Welcome to the Jewelry Maker’s Dictionary – Letter D from Continental Bead Suppliers! This section continues our A–Z guide to everything jewelry makers need to know. From findings to tools to gemstone terms, you'll discover definitions that boost your confidence in both creating and shopping for jewelry supplies.
Dangle
A decorative component that hangs freely from an earring, necklace, or bracelet. Dangles often feature beads, charms, or chains and add movement to a design.
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Dead Soft Wire
A type of jewelry wire that is extremely malleable and easy to bend. Perfect for wire wrapping and projects that require fluid, curved lines.
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Designer Beads
Uniquely shaped or patterned beads made from special materials or finishes. These beads often serve as focal points or limited-edition styles in artisan jewelry.
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Disc Bead
A flat, circular bead, often used as a spacer or to add visual texture. Disc beads can be made from metal, glass, wood, or bone.
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DIY Jewelry Kit
A pre-packaged set that includes all the components and instructions needed to complete a specific piece of jewelry. Great for beginners, kids, or gift-giving.
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Domed Bead Cap
A rounded or convex cap used to frame a bead or add dimension to a design. Especially useful in vintage or boho styles.
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Donut Bead
A round, flat bead with a larger center hole, resembling a donut. Common in gemstone form and often used in pendants or wrapped designs.
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Double Drill Bead
A bead with two parallel holes drilled through it. These are ideal for multi-strand designs or structured layouts in bead weaving.
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Drawbench Beads
Beads that are painted or coated and then pulled through a machine to create a streaked, marbled, or metallic finish. Often used in acrylic and glass bead designs.
Drop Bead
A teardrop-shaped bead, typically with a top or center hole. Commonly used in earrings and fringe designs.
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Drusy (Druzy)
A layer of tiny quartz crystals formed on the surface of a stone, giving it a glittering texture. Used as a focal point in bohemian and statement jewelry.
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Duracoat®
A branded finish applied to seed beads for enhanced durability and long-lasting color. Often used in Miyuki and Toho brand beads.
Dust Cap
A small cap placed on the end of cord, wire, or chain to create a finished edge and prevent fraying. Can also be decorative or used with glue-in designs.
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Dutch Spiral
A bead weaving technique that creates a loose, spiraling rope using seed beads in graduating sizes. Known for its flexibility and elegance in necklace designs.