http://www.beadaholique.com/beads-pendants-charms/beads/gemstone-beads/lava – In this video learn how to create a strung bracelet featuring lava beads, howlite gemstone beads, and TierraCast pewter beads. Once the bracelet is finished, you can add essential oils to the lava beads to create your very own aromatherapy bracelet. In the course of the video you will learn how to string the beads, use the magical crimp forming tool, and how to add essential oils to your beads. SAFETY WARNING: Essential oils for external use only. Other than aromatherapy, dilute with a carrier oil. For topical use, rub a very small diluted amount on the inside of your elbow area to test for any allergic reaction before use. Discontinue use if any allergic reaction occurs. Keep out of the reach of pets. Essential oils can be potentially toxic to pets at certain concentrations. Avoid contact with eyes, keep out of the reach of children. If pregnant, consult with your health care provider before use.
Designer: Julie Bean
You can find the supplies in this video at Beadaholique.com:
BeadSmith Magical Crimp Assortment, 2x2mm, Silver / Gold / Copper / Black Oxide, 500 Pieces
SKU: FCR-3108
http://www.beadaholique.com/beadsmith-magical-crimp-assortment-2x2mm-silver-gold-copper-gunmetal-500-pieces.html
BeadSmith Flex-Rite Beading Wire, 7 Strand .02 Thick, 30 Foot Spool, Clear
SKU: XCR-1255
http://www.beadaholique.com/beadsmith-flex-rite-beading-wire-7-strand-02-thick-30-foot-spool-clear.html
TierraCast Fine Silver Plated Pewter Round Spiral Beads 7.5mm (2)
SKU: BMB-3373
http://www.beadaholique.com/tierracast-fine-silver-plated-pewter-round-spiral-beads-7-5mm-2.html
Natural Lava Gemstone Beads, Round 4mm, 1 Strand, Black
SKU: SPLV-111
http://www.beadaholique.com/natural-lava-gemstone-beads-round-4mm-1-strand-black.html
Magnetic Clasp, Smooth Round Ball with Loops 6mm Diameter, 1 Set, Gunmetal Tone Brass
SKU: FCL-0739
http://www.beadaholique.com/magnetic-clasp-smooth-round-shape-with-loops-6mm-diameter-1-set-gunmetal-tone-brass.html
Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, White Howlite, Round 6mm, 8 Inch Strand
SKU: SPHO-102
http://www.beadaholique.com/dakota-stones-gemstone-beads-white-howlite-round-6mm-8-inch-strand.html
Sharp Flush Cutter Pliers – For Cutting Beading Wire, 1 Piece
SKU: XTL-5600
http://www.beadaholique.com/xuron-sharp-flush-cutter-pliers-wire-soft-flex.html
Magical Crimping Pliers, Transforms 2mm Tubes into Round Beads, 1 Piece
SKU: XTL-7206
http://www.beadaholique.com/magical-crimping-pliers-transforms-2mm-tubes-into-round-beads-1-piece.html
Bead Stopper- Stop Beads Sliding Off Stringing Material
SKU: XTL-3000
http://www.beadaholique.com/bead-stopper-stop-beads-sliding-off-stringing-material.html
Jewel Drops, Essential Oils for Jewelry and Aromatherapy, Set of 6, 10ml bottles
SKU: XAR-010
http://www.beadaholique.com/jewel-drops-essential-oils-for-jewelry-and-aroma-therapy-set-of-6-10ml-bottles.html
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thank you that is a lovely video
Great video!
Very nice video. I saw one the other day from Fire Mountain gems, and that guy said their lava beads have a waxy coating that must be removed before essential oil is applied. Do your lava beads have that wax coating?
Great project! As you said, it doesn’t take much PEO so start slow then only add more if needed. Contact with straight PEO can also irritate skin so let the beads completely absorb the oil before wearing your beautiful “personal diffuser” 😉 Also, some people are highly sensitive to strong scents due to allergies, asthma and other medical conditions – another reason to go easy on the oil 🙂
Can you change the scent? How long should you wait if you want to change the scent? Any reason you only put on lava beads on one side?
Thanks
Mary
Does the oils make the lava bleed? I haven’t tried the oils with them yet. Also, will the oils get on your clothes, or do they absorb pretty thoroughly?
Wasting so much wire.
I saw another tutorial where they dunked the lava beads in hot water before making the bracelet What’s that about?
Can you use your favorite perfume instead?