There are lots of things to take into consideration when you start off with jewellery making as a hobby, the first will probably be the cost of getting a good stock of beads and findings together! There is no...
There are many ways to iron-on Rhinestones onto clothes. The most common ways are to use a household iron, a special appliactor, soldering iron or a press. Apply Rhinestones with an IRON or PRESS Place the...
The Pearl Grades listed below explain the different standards involved in the process of pearl grading. Those listed in this guide are the standards practised by the Mainland Chinese Pearl Traders. A Grade -...
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...
Both Andesine and Labradorite are extremely rare and difficult to find gemstones and until now it was not known if the latest gemstone find in 2002 was Labradorite, Andesine or something else. Information...
Anyone who regularly works with gemstone chip bead will already be aware of the vast variations in size shape and colour. I can only give you are rough guide, but I hope it will help! This guide applies to...
Precious and semi-precious gemstones have been used spiritual, emotional and physical healing for several thousands years. When worn as jewellery or even just placed close by, the stone will pass their energy...
Knowlege about beads by Hong(Lisa) of 8Season Referring to dictionary, the definition of a bead is a small, round material which is pierced to string and threading. Actually the beads are varied in materials...
How to Make a Memory Wire Bracelet or Necklace Memory wire is a unique material that looks a lot like a spring. It’s often made of stainless steel so that it does not rust. This heavy gauge wire comes in...
Glass beads come in a wide range of types and finishes, which can be confusing for a new jewellery maker. They can be as small as a grain of sugar and as big as a conker and come in every shape imaginable....