Jewelry Making Resources | Fire Mountain Gems and Beads

Ask the Experts Packaging Q&A

Q: I try to make jewelry look nice in a gift box, but I know that as soon as someone moves the box around, the pieces won't stay the way I arranged them. A long time ago, I think I read about sticky dots or something similar to make the jewelry stay where it should. Do you have any additional information or suggestions to make jewelry stay put? Thanks.

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Ask the Experts Storing Metal Findings Q&A

Q: Should you store metal findings out of their original packages or is it best to leave them in the packages? I inadvertently left a lot of mine out of their packages and in drawers of the little plastic cabinets I was storing them in. Oddly some of both were in good shape and others not so much. Can you advise as to which is recommended?

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Presentation Box and Earring Set

Bead caps form perfect layered skirts for these angel earrings. Dress up your holiday packaging with these charmers, adorned with red and green Hemptique® cord.

Design Idea QM2B

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Choosing Your Displays and Packaging

Branding your jewelry line impacts everything from your display presentation to the packaging your customers take home. Curious about how? Read on to find out!

DIY Branded Packaging: Create Your Own Branded Packaging

The right packaging for your jewelry can make a big impact that keeps people coming back. Find tips on branding and packaging for business success in this article.

Proper Packaging Pays Off

After your creations are packaged in a pretty manner it's time to ship them to their destination. Explore this article for practical ways to keep product safe during transit.

Wrap Up Holiday Sales with Style

Holiday packaging is an essential but often overlooked part of the jewelry gift experience. Make sure your products look their best in customer-convenient gift wrap.

Ask the Experts Cloisonne Q&A

Q: I have purchased several cloisonne pendant sets from you. The package states that cloisonne contains lead enamel glaze. I made a choker out of one of the pendants that rests against my bare neck, but today I read an article that says wearing cloisonne next to the skin is radioactive and dangerous. Is this true?

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Ask the Experts Holiday Gift Planning Q&A

Q: When preparing for the holidays, how far out should I be presenting holiday designs? Thanks for your help.

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Ask the Experts Metal Clay Q&A

Q: I had some left over Art Clay and wrapped it back into the original packaging. When I went to work with it again a few weeks later, it crumbled. I added some water and put it back in the packaging but it is still in pieces. Can you suggest another way of reconstituting it?

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Gift Box

Add some seaside flair to beach-themed packaging with aquamarine crystals and seashell charms.

Design Idea H70F

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Gift Box

Heart-shaped flat-back rhinestones dress up your packaging, giving it a special "made with love" vibe.

Design Idea H112

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Gift Box

Packaging doesn't need to be plain. Add a bit of nature with a beautiful topper featuring enameled butterflies and acrylic leaves.

Design Idea J303

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Gift Box

Forget wrapping paper. Decorate a gift box for packaging that's both reusable and adorable.

Design Idea NH29

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