Discover the best hole-punching tool for your jewelry-making project with this comprehensive chart.
Gemstone Material Types
Learn all about industry names for different gemstone materials, from African "Jade" to Zebra "Jasper."
Apoxie® Color Chart
Create the perfect shade of Apoxie® Sculpt sculptural epoxy by following the measurements on this illustrated chart.
A Guide to Cutting Tools
Which hand tools cut what? This chart tells you which pliers, cutters, nippers and other tools will cut which gauges of wire, beading cable and metal sheet.
Cultural Symbols in Jewelry
Learn about cultural symbols in jewelry, including which are used in weddings, to make meaningful designs for yourself or your customers.
Wire Lengths to Make 100 Jumprings
Crafting your own jump rings is not only cost-effective but also environmentally friendly. This chart provides precise details on the amount of wire required to create jump rings in different diameters and gauges.
Firing Cubic Zirconias in Metal Clay
Cubic zirconia can spice up any metal clay design. In this chart, learn appropriate firing techniques when designing with metal clay and cubic zirconia stones.
Crimp Sizes
Keep this convenient chart handy for referencing just how many strands you can fit through different sizes of crimp tubes and beads.
Gemstone Grading
There are a lot of steps to grade a gemstone. Each step of grading focuses on a different feature and has many details that create the overall grade determination. It can be difficult to understand gemstone grades without training, so with the help of the Fire Mountain Gems and Beads gemologists we've created a chart to help clarify the basics
Suggested Terminators for Stringing Designs
Recommended terminator findings for Accu-Flex® beading wire, FireLine®, ball chain and leather cording, as well as silk and nylon thread.
Common Gemstone Groups, Species and Varieties
Clear up any confusion regarding gemstone names by using this comprehensive chart that aligns gemstone species with their corresponding trade names.
Gilders Paste®--Color on Metal
Use this visually appealing chart to determine color nuances Gilders Paste® imparts to different metals.
Precious Metal Wire Performance Results
What you can and cannot do with your precious metal wire shouldn’t have to be guesswork. Let this handy chart guide you on the dos and don’ts of working with precious metal wire.
Cord Tips Measurement Chart
This concise reference chart will help you determine the optimal size of glue-in tips for your jewelry cord.
Polishing Cloth Types and Information
Discover the perfect polishing cloth for all your jewelry-cleaning needs.
Cabochon Size and Shape Chart
This printable PDF offers easy-to-compare visuals for understanding cabochon cuts and sizes, including round, oval, heart and teardrop.
Metal Abbreviations
Learn the three-letter codes Fire Mountain Gems and Beads uses to identify the finishes on metal products with this handy chart.
Beads Per Inch Chart
Curious about the number of beads on a strand of a specific length? Let this chart crunch the numbers for you!
Kumihimo Braids
This helpful reference chart offers basic cord sizes to finished braid sizes for kumihimo--and includes additional tips for successful braiding.
Precious Metal Clay Product Information
This handy chart explains the benefits of different metal clays and how to use them. Browse the extensive list of materials for all the information you need to create your next project.
Sterling Silver-Filled Product Testing
Are sterling-silver-filled jewelry components durable? Metalsmith and jewelry designer Sarah Lupo provides the results of her tests on three distinct items.
Inside / Outside Diameter Comparison
Determine the inner diameter of a bead by referencing its outer diameter with this handy chart.
Stone Material Pronunciation Guide
Uncertain about the pronunciation of certain gemstone names? Allow our casual pronunciation guide to unravel the mystery!
Sizing Information for Chips, Hawaiian Chips, Pebbles, and Nuggets
The following measurements are approximate sizes found in chip, pebble and nugget bead strands.