The Benefits of Stainless Steel for Jewelry Design
Explore the benefits and properties of this sturdy and stylish metal.
Tigertail™
A braided stainless steel cable-style wire used for jewelry-making, with a nylon coating against corrosion, and stiff enough to be strung without a needle.
Secrets to Cutting Memory Wire
Memory wire is a favorite jewelry wire for quick bead stringing projects, but you need a special tool to cut the stainless steel so your wire (and pliers!) aren't damaged.
Intro to Jump Rings
Jewelry-making expert Tamara Honaman shares how handy and versatile jump rings are for connecting components.
Carbon Steel
A type of steel that contains carbon, with other alloys making up a trace portion. This term is also used generically to refer to steel that's not stainless.
Stainless Steel
Get technical with stainless steel! Uncover its composition, delve into its myriad applications in jewelry- making, and explore the diverse varieties available.