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Adhesive
Adhesive
(see also Glue) A liquid, semi-liquid, gel or film that adheres or bonds items together. E-6000® and G-S Hypo cement are adhesives.
Collar
Collar
A broad, choker-like necklace of three or more strands that fit snugly on the neck. Length is 14 to 17 inches. Known as a plaque de cou if it has a front clasp.
Dead Soft
Dead Soft
A term used for wire that is extremely malleable and can be bent easily into a myriad of shapes.
Add-a-Bead Clasp
Add-a-Bead Clasp
A clasp narrow enough to allow large-hole beads to slide over the clasp and onto the chain or cord. Can include Bayonet Clasp or Bead Clasp styles.
Dichroic Glass
Dichroic Glass
A glass material containing ultra-thin layers of metal oxides. The micro-layers create different layers and patterns of light refraction within the glass.
Czech Glass
Czech Glass
Glass, usually in the form of beads, created in the Czech Republic. Also called Bohemian glass or Bohemian crystal.
Ceylon
Ceylon
The use of Ceylon before a bead color name indicates the addition of a luster coating or the inside coloring of an opalescent bead.
Cowrie/Cowry Shell
Cowrie/Cowry Shell
A shell, commonly white but also available in colors and patterns, which is smooth and glossy with a long, narrow, slit-like opening.
Using Spacer Bars in Multi-Strand Designs
Using Spacer Bars in Multi-Strand Designs
Spacer bars are a great way to bring structure—and style!—to your multi-strand jewelry creations. Expert jewelry designer Tammy Honaman shows how they work in this video.
A Complete Guide to Jooltool™
A Complete Guide to Jooltool™
View in-depth how-to videos courtesy of Jooltool™ and renowned mixed media artist Lisa Pavelka that unveil the magic behind the Jooltool polishing system. Also find a helpful guide to Jooltool disc attachments.
How to Repair and Polish Jewelry
How to Repair and Polish Jewelry
Discover the art of repairing and polishing jewelry with ease, using 3M discs and the Jooltool buffing system for a flawless finish.
Forming Complex Wire Shapes
Forming Complex Wire Shapes
Although jewelry wire is often used to support other components, it can also take center stage. Learn how to make sculptural wire pendants in this informative video with jewelry designer Sandra Lupo.
How to Polish Glass
How to Polish Glass
Learn the art of polishing glass jewelry effortlessly using grinding wheel discs with the Jooltool™ sharpening and polishing system in this insightful tutorial by Jooltool.
How to Lap and Polish Jewelry
How to Lap and Polish Jewelry
Learn the art of jewelry lapping and polishing using the Jooltool™ sharpening and polishing system in this informative tutorial.
Fine jewelry
Fine jewelry
Fine jewelry is jewelry that uses at least 14Kt gold or other precious metals and precious gems like diamonds, sapphires, rubies or emeralds.
Forming Basic Wire Shapes
Forming Basic Wire Shapes
Handmade wire components can take any jewelry design from "okay" to "wow!". Learn how to make an S-clasp, pendant hanger and bead cage with this how-to video with renowned metalsmith Sandra Lupo.
Finding
Finding
A jewelry-making term for any metal component used to connect and/or assemble jewelry.
Flux
Flux
A liquid or paste used in metal soldering. Flux lowers the temperature of the metal surfaces to increase bonding and protect them from oxidization.
How to Use Magnifiers
How to Use Magnifiers
Discover the art of using magnifiers in this informative video guide.
Cat's Eye (Glass)
Cat's Eye (Glass)
(also called Fiber Optic Glass) Created with manmade fiber optic glass, cat's eye refracts light in a way reminiscent of the oblong center of a cat's eye. This center appearance of movement is caused by chatoyance, which is defined as changeable luster or shine.
Flush-Cutting Pliers
Flush-Cutting Pliers
Pliers used to trim headpins, eyepins, wire-wrapping wire and cable-style beading wire. The outside surface of the curved blades creates a flat, flush cut.
Cathedral Glass
Cathedral Glass
Made by pressing glass into a steel mold, coating with color, then grinding and polishing every facet. The color coating remains on the ends of the beads.
Costume Jewelry
Costume Jewelry
A category of jewelry is generally thought of as jewelry made from base metals, glass, plastics and other synthetics. It may also be comprised of shell, wood and other organic materials. Costume jewelry can be artisan-made or mass produced.
Crystal (Quartz)
Crystal (Quartz)
(see also Quartz Crystal) Naturally occurring quartz in its clear or colorless form.
Making Head Pins from Wire
Making Head Pins from Wire
It is easier than you might think! Follow along with this video to learn how to make four fancy head pin shapes.
