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 […]
Soldering chain links is a fiddly business. But there are some techniques you can use to make sure that you’re getting it right each time. Use our step by step guide below to help you learn how to solder silver chain and gold chain using some basic principles. Soldering chain links: What are you up […]
Interested in learning how to set a stone in a 4-claw ring? Whether you’re planning on setting your own engagement ring or are keen to expand your jewellery making expertise, use our video tutorial and our guide as a reference for learning some basic stone setting techniques. In this guide we’ll talk you through the […]
Making jewellery with resin is such a fun, creative and exciting skill to have but knowing where to start can be overwhelming. Our resin jewellery making hub is a great place to find all of the basic help and guidance you need to get started so don’t forget to visit the hub. Once you’ve learnt […]
Casting resin using different colours, moulds, and objects is a creative way of producing interesting jewellery pieces without having to invest in lots of supplies. In fact, it’s a great way to get started in jewellery making and other forms of crafting too, as the objects you can create with resin really are endless! Casting […]
Wire wrapping techniques in jewellery making are vast; they range from making basic loops to producing intricately stone set pendants. There are many different designs you can create using wire wrapping techniques Read our guide on the fundamentals of wire wrapping for beginners to help you quickly get to grips with the techniques required for […]
Looking for ways to use gallery strip in your handmade jewellery projects? Decorative gallery strip, otherwise known as gallery wire, is perfect for a variety of applications and can be easily transformed into a number of jewellery pieces. From using it to add a simple detail to a design to creating an eye-catching ring, there […]
Heard of solder paste syringes? But not sure how to use them? Read our guide to solder paste below and learn more about the advantages of soldering paste and when you should use it. What is solder paste? Solder paste is a mixture of metal solder powder and flux – the two elements required to […]
Piercing, cutting and drilling sheet metal is an integral part of metalsmithing. It may seem daunting at first – something as simple as cutting a hole in metal sheet can seem like a tall order. However, once you get to know the tools (whatever your budget!) and how to use them, you can start cutting […]
If you’re looking to inject a touch of colour to your jewellery creations, you may want to consider cabochon cut gemstones and ways to showcase them. In a previous article, we outlined fourteen easy steps to making a cabochon ring with bezel strips, but now we’re taking the showcasing of cabochon stones further. What about […]
Do you work primarily with copper sheet? If copper is the metal of choice for your jewellery designs, and you’re searching for a new approach, why not incorporate silver? Bringing together copper and silver sheet can make your design stand out, with contrasting colours and textures that will set you apart from other designers. Here’s […]
Earring posts for jewellery making are a simple finding to start producing yourself. It’s easy to make them in bulk so that you have them to hand whenever you’re ready to bring all the elements of your designs together to make your own stud earrings. To help you kick start your earring making process, here’s […]
One of the most complex and time-consuming elements of jewellery making is buffing and polishing. This stage in the process is one that you want to get right, first time – so any way that you can speed it up is a bonus! That’s why we’ve put together our top tips on how to polish […]