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 […]
Both Borax cones, or Borax bars, and dishes are brilliant soldering tools for building up your workshop, but what’s the best way to use them and how do you keep them clean? Discover our top tips on how to use a borax cone and dish to get started with the soldering process. What is Borax […]
A reamer tool, or bead reamer, is a great addition to your jewellery making collection. But if you’ve never heard of it, you may be wondering: what is a reamer tool? We’ve outlined some of the basics on reamer tools and how they can be used to benefit your jewellery making project below. What is […]
We know that starting your jewellery making journey can be overwhelming which is why, as a part of our how to make jewellery hub we’re giving you some helpful advice, tips, guides and more on a range of jewellery making. Here we’ve listed what we think are some of the essential tools that you will […]
We know that starting your jewellery making journey can be overwhelming which is why, as a part of our how to make jewellery hub we’re giving you some helpful advice, tips, guides and more on a range of jewellery making. Here we’ve listed what we think are some essential tools you’ll need in your stone […]
As one of the most popular types of gem cutting, cabochon cutting is a great place to start your lapidary journey. Having said this, it does require a certain level of skill. This is why we’ve put together a guide on all things cabochon cutting. We’ll talk you through how to cut a gemstone cabochon […]
Looking for a new stone setting technique to expand your offering? Learning how to gypsy set a stone is an excellent place to start, as you should be able to pick up the technique in good time and begin creating some sleek and unique designs. Discover all the tools and tips needed for using the […]
We know that starting your jewellery making journey can be overwhelming which is why, as a part of our how to make jewellery hub we’re giving you some helpful advice, tips, guides and more on a range of jewellery making. Here we’ve put together a guide of one of the most popular settings, a claw […]
Starting out in jewellery making? Need to brush up on your pre-existing knowledge? Either way, you’ll need to know how to use a jeweller’s saw. And this can be pretty tricky if you’re learning it for the first time. So to help you on your way, we’ve listed everything you need to know for using […]
New to making polymer clay jewellery? Already given it a go and it didn’t work out how you planned? Either way, we can guide you in the right direction towards making clay jewellery that is guaranteed to impress. We’ll talk you through the polymer clay tools you’ll need, the right workspace set up and many […]
We know that starting your jewellery making journey can be overwhelming which is why, as a part of our how to make jewellery hub we’re giving you some helpful advice, tips, guides and more on a range of jewellery making. Here we’ve listed what we think are some useful tips for those new to stamping […]
Stepping into the world of advanced jewellery-making requires a lot of patience and a deeper understanding of the intricacies that come along with perfecting your designs, especially when it comes to the different types of polishing compounds and the jewellery polishing process. Polishing compounds, jeweller’s rouge, buffing wheels and mops – there’s so much to […]
Are you just getting started with your new polymer clay hobby? One of the basics you’ll need to learn, in addition to sculpting and modelling, is firing your polymer clay. We’ve put together our beginner’s guide on how to bake polymer clay, the right way. We’ll cover the perfect baking times and temperatures, useful tips […]