Question about Sterling silver beads

[Katbran]

ok, I'm trying to find a way to bring my costs down a bit ... I usually order my silver from a supplier in Australia. His prices are pretty good. But I noticed something on ArtBeads site that was called ZambaPro light weight silver beads. They are pretty reasonable. Has anyone tried them...or the light weight ones in general...I use them as spacers so there's not a lot of stress on them and wondered if they would hold up ok?


Ah, and has anyone tried the silver-filled beads? Wondered what the colour and finish are like.

 

[pattye]

I purchase lots of basics from Artbeads, but I haven't tried these beads. The reviews look positive though. Overall I've been very pleased with Artbeads' quality.

 

[Katbran]

Thanks Pattye,they do have a great selection . I was trying to buy somethings there today but the sale wouldn't go though...try again tomorrow. Well if anyone has tried the lightweight beads let me know how they worked out

 

[Caitlin]

I first found artbeads when they had free shipping. I loved that! They are fast and honest. Ok prices, average to low. Good in a pinch. Those beads sound nice. Whats the url?

 

[Katbran]

So Sorry Caitlin, I missed your response here!! This is the URL http://www.artbeads.com/light-weight-sterling-silver-rounds.html - this one is for the regular Artbeads lightweight SS beads and this one is for the ZumbaPro http://www.artbeads.com/silver-components-beads-seamless-round-beads.html
Let me know if anyone tries them !

 

[Cathybear]

They might be okay for mixing with small pearls but they might squash if used with bigger ones. Its good they're seamless. If they have seams they can split open with wear.
Cathy