Working with precious metals is an exciting and rewarding process, but it can also be daunting if you’re just starting out. One of the most step is choosing the right tools. With so many options available, understanding what’s essential and what’s optional can save you both time and money. Here’s a guide to help you […]
Metal stamping is the process of striking metal, using a shaped former or cutter to make an impression and a hammer to create force. Stamping is a great way of adding pattern and texture to metal in a short space of time, and can be achieved very simply using a hardened steel former and a […]
Whether you’re a seasoned jewellery maker or you’re just getting started, you’ll likely find yourself doing plenty of soldering. So, what are the must-have soldering tools that you need for your workshop? We’ll talk you through all the best soldering tools you’ll need if you’re a beginner, and all the soldering tools professional jewellery makers […]
Shop all Soldering Supplies Whether you’re a beginner jeweller or a seasoned maker refining your skills, learning how to solder gold is a vital part of a jewellery-making journey. Soldering allows you to create seamless joins, repair pieces, and bring intricate designs to life. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essentials of gold soldering and […]
New to jewellery making? One of the most popular techniques that you’ll need to learn more about is jewellery stone setting! There are so many types of stone settings that jewellers use, which is why we’ve rounded up all of our best bits of advice and stone setting tutorials in one accessible place for you. […]
If you’re just getting started with jewellery making, you will have most likely heard of jewellery soldering – and you may know a little bit about how to solder, which is key for many projects you might want to try, such as stone setting, crafting rings and much more. To get you up to speed […]
Whether you’re just starting out in jewellery making or have your own successful business, ring clamps are often seen as one of the most useful bench tools to have – and are typically inexpensive for all that they can offer. For jewellery makers, they are particularly useful for holding tiny pieces when filling, sanding, forming […]
Forging is a metalworking technique that has been used for centuries. Traditionally, it has been used to create a whole host of different pieces of equipment, from weapons to architectural infrastructures. But it is also a form of traditional jewellery making, used to make rings, brooches and pendants. Would you like to give this historical […]
Gemstones are a great way to add something extra to your jewellery designs. But if your preferred method of jewellery making is using metal clay, you might be wondering, ‘what are the gemstones that can be fired?’. Some stones can become damaged when exposed to high temperatures, which could ruin the work you’ve spent time […]
Pear shaped stone jewellery has existed for centuries. Although less common now, settings for pear shaped stones include bezels, prongs, tension and more. Perfect for creating an elegant yet unique look, we’ll show you how to set a pear shaped stone step by step, the tools needed and the best gemstones for the job. Tools […]
Soldering involves permanently joining two pieces of metal together using heat. When soldering pieces of jewellery, or anything at all, it’s important to handle the components with care to avoid causing damage to yourself, and to your surroundings. But what’s the best way to handle materials when soldering? Reverse action tweezers, otherwise known as soldering […]
Chasing and repoussé has been used by jewellers from as early as the ancient civilisations in the Bronze Age, and even before. The technique picked up speed all around the world, being used in Ancient Egypt, Greece, India and Pre-Columbian America – and is still a skill sought after by many jewellers today. Although, getting […]
Otherwise known as dapping, doming is a technique used to create a dome shaped piece of metal for a pendant, using either a circular or oval metal disc. To get started doming metal, discover what tools you need for doming metal and how to dome metal from scratch. Once you’ve mastered these techniques you can […]