Learn all you need to about lobster clasps. We break down their constructions, benefits, and tips for soldering near a clasp.

Lobster Claw Clasps: All You Need to Know

Learn all you need to about lobster claw clasps. What are lobster claw clasps? How are they best used in jewelry designs?

Understand the difference between beading findings in this jewelry beading guide. Complement your wholesale beads with high quality findings.

by Erica Stice

Types of Beading Findings

Learn about types of 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.

What do you do when commodity markets swing? This article will explore how jewelry artists should respond to changes in gold and silver prices.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

Understanding Volatility in Gold and Silver Prices - lock

What do you do when commodity markets swing? This article will explore how jewelry artists should respond to changes in gold and silver prices.

Learn about the major contributors to the silver jewelry supplies trade to make better informed sourcing decisions.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

Silver Jewelry Supplies by Nation of Origin

The silver jewelry trade has a rich history. There are centers of production in the world where jewelry manufacturing took root generations ago. These market leaders are each known for different strengths. Learn about the major contributors to the trade to make better informed sourcing decisions.

Jewelry plating explained! Learn about the process and why jewelers and manufacturers use plating.

by Sylvie Alusitz

Jewelry Plating: Why and How it’s Used - lock

This blog explains the process of metal plating, why jewelers and manufacturers use it, and some general information to help you make informed decisions on purchasing and production.

Learn how to calculate the right material length for finger rings, plus design tips and tricks for beautify, one-of-a-kind rings.

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!

This overview details an essential jewelry studio tool and its best use: the bench pin and sawing. Learning how to use it and tips for sawing.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

New Jeweler's Guide to the Bench Pin and Sawing

Bench pin 101 for new jewelers. Also learn tips and best practices for sawing, one of the bench pin’s primary uses.

Learn about different jewelry chain link types available on the market. This article will cover link configurations and manufacturing methods.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

Types of Jewelry Chain Link Styles

Get to know more about types of jewelry chains, styles, and effects in our glossary. This is a great reference to bookmark and refer to often when shopping for chain jewelry supplies. This popular blog post was updated in 2019.

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