Q. Can my piece include "found objects" such as antiques, driftwood, shells, bicycle parts, etc?

A. Yes, as long as you use Rings & Things findings (or other Rings & Things supplies) to tie them
    together. Some purchased materials, like mirrors and toys, are also acceptable.

Q. Can my piece include handmade items?

A. Yes, but handmade items should not be the primary focus of your design unless you've made
    them yourself (your own handmade glass beads, ceramic pieces, wood carvings, paintings, etc).
    If your design does focus on your own handmade parts, you should submit your entry under the
    category that best describes the Rings & Things components used to tie the piece together (for
    example Mostly Metal for chain or findings, or Alternative Materials for the cording used).

Q. Under which category should I submit my piece?

A. Either the category from which the majority of your piece is made, or the category that is the
    focal point of your piece. If a single Art Clay™ Silver pendant hangs from a necklace of glass
    beads, you will probably want to select the Metal Clay category. If your piece is alternating
    pearl and shell beads, you’re fine in either the Gemstone or Alternative Materials category
     … whichever you think gives you a better chance of winning!

Q. Should I submit sets (for example matching necklace and earrings) as one entry, or as separate entries?

A. Please submit matching sets together as a single entry. This gives you more opportunity
    to submit additional designs! Plus, it prevents us from having to combine entries later.

Q. Can I submit multiple entries into one category?

A. Yes.

Q. Can I enter one piece into multiple categories?

A. No. Please pick the most appropriate category for your piece.

Q. Can my entry contain items from other categories?

A. Yes, so long as you enter under the most appropriate category.

Q. I can't find stock numbers for everything! Will you still accept my entry?

A. Yes, especially because cash & carry items from our Bead Shows don't have stock numbers.
    But please give the stock number if one exists. Complete entries stand a better chance at
    winning than incomplete entries.

Q. Is the contest open to non-U.S. residents?

A. Yes.

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