How to make your beadwork stiff - I've tried a few products so you don't have to.

[@queenielisalisalisa6139]

Thank you for a very informative video. 👍🏽

[@crazybeautiful2074]

Thank you, now I know what to buy. I appreciate your knowledge of these products.

[@snailsandfairydust]

You are so welcome!

[@zoarfreeman4334]

I learn so much from you. I was so frustrated with some earrings, especially the style in this video, where the top part would fold over when I wore them and here I am with gloss finish mod podge the whole time. 😂 I never even thought to use this. Thank you so much. I'm about to try it now.

[@snailsandfairydust]

Glad it was helpful!

[@willowmoonlabradors]

Thank you for doing this video. I put off coating mine because I didn't know what to use. Thank you!

[@josephinewinap9829]

Your work is beautiful

[@snailsandfairydust]

Thank you

[@concernedchristian9731]

I was so happy to find this video as I have the exact problem with my beaded earrings bending in the middle and looking terrible. I opted for the Protecta Clear because I saw other potential options for its use. Anyway, I CLEARLY used too much because it completely took the color off the beads in my earrings! I had to paint the color back on! It was awful! But they are stiff. I ordered another pair of those same earrings (thankfully they were only $27)and will use Mod Podge or diamond glaze this time. Thank you for the video and all the info.

[@JulioNorat]

I tried nail hardener on the backside of my earrings and it worked well, it stiffened them without taking off any colors. The only issue is that at first it has a nail polish smell, which wears off. But I have plenty of Mod Podge Gloss and Matte, so I will try this next. Thanks for the tip

[@jozoy5498]

Love your book! Thanks for the tutorial on the stiffening agents.😊

[@snailsandfairydust]

You are so welcome! And thank you for the support! 🥰

[@angelwings7930]

Used clear nail polish back in the day.

[@snailsandfairydust]

Yes, I have definitely done that in the past

[@debbieg6921]

Love your Book and videos 🩷🩵💛🧚‍♀️

[@snailsandfairydust]

thank you so much!

[@stephaniev484]

Thank you for making this video❤

[@georgettemayo3696]

Thanks for this helpful demonstration👍🏾👏🏾

[@snailsandfairydust]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Vantasticviews2]

I’ve also heard floor wax works well. Just dip the entire beaded piece, let it sit a bit, then remove and allow to dry.

[@vickym7570]

I used mod podge years ago and it stayed tacky.I love diamond glaze.Thanks for your opinions😊

[@snailsandfairydust]

Thanks for watching!

[@yvettecarreon4193]

Where can I find the Protect A Clear?

[@snailsandfairydust]

I ordered it direct a company called Everbright here in the UK. Not sure I’m the US but maybe a metal supply or jewelry supply place

[@yvettecarreon4193]

@@snailsandfairydust thank you

[@anitaebeling5344]

Does the Mod Podge make Matte Delicas shiny?

[@zoarfreeman4334]

that's what I'm wondering too

[@snailsandfairydust]

If I’m using them on matte Delicas, I try to wipe of the surface so the mod podge is really just getting to the thread. Also, Mod Podge does have a matte version.

[@knowledgejunction4985]

Can I use gloss varnish of a good brand? Because I don't have anything you showed there. I'm really new to beading, that's why asking you this question.

[@snailsandfairydust]

I’m not sure as I’ve never tried it myself 🤔

[@loycehake4614]

Great tips!

[@snailsandfairydust]

Glad it was helpful!

[@delorisbutler7312]

Thank you, Great advice!

[@snailsandfairydust]

You are so welcome!

[@skylerthegoodyandere6017]

Where do you get your earrings clasps?

[@snailsandfairydust]

I get them from a website called Perles and Co in France ( I’m in England ) but I have a link to some I have found on Amazon in my Amazon storefront. The link is in the profile on my page.

[@Ookleton]

thank you!

[@Capirucha65]

I always use modpodge

[@TheCrimsonPope]

Hi! Doesn't mod podge get yellow over time? I worry about it with light-colored, especially white beads :/

[@snailsandfairydust]

No, I’ve never had any problems with the mod pod yellowing.

[@taylorrbrant5514]

Does using mod podge discolour the beads after a while?

[@snailsandfairydust]

I oldest Mod Podged earrings I have are 5 years old and still look great.

[@Mariano0o0]

I tried mod modge gloss finish yesterday and it left a weird finish on the beads, there was also cloudy finish inbetween the beads, is that normal? Am I putting too much. How to not get it inbetween the beads

[@snailsandfairydust]

Sounds like you used too much. You mainly want it to be on the threads so you can work it into the threads and then wipe any excess off to the beads. Also, you only need to do it on one side.

[@IsabelCristinaGuerra-g9h]

Porfa en español

[@shemarbra]

whats wrong with good old PVA glue .It works for me