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Add Permanent Bracelets to Your Jewelry Collection
Permanent bracelets have taken off! Easily add this fun experience to your jewelry business offerings with these tips.
Read MoreJeweler’s Resources – Conversion Charts & Reference
Keeping track of all the weights, measurements, sizes, etc. that are needed to work in the jewelry industry can be a hassle, so we compiled this list for you so you have one less thing to worry about! Jeweler's Conversion Chart
Read MoreSpring Rings: All you Need to Know
Learn everything you need to about spring ring clasps to help you make an informed decision. This post covers the construction, the benefits, and tips for the proper care and usage.
Read Moreby Erica Stice
A Jeweler's Guide to Essential Beading Findings
Learn about beading findings in our educational jewelry guide! When you are beginning beading, the lingo can be overwhelming. Learn the essential vocabulary and common components you will need. Choose the right beading wire, clasps, headpins, and more for your next beading design.
Read MoreAdvanced Editing for Your Jewelry Photos
Sometimes you need more than just basic edits when it comes to your jewelry photography. Maybe you want to take less photos by using one photo to represent multiple types of stone or metals, or maybe you need to remove unwanted light streaks and spots. Here we'll discuss how to do those things.
Read Moreby Erica Stice
Jewelry Metal Sheet: Guide to Gauges and Tempers
Unsure of which gauge and temper you need for your next jewelry project? Let us help! Check out our jewelry sheet metal guide for gauges and tempers.
Read Moreby Erica Stice
Why Jewelry Chains Break & How You Can Prevent It
Let's look at why jewelry chains break and ways to prevent it. From common causes to less known culprits, I'll share some helpful tips to extend the life of your favorite jewelry chain.
Read MoreJewelry School Profile: KP Studio
Located just two hours south of Halstead Headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona is a thriving metalsmithing studio school. We took a day trip to check out the space, chat with the instructors and hang out with all of the KP Studio cats!
Read MoreDiscover Jewelry Residencies
Being immersed in your craft, with access to a fully equipped studio while being surrounded by other artists sounds like a dreamy experience. This is what Jewelry Residencies offer.
Read Moreby Erica Stice
Jewelry Design Competitions - Entering, Submitting & Helpful Tips
Are you considering entering your first jewelry design competition? Having entered my first contest here's my experience on the matter. From process steps and submitting your work to helpful tips I learned during my experience, read all about the process here.
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