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Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: What glue should I use to glue a silver bail to a gemstone cabochon?
Ask the Experts Adhesive Q&A
Ask the Experts Adhesive Q&A
Q: When purchasing the GS Hypo Cement® adhesive, is it better to purchase two or three, or just one tube at a time? I don’t use glue very often. How long does the glue stay effective?
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Q: What is the finest size thread suitable for pearls, please?
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: I have been asked to make beaded pull chains for ceiling fans and window shades. I want to rise to this challenge, but how can I make something secure enough to handle the force? I appreciate your advice.
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: When ordering silver-toned O rings, how can you get the bright silver tone versus the darker silver tone, without buying sterling silver? I have bought many silver-toned O rings, and the majority of them are kind of gray. Thank you.
Ask the Experts Ankle Bracelet Q&A
Ask the Experts Ankle Bracelet Q&A
Q: How long should anklets be?
Ask the Experts Tools Q&A
Ask the Experts Tools Q&A
Q: I need someone to contact me with hands-on experience and knowledge on how to properly use eyelet and rivet pliers (4065TL). I want to use them to set 3.5mm eyelets. The tutorial isn't clear on the proper orientation of the eyelet when crimping.
Ask the Experts Adhesive Q&A
Ask the Experts Adhesive Q&A
Q: I looked on your site to purchase Pascofix adhesive but could not find it. Does it go by another name?
Ask the Experts Mounts and Settings Q&A
Ask the Experts Mounts and Settings Q&A
Q: I'd like to make 3- or 4-strand chokers with a cabochon in the center of the strands. Other than wire wrapping, is there any setting that will allow me to do this?
Ask the Experts Suncatcher Q&A
Ask the Experts Suncatcher Q&A
Q: What material is best for making a beaded crystal suncatcher?
Ask the Experts Wire Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire Q&A
Q: Can I make earring wires from stainless steel wire? If so, explain the challenges and what gauge wire to use. Will it harden when hammered?
Ask the Experts Tools Q&A
Ask the Experts Tools Q&A
Q: I have split-ring pliers. They work fine for keyring size, but when you get down to 4mm or 5mm rings, the pliers only open the ring a little, and I can't keep them open wide enough to insert my focal. I've tried sliding the ring up the shaft of the pliers to open it farther, but then the beginning of the ring closes down, and I can't slip my focal in. Any ideas?
Ask the Experts Wire Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire Q&A
Q: I’m making wire-wrapped glass stud earrings. What gauge and wire type is best? I’d like to use sterling silver. Would half-hard be sturdy enough for an earring back?
Moonstone, Pink/Peach
Moonstone, Pink/Peach
Discover the history, meaning and unique beauty of pink and peach moonstone—from its ancient associations with love and intuition to its gentle shimmer and design potential in modern jewelry-making.
Turquoise, African
Turquoise, African
Explore the vibrant, grounding beauty of African "Turquoise"—a jasper celebrated for its turquoise-like patterns and transformative energy.
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: I want to use copper spacers and clasps in some of my necklaces, and wonder if when people wear them, will their skin turn green? Is it okay to mix gold and copper?
Ask the Experts Earwires Q&A
Ask the Experts Earwires Q&A
Q: Can you make your own ear wires out of gold-filled wire? Or does work hardening and using a burr-cup tool on the end ruin it? I don't know how to get ready-made gold-filled earring wires & findings that are the same gold tone as my gold-filled wire.
Ask the Experts Rondelles Q&A
Ask the Experts Rondelles Q&A
Q: What size rondelle do I use with a 12mm bead?
Ask the Experts Cabochons Q&A
Ask the Experts Cabochons Q&A
Q: I purchased a couple gorgeous cabochons online that are smaller than I expected (14x23mm). I’m not talented enough to wire-wrap something that small, and I can’t find a cabochon setting that will fit them. What should I do?
Ask the Experts Wire Working Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire Working Q&A
Q: How do you use a draw plate? Looking for a tool to keep wires in place when wrapping.
Ask the Experts Packaging Q&A
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.
Ask the Experts Seed Beading Q&A
Ask the Experts Seed Beading Q&A
Q: What can you put on a seed bead project when it is finished? Is there a liquid?
