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How to Choose the Right Tools when Working with Precious Metals

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 […]

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  • Chemicals & Materials

    What Are the Best Practices for Safely Handling Chemicals and Materials? 

    Jewellery making allows for the creation of beautiful designs, but it also involves handling various chemicals and materials that can pose health and safety risks if not managed properly. Adhering to safety best practices ensures not only the quality of your work but also your well-being. Here’s a comprehensive guide to safely handling chemicals and […]

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  • Buying Guides

    Essential Tools for Starting Out in Jewellery Making 

    Jewellery making is exciting and rewarding allowing you to bring your creative visions to life. Whether you dream of creating intricate earrings, bold statement necklaces or dainty rings, having the right tools is the first step to success. Here’s a guide to the essential tools every beginner jewellery maker should have in their kit.  1. […]

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  • Inspiration

    Essential Skills for Beginners in Jewellery Making 

    Jewellery making is fascinating, blending creativity with precision. For beginners, diving into this world can be both exciting and challenging. Building a strong foundation of skills is key to ensuring your designs not only look stunning but also stand the test of time. Here’s a guide to the essential skills every beginner needs to master.  […]

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    Are There Affordable Alternatives to High-End Jewellery-Making Tools? 

    Jewellery-making can be incredibly rewarding, but it often comes with the misconception that only high-end tools can deliver professional results. While premium tools offer durability and precision, they aren’t the only path to creating jewellery. For beginners, there are many affordable alternatives to high-end tools that provide excellent results without breaking the bank. Let’s explore […]

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  • 3D Printing

    Our Precious Metal Casting Service FAQs

    Our Precious Metal Casting service offers a streamlined process for transforming your CAD designs into high-quality metal pieces. Below are answers to some questions you may have: What is Precious Metal Casting? Precious metal casting is a manufacturing process that shapes metal into detailed and intricate designs difficult to achieve by hand. The design file […]

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  • 3D Printing

    Precious Metal Casting at Cooksongold: How it Works

    We’ve designed our Precious Metal Casting service to be as easy as possible to get your CAD designs cast and delivered straight to your door. Just upload your designs in our online portal or select one from the design library, then we’ll 3D print your design accurately in wax before casting in your chosen precious […]

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    Quality Assurance in Our Precious Metal Casting with Polishing and Hallmarking

    At Cooksongold, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional quality in everything we do. Our Precious Metal Casting service provides expert polishing and certified hallmarking, ensuring that each design meets the highest standards possible. Our process begins with transforming your CAD designs into precise wax models using advanced 3D printing technology. These models are then cast […]

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    Top Design Tips for Our Precious Metal Casting Service

    Designing jewellery pieces that align with our casting capabilities is essential for achieving high-quality results. By adhering to specific design guidelines, you can ensure your creations are both aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound. Here are some top design tips to optimise your pieces for effective casting with us: 1. Ensure Your Model is Watertight Before […]

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  • Clay

    Torch Vs Kiln: What is the best for heating your silver clay?

    When working with precious metal clay, choosing the right heating method can be a challenge, especially when weighing the benefits of torch firing versus kiln firing. Both approaches have their advantages and disadvantages and the best choice often depends on the specific needs and resources of the jeweller. Here’s a look at the pros and […]

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    Jewellery Making Top Tips

    If you are looking to elevate your jewellery making skill set even further, here are some valuable tips and resources to help you enhance your jewellery making. Choose the type of jewellery you want to make Jewellery making offers various avenues, each requiring specific tools, skills, and knowledge. Below are some areas that might inspire […]

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  • Scrap

    Making the Most Out of Your Scrap Metal Jewellery

    What is Metal Recycling? Metal recycling involves collecting scrap metal, processing it, and creating new metal materials. These recycled metals can be used to manufacture new metal products, which can be recycled again once they are no longer needed. Benefits of Recycling Your Precious Metal Our Scrap Metal Recycling Service With over 100 years of […]

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    COLOP Handheld Printers: The new way to print

    What is Mobile Printing? Mobile printers give you the flexibility to print materials on demand, when and where you need to. They are often lightweight, easy to use and durable, offering high print quality you would expect from stationary printers. Within jewellery making, mobile printing technology can be extremely useful, particularly when it comes to […]

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