Wax Bead Embellishments & Crafting for Fun

In this video, I'm experimenting with wax beads to create color-coordinated embellishments for my cards.
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[@nicolalederer9517]

We are thinking of you and your people, Yana. Stay strong, stay safe, sending prayers. Kind regards from Germany, Nicola

[@donna9657]

I love playing with wax seals. My favorite card is the dark one

[@Yana.Smakula]

Yay! I'm glad to hear it ❤️

[@Chris-fp2pg]

They are all fabulous, but the white one is my favourite too!

[@Yana.Smakula]

Yay! Thank you 🩵

[@j9cardstock354]

I think of you, Yana, every time I see the news. Praying for you all. I should also say those are stunning cards. I prefer the white one too. Jeannine

[@ginasobania8135]

Beautiful cards! Sending love and prayers to you, your family, and Ukraine. 💙💛💙

[@confederatedixiedarling2911]

Another thought…recycle old candles and ultra fine glitter added to the spoon when melting the wax can be fun and look great.

[@Yana.Smakula]

True, but those seals would be fragile. The wax beads are more durable, they don't crumble

[@harmonyroselane421]

Pronunciation of “peridot” green cardstock is Pare-i-DOE. I purchased all of this and can’t wait to play. Thank you for the beautiful video!

[@jodavis5400]

I got a “Sealed” kit for Christmas. I haven’t used it yet but I’m watching videos while I wait for new wax beads and stamps to come in.

[@patriciawilson4135]

Thanks for sharing these ideas. These cards are lovely. I like the black card as it is especially elegant. You make me want this kit.

[@harmonyroselane421]

Pronunciation of fuchsia is FEW shah. Beautiful mix of beads!

[@joanbardee5135]

The black one is my favorite, but I love them all. Nice hearing your voice. ❤

[@yellagnome3947]

Yes I also love the white best, but all are amazing.

[@Yana.Smakula]

So glad you like them! Thank you 😘

[@bethjackson8727]

Wax beads! You got my attention with those words. Sounds like fun.

[@antoinettelempicki9775]

All the cards are lovely, but am partial to black background. Idea of doing wax embellishments is so creative! Stay safe. 🇺🇦

[@janeforever]

At first I thought the flower buds were little ladybugs on the tips of the leaves🤦‍♀️. I love these cards & the twine die. It's such a great idea & like you said you can match your card🥰

[@shirleymcneely1994]

God bless you and yours, Yana. Your cards are lovely, the white one is my favorite also.

[@Yana.Smakula]

Thank you ❤️

[@janeharrah3131]

Love the black and the white! Such beautiful cards.

[@scrappingranny]

Now that all my Christmas cards are done supplies put away I will start playing with the wax still waiting for a few things to arrive but have enough to try it. Cards are beautiful as usual can you make the little dots ahead and store them. Please stay safe and thanks for all your beautiful work.💕💕

[@ashleyowens1093]

Beautiful cards, as always. You are in my thoughts every day. Praying that you stay safe.

[@InspiringBeautifulCreations]

Simply beautiful, I love the white one!

[@tammy5590]

Brilliant idea to pour the dots. They are pretty cards. I really like the white and dark pink one. TYFS.

[@deniseledbetter6091]

They are such elegant cards. I really like the white one because of the shimmer. These die are on my wish list along with a wax seal kit. Thank you for sharing

[@jai.cee.]

The embossed cardstock look like wafer cookies! Absolutely love your work.

[@traceybartlam7737]

Beautiful card and the idea of wax beads is great

[@ACreativeMuse]

Fabulous idea Yana! ♥♥♥👍👍👍

[@marielladonkers566]

I love the White one most

[@lizasullivan5127]

Very, very, pretty. Can’t choose a favorite as all of them are beautiful. I too has this set and I love it and have used it.

[@rhondaschaffer1297]

A lot of great ideas. Thanks!

[@Yana.Smakula]

Glad you like them!

[@silvermostamper]

Hope you are safe & keeping well! So many fantastic products, that you so creatively put together! Great idea with the wax beads!!

[@mmmmlllljohn]

Pretty cards - so unique … TFS! ❤️🇨🇦🙏🙏🙏💙💛

[@Innershade777]

I like them all. Your cards are always fascinating. Thanks for sharing the knowledge.

