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–Mixed media<\/span><\/span><\/b> was huge. Tucson shows exhibited a wider range of materials than ever with an emphasis on textures. Materials like leather, chain, fabrics and cord were mingled with found objects, stone and paper. Seed bead stitching and bezeling were used in collage designs and bibs. The Steampunk trend was more widespread, as was a growing shabby chic romantic trend.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
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-The chain<\/span><\/b> trend continued to evolve as well with opera length, single strand, fine chains with or without station links in a lot of booths. Layered chain looks, bibs and charm bracelets also continued to be strong.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
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–Rings<\/span><\/b> were everywhere with evermore creative mountings and designs. Plus they were huge! Stones, crystals, watch faces, carvings \u2013 you name it and it was available on a ring. The emphasis in this group was on the more interesting lapidary cuts and carved gems instead of traditional prong head mounts with faceted gems.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
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–Alternative metals <\/span><\/b>gained ground this year as precious metals<\/span> continue to set records. Tungsten, titanium, stainless steel, brass and plated base metals with various patina effects and finishes significantly expanded the metallic palette.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
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Fading Out<\/span><\/span><\/u><\/b><\/div>\n
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–Stone and glass beads<\/span><\/b> were definitely still available in Tucson but their presence is fading. There was more emphasis on stones for mounting, pearls, castings and component based products.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
–Bali style<\/span><\/b> again was still there but not in the large numbers like before. The high price of silver<\/span> seems to be taking a toll on this market segment and fewer exhibitors made the trip from Asia.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
–Circles<\/span><\/b> as a design motif finally seem to be losing steam. The simple circle accents were replaced by more elaborate charms, pendants and montage designs.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
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What do you think? Are these trends you see in your business? What have you noticed at recent industry shows? Share your thoughts!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
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   Hilary Halstead Scott is Vice-President at Halstead Bead Inc<\/a>. She is a second<\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span>
   generation<\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span> manager at the family owned and operated firm her parents <\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span>
   established in 1973. She holds <\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span>two masters degrees in business.<\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span>
     Halstead Bead Inc<\/a>. <\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span>provides wholesale jewelry supplies to<\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span> the trade. <\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span>
   The company\u2019s product line features f<\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span>indings, chain, wire, beads and charms in <\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span>
<\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span>   sterling silver and gold<\/span>filled.<\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
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