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I need tips on how to use these pliers.

These wire working pliers work like parallel action pliers--where the jaws open and close parallel and offer even distribution of pressure throughout...

What tools should you use to cut silver plate chains?

It depends on the type and thickness of the chain. Some plated chains are a soft base metal and can be easily cut with any standard jewelry-grade...

What needle should I use for my seed bead project?

When you first start working with a beading needle and thread, work with a larger needle will give you an easier time of threading as the eye will...

Please tell me the difference between "lap joint" and "box joint" pliers?

The joint on a pair of pliers refers to the area where the two jaws of the pliers and the handles come together and how this joint was constructed....

How much should I spend on the tools I choose--does cost really make a difference?

I believe that good quality tools are very important in jewelry-making. I recommend using a basic set of quality tools, the best you can afford. We...

What do you recommend for a work table surface for beading?

You can work on anything from a laminate counter top to a wooden jeweler's bench. A smooth, hard, level surface is best. Depending on the type of...

Can I use the rock tumbler to make beach glass?

Yes you can use the tumbler for creating pieces that look like beach glass.Consider your first batch a test to assess which tumbling media works best...

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

Set up a variable speed rotary drill or flex shaft (one with foot pedal control is best) and fit the collet with a diamond drill bit. If possible,...

How do I use wire-wrapping pliers? Thank you.

Wire-wrapping pliers are designed with different sized barrels (4, 6 and 8mm barrels) to allow the wireworker to form coils or rings in many sizes....

How do I determine the wire gauge in my wire inventory?

To determine wire gauge use a wire gauge tool, manual millimeter/inch brass gauge or a digital caliper.The manual wire gauge tool is made of metal...

Can sterling silver rings be sized up?

Yes, as long as the sizing is within a 0.25 (1/4) to 0.5 (1/2) ring size and there are no settings with stones in place.If you need to size a ring up...

Which tools do you recommend to buy when the person has arthritis?

Look for ergonomic tools with longer handles that are cushioned. Longer handles prevent the "digging" into the palm that short handled tools may...

Hi! I'm new to beading and love it! I want to make bands for my existing watches that have a bar. What do I use to start? Is there a special finding?

Welcome to beading! You will come across many findings to create wonderful, original designs for watch bands.To start, you need to remove the...

I was wondering if you need any kind of release with the flex molds? I'm thinking for PMC you'd want to oil them, but what about resin?

Correct--when molding metal clay in the Deep-Flex™ plastic molds, adding a light touch of oil is the way to go. When forming shapes using resin, I...

I'm new to the jewelry scene and was wondering about the tumblers that are available. Does a tumbler work for all metals, including precious metal? What is the difference between a jewelry tumbler and a rock tumbler?

The Lortone Model 3A is a rotary rock and jewelry tumbler with a rubber barrel that uses different media to grind, work-harden and/or polish metal...

I stopped beading for a while and my findings tarnished quite badly and now I have people asking me to start beading again. I really need to get these findings clean. Thanks so much for your advice.

You can clean most metals in the Empire's instant tarnish remover. Be sure to read the warnings with it though, as it's not safe for use with certain...

How do you clean the release agent out of glass beads?

A bead reamer and water can clean out the release inside glass beads. Fill a shallow bowl with water and put on safety glasses. While holding the...

I want to learn to knot between beads. Can you offer me any information on this technique?

"The Knotted Necklace and Bracelet" illustrated instructions outlines knotting using an overhand knot and tweezers, which is a more traditional...

How can I remove dried glue from a bead hole, so I can use the bead again. Thank You.

The best way to remove dried glue from bead holes is by using a bead reamer or awl. These are specialized tools that are essentially hand drills....

Do you have any easy instructions for making loop earring findings?

For making your own ear wires, I would recommend using a wire jig so the shape is easily repeatable and all ear wires match. Instructions are...

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