Ask the Experts Apparel Q&A
Ask the Experts Apparel Q&A
Q: I need instructions on making hat pins, please.
Ask the Experts Knotting Q&A
Ask the Experts Knotting Q&A
Q: I made a 4mm sterling silver bead elastic bracelet. What is the best way to hide the knot? The hole in the bead is too small to hide the knot. Do I use a 4mm crimp bead, put it over the knot and then use a 4mm sterling crimp cover? Would the beads all look the same once completed? Thanks so much.
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Q: I need basic instructions on how to make stretch bracelets. I live in Puerto Rico and the heat and humidity play havoc on the stretch elastic. What is the strongest and best to use?
Ask the Experts Shell Q&A
Ask the Experts Shell Q&A
Q: I have two matching huge giant clam shells. They lived outside my parents’ house in Kent in the wind and rain for 50 years and kept the beautiful mother-of-pearl inside. After some years outside here in Bristol, they have lost the mother-of-pearl, except where the rainwater has collected. What might have caused this? Can the mother-of-pearl be restored on the rest of the shell or is it destroyed and lost forever?
Ask the Experts Wire Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire Q&A
Q: I am interested in making mobiles. I have used wire from hardware stores but would like to upgrade. Can you suggest a medium-grade wire for this purpose? I’m also concerned with changing color and rust.
Ask the Experts Wire Working Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire Working Q&A
Q: Which wire hardness would be best for making roses for a necklace or bracelet?
Ask the Experts Jump Rings Q&A
Ask the Experts Jump Rings Q&A
Q: If I have jump rings that say they're made of "iron alloy," can they be soldered?
Ask the Experts Pendants Q&A
Ask the Experts Pendants Q&A
Q: I’ve been looking everywhere for pendant settings with dogs or paws. I’ve found owls, turtles, dolphins, cats but no dogs. Doesn’t seem like they exist. Is there a way to make them?
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Q: Are turquoise heishi beads made from a solid piece of turquoise or out of ground turquoise and resin? Thank you
The Therapeutic Art of Beading
The Therapeutic Art of Beading
Discover how the simple act of beading can become a powerful tool for mindfulness, relaxation and emotional well-being.
Jasper, Dragon Blood
Jasper, Dragon Blood
Dragon blood jasper, thought by some to impart courage to its wearer, may help you face the "dragons" in your life.
Castlecore
Castlecore
Castlecore is an invitation to step into a world of history and fantasy, from intricate jewelry to statement accessories and medieval-inspired décor.
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: What size ( interior size) of end cap do I use to solder on the ends of a 1mm snake chain? Thank you for responding to my question.
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: I noticed there are so many sizes of crimps. Sometimes when I use the crimp that is designated on the various types of wire I have they still pull off or where off and then the item breaks. Why does this happen I always double check it and give it a tug and figure it is fine. What is going wrong?
Ask the Experts Wire-Working Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire-Working Q&A
Q: I would very much like to start making simple wire ring designs. What shape(s), gauge(s), and tools etc. do you recommend please. Thank you so very much for your time and help!
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: How do you determine the size slide clasp to use?
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Q: I am very new to beading. What type and size of product are best to use for most beading?
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: I love your design ideas for earrings on fishhook ear wires. Is there a way to create the same designs on an earstud-type earring?
Ask the Experts Metalsmithing Q&A
Ask the Experts Metalsmithing Q&A
Q: If I'm creating a silver pendant for a flat back cabochon and have soldered on a bezel setting to a backplate, how do I set decorative faceted gems around it? I've used flat back smooth round cabs with bezel cups soldered on, but want to use faceted gemstones that have a point at the back, 4mm. Do I put something in the bezel cup, or make a hole in the backplate? Or something else?
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Q: Will seed beads fit on necklace memory wire?
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Ask the Experts Stringing Q&A
Q: I have 10mm Opal Beads - I'm looking to put a gold spacer bead between them - I want to keep this necklace elegant - What would you suggest to the size of the gold spacer bead to look the best?
