Fishes that have a neutral grey background with bluish or purplish tinges, sometimes referred to as "black chrome." Its name derives from a particular alloy of copper, bronze and zinc, which was originally used in gunmaking, though many alloys currently use the gunmetal designation as it is currently based on appearance. The original alloy (also known as "red brass," patinaed over time to a near-black shade of grey. Gunmetal alloy is resistant to corrosion from steam and salt water. There are many alloys called "gunmetal."

Also called essence d'orient. A crystalline substance extracted from fish scales and combined with acrylic resins. Used to make imitation pearls. In better imitations, the essence is applied over opaline glass beads; in cheaper imitations, over plastic beads. Discovered in 1565 by Jaquin, a French manufacturer of rosaries, when he accidentally dipped some pearls into water in which he had washed fish. Refined versions today produce spectacular results.

Follow along with Sue Ripsch, renowned chainmaille artist, as she walks through the steps to create what she calls Sputnik earrings, a pair of chain mail earrings made with various jumprings and a bicone bead.

This design is called "Thrill of the Fight," but there's no struggle involved in making your own version when you follow our step-by-step instructions.

Polymer clay guru Christi Friesen calls this little doggo a lump mutt. See how to make this adorable new pet using polymer clay— complete with perked ears, studded collar and little red tongue. Written instructions included below video.

Lisa Pavelka, mixed media artist extraordinaire, shows how easy it is to give any flat surface a glass-like effect for jewelry making, even if it doesn’t have a bezel wall, thanks to the self-leveling UV resin called Magic-Glos®.

(also called Cat's Eye Glass) This glass gets its name from its similarity to Cat's Eye Quartz and the unique way the two materials refract light. The whitish "eye" or line resembles the oblong center of a cat's eye.

Glass, usually in the form of beads, created in the Czech Republic. Also called Bohemian glass or Bohemian crystal.

Cat's eye glass refracts light in an oblong like the pupil in a cat's eye. The appearance of movement is called chatoyance, a changeable luster or shine.

A cultured pearl originally non-nucleated, grown in a freshwater mussel from Lake Biwa in Japan. Only those actually produced there should be called Biwas; others are simply called freshwater cultured pearls.

An off-loom bead-weaving technique. In brick stitch, beads are woven in a pattern like a brick wall. Also called Cheyenne or Comanche stitch.

Colorful sugar skulls, called calavera, are a staple in Día de los Muertos celebrations. This rainbow calavera is adding some wonderful color to a stainless steel chain.

Calling on inspiration from ancient Egyptian jewelry trends, Ezartesa found a beautiful balance of classic meets modern with her seamless blend of color and geometric shapes.

Radiate warmth while wearing this jewelry set. Cubic zirconia beads and drops in rich tones call to mind hot summer days and cozy campfire evenings.

Peridot chips dangling within elegant curved frames call out to East Asian architecture and design, forming a set that's both aesthetically and symbolically pleasing.

Call this design a fine specimen. Experiment with custom metal shapes and the organic patterns of extinct creatures to create your own fossilized fashion.

Cubic zirconia drops with AB finish call to mind the northern lights over a frozen landscape, beautifully accented with sterling silver.

(also called Accu-Guard™ or wire protector) A horseshoe-shaped loop of metal used to cradle and protect beading wire, thread or cord from fraying through contact with metal components such as clasps or links.

Alloys with heavy tin or lead content, such as pewter. Also called Britannia metal or tin plate. One of the most commonly used metals in costume jewelry.

A glass bead in the style of the glass artists of Venice. Venetian glass beads are famous for their color, craftsmanship and quality. Also called Murano glass.

Also called Gold Color or "washed." The base metal is brass or steel and the product is electroplated with a non-standardized thickness of gold.

Also called Silver Color or "washed." The base metal is brass or steel and the product is electroplated with a non-standardized thickness of silver.

Anita Kozinko combines her love for dollhouses and beading in this jaw-dropping "Crystal Retreat." Piece by piece, Anita embroidered this exquisite creation from the foundation up, resulting in a beautifully decorated domicile any doll would be proud to call home.

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