Creating a Beaded Rim and a Gourgeous Metallic Finish

In this new video you'll discover:

How to create different beaded rim looks
Why bead size is important
How to create gorgeous metallic finishes using pigment powders and ink dyes
An easy way to prevent the raw gourd from showing through your beaded rim
Helpful tips for preventing your drill from slipping off the gourd
How far away from the edge to drill your holes (if you drill too close to the edge you risk cracking the gourd)
How to make your holes the exact same distance from each other with one simple step
How to protect your color from rubbing off while working on the beaded rim
An economical trick for making your beading easier (Mary's bead tray is the secret!)
How to start and finish the beading so that no wire shows
Why you want to wait until after you bead to finish the inside of your gourd

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