Jewelry metal types

Palladium vs platinum - which of these 2 white metals is more precious? Read out article to find all about the differences and the similarities!

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Ever get confused about ordering metal for jewelry making? This guide was created for beginner jewelers to understand metal gauges, tempers and more so you ca

Types Of Base metal Clasps

When shopping for an important piece of jewelry, most of my clients have their hearts set on a particular design or style. But when asked about their precious metals preference, their responses get a bit hazy.They might know which color metal they want but didn’t realize there would be multiple options within that color choice. And it can seem overwhelming to try to understand the physical properties of each option, let alone why one warrants a higher price tag than another. Throughout this…

A clasp is used when the jewelry designer wants to join two ends together in order to secure the object in question. It is the component used to suspend the adornment to the wearer. There is an endless array of clasps that can be made or purchased...

Read our guide on the types of chain available for jewellery making, with a handy chain length guide

Beads created from all sorts of materials have been used for thousands of years to make ornate, wearable pieces. But did you wonder what types of beads are commonly used to create jewelry? We researched some of the most common types of jewelry beads still in use today. Read on to explore the wondrous world […]