Titanium
Neutral gray, lightweight metal. After manufacturing into the desired shape, such as earposts, the base metal titanium can be anodized into six colors.
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Bridge Jewelry
A category of jewelry generally thought of as the "bridge" between fine jewelry and costume jewelry. It may use vermeil, gold-filled or sterling silver metals and semi-precious stones such as amethyst, citrine, turquoise, jade, topaz, cultured freshwater pearls, garnet and others. Most bridge jewelry is artisan-made, but it can also be mass produced.
Bead
A generally hard material, in any shape and small to medium size, which contains a hole for stringing.
Troy Ounce
The "ounce" used for precious metals differs from the avoirdupois ounce, used for non-precious metal. One troy ounce = 31.1 g. One avoirdupois ounce = 28.4 g.
Sterling Silver
Items made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% copper or other alloy, proportions fixed by law. Sterling silver will "patina" in time, taking on an antique look.
Stainless Steel
Get technical with stainless steel! Uncover its composition, delve into its myriad applications in jewelry- making, and explore the diverse varieties available.
Silver-Plated
A fine silver film deposited on a base metal by electrolysis, in the same kind of electrically-charged bath used to make gold electroplate.
Station
A pendant that is the focus of a design.
Pottery Shard
Find the definition of "pottery shard."
Silver-Finished
Also called Silver Color or "washed." The base metal is brass or steel and the product is electroplated with a non-standardized thickness of silver.
Accu-Guard
A horseshoe-shaped loop of metal used to cradle and protect beading wire, thread or cord from fraying through contact with metal components such as clasps or links.
Polymer Clay
A plastic sculpting material made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), used to create jewelry beads and components.
Pewter
A metal alloy that is largely made from tin with trace elements, like copper or antimony added for hardness. Older or classic pewter contains tin while lower grades of pewter may contain lead or zinc and have a darker silver-grey color. Newer or modern pewter uses antimony or bismuth rather than lead.
Nickel Silver
An alloy, mostly containing nickel, popularized in German and Native American jewelry. Nickel silver resembles sterling silver in color, with a greyer tone.
Nickel-Plated
Items have an industry standard of .15 to .25 mils thickness of nickel which is plated to the surface of the base metal.
Preciosa Crystal Beads - Color and Effect
Discover the vibrant world of Preciosa Crystal with our handy chart! Identify, color match, and shop for the perfect crystals for your creative projects.
Crystal Passions® Flat Back Crystal - Color and Effect
Get to know the colors and effects available in Crystal Passions® flat backs with this handy reference chart.
Standard Jewelry Lengths and Number of Beads Needed
Learn how to calculate the number of beads necessary for each necklace length in this educational article.
Crystal Passions® Crystal Fancy Stones - Color and Effect Guide
Find the perfect colors and effects of Crystal Passions(TM) crystal fancy stones for your next project with this useful chart.
Crystal Passions® Crystal Pearl Colors
Use this chart to easily identify, color match and shop the different colors and effects of Crystal Passions pearls and pearl cabochons for all your projects.
Crystal Passions® Crystal Beads - Color and Effect
Use this chart to easily identify, color match and shop the different colors and effects of Crystal Passions for all your projects.
Types and Sizes of Beading Thread and Stringing Material
This chart gives you a quick overview of beading thread and stringing materials, including their sizes, types and tensile strength.
Chainmaille Weaves
Convenient chart lists a range of chainmaille weave styles, links to how-to instructions or videos, specific weave notes and more.
Stopper Beads and Chains, Cords and Wires
Can't tell which stopper beads work the best? This chart helps you determine whether your large-hole beads plus stopper beads will stay put or slide around.
Chainmaille Glossary
This one-stop-shop glossary contains all the info you'll need when it comes time to start your own chainmaille projects.
State Gemstones, Minerals and Rocks
Along with flags and mottos, individual states within the U.S. have often designated an official gemstone, mineral and/or rock.
Cancer Awareness Calendar
Find the awareness ribbon for specific types of cancer and learn what days are set aside to honor those who fight and survive.
Sealants, Coatings and Patinas on Raw Copper Wire
This handy chart shows the different effects of various patinas and coatings, so you can choose the perfect product for your projects.
Glue Types and Information
Discover the different glues used in jewelry-making and how to pick the right adhesives for your jewelry-making projects.
Niobium
Find the definition of "niobium," a special type of metal.
Colors of Gemstones, Shell and More
A range of bead materials organized into color families: black and stone, blue and purple, green and aqua, red and pink, white and clear, and more.
Grit Guide
This handy chart explains the color-coding system behind micro-mesh sanding pads.
Prometheus® Metal Clays Firing Methods
Prometheus® Metal Clay requires distinct firing methods based on the metal type and the firing method. This chart sums up the instructions for all variations and methods.
Melting Points of Metals
When hard soldering, it's important to know the melting point of the metal you're working with. Use this chart to always make sure the flow point of the solder is lower than the melting point of your metal.
Hole Punch Chart
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 Jump Rings
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 Bead Sizes for 1-3 Strand Jewelry Designs
Keep this convenient chart handy for referencing just how many strands you can fit through different sizes of crimp tubes and beads.
Gemstone Grading
Gemstone grading can be confusing! Our Fire Mountain Gems and Beads gemologists created a simple chart to explain 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.
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 do's 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.
What are the Sizes of Cord Cap Holes
Determine the perfect cord caps for your project with this straightforward and concise chart.
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