Tag Archives: Orion Micro Welder

Is Permanent Jewelry Profitable as a Business?

permanent jewelry profits

I often get asked: Is Permanent Jewelry Profitable as a Business? So, I decided to make this video to explain why permanent jewelry, also referred to as PJ, is an incredibly profitable business. If you actually look on social media and track some of the businesses offering PJ, you will find what started out as side […]

How much does it COST to start a Permanent Jewelry (PJ) Business – Small Business Break Down

In this video, I will attempt to thoroughly answer the question: How much does it cost to start my own PJ business? I get asked this question A LOT because it’s actually not a lot and it is very profitable. If you actually look on social media and track some of the businesses offering this service, […]

A look at the benefits of micro welders

the benefits of micro welders

I am the founder of Stones and Findings, a jewelry components wholesale company, specializing in charm designs and chains. I am formally trained in fine arts and finance, earning an MBA from the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Business.  I started making and selling jewelry as a way to pay for my university tuition. […]

Elevate Your Business with Permanent Jewelry: Embracing Experiential Retail

Elevate Your Business with Permanent Jewelry: Embracing Experiential Retail

Businesses in the current retail landscape are constantly seeking innovative ways to captivate customers and differentiate themselves from competitors. One increasingly popular strategy is integrating permanent jewelry into their offerings, transforming the traditional shopping experience into a memorable and immersive journey. In this article, we will delve into the idea of Permanent Jewelry, also referred […]

How to Weld Onto Yourself Without Assistance – Permanent Jewelry Micro Welding Tutorial

micro welding without help tutorial

As you can see in this video, I have many permanent jewelry bracelets on my wrist (they are addictive), some of which have been welded on me by people I’ve taught to weld, but most of them I welded by myself as part of filming. It is a wonderful idea to model chains yourself because […]

How to Weld Charms and Drops onto Rings or Bangles – Unleash your Creativity with Micro Welding

In this video, I demonstrate how to weld drops onto any existing piece of jewelry, such as rings, and permanent bracelets or bangles, without having to cut your existing piece of jewelry. By using thin wire that can go through the hole of the bead twice, you can add a bead charm very easily by […]

How to Weld A Magnetic Clasp Bracelet – Step By Step Jewelry Tutorial

how to weld a magnetic clasp jewelry tutorial

In this tutorial, I demonstrate how to measure, cut and weld a magnetic bracelet. Magnetic clasp bracelets are a perfect alternative to traditional clasp bracelets, which many find difficult to close without the help of another person.   However, many of the magnet clasps on the market have not been strong enough and people have reported […]

How to Cut and Re-Weld Chain Links to be Inconspicuous – Step By Step Permanent Jewelry Tutorial

how to cut and re-weld chain links permanent jewelry tutorial

In this tutorial, I demonstrate how to cut a chain for welding a Permanent Bracelet so that the re-weld is virtually unnoticeable when we reuse the link. I also demonstrate how to form a circular, jump ring, after it has been welded, so as to match other oval links. This video is also a demonstration […]

How to Make and Weld Sterling Silver Wire Heart Stud Earrings – Unleash Your Creativity Episode 8

micro weld heart sterling silver studs tutorial

In this tutorial, I demonstrate how to make these heart stud earrings using sterling silver wire, and welding it to stud posts. If you do not own a welder, you can solder with a flame torch. The method for forming the wire hearts remains the same. Here I am using 24 gauge half hard wire […]

Welding is Easy – First Time Welding Permanent Jewelry with Orion Micro Welder mPulse

I want to share this video with you because many people are interested in starting a permanent jewelry business. They have written and asked how hard it is to master and whether they should get one-on-one lessons.  I documented my friend Heather’s first time welding on the Orion Micro Welder.  She is a portfolio manager with no […]