Polishing Cloth Types and Information
Discover the perfect polishing cloth for all your jewelry-cleaning needs.
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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!
Firing Gemstones and Natural Stones in Art Clay®
Do you want to add gemstones to your metal clay designs? This chart provides information on the stones that can be safely fired with Art Clay® and which stones should be avoided.
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.
Trolleite
Delve into the rich history, metaphysical properties, and captivating lore of trolleite gemstones, and discover inspiring design suggestions to integrate this beautiful stone into your jewelry creations.
Types of Bead Tips
Give your beaded jewelry a professional finish with bead tips. This informative chart illustrates the three common types of bead tips and their functions.
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.
Jeweler Saw Blade Sizes and Information
Unlock precision in your craft with our Jeweler Saw Blades – your key to flawless cuts! Tailor-made for different materials, ensuring perfection in every saw. Follow the 3-tooth rule for optimal performance. Gauge thickness with B and S for impeccable results.
Shape Chart - Gemstone, Coral and Pearl Beads
Gemstone, coral and pearl beads are available in numerous natural and manmade shapes. Learn the name for each shape and how each is strung in this chart.
The Greek Alphabet Chart
Eager to infuse the timeless charm of the Greek alphabet into your jewelry designs? This chart will assist you in easily identifying each letter.
Seed Bead Finishes and Treatment Durability
How long do finishes last on Miyuki seed beads? Miyuki shared their durability information using this chart. See below for descriptions of each finish.
Delica® Color Durability Chart
Curious about methods for preserving the vibrancy of your Delica® bead jewelry? Look no further—this chart provides a comprehensive guide to maintaining their brilliance!
Metric Conversions
Easily navigate inches, millimeters, and centimeters for seamless crafting success and precision in your designs.
Number of Yards Per Spool
Discover the perfect length for your creative projects! From delicate OO silk thread to robust 4mm satin cord, explore our spool sizes for every crafting need.
Number of Beads Per 16-Inch Strand
Use this convenient chart to determine approximately how many beads of each type and shape are on a 16-inch strand.
Seed Beads Per Package
Seed bead counts for every style of round seed beads, as well as shaped beads such as magatama, bugle, fringe and more.
Needle Size Chart
Easy-to-follow chart gives suggestions for which needles can be used when working with a range of bead types.
Cultured Freshwater Pearl Grading Guide
Cultivated Elegance: Navigate the world of cultured freshwater pearls with our comprehensive grading guide, including the meticulous standards of mainland Chinese pearl traders.
Styles of Jewelry Chain
Untangle any confusion over chains. We show you 38 styles of chain, how each looks, a description and alternate name for the chain.
Faceted Gemstone Weight and Size Charts
Different gemstone materials have different weights - find estimated weights for different sizes of faceted gemstones in this handy chart.
Gemstone Size and Ruler Chart
This printable PDF offers easy-to-compare visuals for understanding gemstone cuts and sizes, as well as a small millimeter/inch gauge.
Treatment Guide
This invaluable chart explains the abbreviations used by Fire Mountain Gems to designate treated or enhanced gemstones.
Printable Seed Bead Graph Paper
Seed beading can be a challenging yet rewarding experience, especially when making your own patterns. With these free, printable PDF patterns, your experience can be even better.
Rhinestone Conversion Chart
Easily convert stone sizes to millimeter and inch size ranges for designing using this handy chart about SS and PP sizes conversions.
Seed Bead Sizes
Find the right seed bead size and get hole size information at a glance with this handy seed bead chart.
Mohs Scale of Hardness
Check out our comprehensive chart for insights into the hardness of popular gem materials. Delve into the beauty and resilience of these precious stones!
Wire Gauge to Inches and Millimeters Conversion
Conveniently determine the diameter, in inches or millimeters, of wire gauges from 10 to 38 gauge.
Gemstone Cleaning Chart
Follow the guidelines in this Gemstone Cleaning Chart to properly care for and clean your gemstone beads and jewelry.
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