Ask the Experts Freshwater Pearls Q&A
Ask the Experts Freshwater Pearls Q&A
Q: I would like to make some fancy freshwater pearl necklaces and bracelets. However, I don’t know which wire to choose (22 gauge? 7 strands? 19 or 49?). Could you please help me out? What would be the best wire for freshwater pearls jewelry making? Many thanks in advance
Ask the Experts Metal Beads Q&A
Ask the Experts Metal Beads Q&A
Q: Hi!! I'd like to purchase some gold and silver spacer beads, but I'd like to make sure they do not tarnish. What is my most affordable option? Thank you!
Ask the Experts Crystal Q&A
Ask the Experts Crystal Q&A
Q: I have a vintage piece of jewelry where a pear shape crystal 15x10mm has most of the foil back removed. I purchased a 14x9mm pear shape from Fire Mountain, but it is too small. Is there any way to replace the foil backing on the original? Did not see where Fire Mountain has the size I need.
Jeweled Eggs
Jeweled Eggs
Decorating eggs is an ancient tradition. Use crystal flat backs, metal leaf, mica powders and more to channel your inner Fabergé to create bejeweled eggs.
Ask the Experts Magnets Q&A
Ask the Experts Magnets Q&A
Q: Do magnets lose their strength over time?
Ask the Experts Bead Looming Q&A
Ask the Experts Bead Looming Q&A
Q: I would like to buy a bead loom and make wall hangings. Are there patterns available? And where can I find more information for this type of project?
Ask the Experts Storage Q&A
Ask the Experts Storage Q&A
Q: Will anti-tarnish bags also work on metal alloys or only on silver, gold and copper? Many of the beads, bead caps and other findings are made of a type of alloy and tend to "tarnish" after a time. Will the anti-tarnish bags stop or slow the process down on those also? Thank you.
Ask the Experts Stringing Length Q&A
Ask the Experts Stringing Length Q&A
Q: Is there a standard length for lanyard-style eyeglass holders, either with a central loop or with the earpiece loops?
Ask the Experts Wire Q&A
Ask the Experts Wire Q&A
Q: Which gauge wire can be used with size 6/0 seed beads?
Ask the Experts Drilling Q&A
Ask the Experts Drilling Q&A
Q: How do I drill a hole in mini crystal chips? It’s too small to be held in place.
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Q: I recently emailed you a question on what size beading bracelet thread should be when using 8mm beads. I am inquiring again. Thank you.
Symbols in Jewelry from Every Continent
Symbols in Jewelry from Every Continent
From ancient amulets to modern designs, jewelry carries history in every piece. Explore how a selection of global symbols shapes the jewelry we wear today.
Creating One-of-a-Kind Bead Mosaics
Creating One-of-a-Kind Bead Mosaics
Learn how to create your own bead mosaic artwork with expert tips from bead mosaic artist Sabrina Frey.
10 Signs That You're Ready to Start Selling Your Jewelry
10 Signs That You're Ready to Start Selling Your Jewelry
Discover the top signs that show you're ready to start selling your jewelry and share your creativity with the world.
Hidden Gems: Designing with Rhinestones
Hidden Gems: Designing with Rhinestones
Explore the beauty and versatility of rhinestones as a stylish and creative choice for jewelry designs, offering a brilliant alternative to faceted gems.
Quartz, Rutilated
Quartz, Rutilated
Discover rutilated quartz, a stunning quartz variety with golden or silver rutile inclusions, known for its energy-amplifying and clarity-enhancing properties.
Ask the Experts Bead Huggers Q&A
Ask the Experts Bead Huggers Q&A
Q: What can I use to secure a seed beaded bead I made? It’s an inch long and 2mm hole. I’m putting it on a silver 2mm tube, but it slides around. Does your company make bead huggers big enough to go onto the tube? What would you suggest?
Ask the Experts Polishing Q&A
Ask the Experts Polishing Q&A
Q: I have a large labradorite bead that lost its glossy finish when I polished the necklace it's set in. Is there any way to restore the shine without taking it to a jeweler? Thanks.
Ask the Experts Bails Q&A
Ask the Experts Bails Q&A
Q: I have a 36-inch gold plate rope chain 2.5mm thick, and I want to attach a 1x2-inch pendant that consists of my initials. A tiny hole is attached to the top center of the pendant. I need some help finding an inexpensive bail that will hold the pendant steady as I wear it. Would appreciate any help! Thanks.
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