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Ask the Experts Flex-Shaft Q&A
Ask the Experts Flex-Shaft Q&A
Q: I have been looking at your Rotary tool located in Metalsmithing. I am a new graduate from Jewelry Design and Repair and I'm wondering if this tool can take the place of a Flex Shaft. And if I purchased this rotary tool will it do all of the same jobs done that a flex shaft does or will I still have to purchase a Flex Shaft to do some jobs?
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Ask the Experts Gluing a Cabochon Q&A
Ask the Experts Gluing a Cabochon Q&A
Q: I have two questions: 1) How do you glue a cabochon into a setting that doesn't have a back? If I glue around the edge, I still have problems with it being too easy for the cabochon to come off. 2) Besides the metal settings that are sold, are there other ways to create a setting that would allow a cabochon to become a pendant without drilling a hole in the cabochon? Thanks.
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Ask the Experts Selling Q&A
Ask the Experts Selling Q&A
Q: Pricing: I have read and followed your suggestions on pricing, but am still unsure if I am fair, too low, or too high. I have seen some very nice work on an artist's website and found similar work priced quite low, considering the high end beads and components used. Back to square 1—how else can I determine if I am fair? Thanks for your help.
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Ask the Experts Protection Q&A
Ask the Experts Protection Q&A
Q: When I am making simple loops and otherwise finishing jewelry, my thumbnail seems to take the most abuse. Is there anything I can put over my thumbnail to keep it from damage?
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Ask the Experts Non-Tarnish Silver Wire Q&A
Ask the Experts Non-Tarnish Silver Wire Q&A
Q: What is the best silver wire to use that will not tarnish over the years? I am going to be decorating some hair combs for a wedding.
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Ask the Experts Beading Patterns Q&A
Ask the Experts Beading Patterns Q&A
Q: I have a bracelet that is made with seed beads. I want to learn to do the pattern so I can make my own. Where would you suggest I look for great patterns to learn from? thanks!
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Ask the Experts Copyrights Q&A
Ask the Experts Copyrights Q&A
Q: Sometime ago you had an article about copyright laws concerning bead patterns. I just sold a necklace that I now see the author of the pattern says it has been copyrighted--not to use for sale--I am terrified, please help.
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Ask the Experts Setting Stones in Earring Findings Q&A
Ask the Experts Setting Stones in Earring Findings Q&A
Q: I just purchased leverback earrings with settings to set stones into. I have both cabochons and faceted stones, which one is appropriate for this type of setting? Also, can you please advise how to set the stones so I'm sure they stay secure?
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Ask the Experts Painting Q&A
Ask the Experts Painting Q&A
Q: Could you tell me what paint to use on wooden beads that doesn't chip off? What varnish do you recommend to use after you paint?
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Ask the Experts Using Crimp Ends with Accu-Flex® Beading Wire Q&A
Ask the Experts Using Crimp Ends with Accu-Flex® Beading Wire Q&A
Q: I purchased Accu-Flex® beading wire and crimp ends to make bracelets. The crimp ends just fit on the end of the cord; will this be secure enough if I crimp with a crimper, or is there more to be done, maybe a drop of glue?
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Ask the Experts Metalsmithing Q&A
Ask the Experts Metalsmithing Q&A
Q: I love the look of hand hammered brass washers from the hardware store. Do you have any tricks or tools for texturing both sides?
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Christmas Tree Earrings
Christmas Tree Earrings
Gold wire swirls around sparkling Crystal Passions® beads to create the perfect holiday silhouette. This understated earring design needs only three shapes of crystal beads to make a lightweight design.
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Ask the Experts Making a Seed Bead Bezel for a Cabochon Q&A
Ask the Experts Making a Seed Bead Bezel for a Cabochon Q&A
Q: Where can I find instructions on surrounding cabochons with beads? Is there a book that I could get?
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Ask the Experts Large-Hole Beads Q&A
Ask the Experts Large-Hole Beads Q&A
Q: Is there any way to make the hole of a moderately sized bead smaller so it will work well on a headpin or Accu-Flex® beading wire?
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Ask the Experts Glass Pearls Q&A
Ask the Experts Glass Pearls Q&A
Q: I love to use vintage glass pearls in my pieces, but very often these old pearls have a coating that is flaking off. While it adds to the character of the piece, I worry that, with wear, the coating will come off entirely. Is there some way to seal the pearls to prevent more of the coating coming off? I've seen Designaseal mentioned in many of these articles--is it appropriate for glass pearls, or will it destroy the coating? Thank you!
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Ask the Experts Cabochons Q&A
Ask the Experts Cabochons Q&A
Q: Several cabochon gemstones and paua shells do not exactly fit the settings I purchased for their size. How do I shave down the edges to make them fit?
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Ask the Experts Paper Beads Q&A
Ask the Experts Paper Beads Q&A
Q: I am winding paper that is sparkly on one side and smooth on the other and when I go to glue it I can't get it to adhere and the bead becomes unwound. Help!
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Ask the Experts Design Q&A
Ask the Experts Design Q&A
Q: Is there a way to make quick-release drop earrings? In other words, can I buy one pair of earring findings and have a quick way of switching out one drop for another? Kind of like when you buy a watch face with several different colors/styles of bands?
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Ask the Experts Plating Q&A
Ask the Experts Plating Q&A
Q: I have silver tone fashion jewelry that with only a few times of wearing it, the silver tone begins to rub off. I know they will not last a lifetime, but I can only wear them a few times before they look old and faded. I know this happens because of the oils on my skin and products I use. My question is the following, is there any type of silver tone or even sterling silver finish liquid or spray or even paint that you can brush on to "refinish" these pieces and make them look new again? Thank you!
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Ask the Experts Spacer Bars Q&A
Ask the Experts Spacer Bars Q&A
Q: Hi, I am very new to beading and have run into a problem. I made a three strand bracelet and put 3 strand spacer bars (8995MB) into it. The back of the spacer bars look so lonely with the little strands of wire. Is there something I can use for that? Thank You.
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Ask the Experts Glue Removal Q&A
Ask the Experts Glue Removal Q&A
Q: I have dried glue on some of my tools. I'd like to know what to use to safely remove it. I'm also ordering your 'stuff' for dipping the tips for wireworking. When I have the tips coated, is that going to interfere with using them for future projects? If so, should I purchase a separate set?
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Ask the Experts Steel Wire Q&A
Ask the Experts Steel Wire Q&A
Q: I was surfing through a tool catalog and saw some rust- and corrosion-resistant 20 gauge x 25 foot mechanics wire with a 40 lb. maximum load capacity. It is Zinc-plated steel wire. I suppose the best question is..is it usable for jewelry and, if so, what about allergies. Thanks so much for your help.
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Ask the Experts Wire Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire Q&A
Q: What is the difference between German Craft Wire and Artistic Craft Wire and which is better?
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Ask the Experts Metal Clay Q&A
Ask the Experts Metal Clay Q&A
Q: After firing metal clay earrings, I decided to try to bend a corner of one of them, and it snapped off! Was it not fired long enough? Is there any way to make a new piece and fire it on the existing earring?
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