How to Clean Jewelry
How to Clean Jewelry
Learn how to safely and effectively clean your jewelry using the right polishing cloths, liquid cleaners and maintenance tips to keep your pieces looking their best.
Riveting With a Tube or Crimp Tube
Riveting With a Tube or Crimp Tube
Learn the art of riveting with tubes or crimp tubes, a cold-joining technique that securely brings metal pieces together, creating a strong bond with flared ends and a precise hole – a crucial skill for your jewelry-making journey.
Sizing Rings on a Ring Mandrel
Sizing Rings on a Ring Mandrel
Jewelry-making expert Tammy Honaman demonstrates how to size ring bands without stones by using a ring mandrel and a hammer.
Creating and Designing with Links
Creating and Designing with Links
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to use sew-on components as bracelet links.
Wrapping Stones and Beads with Half-Round Wire
Wrapping Stones and Beads with Half-Round Wire
Renowned jewelry artist Sandra Lupo demonstrates how to wire wrap a freeform stone in this video tutorial that also has written instructions so you can follow along whichever way you want.
Adding French Wire and Clasp to Silk Thread
Adding French Wire and Clasp to Silk Thread
Learn how to expertly incorporate French wire and clasps onto silk thread to elevate your jewelry designs.
Using an Ice-Pick Bail
Using an Ice-Pick Bail
Ice-pick bails may sound complicated, but using them isn’t! Learn how easy they are to use with pendants and other drilled components in this video.
Using Banding Pliers to Wire Wrap a Crystal Passions® Fancy Stone
Using Banding Pliers to Wire Wrap a Crystal Passions® Fancy Stone
Banding pliers are an essential tool for wireworking; learn how to use them to wrap stones in this informative video by Wyatt White.
What Are Promo Beads?
What Are Promo Beads?
Discover the benefits of promo beads. These affordable, top-selling beads are promotional-quality gemstones that are typically C-grade quality with occasional surface or drilling imperfections.
How to Anneal Metal
How to Anneal Metal
Learn about annealing metal with award winning jewelry artist Lisa Pavelka. Includes tips on working with butane torches.
How to Make Your Own Jump Rings
How to Make Your Own Jump Rings
Award-winning author, designer and instructor Lisa Pavelka is here to walk you through making your own jump rings from scratch! Learn several different tips on jump ring making.
How To Use Resin
How To Use Resin
Love the look of resin, but aren’t sure how to get started? Tammy Honaman demonstrates the beginning processes of resin in this video tutorial.
Polishing Metal with Lisa Pavelka
Polishing Metal with Lisa Pavelka
Finishing and polishing metal is an artform. Lisa Pavelka, jewelry-making expert, demonstrates how to select the right tools and products to get the job done correctly.
How to Make Sterling Silver French Ear Wire
How to Make Sterling Silver French Ear Wire
Follow along as Lisa Pavelka, award-winning jewelry designer and author, demonstrates how to make French-style ear wires in sterling silver.
Fire Mountain Gems and Beads® Color Forecast
Fire Mountain Gems and Beads® Color Forecast
Inspired by a global panel of fashion insiders and style industry experts, our custom Color Forecast Reports give you a sneak peek at the color trends of upcoming fashion seasons.
Dangle Earrings: Jump Ring Solder Techniques
Dangle Earrings: Jump Ring Solder Techniques
Follow along as Lisa Pavelka, award winning designer, artist and author, shows you the basics to soldering jump rings.
10 Common Gemstones
10 Common Gemstones
Learn about the 10 most common gemstones used by jewelry makers. Join Joel and Dev as they discuss gemstones, their origins and other nifty facts.
Making Jump Rings with Jump Ring Mandrels
Making Jump Rings with Jump Ring Mandrels
You can learn how to make your own jump rings! Sandra Lupo, metalsmithing expert, shows how to use wire and a mandrel to form these jewelry-making powerhouses.
Product Spotlight: Boss' Bead Bag
Product Spotlight: Boss' Bead Bag
Discover the endless design possibilities of the Boss' Bead Bag as jewelry designer Rose creates an eclectic Bohemian-style bracelet from miscellaneous pieces.
Firing Metal Clay with a Butane Torch
Firing Metal Clay with a Butane Torch
Award-winning artist Lisa Pavelka shares terminology, techniques and safety tips for firing metal clay with a butane torch.
How to Clean Jewelry with Liquid Cleaners
How to Clean Jewelry with Liquid Cleaners
Join us in this informative video where we explore the art of cleaning jewelry using liquid cleaners.
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