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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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    How to make a simple Double Gallery Setting

    A ‘How To’ guide by guest blogger Lydia Niziblian. A lady came to me with an antique heart-shaped amethyst that had been cut by a relative who was an amateur faceter.  It was very unevenly cut, but of great sentimental value.  It needed a handmade setting, and I thought a double gallery setting would be […]

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    Crystal Clay Review

    A fantastic review of Crystal Clay by guest blogger Gillian Salisbury. I was very excited when I was given the opportunity to try out Crystal Clay. A relatively new crafting/jewellery making product which Cooksongold have recently started to supply. It appears to be quite big in the States and I can see it repeating that […]

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    Get to Know your Findings: Focus on Earrings

    Nothing says ‘Glamour’ like a pair of drop earring.  Unlike their safer, more sensible counterpart, the stud, long drops are made to be noticed! If the fashion press are to be believed, drop earrings, specifically the ‘chandelier’ style, go in and out of fashion on a regular basis. What can be more elegant than a […]

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    Creative Freedom with Art Clay Silver 650

    If you’d like to make a comment about this article, or post a question please click here So what is Art Clay? Art Clay is a precious metal clay which looks and feels like ordinary sculpting or porcelain clay with fine particles of pure silver mixed with a non-toxic organic binder. The binder burns out […]

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    Applications of Silver Beads in Jewellery Making

    Silver beads have been prized for centuries for their elegance and ability to compliment almost any other combination of decoration. But there is a clear difference between silver and sterling silver. Beads are commonly made from Sterling silver which is a silver alloy made up of 7.5% copper, 92.5% silver.  Pure silver is designated as […]

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