Delicate stars and glistening orbs bring to mind the luminous depths of the sea in this intricate silver-plated necklace and earring set.

Capture the ferocity of black diamond chips with these hypnotic hoop earrings. This bold pair exudes power and sophistication, ensuring a lasting impact.

A spectrum of glittering crystal and pewter drops unite in harmony, creating an opulent diamond silhouette in these exquisite statement earrings.

Toothpaste to clean jewelry? Indestructible diamonds? Join Leslie as she debunks these and ten other popular jewelry myths.

Hearts and roses grace this sweet necklace and earring set, imbuing it with romantic allure. Adorned with Crystal Passions® bicone beads that evoke the dazzling sparkle of diamonds, this set is sure to delight.

Learn how to create beautiful jewelry to flatter any face shape.

Bring on the shine with this exquisite Crystal Passions® drop necklace and earring set, featuring a faceted wild heart pendant and sterling silver elements, accented by clear cubic zirconia in a diamond-shaped bail, all elegantly suspended from a Gossamer™ sterling silver chain for a timeless and sophisticated look.

Discover the world of hypoallergenic jewelry-making materials and explore other methods be a conscientious designer, safeguard your skin and preserve your fashion sense.

The fire of the diamond, the play of colors in an opal, the shimmering asterisk in a star sapphire--these optical effects make gemstone materials even more beautiful. Read this article to learn about these fascinating effects.

Q: I have several strands of tiny 2.5mm diamond beads and am in a quandary as to the best way to string them. I've tried fishing line and extra fine beading wire, but I'm not satisfied with the results. I've also tried stringing them onto jump rings I made with 18K 30-gauge wire, but it made them look too spread out. Any suggestions?

Q: I am wondering how to drill small holes in certain pieces to accommodate certain designs. How would I drill holes in sterling silver or brass components? Also, how would I drill an extra hole in a pendant made of howlite? HELP!

Q: How do I enlarge the hole in plastic beads? I am making a craft that requires running a 1.5 inch ribbon through the bead. What tool can I use to enlarge the hole? I bought the diamond reamer but it does not work on plastic!!!

Create perfectly balanced and symmetrical jewelry connectors with the Artistic Wire® Connector Diamond Jig. Follow these step-by-step instructions and let your creativity get wired.

Q: What do I use to drill a hole in a cabochon? I can't find anything to go through.

Q: How do I drill a hole in a gemstone already polished.

Rangashrii Santhanam wanted to create show-stopping earrings, and we think she succeeded! Tiny seed beads form a diamond-patterned netting that showcases the bicones with striking contrast.

As the West views diamond, the East views jade. Jade became the preferred material for objects d'art in China, with the value of certain varieties exceeding their weight in silver and gold.

Rarer than diamonds and almost as famous, tanzanite has skyrocketed in popularity. You'll want to learn about the gem and start designing now as deposits could run dry!

These charming polymer clay popsicles are dripping with style.

Cubic zirconia (referred to as CZ) is a lab-grown gemstone, but don't let that taint your feelings on this gorgeous diamond simulant that actually is said to still possess metaphysical traits.

Diamonds may be everything from a girl's best friend or coal that stuck to its job--either way it's a gemstone with a mystique all its own, a symbol of stability and dependability in an ever-changing world..

A scale ranging from one to ten which rates the hardness of a gemstone or mineral in comparison with other minerals and gemstones. Talc rates as one, being one of the softest minerals. Diamond, the hardest substance on the planet, rates at ten.

Originally quartz from the gold washings along the Rhine river. Today, generally means colorless potash-and-lead glass that contains quartz in the form of melted lead crystal and is cut like a diamond. Also called strass, diamante.

Rare and costly gems: diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires.