Wood Beaded
2011
4 Pitfalls to Avoid When Selecting a Wood Photo Frame
Wood picture frames are a popular choice for displaying your favorite photos but unfortunately there are some buying pitfalls you should know. Before you shop for that perfect wood picture frame, you need to be aware of these four pitfalls.
Pitfall #1- Mistaken Identity
When shopping for a wood picture frame, you need to understand the difference between the three types of wood frames: solid wood frames, composite wood frames and wood veneer frames. These differences are important because the cost of the frame will vary widely depending upon the type of wood used to make it.
Solid wood frames don’t need any explaining but composite wood frames are made out of tiny wood pieces glued together with a special adhesive. Decorative frames, frames with beaded borders, decorative round frames or oval frames are all made of composite wood. It is the most economical and quality conscious way to have a decorative wood edge on a frame without hand carved or glued-on ornamentation. Inexpensive “wood frames” are also made of composite wood which is why some people associate low quality with composite wood. However, composite doesn’t have to mean inexpensive or inferior quality or workmanship. It’s simply a more environmentally sustainable and superior way to make ornate and decorative wood frames.
Wood veneer gives a frame the real look of wood without having to use solid wood. Wood veneer is a thin sliver of high quality wood, like an exotic or local hardwood, that’s glued to a less expensive piece of solid wood. In some cases, the veneer is glued to composite wood. The beautiful look of burl wood is a great example of when a wood veneer is best used. With expensive hardwoods there is no point in having a beautiful solid burl wood frame when all you see of the frame is the outside. A veneer of an exotic or expensive hardwood will allow more frames to be made with this limited resource and is an economical way to make a unique and beautiful wood frame.
Pitfall #2- Wood isnt Perfect
Many people dont stop to think that wood is from nature, with all its imperfections. Do not expect your wood frame to be perfect because wood naturally has variations. For most people its the natural wood grain, color variations and natural imperfections (like wood knots) that make wood frames so beautiful. High quality frame manufacturers do minimize these variations however be aware that they can happen.
Pitfall #3- Danger of Unfinished Wood
You may already be aware of this pitfall if you have purchased unfinished wood pieces before but unfinished wood can easily be damaged. Unfinished frames are made of raw wood with no protective lacquer or coating to seal the wood and protect the frame from damage. Generally most frames are “finished” so the best way to spot an unfinished frame is to feel the rough natural wood texture. Unfinished wood frames can easily be damaged by water or any sticky or oily substance that may come into direct contact with the frame. Be especially careful with oily fingerprints as they can leave a mark that can be impossible to remove.
Pitfall #4- Watch Out for Misleading Colors
Manufacturers of wood frames describe frames with words like cherry, walnut, rosewood or teak. Don’t think of the wood type as being the material used to make the frame. It’s just easier to help people understand the actual color of the frame by relating it to a recognized wood color. Most frames are stained these colors but are rarely made of solid woods like cherry, walnut, rosewood or teak. Usually if a frame is made out of a solid wood, the description will say solid walnut or solid teak. If it doesn’t say solid, it’s most likely just stained that color. The best way to know what you’re getting is to read the frame description carefully and always ask the frame retailer if you’re not sure. Also, solid wood like teak, cherry or walnut will be considerably more expensive than staining a wood frame made out of a less epxensive wood.
By remembering and avoiding these potential pitfalls when buying a wood frame, you’ll be able to find a wood frame that’s exactly what you want.
Tutorial: How To Make Beaded Bead (Wooden Bead 12mm and Seed Beads 15/0) Part 2
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Glass, Nickel and Wood Black ‘Fifteen’ Strands Necklace (India) $24.49 Handcrafted by artisans in India, this comes in a stunning color combination of brown, black and silver. The stunning necklace is made with glass, nickel and wood beads and secures with a lobster claw clasp. |
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Glass, Nickel and Wood Green ‘Fifteen’ Strands Necklace (India) $25.49 Handcrafted by artisans in India, this comes in a stunning color combination of brown, green and silver. The stunning necklace is made with glass, nickel and wood beads and secures with a lobster claw clasp. |
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Pretty Little Style Multi-strand Statement Necklace $27.49 This handmade necklace from Pretty Little Style features multiple strands of gold seed beads and dark blue-green wood beads wrapped together into one bold statement. |
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Kenneth Jay Lane 3-row Dark Wood Beads with Flat Discs Necklace $24.99 This three-row beaded fashion necklace from Kenneth Jay Lane features an elegant dark wood beaded design. The necklace also offers a 15-inch length and flat-disc accents. |
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Bink Link Slugger Blue Pacifier Clip $10.99 This pacifier clip is ideal for any baseball fan. This clip features blue, natural and white-colored beads and a predominate blue bead with Slugger written across it. |
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Pretty Little Style Turquoise and Wood Necklace $25.99 This lovely handmade necklace from Pretty Little Style features two sizes of elegant turquoise beads. Rugged brown beads complement this stylish necklace, finished with a lobster claw clasp. |
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Signature Moments Sterling Silver and Italian Wood Bead $18.49 Celebrate…Inspire…Design… Life’s moments are precious, make them Signature Moments This charming bead from Signature Moments features a sterling silver base with beautiful polished wood. |
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Wood ‘Beaded Krobo Maiden’ Mask (Ghana) $50.99 Crowned by a circular headdress, a young woman boasts a wide band of multicolor beads across her forehead in this mask. Hand-carved by Ghana’s Victor Yao Delanyo, brass repousse adorns the young woman’s cheeks and subtle color highlights her beauty. |
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Isabela Stone/ Wood/ Crystal Garden Harvest Bracelet (Guatemala) $18.09 This fanciful, artfully hand-woven, fair trade bracelet is the ideal accent to any outfit, dressy or casual. The Fair Trade piece of jewelry is made by Mayan women in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala out of stone, glass and wood beads with Czech crystal. |
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Silverplated Brass Beads Colorful Charm Bracelet (Kenya) $23.99 Beautiful charm bracelet has beads in red, white, black, green and moreJewelry features brilliant beads and silver electroplated brassBracelet features horn beads, seed beads and wood beadsJedando Modern Handicrafts |
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Golden Horn Medallion and Wood Bead Multi-strand Necklace (Philippines) $34.99 Channel your inner artisan with this handcrafted multi-strand necklace. A globally influenced mix of hardwood, coco heishi and copper and goldtone glass beads are strung on this stunning piece of jewelry. |
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Silvertone ‘Confidence’ Crystal Necklace $22.49 This stylish necklace features oval black wood bead spaced by clear Preciosa Czech rondelles with a ball woven of black crystals. This necklace includes an antiqued silvertone s-hook clasp and measures 20 inches long. |
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Handmade Copper Wire Burgundy Teardrop Earrings (India) $14.99 You’ll look fabulous with these graduated teardrop-shaped copper wire loops with faceted glass, wood and metallic beads. These great go-with-everything earrings feature hinged easel backs. |
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Wood and Amber Glass Bead Drop Earrings (India) $12.59 Adorn yourself with beautiful handmade earrings from India. Made with wood and amber-colored glass on brass hinges, these drop earrings make a great addition to any casual wardrobe. |
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Cuff Luv Black and White Stripe Magnetic Magic Pin $18.99 Accessorizing just got easier with a magnetized brooch from Cuff Luv. This Black and White Stripe Magic Pin is simple to position and gentle on garments with its strong magnetic backing, powerful enough to hold through all types of fabrics. |
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Wood ‘Ghanaian Warrior’ Mask (Ghana) $44.99 Elongated and sharp as a spear, mask depicts the stern visage of a great chiefWarrior mask features colorful beadwork and embossed brassDecorative accessory assures that a great chief will be remembered |
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Round Brown 6-6.5 mm Wood Beads (16-inch strand) $5.39 Complete your next project with wood round beadsJewelry supplies offer neutral colors to blend with any projectAccessories come temporarily strung on a 16-inch-long strand |
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Wood and Blacklip Shell Necklace (Philippines) $60.99 Timeless style is found in a handcrafted Blacklip shell pendant necklace. This amazing piece of jewelry also features graduated Kamagong wood beads, with strands of Blacklip shell heishi and black-dyed wood beads. |
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Elegantly Mixed-Multisrand Beaded Necklace (India) $18.49 This lovely multistrand necklace features beautiful glass and wood beads. This enchanting necklace was handmade in India. |
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Melissa & Doug Flower Power Bead Set $19.49 Includes: Wooden beads, strings, and wooden caseAge Group: Four years and up |
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SL Fashions Women’s Plus Size Coral Cotton Embellished Tiered Dress $71.99 Stone and wood beads accent the ruffled crewneck of this vibrant coral dress from SL Fashions. Tiered ruffles shape this stylish cotton dress. |
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SL Fashions Women’s White Cotton Beaded Tiered Dress $59.99 Stone and wood beads accent the ruffled crewneck of this crisp white dress from SL Fashions. Tiered ruffles shape this stylish cotton dress. |
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Nickel-plated and Wood Rings Beaded Necklace (India) $23.59 Handcrafted by artisans in India, this comes in multiple shades of natural brown and black. The stunning necklace is made with wood beads and nickel-plated rings. |
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Silk/ Cotton ‘Oriental Red’ Sling Tote (Thailand) $24.99 Ruby silk distinguishes the design on this generous sling toteHandcrafted hand bag features a black cotton strap tied by golden cords with raintree wood beadsBag secures with button closure |
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Coconut Shell ‘Earth Roses’ Shoulder Bag (Thailand) $28.99 Sasithon Saisuk works in warm brown colors for an exclusive design on this shoulder bagHandbag features a mesh of coconut shell panelsHand-crafted shoulder bag closes with a zipper and is trimmed with rain tree wood beads |
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Glass and Wood Latin Sunrise Beaded Bracelet (Chile) $19.99 Add a beautiful touch of fashion to your wardrobe with a colorful glass and wood bead bracelet. This piece of jewelry is handmade in Chile as a part of an economic development project that supports artisans and their families. |
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