How to Choose Mala Beads

How to Choose Mala Beads

There are many factors to consider when choosing mala beads, such as the type of beads, the size and style of the necklace, and your personal preferences. Type of Beads: The most common types of beads used in malas are all natural materials like rudraksha seeds, sandalwood, rosewood, or tulsi wood. You can also find…

How to Date Trade Beads

How to Date Trade Beads

Use a jeweler’s loupe or microscope to examine the surface of the bead. If it is smooth, it was most likely machine-made. If there are small bumps or ridges, it was most likely handmade. Next, look at the holes in the beads. If they are perfectly round and even, they were probably made by a…

How to Dissolve Water Beads

How to Dissolve Water Beads

Water beads are often used in floral arrangements and as decoration in vases. They are made of water-absorbing polymer crystals that can absorb hundreds of times their weight in water. When the beads are no longer needed, they can be dissolved by following these steps: 1. Place the water beads in a container filled with…