Base Metal
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Base Metal
Five Affordable Base Metal Chains for Handmade Pendants
Read PostWhen designing handmade pendants, the chain you choose can completely change the finished look. While sterling silver remains a popular option, base metal chains offer affordable alternatives that can complement different materials more effectively and introduce new colours and textures into your collection. For jewellers working with base metals, plated and stainless steel chains can […]
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Base Metal
Five Ways to Use Copper & Brass in Jewellery Designs
Read PostLooking for new ways to work with copper and brass? These metals are perfect for experimenting with contrast, texture and scale, making them ideal for trying out new designs. Here are five techniques to explore in your next designs. 1. Layer Metals for Depth and Detail Layering copper and brass is one of the simplest […]
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Base Metal
Why Everyone Is Talking About Copper & Brass Metal Clay for Handmade Jewellery?
Read PostBase metal clay, particularly copper and bronze, has opened up new possibilities for jewellery makers looking to experiment, scale ideas and keep costs under control. Unlike traditional sheet and wire techniques, metal clay allows you to work in a soft, pliable form. It can be shaped, textured and refined using simple tools, before being fired […]
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Base Metal
Everything You Need to Make Handmade Jewellery Without Precious Metals
Read PostAs the cost of sterling silver continues to rise, many jewellers are reassessing how they design, price and scale their collections. Copper, brass, bronze, aluminium and plated components offer practical, commercially sensible alternatives — and Cooksongold stocks a wide range to support every stage of the making process. While precious metals remain central to many […]