We worked with a chemist in Uganda to come up with the finish. Mr. Kamau did a wonderful job. The finish he came up with is based on the one first developed by BeadforLife. It is lightweight, even when two or three coats are applied, and provides the same great sheen and durability as the varnish the women have been using.
Not only that, but the shipment was the first to be completely made with our new silver clasps. Now, instead of the plastic twist clasps, we have a product that has that final element of quality and class. Meg, my assistant, has just finished adding the new arrivals to the web store, and more will be coming in another week.
I continue to be impressed by how creative our beaders can be. It's as if their innovation and creativity have been released after having been bottled up for so long. Am already anticipating the new necklace styles, the category in my order I call "Surprise Me". We'll have to put photos of Meg modeling them in an upcoming blog!
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