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Making Jewelry: Wire Wrapping 101 -
Dianne Lehmann (5,182)      
Dianne Lehmann  
Do you know what the one basic wire working technique is, that is so useful when making jewelry that it is well worth taking the time to learn and practice? It is known as the wrapped loop.
If you do not know how to solder silver and gold, this is the most secure way to attach one... ( added 1 year 361 days ago.) |
Silversmithing: Tools of the Trade, the Block -
 - Dianne Lehmann (5,182)
Dianne Lehmann
Some time ago, I wrote and overview of all the basic tools required to do silversmithing. Since then, I have had requests to write about all the various tools in greater detail. I've already written one covering the hammer. This article is about all the various types of blocks and their uses.
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About Wooden Fish Stone-muyu stone, -
hansen.zhang (161)  
hansen.zhang 
MuYu Stone is the marine deposit 550-580 million years ago with the stripes and colored in purple.It is the precious stone of China.The earliest records of the function of the MuYu Stone can be traced back to as early as Ming Dynasty in Compendium of Medica written by Li Shizheng. It consists of... ( added 2 years 173 days ago.) |
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How To Create Fused Stained Glass Jewelry -
- Arlene Wright-Correll (12,585)  
Arlene Wright-Correll
Creating fused stained glass jewelry is really not hard at all. One need not have any artistic talent. One only needs a kiln or access to one. Here are some pieces I recently made to sell to raise money for St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital. The leaves the jewelry sit on are just for display... ( added 47 days ago.) |
When Understanding and Jewelry Meet: The Breast Cancer Bracelet -
- Bo Carpenter (3,978) 
We know early detection is the key to successfully fighting a breast cancer diagnosis. This is especially true because in its early stages, breast cancer has little or no symptoms, but as a tumor develops, the following signs may appear. But keep in mind, while there warning signs may exist, a... ( added 250 days 16 hours ago.) |
Make Valentine's Special with A Little Creativity and Planning -
- Bo Carpenter (3,978)
It's the day of lovers -- a time to reconnect and celebrate your relationship with a significant other. Perhaps you've done the flowers and chocolate and now it's time to shake things up a bit. With a little creativity and planning, you can make Valentine's special and memorable.
One way to... ( added 276 days 17 hours ago.) |
Anniversary Gift Giving: Traditional And Modern Ideas For That Special Occasion -
- Bo Carpenter (3,978)
Anniversaries are a time to celebrate a couple's love and life together. From the newlyweds observing one year as man and wife or the seasoned couple celebrating 50 years together, an anniversary is a perfect excuse to exercise some creative gift giving. The thought of finding a unique gift... ( added 1 year 16 days ago.) |
All that Glitters is Gold -
- Bo Carpenter (3,978)
Since the dawn of civilization, gold has been used by
humankind for both decorative and daily use. Gold art objects and jewelry have
been discovered as far back as 3,000 B.C. to be used by the Ur civilization
what is now Southern Iraq. Similarly, gold objects have also been discovered in
Peru... ( added 1 year 97 days ago.) |
Extend the Life of Jewelry with Careful Cleaning -
- Bo Carpenter (3,978)
From inexpensive baubles to family heirlooms, jewelry reflects new trends and the cherished moments of a woman's life. Careless treatment of any kind of jewelry, however, shortens its life, value and beauty. Careful cleaning of jewelry extends the wear and value of a collection. Gemstones... ( added 1 year 100 days ago.) |
Jewelry Wardrobe: Ten Jewels Every Woman Should Own -
- Bo Carpenter (3,978)
Few purchases in life are meant to actually last a lifetime or beyond. Fine jewelry, however, is meant to be worn, enjoyed and treasured for years to come. So just how should a woman go about building the perfect jewelry wardrobe? Many turn to the The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) to... ( added 1 year 120 days ago.) |
The History and Significance of Birthstones -
- Bo Carpenter (3,978)
For centuries, gemstones have played a significant role in
the everyday lives of people. Today, birthstones are used to represent the
birth month of individuals. Some believe that birthstones hold special powers
for the wearer. Others just appreciate wearing a gemstone that represents... ( added 1 year 153 days ago.) |
Gleam and Sparkle: How to Clean and Care for your Jewelry -
- Bo Carpenter (3,978)
Jewelry reflects the personality, history and even special life moments of the wearer. For centuries, jewelry has represented a special keepsake of love, a treasured heirloom or simply an adornment of beauty. To extend the life of your jewelry, it's important to take time to clean and care for... ( added 1 year 172 days ago.) |
Bold and Unique: Top 2008 Jewelry Trends -
Bo Carpenter (3,978)
The top jewelry trends for 2008 call for less, but the key ingredient
for fashionistas is bold and unique pieces. For those who like to draw
a bit of attention, think show-stopper pieces that make a statement and
are gem-intensive.
