Glue Types and Information
Discover the different glues used in jewelry-making and how to pick the right adhesives for your jewelry-making projects.
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Essential Resources
Niobium
A hypoallergenic metal first made to protect space vehicles from extreme conditions. After manufacturing, the base metal niobium is anodized to create 6 colors.
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 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
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.
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.
Cord Cap Hole Sizes
Determine the perfect cord caps for your project with this straightforward and concise chart.
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!