Choosing beads

When choosing beads to use for your piece, its best that if your using different colors, that all the beads be the same size. It won't ruin the piece if they aren't all the same size but it looks very clean as finishing result. Also, if your a beginner large beads might be easier to use, but keep in mind a bigger needle will be harder to push through the fabric! Where might you find beads? there's several places to purchase beads on the internet. I posted a few links for you to check out. Crystal beads are more expensive, I personally only use them for detail/accent work. None of these site are "better" than the other, it just depends on what your looking for, they differ on supply from site to site, I also included a book for beginner beaders!

 http://www.beadaholique.com/
http://www.firemountaingems.com/
http://www.shipwreckbeads.com/
Jewelry & Beading Designs For Dummies