I take inspiration from the natural world around me; from flowers in my garden, and the beauty of each season, to the celestial bodies and temperamental Colorado weather, I could make jewelry forever.

Love the look of crystal, but unsure which brand to shop? Discover the highlights of each of the top three crystal manufacturers.

How you wear your rings can mean a lot. Learn what each hand, finger and even knuckle is saying--without a word.

Pretty pastels flutter by in this stretch bracelet design featuring silver-plated brass ovals, seed beads and butterfly charms. Acrylic wings give each charm the look of shell.

Infuse your jewelry designs with the mystique of Chinese zodiac signs. Explore this article for the legends and fun facts behind each animal sign.

Learn about the history of gemstones associated with each month and their coordinating crystal colors.

Different earring styles suit different needs, and the findings make all the difference! This handy guide explains the unique benefits of each type of earring finding.

Experience the essence of an Ocean Sunset woven into each seed bead of this exquisite bracelet, a stunning creation that earned its place as a 2023 finalist.

Learn the art of pricing your products to make a profit. This article explains the importance of factoring in all the labor, material and overhead costs for each hand-crafted item.

Western understandings of chakras involve associating specific chakras to physical points in the body. Learn what each chakra represents and what gemstones are associated with them.

Each native tribe of the Southwestern United States has their own distinctive jewelry style. Here are four of the most prevalent from the 19th century onwards.

Matching doesn't have to mean each piece in the set is the same. Read this article and learn how to create a bold and fashion-forward look by harnessing the power of asymmetry.

(also called rosetta beads or star beads) Glass bead style first created in Italy in the late 1400s. Chevron glass is composed of a varied number of consecutively-laid layers of colored glass. In between layers, the glass is pressed into a mold, to create the patterns within the beads. The glass is stretched to create a long tube, then cut into beads. Individual beads are then beveled or rounded at each end to reveal the chevron or star patterns in the glass. Only those beads with the internal structure exposed by beveling, cutting or grinding the end surfaces away are called Chevron Beads. All others are called rosetta or star beads.

Step out in style with this captivating multi-gemstone bracelet, showcasing Celestial Crystal® beads and sophisticated gold-plated accents. Uncover the allure of celestial beauty in each bead.

Q: I am looking to sell my jewelry online. Do I need to get a business number if I only plan on selling $100 or $200 worth of jewelry each year, if I am lucky?

There are two styles of glass cutters: dry and oil-filled. This tutorial shows how to use both types, each with illustrated step-by-step instructions.

Q: How do you know what size thread to use for a necklace strung with knots in between each bead? I have had experience with the beads slipping over the knots.

Q: With the precious metal market so volatile, I've been using some silver plated findings in my designs. On my cards I tell of what each piece is made. Is there a legal explanation required when you have a piece, say, 20% silver plate, 80% sterling or can I just say SP and Sterling or Sterling w SP and leave it at that? I don't want to mislead my customers but I also want to point out that the piece is mostly sterling. My cards are not large so space is limited.

Q: I have some carved shell flowers. The hole is in the middle of each flower. How do I attach beads, and how do I make them into earrings?

Q: I am totally new to beading. I want to make a right-angle-weave bracelet. Can you tell me where to find instructions for adding the center bead to each right angle group? Thanks.

Q: I am new to the jewelry making business and have been interested in a business of my own since my work related accident, which forced me into early retirement. I was doing a web search for something that would help in my fixed income and I came across Fire Mountain Gems and Beads and decided that this would be something that I could do from my home. I am interested in both making and buying the pre-made jewelry. I would like to know something about the price point system, regarding the pre-made jewelry. If I buy the pre-made pieces of jewelry, what sort of price range would be the best? For example, if I buy a pre-made necklace, what would my price point be? Say if the pre-made pieces of jewelry at wholesale cost would be $5.34. Would I multiply the wholesale cost by 2, 3, 4 times the cost, or what percent would I mark up the necklace? If I decide to sell this necklace with a bracelet and earrings, what would the markup be on this set? Also, if I buy a set of 6 of the same kind that cost $7.42 for the set of 6 how would I break this down to each individual piece? I will be setting up at the flea market and craft shows and making up my website and ebay store. Thank you.

Q: I want to make a bracelet that is not a bangle but one that doesn't touch each side. What can I use to mold and fire on?

Q: While creating a wire wrap for a very large faceted lemon quartz briolette, I inadvertently caused chipping on each side of the top-drilled hole. I've decided not to use the stone as a briolette since the drill hole is no longer useful. Can I repair the damage and what then can I do with the stone?

Use the Artistic Wire® Professional Deluxe Coiling Gizmo® to create tight wire coils and form them into coiled shapes. This photo-illustrated tutorial shows each step.