Buying Guides
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Buying Guides
What To Buy The Jewellery Maker In Your Life
Read PostAre you searching for the perfect gift for the jewellery maker in your life this holiday season? That’s why we’ve put together our top gift ideas for jewellery makers for the holiday season. Whether they’re professional jewellery makers or just starting to experiment, we have a multitude of gift ideas for you to choose from. […]
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Building A Student Jewellery Tool Kit
Read PostStarting a degree in jewellery design? You’ll need to get set up with all the right equipment. With so many different products available, it can be tricky to decide which ones you’ll get the most use out of. That’s where we come in. We’ve provided a rundown of everything you need when building a student […]
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Top 7 Jewellery Casting Supplies For Beginners
Read Postipping your toe into the world of casting? Otherwise known as “lost wax casting”, this technique dates back to the 3rd century BC and has been used across the world. The processes have of course simplified since then, so if you’re considering attempting some castings to make modern jewellery, you’ll need to make sure you […]
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What are jewellery findings?
Read PostNew to jewellery making? It can be pretty overwhelming getting to know all the ins and outs of everything, especially when it comes to jewellery findings. You might be wondering “what are jewellery findings?” and “what exactly do they do?”. We’re here to help with our jewellery findings guide. We’ve picked out some of the […]
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Try Something New (Part 2)
Read PostContinuing on from our previous blog, here is more inspiration to get every jewellery making wanting to try something new. Base Metal The term Base Metal, simply refers to a common or inexpensive metal and working with them is a great way to create objects at a fraction of the cost of using precious metal. […]
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Bullion Basics for Beginners
Read PostBullion is at the heart of most jewellery making processes. If you want to use Silver, Gold or any other precious metals in your creations, it’s a good idea to become familiar with the bullion basics. Read on to find out what bullion is, the different types available and how to buy bullion. What is […]
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GRS Tools: Introduction
Read Post‘What used to take years to learn, can now be picked up in days’ GRS are an American based manufacturer who have been producing premium quality engraving and setting tools since the mid 1960s. Their aim has always been to make these two highly skilled techniques easier and more attainable by way of improved technology […]
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Top 5 Jewellery Making Books for Beginners
Read PostHi jewellery makers! I’ve put together a list of jewellery making books, that I feel would be ideal for those making their way into the world of jewellery making. I’ve selected only a handful, which has been difficult, as there are so many to choose from. The five that I have chosen focus on five […]
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What Is Fimo Clay?
Read PostIn this blog we will discuss the basics of Fimo modelling clay – answering questions like “what is Fimo made of?”, “is Fimo clay waterproof?” and giving some Fimo polymer clay ideas to help get you started. What is Fimo? Fimo is a brand of polymer clay. In fact, Fimo modelling clay was the first […]
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Gemstone Terminology For Beginners
Read PostInterested in gemology? Or do you just want to know your refractive index from your gemstone lustre? If you’re interested in gemstone terminology, setting stones and creating your own jewellery with them, you’re in the right place. Understanding the different parts of a gemstone, and all of the technical gem terminology, can get a little […]
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Choosing the Best Silver Chain for your Necklace
Read PostWhen choosing the best chains for pendants, it’s important to consider both aesthetics and functionality. Different chain styles not only influence the overall look of the jewellery but also impact how well the chain supports a pendant. Silver chain products featured: Trace VVT CFAL Spiga VVP CJA Snake VV3 84H Twisted rope VVCT A15I Belcher […]
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How to make a chain longer?
Read PostWhen choosing a chain, particularly on someone else’s behalf, getting the length right can be tricky. Not only do you have to consider the size of the neck it’s going around but also, the size of the pendant it’s intended for. As well as its strength, style, alloy and the position it will hang on […]