[@4ke_1978]

Yana, they look amaaaaaaaazing 😍😍😍😍 the white one, but also the black one are stunning 🥰 can’t wait to try to make them too

[@Yana.Smakula]

Thank you ❤️ you'll love it! I know I do!

[@bonniebccanada5113]

I watched your video several months ago and loved it. I was just rewatching it today and realize that you're in Ukraine. I'm so sincerely hoping that you have fared well and are in no danger and are safe and well. My heart goes out to you with all that is happening over there. I hope this will soon end. Prayers from Canada. ❤

[@743linda]

Beautiful cards!!! The black is my favorite ❤

[@carolstella6776]

So pretty! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@Yana.Smakula]

You are so welcome!

[@anniesews]

I love the white card the best too. Never thought of making wax seal dots for embellishments. Great way to use up the little bit of wax left in the spoon and keep them for matching embellishments as you did. Thanks for saying that you use Bearly Art Glue to adhere the dots to your card.

[@delo1951]

This kit is on my wishlist! Love how the wax seals look!

[@LilianGuerrero]

Beautiful cards. 😊

[@melissa_bee_]

That’s so clever! A great way to make matching pearls in a preferred colour. Lovely cards too ❤

[@stacyroberds1421]

Love these cards! Very elegant.

[@nancydelarocha5835]

First, thinking of you and hoping for the best for the Ukrainian people. Yourself and your love ones as well of course. These cards are beautiful Yana! Thank you for your inspiration!🤗

[@LouiseNeveu]

Your cards are perfect as usual, love the idea of making embellishments. Hugs.

[@npatriciacastillo6671]

My husband and I watched the David Letterman interview with your president today. We continue praying for all of you and hope this war ends in 2023 with Ukraine completely free! ❤️

[@ckd2114]

Gorgeous cards. thank you for the tip on making wax beads.

[@lisad.3247]

Beautiful cards Yana! I love the wax melting technique. Thanks for sharing.🩷

[@joanngirimonte9349]

Absolutely gorgeous cards Yana 💖 Love the wax seals !!!

[@fphandmade]

Your cards are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing your awesome talent!

[@catcar8212]

I love everything about this card design Yana. It has a whimsical vibe. Very clever making the matching wax dots. The squiggles are a very fun addition. I have been having fun making tags with my mini floral die cuts to give friends and fam inside my Christmas cards. It's very relaxing. Looks like you had fun too. I think of you often and I'm always thrilled to find a new creation you are sharing. Thanks for being so generous with your time and talent. Sending love...Cath🌷🌷

[@suetownsend1932]

Beautiful cards. Thank you so much for all the helpful tips in this video, Yana. Sending warm hugs.

[@honeycruz4692]

OMG, absolutely love love love these new dies!!! And your cards are amazing as always. Love the idea of embellishing with wax.

[@JayBeenie1]

Oh my gosh how can you choose just one. They are all amazing. If pushed I would go White though.

[@KellyJelly9976]

These wax bead embellishments are absolutely gorgeous. So retro

[@jcr9531]

Stunning cards!

[@mariespalding2327]

Beautiful as always! You are so creative! I love all your videos!

[@cindyhenry1410]

These cards are fantastic! That black pearlescent paper is so striking!! Love the idea of making my own little pearls 😊 Please stay safe! TYFS! ❤️🦋💜

[@cathymorris8072]

Beautiful cards, ever one of them! The black card is very striking & and sophisticated. I think it's my favorite. Thanks Yana!

[@Kimmcdougalcrafter]

Gorgeous and stunning cards Yana! You always amaze me with your talent!!!

[@leannemitchem8865]

Yana, your cards are always so elegant and stunning. I’ve been toying with getting the wax seal kit. I think I will now. I never even thought about making drops to add to the cards. Brilliant! Thank you for sharing ❤

[@Taitcreates639]

So fun to watch, I haven’t tried any yet, but plan to when funds become available. So good to see that pretty face. Stay safe my dear. We love ya.

[@sallybicknell8402]

Beautiful!

[@judibradshaw1948]

Gorgeous!

[@Kimberlymogan]

I'm so thankful for you. Your work is beautiful and your kindness is calming. You have a fantastic teaching ability

[@karenschreiber9936]

These are so beautiful!!

