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