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Jewelry Repair~!
Practicing Your Superpower β§
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Mottainai is a super cute Japanese idea β it's that feeling of "aww, what a waste~!"
when something precious isn't being loved! It's all about fixing things up, celebrating their stories,
and getting treasures out of hiding and back where they belong! β¨
If you're a beader, you've got a superpower: you can practice mottainai for everyone you love~!
β¨ Quick Fixes You Can Offer β¨
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Swap Earring Hooks!
Tired, tarnished, or bent ear wires are the #1 reason earrings sit unworn~!
A fresh pair of hooks takes just 2 minutes and makes everything sparkle again!
π Keep sterling silver & hypoallergenic hooks on hand!
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Replace Broken Clasps!
Lobster claws get tired, toggles go missing, spring rings stop springing~!
A shiny new clasp brings everything back to life!
π Magnetic clasps are so helpful for grandmas!
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Restring Bracelets!
Stretched elastic happens all the time! Measure the old one, pick matching cord,
and restring with a surgeon's knot plus a tiny dab of glue~!
π Match cord strength to your beads!
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Add an Extender!
Necklace a teensy bit too short? Add a cute 2-3" extender chain
with a new clasp! Instant adjustability, no fuss~!
π Match the metal to the original chain!
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Next family party~!
Bring your tool kit and tell your cousins and aunties to bring their broken and ill-fitting pieces!
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Lunch with the gals~!
Bring your tool kit and fix an earring or two while you chat and catch up!
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Thank your favorite people~!
Tell your bank teller or grocery checker you can fix their bracelet! It's such a sweet way to show your love with your time (instead of cookies)!
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Help seniors with clasps~!
Offer to add magnetic clasps β so much easier to get on and off! And don't forget safety chains on their favorites!
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π¬ How to Start the Convo π¬
Your friends might not know you can help~! Next time someone mentions
a broken piece or jewelry they never wear, try saying:
"Ooh, I'd love to see that! I do beading and jewelry repair β
it might be a super quick fix! Bring it over~! β¨"
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