[@created2bless322]

They are all beautiful, I think I favor the plum colored one. All of the dies are pretty cool and using the wax in the way you did, genius!

[@lindacrone9641]

Such a delightful video, love the wax seals…thank you for your creativity in times that are and have been difficult, remembering you in my prayers❤

[@candiwelsh5524]

Beautiful Yana. Love them👍❤️

[@olivia8979]

That is a very clever product. I have been enjoying mine. I think the faux twine is my favorite product in the line, and I always use metallic cardstock for it. Love it.

[@micheleholbrook8697]

Beautiful cards! The wax melting/pouring looks very neat. Stay safe! Hugs

[@stephv1202]

nice ideas! thank you for all the waxy tips❣️ stay well🇺🇦

[@ammieloris]

Gorgeous

[@moeboe2]

Thank you for this video. Great ideas. Merry Christmas and God Bless. 💜

[@Ldmcreations]

Beautiful

[@jenden9008]

Nice!

[@lizmcinnis5217]

Love this!

[@Yana.Smakula]

thank you!

[@shellyp8731]

Always hard to pick a favorite of any card you create! But, I do agree with you, the white one is so pretty! 🌸 I really love the idea of making wax dots/beads…brilliant creative idea, Yana! I can’t wait to try it. I’m so happy you found a relaxing creative project to do during blackouts.

[@Yana.Smakula]

Thank you so much!

[@MaureenEChandler]

Your cards are gorgeous! I bought the kit for myself and one for my daughter-in-law for Christmas! I can't wait to try it and to see what she creates as well! Thank you so much for your wonderful video and all the very best to you and all the people in Ukraine. You are in our thoughts and prayers! XOXO

[@emotyka1]

What beautiful cards! Love all the details from the golden squiggles to the wax beads❤ I admire your courage and resilience in finding a way to craft without power. Sending you holiday wishes for warm, light filled and peaceful holidays

[@Yana.Smakula]

Thank you ❤️ crafting is what keeps me sane, I love doing what I do, my craft room is my safe haven

[@expressivepaper]

Might have to invest. This is too pretty Thinking if you and sending prayers for all!

[@JenAultman]

I hope your crafting helps you during these long months & pray you will not be out of utilities in the cold. Putin is such a tyrant. I wish the USA could do more to help. And I’m so happy you seem to have a strong and courageous leader & countrymen/women. Stay safe & strong. We are with you in spirit!! 🇺🇦!!!

[@dianawhitney3083]

So very lovely. SB just made a sale!

[@Yana.Smakula]

Awww, thank you! I'm glad you like my work and thank you for your support ❤️

[@amycsumida1131]

Super duper gorgeous. I love the the wax and something different! Questions: the embossing folder that you made - does it fit Stampin up cutting machine? I love how you create the cards. Just super elegant! So fancy! That is me. Thank you for sharing. Are this small, or large dies of the month? And again thank you! Aloha 🫶🏼😊🌴

[@laurasutton1551]

Pretty cards but i just don't get the whole wax seals craze but then i dont get the nome thing either

[@Yana.Smakula]

I know it isn't for everyone) I've been using my wax seals for gift wrap and I love it!

[@tinusdeur]

Is it possible to send this card?

[@Yana.Smakula]

of course, why not? Wax seal doesn't get damaged during transit.

[@sk8lady]

This wax seal idea is extremely cool but I’m wondering if the wax seal will break in half or maybe even crumble when they go through the automated postage canceling machines at the post office……I had to not only pay more at Christmas for my very dimensioned cards but the postal worker added a “NON MACHINABLE” stamp to all my envelopes so they wouldn’t be damaged. None of my cards weighed over an ounce but were too dimensional for the machines. Anyone have any experience with these seals holding up in the mail?? 😎

[@Yana.Smakula]

Seals will not break as the wax they are made of is flexible. It doesn't crumble. It isn't the same as the wax used in candles. As for thickness, I would think if use use 3 beads to make the seal, it would stay relatively flat

[@sk8lady]

@@Yana.Smakula Thank you for this information….I think this will be a wonderful addition to my card making! 😎

[@karencarlson8292]

Beautiful. Love this extra bonus way of using the wax!

[@mrsmcphate]

Beautiful cards! Love the gold "twine" touch!! TFS!