Halstead Jewelry Articles in How To

by Hilary Halstead Scott

5 Steps to Start Silver Soldering

Soldering sterling silver is one of the fundamental skills that every jeweler should have. However, starting up at home can be a little intimidating so we've put together this guide so you can feel confident. It includes the tools and supplies you need, as well as important info about different types of solder.

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by Ashley Maldonado

Permanent Jewelry Best Practices

Permanent bracelets have taken off! Easily add this fun experience to your jewelry business offerings with these tips.

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by Erica Stice

5 Unisex Designs to Expand Your Jewelry Collection lock

Trying to find a way to bring in new clientele? Incorporate these 5 unisex designs into your existing jewelry line to expand your collection.

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by Erica Stice

Using Wire to Make Hoop Earrings and Jewelry Elements

Wire is a fundamental jewelry material and can be used to make so many things. Learn how to make hoop earrings, hook clasps, jewelry links, custom chain and more.

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by Erica Stice

Texturing Metal for Jewelry

Texturing is a lot of fun! Discover popular ways to texture on jewelry metals. Watch the video below for even more information on this popular jewelry-making technique.

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by Kelli Vanyek Greene

Beginner Jewelry Making Projects

If you are interested in jewelry making but are new to the craft it can be intimidating to know where to begin. To get you started we have compiled a list of 8 great beginner jewelry making projects!

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by Erica Stice

Best Beading Tools Used for Making Jewelry

Learn what you need to start beading! We've gathered up a list of the beading tools, components, and supplies you'll want to have ready. We also have a video on finishing your beaded jewelry ends along with lots of helpful tips.

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by Erica Stice

Types of Jump Rings in Jewelry Making

Play around with jump rings!  Learn all about jump rings including what they are and different types. Also explore creative design possibilities with these versatile jewelry components.

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by Erica Stice

Top 5 Reasons Silver Solder Doesn't Flow

Solder not flowing? Find out the reasons why. Jewelry soldering can be frustrating at times, but with the right knowledge, you can quickly troubleshoot the problems.

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by Erica Stice

Soldering Copper & Brass Metals in the Jewelry Studio

Copper and brass are fun materials to work with in the jewelry studio. They are beautiful in their own right and they are perfect for learning new techniques. But, soldering these metals raises unique issues in design and technical execution. Learn more from our studio coordinator, Erica Stice.

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by Erica Stice

Jewelry Soldering Techniques in the Studio

Learn about the top three jewelry soldering techniques used at the bench to create stunning jewelry designs.

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by Erica Stice

Untangling Jewelry Chain: Tips, Tricks & More lock

Read Tips & Tricks from the Halstead team on untangling chain plus how to properly store chain to prevent further tangles from happening. We've added a few tangled horror chain stories as well.

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by Erica Stice

How to Make Crystal Jewelry - Alternative Setting Techniques

Not all stones are perfectly calibrated. This blog covers alternative stone setting methods for crystals, geodes, and slabs. Use these techniques to make crystal jewelry.

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by Erica Stice

How to Size a Ring in the Jewelry Studio

Having the skills to size rings can be very handy for your jewelry studio business, especially if you don't have the right size for a customer in stock. Learn sizing to capture more sales and offer superior service to your clients.

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by Erica Stice

Making Rings: Tips and Tricks

This blog covers important information – like how to buy the right material for making rings. But we’ll also discuss the fun stuff – design ideas and tips and tricks for creating one-of-a-kind rings!

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by Erica Stice

Soldering Half Round Wire & Pattern Wire to Make Rings lock

We love to make silver rings in the Halstead Studio. These simple stackers are a low price-point crowd pleaser. If you're preparing for a show, a holiday is around the corner or you just want to bulk up inventory, ring bands can be a great addition to your collection.

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by Erica Stice

How to Buy Bezel Strip Wire

If you make custom cabochon settings on a regular basis, it makes sense to buy basic bezel strip by the troy ounce coil so you always have material on hand. But, if you need just a little fancy gallery bezel for a special project or you rarely set custom...

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by Sylvie Alusitz

Tips for Soldering Earring Posts

This blog covers important tips for soldering on earrings posts. From the basics to more advanced, we cover every aspect of the process!

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