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by Erica Stice
Rock Salt Casting as Seen in Belle Armoire Jewelry
Get a sneak peek at rock salt casting: it's easier than you think! Watch a quick video demo and preview some of the designs that appear in the Spring 2018 issue of Belle Armoire Jewelry.
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How to Make Standout Glass Cabochon and Bead Jewelry
We take the guess work out of making jewelry with your lampwork or art glass cabochons and beads in this tutorial. Easily make a cabochon pendant, beaded earrings and beaded bracelet using your glass work with these projects.
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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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Two Ways to Create Sterling Silver Tassels
Create your own silver jewelry tassels! In this step-by-step guide, we show you how to wire-wrap or solder chain tassels for your jewelry making.
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6 Steps to Soldering Earring Posts
Learn how to solder earring posts on blanks or other ornaments in this 6-step how-to guide to get you started. We cover every aspect of the process plus it's loaded with tips!
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4 Trendy Earring Making Ideas
Statement earrings are in! Check out our ideas for the jacket and front & back trends. We show you how to use our new clutches with drop rings along with fashionable post earrings, tassels and more.
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How To Make A Hinge For Jewelry
Learn how to make a basic knuckle hinge in your jewelry designs using tubing, sheet metal and jewelry wire.
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How to Prong Set Stones: A Step by Step Guide
Learn how to set a stone in a prong settings! This tutorial covers stone vocabulary and the basics of prong setting both faceted stone and cabochon cuts.
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How to Finish Jewelry Chain
Find instructions and tips on finishing footage chain! Large and small chain links are covered including different chain styles and finishing techniques.
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4 Ideas for Embellishing Ring Bands
Get creative in your jewelry studio! These four rings were made in a day using silver bands and stacking rings combined with pattern sheet, links, rivets and other fun findings!
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Setting a Cabochon Pendant Tutorial
Enjoy an afternoon in the studio creating beautiful cabochon settings! This how-to guide will show you step-by-step how to make custom cabochon settings in a few short hours.
Read MoreTips to Make Cuff Bracelets
A step-by-step beginner's guide on how to make cuff bracelets.
Read MoreJewelry Making Technique: How to Create Rivets
Learn how to rivet your jewelry designs using wire cold connections. This guide will cover the essential materials you will need plus technique tips for success.
Read More5 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 step by step tutorial with a list of jewelry soldering tools and supplies to get started.
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