Buying a kiln for jewellery making - a few guidelines. Having bought several jewellery kilns I thought that I might be able to point potential buyers in the right direction when choosing one and hopefully...
Fed up with paying loads for jewellery? Why not have a go at making your own from loose gemstones? You don't necessarily need any special tools (depending on the type of setting) and it's so easy. If I can do...
Princess Jewellery's guide to making a basic beaded wire link or drop.Difficulty level: Level 1 - Beginner (For explanation of ratings please see bottom of this guide)Time: 5 minutes I chose to make a beaded...
If would like to make your own jewellery you will need three basic tools to get you started -Pliers have noses (tips) and there are several shapes of noses available. Usually they are matching pairs but some...
Magical crimping pliers are really magical. They cleverly turn 2mm Sterling Silver or Gold filled tubular crimps into round beads that crimp Softflex Medium or Fine beading wire. There are two sizes of Magical...
Pliers: - These are by far the most important tools you will buy. They are your hands when working with small objects. Although important they needn’t be expensive. Most cheap tool stalls in your local town...
There is a wide selection of pliers available in various price ranges. The main differences are in the size of the pliers, the joint construction and the handle style. Size and Weight Pliers are available...
It is possible to knot beading wire but it is not recommended as a strong reliable way to finish a piece. If you are going to be using beading wire you will need to learn how to crimp! This takes practice and...
How to make a stylish necklace for any occasion How many times have you found yourself rifling through your jewellery-box looking for just the right necklace that you know perfectly well you don't have? It...
The question I am asked most often with regards to jewellery making is what you need to get started. The answer, as with so many crafts is very little. There are just 3 tools that you need. All available from...