Three different scales ranging from 10-100 for measuring the resistance of gels, rubbers and plastics to indentation.
S-Hook Clasp
A double-ended clasp shaped like an "S." Available in many sizes and styles, some with two rings. Pinch or pull the arm of the "S" to close or open the clasp.
Loomwork
(see also Bead Weaving, On-Loom) The process of using seed beads woven between the warp threads on a Beading Loom, to create a design or pattern.
Bib-Style Necklace
Resembling the embroidered yoke of an antique garment, Stacy Farnsworth's Night Shift is a masterpiece of design. A dense fringe of black chains, adorned with the glimmer of Crystal Passions® components, beautifully complements the scrolling floral pattern above it, creating a simply stunning piece.
Seed Bead
A uniformly shaped significantly small bead used for beading and jewelry-making. Seed beads are available in a myriad of colors, finishes and sizes.
Scatter Pin
A small pin usually a bird, insect, or flower worn in groups. Popular in the 1950s.
Bib-Style Necklace and Earring Set
Bursting with vibrant shades of blue, this jewelry set this jewelry set commands attention with its bold and striking presence.
Screw Clasp
A low-profile clasp with a threaded closure, which is twisted or screwed to open and to close. See also Bead, Barrel and Torpedo Clasp styles.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Jazz up a simple string of pearls with the shimmer of Crystal Passions®. This jewelry set combines the sparkling allure of bicones with the gentle luster of crystal pearls for jewelry that is both elegant and exciting.
Scarab
Uncover the profound symbolism of the scarab, an ancient emblem revered for millennia to embody soulful concepts and spiritual significance.
Riviere
Necklace of stones, either all the same size or graded from a large central stone.
Single-Strand Necklace
Sheila Schwede's The Sting combines fine details with simplicity in this honey of a necklace. The eye-catching metal clay pendant is the absolute bee's knees!
Rattail
2mm satin cord.
Lampworked Glass
A type of glasswork, commonly seen in beads or focals, that uses a gas-fueled torch to melt glass rods and tubes of glass to create patterns and designs.
Single-Strand Necklace
The seed bead colors in Betty Neve's Rainbow Connection seem to blend into one another like a watercolor painting, framed by jaw-dropping wirework.
Alloy
A blend of elements to create a new metal, usually in order to add strength and durability. Argentium™ silver is an alloy of silver, copper and germanium.
Christmas Tree Earrings
Make the season merry and bright with these festive Christmas tree earrings. Customize the design with different colors to suit everyone on your list.
Christmas Tree Earrings
Whether you make these classic Christmas tree earrings for yourself, your customers or people on your gift list, they're sure to spread good cheer all season long.
Single-Strand Necklace
Karen Suarez's metal clay necklace, with its graceful lines and adjustable chain, is the stuff that Taxco Dreams are made of!
Earrings
Let your style take flight with these fanciful earrings. Silver-plated wings flutter among fiery Celestial Crystal® beads, soaring to new heights of fashion.
Polishing
The process in the last stage of metal finishing in which a rotating instrument is dipped in a polishing substance. Increases shine and eliminates flaws.
Pliers
A precision hand tool used for a variety of purposes in jewelry-making: to hold objects firmly, to cut or bend wire, to crimp or flatten components and others.
Pickle
A liquid applied to a metal surface that removes surface impurities (such as stains, scale, rust and more).
Palladium
Palladium is a dense and lustrous, precious white-silver metal. A cousin of the platinum metal group, this rare metal is popular for fine metal jewelry.