What is the best metal to use in jewlery making, that will not tarnish?


Posted August 25th, 2010 by admin 2 Comments »
jewlery making
TIff asked:


I recently purchased silver plated metal, does anybody know how well that will hold up? And does gold plated metal tarnish also?

Jewlery Making?


Posted May 31st, 2010 by admin 2 Comments »
jewlery making
Janie asked:


okay, im trying to make an eye glass chain but im not sure what to do with all the supplies. I have the wire, the small crimping things, the rubber thing the glasses go into, and a curled piece of metal. could someone tell me what to do please????

jewlery making?


Posted May 31st, 2010 by admin 8 Comments »
jewlery making
oceanbreeze123 asked:


what do you with beads like this

http://www.michaels.com/art/online/static?page=beads

they come in strands of beads. do you take them apart?

does anyone know of a store that sells beads for jewelry making in miami?


Posted May 4th, 2010 by admin 2 Comments »
jewelry making
Jessica asked:


i know all the online jewelry beading stores but i would like to know if anyone buys their beads at an actually store here in miami where you can go and buy beads?

jewelry making basic tools?


Posted May 4th, 2010 by admin 1 Comment »
jewelry making
gatorfan2891 asked:


I want to start making jewelry and selling it. I have some books and ive look all over the internet but i cant find what basic tools i needs for making earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. I don’t want to buy a bunch of stuff in case i find out i cant do it and because im very short on cash. what are some basic things (besides beads) that i would need to get started?

What is the best drill and soldering iron for jewelry making?


Posted April 18th, 2010 by admin 2 Comments »
jewelry making
Pundits Paradigm asked:


I want to drill small holes in metal, plastic, ceramic, etc so that I can add a link to make charms. I need to solder as well. I need info on the supplies/accessories needed (what I need for soldering and drill bits needed) Thank you so much!

Looking for colored chain/findings for making jewelry?


Posted April 18th, 2010 by admin 2 Comments »
jewelry making
K.B. asked:


I’ve seen some interesting jewelry for sale on crafter sites (like Etsy etc) that appear to be metal that is pinkish in color, either by the metal’s property itself, or it’s been colored somehow.

I can’t seem to find anything for sale on the jewelry supply sites anywhere.

Anyone seen anything like this? Either already colored or a process by which you can color it yourself?

I’m talking about either chain link for bracelets, or the links and findings.

Directions for making a never-ending-knot for jewelry making?


Posted April 4th, 2010 by admin 3 Comments »
jewelry making
Wyandotte Hen asked:


Specifically using an elastic string for a beaded bracelet.

A question about wire technique while making jewelry?


Posted March 21st, 2010 by admin 1 Comment »
jewelry making
scarlet asked:


When i’m finishing up making a necklace (with wire) and putting the clasps on, what is a good technique to make the wire look neat, and also not have that little bit at the end that sticks out and pokes you?

Where can I buy blank pendants / frames for jewelry-making?


Posted March 21st, 2010 by admin 3 Comments »
jewelry making
loriannajenkins asked:


I am trying to find some blank pendants with edges that i will customize (e.g. with printed paper) and fill with resin. Does anyone know where I can find a good selection of these and what exactly they’re called? I think a blank pewter pendant would be ideal. Thanks!
Um thanks, FHWPEG, but as much as I like fake Luis Vuitton, that really has nothing to do with my question??