Galas and parties this season will sparkle with... ( added 1 year 210 days ago.) |
Caring For Gold Jewellery -
- Tim Vogel (71) 
Gold Jewellery- Care Advice.
So you've been given a beautiful piece of solid gold jewellery, here's how to look after it properly.
Gold is the softest of the precious metals. In fact the greater the purity of the gold, the softer it is. Hence the 'old' prospector's biting test for gold -... ( added 1 year 226 days ago.) |
Lost Wax Casting Methods For Creating Jewelry -
Chris Ralph (6,291) 
Chris Ralph
Lost wax casting is an ancient art. The technique was first employed by the early Egyptians but it was also independently discovered and used tribal artists in South America who used it to cast pre-Columbian gold. It was rediscovered by the great Renaissance goldsmith Benvenuto Cellini. While... ( added 1 year 326 days ago.) |
Create Your Own Homecrafted Jewelry -
Chris Ralph (6,291)
Chris Ralph
Beautiful jewelry can be crafted by anyone who will take the time to learn the necessary skills. Various jewelry equipment suppliers and gemstone sellers have done all they can to make things easy for individuals to try jewelry art for themselves. The necessary knowledge is now easy to acquire.... ( added 1 year 326 days ago.) |
Silversmithing: Tools of the Trade -
Dianne Lehmann (5,182)
Dianne Lehmann
In years past, it was hard to separate the black smith (or just smith or smithy) from his tools. When you said “smith" you were referring all at once to the person, his tools and the place where he worked. The same is still true today. Without her tools, today’s silversmith has nothing.
I am... ( added 2 years 52 days ago.) |
Making Jewelry: Basic Stringing -
Dianne Lehmann (5,182)
Dianne Lehmann
Have you ever wondered if you could make your own jewelry? The answer is, yes you can. It requires a few basic tools and supplies and a couple of techniques that are relatively easy to learn. If you have the desire to make your own jewelry, you are already half way there.
The basic tools you... ( added 2 years 63 days ago.) |
Cutting Stone: What to Cut? -
Dianne Lehmann (5,182)
Dianne Lehmann
Give a lapidary an interesting piece of rough and they will probably sit right down at their grinding/polishing machine and start cutting it. Even so, many lapidaries have materials that they prefer to cut over others. Within certain limitations, just about any rock can be cut into a cabochon.
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Cutting Stone: The Lapidary Artist, Part Two -
Dianne Lehmann (5,182)
Dianne Lehmann
While a good eye is needed to select a nice piece of rough, talent and artistry are required to produce a finished cabochon suitable for adornment. This is where the lapidarys skill really shines. It is also the most fun. Taking a dull piece of rock and turning it into a shiny thing of beauty is... ( added 2 years 70 days ago.) |
Cutting Stone: The Lapidary Artist, Part One -
Dianne Lehmann (5,182)
Dianne Lehmann
All rocks have beauty within them. It takes an experienced lapidary to bring it out. A lapidary is someone who takes rough stone, rock, or minerals and cuts and polishes them so that they may be added to jewelry or simply kept for display. Some lapidaries carve stone into fanciful or... ( added 2 years 73 days ago.) |
Caring for Your Sterling Silver Jewelry -
Dianne Lehmann (5,182)
Dianne Lehmann
Have you ever said to yourself, Wow! I just bought some beautiful, shiny sterling silver jewelry. Now, how do I keep it that way?" Well, maybe you didnt say it exactly that way, but I am sure the thought crossed your mind. Its simple, really. Keep it dry. Silver by itself tarnishes fairly slowly... ( added 2 years 74 days ago.) |
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Cut Your own Faceted Gems – its not that hard -
Chris Ralph (6,291)
Chris Ralph
Step One: Selecting the Rough If you are
interested in cutting your own gemstones, the starting point for any gem cutting
is, of course, the rough. There are places in the US where you can actually dig
and mine your own gemstones, but for most folks, getting rough means buying it.... ( added 2 years 93 days ago.) |
About Cloisonne , Old Eastern -
Linda Zhang (3)
Cloisonne, whose history can date back to over 500 years ago, is well-known traditional enamelware. It is actually called the "Blue of Jingtai" as blue is the dominant color adopted for enameling and cloisonne became prevalent during the reign of Jingtai (1450--1456) in the Ming dynasty. Owing to... ( added 2 years 153 days ago.) |
The Top Eight Anniversary Charms. -
Bo Carpenter (3,978)
If it's you're married and your anniversary is coming up, why not get your wife something special that will grow in value and sentimentality, as well as become a family heirloom. Yes, we're talking about a charm bracelet. They can represent your wife's individual interests, as well as become a... ( added 2 years 154 days ago.) |
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