Read on to discover the differences between natural hematite and man-made Hemalyke™ beads and components.

Opal is an uncommon gemstone with an equally uncommon beauty and a sadly common fragility--leading it to be recreated in the laboratory as a stronger composite that withstands the stresses the natural opal cannot.

Q: What kind of earrings would make good men's earrings to hang dagger or spider drops from? And if I buy the round rubber or leather cord, black, 3mm, for a man's necklace what clasps or crimping beads do I use on the ends to secure and fasten?

One is a beautiful number. One sterling silver drop with peg + one half-drilled "opal" bead + one bail + one chain = one timelessly elegant pendant necklace.

This very shiny, metallic grey man-made material is exactly what its name says it is: Hemalyke™, a "look alike" for natural hematite, but without the cost.

Rainbow calsilica is a man-made material created for the gemstone market from carbonate rock, which means this intriguing material still possesses perceived metaphysical properties.

Unwrap the magic of Christmas, an enchanting gift box featuring Celestial Crystal® beads, a handcrafted Sculpey® PREMO Polymer Clay gingerbread man, and elegant Satinique™ Cord.

Show your love for man's best friend or your support for the local Humane Society or ASPCA with this darling dog-themed jewelry set.

A decorative sleeve closure used to fasten the two sides of a man's dress shirt (although some mens-style women's blouses will have this feature). Originally composed of two buttons on a short length of chain, a cuff link is now commonly created using a swivel-style finding. The finding is often hidden by a cabochon, carving or other small design motif.

Keep Santa warm and cozy on his midnight sleigh ride with this bronze medal-winning design from Lisa and Sam Yerby. The big man himself is sure to thank you!

Why stop at snowmen earrings when you can wrap them 'round your wrist, too?

Bring a little bling to your holiday earring designs. Clear crystal with an iridescent AB coating gives the traditional Mr. Snowman a bit of sparkle.

Change up your snowmen earring designs by using different kinds of clear beads for an icy effect. It's crystal clear that these jolly snowmen are the perfect companions for a stroll through a winter wonderland.

A carnelian cabochon adorns this money clip, making this design a perfect gift for a groom or any special man in your life.

80's nostalgia is back with these fun and funky video game inspired earrings made with polymer clay.

Add a touch of winter wonder to your look with these jolly snowman earrings! Crafted with exquisite Czech glass and sparkling Crystal Passions® beads, these charming earrings are the perfect accessory to make your holiday season truly magical.

"Hibernation Dreams", a home décor sculpture made from beads, was the result of stumbling upon just the right bead at the right time.

The Maori believe whales are the descendants of Tangaroa, the god of the oceans who transported the first man safely to New Zealand's island shores. The tail is seen as a symbol of strength.

Woof woof! Show love for man's best friend with these doggie-themed dangle earrings.

A shower of Silver Rain waters a delicate paua shell flower and adorns the wrist in Albina Manning's necklace and bracelet set.

Make this charming paperclip-chain jewelry set that dances in the light with man-made opals and holiday-themed charms.

You'll look and feel like the belle of the ball in this elegant set featuring glimmering man-made opals. Pre-linked beads save time and leaves you with more for enjoyment.