In this video, I share with you the techniques and tips for welding a box chain – with and without the use of a jump ring. A box chain is made using a flattened wire that is shaped into square links, giving it a boxy, elegant and minimalist look. If the links are large enough, […]
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Design & Product Knowledge, Tips for Artisans, Designing, Jewellery Business Advice, Trends
Chain 101: Everything You Need to Know about Size, Style, Metal, and Gauge
14
Jul
Jul
The ultimate crash course in metal jewelry components and chains! I taught this at the Permanent Jewelry Expo (PJX0 in Las Vegas) and now you can watch it here. This basic knowledge is essential for anyone new to jewelry making, but also informative for seasoned goldsmiths. The course will cover different metals and styles popular to […]
Design & Product Knowledge, Tips for Artisans, Designing, Jewellery Business Advice, Trends
Permanent Jewelry Trends and Ideas – Permanent Jewelry Expo Lesson, Tutorial, and Notes
06
Jul
Jul
In this video, I share the latest trends and ideas for permanent jewelry. I taught this course at the recent Permanent Jewelry Expo (PJX) in Las Vegas. The Permanent Jewelry Industry is growing fast and furiously, with many new components and trends coming onto the market. This video is a fun slideshow of creative permanent […]
Tips for Artisans, Designing, Jewellery Business Advice
How To Wire Wrap Linked Beads in a Chain Style
27
Jan
Jan
This video shows how to link beads by wire wrapping them and how to finish them by attaching the chained beads to chains. Use 26 or 24 gauge dead soft silver wire for best results when using small beads like pearls and crystals. To do this most efficiently, thread all beads on in the order […]
Tips for Artisans, Designing, Jewellery Business Advice, Jewellery Making Tutorials
How to Solder With Flux and Avoid Balling Up the Flux
27
Dec
Dec
This video features a tip on how to solder silver with flux and what to do when the flux balls up and won’t run. When soldering silver and using hard or soft solder, I often find the solder balls up – it just refuses to jump no matter how long it’s under the flame. This […]
Jewellery Making Techniques, The Clam Shell, Sterling .925, Tips for Artisans, Stringing and Leather, Designing, Silver Chains and Findings Suppliers, Jewellery Business Advice
How To Use Clam Shell Bead Tips
23
Sep
Sep
Clamshell beads are a great way to finish off a strung necklace, we’ll walk you through it and there’s a video below for you to check out! To make things a little easier I’ve put a bit of glue on the tip of the string to create a needle-like tapered end which I’ll string through the […]
Tips for Artisans, Trunk Shows, Designing, Jewellery Business Advice, How to Display Jewelry
Setting Up a Pop-Up Shop: Part 9 – Branding and Packaging
16
Sep
Sep
Studies have shown that, on average, each consumer needs to be exposed to a brand or message at least five times before they make the connection and take action such as making a product inquiry or even a purchase. Therefore, to gain maximum effectiveness in each exposure, you should be consistent with the message and […]
Trunk Shows, Designing, Jewellery Business Advice, How to Display Jewelry
Setting Up a Pop-Up Shop: Part 8 – Signage
09
Sep
Sep
Signage is a vital communication tool for any company or designer. It communicates professionalism and provides a name to the face, so to speak. If customers are walking by, and want to return later, you want them to remember you or be able to look you up if you’re selling online. Professional signs can be […]
Trunk Shows, Designing, Jewellery Business Advice, How to Display Jewelry
Setting Up a Pop-Up Shop: Part 7 – Efficient Packing and Unpacking
07
Sep
Sep
When you’re pressured by time to pack and unpack your shop, either because you’re working alone or because you little access time to the premises outside of selling hours, efficient packing plays an important role. Do most of your preparation at home, or at your regular store location, and pack your suitcase with trays in exactly […]
Tips for Artisans, Designing, Jewellery Business Advice, Jewellery Making Tutorials, Creating Your Own Patina
Jewelry Lacquer S.O.S – Part 3
15
Jul
Jul
Jeweler’s Lacquer What do you do when your pendant has tarnished and you’re not loving the patina?!? I’d ruined the pink sapphire pendant in a previous video when I dunked a gold-plated copper set pendant into silver blackener and seemed to have totally destroyed it. By the way, someone wrote in and told us they […]