Can these well-worn Venetian rattlesnake beads be repaired/back-filled?

Can these well-worn Venetian rattlesnake beads be repaired/back-filled?
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Posted by: Luann Udell

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04/16/2018, 16:56:56

Several years ago, I snagged a strand of these black and white "rattlesnake" Venetian glass trade beads.

It wasn't until I went to use them this week that I realized why they were so affordable. Most of them have lost the white trails. (sigh) I never notice this until AFTER I buy beads, of course.

I seem to remember someone talking about how this can be repaired. Can these be backfilled with polymer clay, and baked?? Any other suggestions??

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Re: Can these well-worn Venetian rattlesnake beads be repaired/back-filled? --- lindabd ( 2018-04-18 21:58 )
- Thanks for the suggestion! --- Luann Udell ( 2018-04-20 18:26 )
Sorry, but honestly don't think it would be worth the time and effort. (no text) --- beadbox ( 2018-04-21 11:09 )
Toothpaste --- Beadman ( 2018-04-22 14:39 )
- Brilliant solution to an odd problem, thanks Jamey! (no text) --- Rosanna ( 2018-04-22 15:19 )
  - You're all welcome. I look forward to seeing the result. (no text) --- Beadman ( 2018-04-22 15:30 )
    - You'll see it! Eventually..... --- Luann Udell ( 2018-04-22 20:36 )
- I love that idea! Thanks. (no text) --- Joyce ( 2018-04-22 18:17 )
- First brush with backfill --- Luann Udell ( 2018-05-11 17:03 ) file img
  - Ready to dry! --- Luann Udell ( 2018-05-11 17:05 ) file img
Is it just me? --- nharlow42 ( 2018-05-12 19:37 )