Beading Glossary - Letter P

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	Patina  Refers specifically to oxidation or corrosion on metal surfaces like copper, but also generally to a sheen on any surface that makes it look old and used (the "antique" look). You can create patinas on metal jewelry with chemical solutions and corrosive materials like ammonia or vinegar. Be sure to understand the safety concerns before trying this, both in terms of ventilation and not damaging your jewelry.
	Peridot  A yellowish green gemstone, composed of silica, magnesia, and iron. Common in certain volcanic rocks. Said to alleviate anger, fear, and anxiety, and aid digestion and insomnia. Buy Peridot Earrings
	Peyote Stitch  A basic beadweaving technique used to make jewelry or decorative objects. Using a beading needle and thread, beads are woven together is a zig-zag fashion. More about Peyote Stitch
	Picasso Marble Jasper  A type of jasper found in Utah. It is a softer form of jasper, only a 4-5 on the Mohs scale. It has brown, black, grey, and white colors in it.
	Picture Jasper  A type of Jasper that is formed from mud that dripped into gas pockets in molten lava. The resulting pattern often are thought to resemble a picture or landscape. Picture jasper helps with visualization, proportion, and harmony. Picture jasper is a great stone for businesses to encourage success.
	Platinum  A heavy, malleable, corrosion resistant, grey-white precious metal. Platinum is more precious than gold and is often associated with exclusivity and wealth. Though platinum beads can be purchased through specialty dealers, platinum is rarely used in typical beading applications and is found mostly in fine jewelry. For example, the frame of the Crown of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, is made of platinum.
	PNBT  A beadweaving acronym meaning Pass Needle Back Through.
	PNT  A beadweaving acronym meaning Pass Needle Through.
	Polymer Clay  A sculpting material which can be formed into shapes and then baked to harden. Polymer clay is available in most craft stores in a wide range of colors, and can be used to make beads and pendants. More about Polymer Clay
	Pony Beads  Larger than seed beads and smaller than crow beads, also available in a large range of colors and finishes. Sometimes referred to as size 8/0 or 6/0 seed beads or E-beads. Buy Pony Beads
	Poppy Jasper  A type of jasper also called Morgan Hill Poppy Jasper that is characterized by red and yellow dots (poppy flowers). It is found in California, in an area named Morgan Hill. Poppy Jasper is said to bring joy into your life, energizes the body, and used to be used to drive away evil spirits and protect against snake and spider bites.

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