Gemstone Donut
 Gemstone Bead Lot Mix 10mm Round Donut Beads 16 Strnd US $7.99 
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 W708 white agate gemstone loose beads go go donuts coin 30mm 11pcs US $9.99
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 Multi Shell Mother of Pearl ABSL 30mm Round Donut Gemstone Bead Mix 15 MP638f US $6.50
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 16X25MM WHITE MOP SHELL DONUT EYE GEMSTONE LOOSE BEADS US $2.89
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 Large Turquoise Donut Gemstone Bead 2 sizes US $45.00
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 Black Onyx Gemstone 50mm Focal Donut Pendant US $12.95
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 Large Turquoise Big hole Donut Gemstone Bead US $24.95
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 W377 Pyrite gemstone loose beads go go donuts 16mm z US $16.99
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 W376 Pyrite gemstone loose beads go go donuts 16mm z US $15.99
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 W375 Pyrite gemstone loose beads go go donuts 14mm dsz US $13.99
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 W374 Pyrite gemstone loose beads go go donut 12mm c US $12.99
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 Black Onyx Agate Oval Donut Loose Bead Strand Gemstone US $7.59
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 W373 Pyrite gemstone loose beads go go donut 10mm z US $11.99
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 MAN MADE MALACHITE GEMSTONE BEADS DONUT PENDANT 1PC US $3.89
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 Q159 rose quartz gemstone loose beads donut 30mm US $11.99
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 W931 zebra jasper gemstone go go donuts loose beads oval 1825mm US $9.99
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 L088 zebra jasper gemstone beads go go donut 25mm US $9.99
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 G846 Red aventurine gemstone loose beads donut 30mm US $11.99
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 Black Onyx Gemstone 30mm Focal Donut Pendant US $7.39
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 Howlite Donut Gemstone Pendant Round Bead US $9.95
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 NEW 20mm BLACK MOP SHELL GEMSTONE DONUT Loose Beads US $3.99
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 Jet Black Czech Fire Polish Gemstone Donut Beads 17mm US $7.95
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 Green D 30mm Square Donut Mother of Pearl Shell Gemstone Beads 16 MP655f US $6.45
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 Orange D 30mm Square Donut Mother of Pearl Shell Gemstone Beads 16 MP654f US $6.45
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 Light Green D 30mm Square Donut Mother of Pearl Shell Gemstone Bead 16 MP644f US $6.05
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 Light Blue D 25mm Square Donut Mother of Pearl Shell Gemstone Beads 16 MP656f US $5.65
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 Brown Coral Fossil Gemstone GoGo Donut Pendant P1095e US $4.60
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 Light Pink D 40mm Diamond Donut Mother of Pearl Shell Gemstone Bead 16 MP646f US $5.65
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 Light Blue D 30x20mm Oval Donut Mother of Pearl Shell Gemstone Bead 16 MP645f US $5.65
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 Brown D 20mm Square Donut Mother of Pearl Shell Gemstone Beads 16 MP653f US $5.25
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 Green D 35x25mm Oval Donut Mother of Pearl Shell Gemstone Beads 11 pk MP652f US $5.25
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 Black Onyx Gemstone 40mm Focal Donut Pendant US $9.80
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 Mother Of Pearl Shell Oval Donut Gemstone Loose Beads US $4.99
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 NEW 17x34mm MOP SHELL GEMSTONE DONUT Loose Beads 15L US $4.75
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 7mm Gemstone Donut Jet Picasso czech beads Stk H2 US $2.05
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 20x30mm FANCY MOP SHELL OVAL DONUT Loose Beads GEMSTONE US $4.99
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 20mm GORGEOUS GOLDEN MOP SHELL GEMSTONE DONUT Beads US $3.99
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 Czech Beads Gemstone 6mm Donut Multicolor Dark Picasso C200 Rondelle US $3.00
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 7mm Gemstone Donut Blue czech glass beads Stk H5 US $2.05
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 28X36MM Agate Gemstone Oval Donut Loose Bead Strand US $7.49
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 25mm GORGEOUS PURPLE MOP SHELL GEMSTONE DONUT Beads US $4.75
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 20mm Red Mother Of Pearl Shell Resin Donut Loose Beads 15L Strand Gemstone US $6.85
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 TIGER EYE DONUT GEMSTONE BEAD FOR CHARMS BRACELET 5P US $5.99
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 30mm CARNELIAN AGATE GEMSTONE DONUT Loose Beads 155L US $7.99
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 Antique Pewter Bronze Terra Washable Czech Donut Gemstone Rondelle Beads 3mm US $6.95
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 Lot 2 New Jade Green Gemstone Donut Focal Beads 25mm US $3.84
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Attaching gemstone donuts?
What are some interesting ways of attaching a gemstone donut in a necklace?
