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Clay beads in themselves are a subcategory of beads. But did you know that there are even more subcategories of these unique kinds of beads? In this article I want to show you just some the ways you can categorize these little works of art in the hopes of making your shopping and beading experience a little easier.

When you first begin this hobby you need to build a framework in your mind so you have a better idea of what you need to buy and how you need to plan what you will create. Knowing the way things are categorized is a great step in this process. When it comes to clay beads there are many categories but there are three basic ones.

1. Color- When it comes to any type of beads this is usually the first way things are categorized. This is also the way that I like to organize things in my personal inventory. It makes it easier for me to visually see what I have and get an idea of what it is that I want to make.

2. Shape- When you think about these little handcrafted works of art you may not have given much though to their shape. But each little bead has a unique shape to it and these shapes can help you categorize your personal inventory. This is a great way to visually see what you have, much like organizing things by color, but also having things organized by shape gives you an extra subcategory as you plan your patterns and styles. Using different shapes can give your jewelry and extra added flare and having things organized by shape will make your work go quicker and easier.

3. Texture- Clay beads have unique textures. The two main textures are smooth and rough. Smooth versions of these beads have that traditional, finished ceramic look. The rough ones look more like a natural stone. Both of them are beautiful though and can make wonderful jewelry when used in the right situation.

As you begin this new hobby you will realize there is a lot going on and a lot to learn. Your inventory will grow quickly and you will want to stay organized so you can fully enjoy this new hobby. If you do not get organized then this hobby will not be nearly enjoyable as it could be. Hopefully these categories will help you as you begin the organization process.

Once many people have purchased their clay beads they are unsure about what to do next. Most people want to make a piece of jewelry but they my not know how to get started. In this article I want to show you how to make a bracelet. This is one of the more simple places to start and will be a great way for you to begin your journey in this new hobby.

1. Make a plan.- The first thing you need to do is plan out the plan for what you want your bracelet to look like. You need to think about the purpose your jewelry will serve. Will it be casual, professional, or formal? You need to decide what type of material you will use for the wire. Will it be metal, plastic, or leather? You need to decide what types of clay beads you will use. This will include thinking about color and also what pattern you will put them in. You also need to decide if you are going to add charms of any kind onto your bracelet. This is a necessary yet fun part of the process as you get to dream big about what could be.

2. Work the plan.- Now that you have a plan you need to get to work. You first need to measure the wire you chose and cut it to the right lenght. Then you want to either put a clamp on one end or tie a knot of some kind. This will keep your beads from falling off. Now you can start adding your beads in the pattern that you chose. lso, do not forget to add your charms in the right place if you chose to use those.

3. Evaluate and then add the finishing touches.- Now you need to look at your bracelet and decide if you are happy with it. Did the pattern you put your clay beads in turn out as you had hoped? Did the charm work out well? Will your bracelet fit and serve the purpose that you made it for? If you are happy with all these things then you can add the clasps and you are finished. There are many kinds of clasps and knots that you can use. If you are not familiar with these then I encourage you to look online for video tutorials on how to use each of these or go to your local beading store and see if their are classes that you can take. This is process is not difficult but there are more details and options than can be mentioned here.