I have sold thousands of Jewelers loupes here on E-bay. I am frustrated at the lack of knowledge some sellers show in their incorrect listings! Hopefully this guide will help you to know the truth about the...
If you go to Jewelry Boxes Supplies and click on settings you can find rings, pendants and earring settings that are just waiting to be set with your gemstones. I have written the following to help encourage...
Basic Beading Facts and Tips Approximate number of beads of various lengths: round beads are available in many sizes and are measured according to the beads diameter in millimeters (mm). Beads are usually...
This is a simple guide to test precious metals with testing acids.You will need the acids, test stone to rub the metal onto and cloth or napkins. Please note that the acid will stain your skin or worse, so be...
Hi Roma here, What I hope to accomplish here is to give the novice Jewelry soldering student a list of the tools needed to solder sterling silver and copper items such as earrings, pendants etc. Almost...
In this guide we cover the following topics How to attach split rings using split ring pliers or split ring tweezers Are pliers better than tweezers? How to choose the right size split ring for your bracelet...
The new Dremel 400 Series XPR Rotary Tool is fantastic for working on jewelry. It replaces the much more expensive flex shaft tool seen as standard equipment at most jeweler's benches. It's range of speeds...
Learn how to give your handmade jewelry a clean, professional finish with the new Scrimps Tool Kit from Beadalon. Beadalon Scrimps are an alternative to a crimp bead and are tightened on a bracelet or necklace...
Since I deal primarily in vintage-style brass stampings and jewelry findings at Ebay, I get asked this question all the time: I love your stuff! And, I love to make jewelry. But WHAT do you do with brass...
Jewelry Related Terms Have you ever tried to purchase a piece of jewelry online and the words used in the description seemed like another language or they actually resembled the list of ingredients on a...