The first poster is correct but there are other ways as well. you can use a larks head knot with satin cord. Also this http://www.firemountaingems.com/beading_howtos/beading_projects.asp?docid=6910&doccat=tutorials
You can also create your own bail with seed beads which adds interest. I believe you would use a peyote stitch with seed beads to create a bail.
http://www.beadingdaily.com/freeprojects/patterns_charts/peyote_stitch_bail_patterns117-1.html#
I really like the seed bead bail... those are awesome!
Choosing The Right Stringing Material For Your Jewellery Creations
Choosing The Right Stringing Material For Your Jewellery Creations
Elastic
– is the perfect choice for stretchy jewellery, as it’s inexpensive and ideal for children’s jewellery made with a single strand projects without the need for clasps. It is easily knotted or crimped and pretty strong, although if stretched too far, will lose its elasticity. Always cut off more than is required for your project, as you will need the extra length, in which to double knot, to ensure it does not come undone. It’s soft to work with and the clear variety is the best to use, as it can be used with light or dark beads. Elastic is pretty strong, so experiment with various types and sizes. The only downside, is that working with elastic, you will have to check the beads for sharp edges, as it could eventually cut through .... other than this, a great inexpensive stringing material which can come in various sizes, EG 0.5mm, 0.8mm, 1.0mm – The smaller the size, the more beads you will be able to use, the larger the size, the stranger the elastic will be.
Silkon - is a special heat-set nylon. Because of its exceptional durability and resistance to fraying, it can be used with abrasive stone or metal beads. Use lightweight thread for designs using small gem beads & freshwater pearls. Use medium-weight thread for plastic, glass and wood beads. Use heavyweight thread for gemstone, metal and larger glass beads.
Tigertail – is miniature braided stainless steel cable covered with nylon, this beading wire is excellent with heavier necklaces. Tigertail beading wire should be used with crimp beads. No beading needle is required. This wire is relatively flexible but is prone to kinking, which will be evident in your jewellery. Good for most use of beads as the nylon coating is useful when your bead edges are rough, as it prevents wear on the stainless steel wire inside the coating, giving your pieces a longer life.
Faux Suede Cord - Microfiber suede lace. Very soft to work with. Try this newest lacing on the market; this man-made material is ultra soft, providing incredible comfort and drape. Comes is various thicknesses, it washes easily in warm soapy water. Use for every lacing and stringing application. A great option for stringing pendants and the suede can be tied in a knot with a focal piece in place, making this a piece that can be worked quickly and inexpensively. Cord ends can also be placed at the end, to give a more professional finish to your pieces.
Monofilament – is naturally waterproof and resists 100% of the sun's damaging ultraviolet radiation. It's 10 times stronger than steel, with superior abrasion resistance. A great starter material, to start stringing with, this single strand nylon thread, similar to fishing line is an inexpensive product which is very strong and a worthwhile addition to your kit. As it is inexpensive, you can make up mock designs with minimum costs, before moving onto a more permanent material. Monofilament is generally clear coloured and can be used in the making of ‘illusion’ or ‘floating’ designs, making the string almost invisible and is probably the biggest use of this stringing material. Monofilament can shrink or crack over time, which can be evident in older, vintage pieces of jewellery, maybe as a reaction with oils from the skin etc. Rough beads may also work through, so better to double up if the thickness allows. Monofilament can also be knotted or crimped and this can be backed up with a dab of hypo cement to add extra strength to your pieces.
Rattail – Is the thickest satin cord and measures around 2mm with a lovely soft, satin feel. This man-made product is a good inexpensive cord for stringing pendants, such as dichroics or donuts and comes in an array of colours and knotted to finish off your piece. Can also be finished with cord ends for a more professional finish. Dab the ends into PVA glue and let it dry, then when the ends are stiff enough, attach your cord ends with an extra dot of glue for extra strength. Other variants of this are Mousetail (1.5mm) and bugtail (1.0mm)
Chain – again comes in various sizes. Chain is usually more expensive than some of the other stringing materials, but can also be quite versatile. 2mm cable chain can be used to create your own chains to hang lockets or smaller pendants onto. Can also be cut into small lengths to create dangles for a great effect. Larger style chain (Eg 11x6mm) can be used for bag charms, charm bracelets etc, as it is chunky enough to hang dangles, charms from it, to create great looking beaded products.
Memory Wire – is very worthwhile experimenting with, as it’s basically a coil of ultra strong tempered stainless steel, to make some really quick jewellery designs. Finishing off memory wire is simple, by turning a loop at your first end to prevent beads from falling off and then doing the same at the other end of the memory wire, once your design has been completed. Charms can then be hung from the loops to finish off your designs. Cutting the wire can be quite difficult due to it’s strength and will blunt a normal pair of cutters, therefore we recommend using memory wire cutters, or get two pairs of flat nose pliers and bend back and forth at the point you want, until the wire snaps in two. Memory wire is easy to use, with fast and effective results.
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