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berniechocolate said:
I recently sold away some of my bangles . I m not sure if it’s piling on that couple of pounds during this covid season , food being a source of comfort or age . But I can’t put some on some of my smaller bangles on with ease anymore . But I have a new fetish now . Jadeite beads . When strung on elastic threads , they are fairly easy to put on and don’t give me bruises . These were strung for my parents sometime ago . I read some articles about some positive health effects with the movement of beads on the accuppoints of the wrist ,and my parents seemed to enjoy wearing them . Sharing them before I delete the pictures .View attachment 4886403View attachment 4886404View attachment 4886405View attachment 4886406
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The bead bracelet from the second picture is my favorite! Love the colors! Now I want one
 
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SmokieDragon said:
Love this - the vibrant orange, the dreamy green, just the whole concept :biggrin: Also love all your colourful harmonious beads :biggrin:
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Juju:smile: said:
The bead bracelet from the second picture is my favorite! Love the colors! Now I want one
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thanks dearies ! Makes my day when I saw the orange turn out ok too after the setting . Lol look at my amateurish drawing

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Juju:smile: said:
I can't stop looking at your bead bracelet. If you don't mind sharing, where did you get the bracelet from?
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My bracelet is from HongKong . Before the covid happen . I use to think that I can’t carry off beads since they reminded me of what Buddhist monk wear . I think we can choose those that might suit our personalities , and it can be flattering too.

There are various different sellers on Etsy . I believe they sell jadeite bead bracelets like this . Some of these sellers are from hk too I should think . Hope that helps.
 
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berniechocolate said:
Walk past Li Hong , in Singapore . Didn’t go in to get tempted . They have nice stuff but the price tag also “very nice” View attachment 4887263
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I was just on their website. Quickly had to close it before getting tempted by the many earrings they have there. It helps that those I love are hook ones which are risky to wear now that we must wear masks
 
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berniechocolate said:
My bracelet is from HongKong . Before the covid happen . I use to think that I can’t carry off beads since they reminded me of what Buddhist monk wear . I think we can choose those that might suit our personalities , and it can be flattering too.

There are various different sellers on Etsy . I believe they sell jadeite bead bracelets like this . Some of these sellers are from hk too I should think . Hope that helps.
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Thank you for sharing! I'll check out beads in those sites fellow jadeite ladies have shared are reputable grade A sellers.
 
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Juju:) said:
Thank you for sharing! I'll check out beads in those sites fellow jadeite ladies have shared are reputable grade A sellers.
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Hope you have a good time shopping .

From my experience shopping for beads . In the beginning , I m very attracted by cheaper prices . But I realize the cheaper beads often comes with cracks and flaws , but I don’t feel very good wearing them .
So I would advise , to ask questions if the beads are free from cracks or flaw free . Because it is not easy to polish them into nice round shapes. If you are buying online .

The occasional stoneline is normal because it’s a natural stone . But , the lesser flaws any jade has , the better the quality or translucency or color , the price also rises proportionately with it .

But overall , if you are happy to consolidate your spending with quality that’s abit better . It may seem more $$$ at first . But you are less likely to keep buying and buying and be happy with pieces u have . Because you will continue to appreciate the quality that you were happy to part your money with . Happy shopping ! ❤️❤️
 
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berniechocolate said:
Hope you have a good time shopping .

From my experience shopping for beads . In the beginning , I m very attracted by cheaper prices . But I realize the cheaper beads often comes with cracks and flaws , but I don’t feel very good wearing them .
So I would advise , to ask questions if the beads are free from cracks or flaw free . Because it is not easy to polish them into nice round shapes. If you are buying online .

The occasional stoneline is normal because it’s a natural stone . But , the lesser flaws any jade has , the better the quality or translucency or color , the price also rises proportionately with it .

But overall , if you are happy to consolidate your spending with quality that’s abit better . It may seem more $$$ at first . But you are less likely to keep buying and buying and be happy with pieces u have . Because you will continue to appreciate the quality that you were happy to part your money with . Happy shopping ! ❤️❤️
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Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I was leaning towards your suggestion, but it's also tempting to get something to start (this will be my first jade purchase). I was originally looking for a bangle, but hmm, I'm not sure now after seeing your beautiful bracelet. The ones I've seen so far does not come nearly as beautiful as yours! (Still drooling ). I need to be patient and not rush into this whether it be a bracelet or a bangle.
 
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