Jewelry Making Resources | Fire Mountain Gems and Beads

Bracelet

Revitalize your look with our beautifully crafted Hemptique® light blue polished hemp crochet bracelet, accentuated by alluring sea "opal" glass beads, showcasing a captivating translucent to semitranslucent radiance.

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NO Rules for Making and Wearing Jewelry

Rules, schmules! This fun and informative article takes five outdated jewelry and fashion guidelines and turns them on their heads.

Barrette

Infuse your style with subtle sophistication using this barrette crafted from imitation rhodium-finished steel. It features a brown, flat leather cord with a unique heartbeat pattern design and is accented with nickel-plated brass eyelets, exuding elegance with every wear.

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Pricing Your Jewelry Designs

Figuring out a pricing structure is difficult, but vital to your business. This article provides the information you need to ensure you’re not selling yourself short.

Rogue Winterfest

Discover how Fire Mountain Gems supports three local mental health organizations through their involvement in Rogue Winterfest.

Something Other: Non-Traditional Uses for Jewelry Findings

Explore new ways to use jewelry findings with this article all about alternative uses for everything from bead caps to safety pins.

Americana Accessories

Showing patriotic pride isn't just for Memorial Day or the 4th of July. Tribute the red, white and blue any day by wearing jewelry inspired by Old Glory.

Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

This silver-strung lariat-style necklace and earring set features striking tigereye accents for style that reflects both simplicity and elegance.

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Single-Strand Necklace

Complete your style with our exquisite delicate necklace, featuring a gold-finished filigree chain embellished with stunning Crystal Passions® beads in rose, crystal clear, and Capri blue, complemented by a touch of gold-finished detailing for a truly refined look.

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Single-Strand Necklace

Indulge in elegance with this 14Kt gold-filled triple rope necklace, showcasing a single dyed cultured freshwater semi-round Pearl adorned with a silver peacock hue. It's complemented by a captivating Crystal Passions® amethyst shimmer faceted rondelle, beautifully accented with gold details for a touch of luxury.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

Embrace the enchanting allure of the sea with this beach wedding necklace and earring set. Featuring an opalite glass donut focal, rhinestone cupchain for added bling and pressed glass seashell beads, it's the perfect accessory to celebrate your special day by the shore.

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Ask the Experts Wire-Wrapping Q&A

Q: Which precious metal wire forms the best, and does it hold its shape?

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Ask the Experts Cord Coils Q&A

Q: How do you secure cord coils to rubber cord? The fit is pretty tight, but is there some way to secure it further? Thanks.

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Earrings

The royal hues of amethyst combine with the sparkles of tiny marcasite stones set in large sterling silver beads. This vintage style, so popular in the 1920s, is back on-trend for another decade of 2020's.

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Earrings

Gracefully dangle in style with these exquisite earrings featuring pressed glass beads in opaque light bronze and translucent clear moons, suspended elegantly on delicate chains.

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Single-Strand Necklace

Revitalize your look with this stunning sterling silver drop necklace, adorned with radiant cubic zirconia in August's Peridot, December's Blue Topaz, and February's Amethyst. The elegant pendants hang delicately from a sterling silver chain, complemented by refined sterling silver accents and a secure jump ring for a touch of sophistication.

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Earrings

Indulge in timeless elegance with these antiqued sterling silver earrings that showcase delicate baby shoe charms, lustrous Pearls, and Crystal Passions® Rosaline beads, complemented by the shimmering Crystal Passions® Crystal AB rondelles for a touch of exquisite sophistication.

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Earrings

Refresh your look with these elegant drop earrings featuring hand-cut dyed garnet, natural amethyst, and peridot beads, accented with sterling silver for a touch of sophistication.

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earrings Set

Discover how to create this stunning ocean-hued crystal pearl necklace and earring set with these easy-to-follow instructions.

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Bracelet

Wide spacer bars and gemstone beads warm up the cool silvery tones of this bold bracelet design, while the toggle clasp gives it a secure finish.

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The Power of Color in Jewelry: What Color Messages are You Sending?

Learn how color can be a valuable tool in your jewelry-making endeavors.

Earrings

Cascade earrings are an ongoing trend that stays fresh, with new colors, lengths, materials and styles. Enjoy the bright colors and signature sparkle of Crystal Passions® bicone beads in this pair.

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Memory Wire Bracelet

This elegant bracelet shines with gold- and silver-plated beads, elevated by the luxe touch of French twist wire.

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Single-Strand Necklace

Add a touch of grace and elegance with this exquisite gold-plated brass necklace and earring set. The set features delicate dragonfly charms and a stunning alphabet letter 'A' charm, suspended from a chain crafted in gold-finished brass with faceted ball and crimped rondelle accents, imparting a sophisticated allure to your ensemble.

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