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What is niobium? Niobium is a nickel-free inert metal. It is very resistant to corrosion and other reactions, and is used in medical implants. Niobium is not plated or painted, so will not flake or chip. It is anodized, meaning it is colored by...

How to Use Wire Protectors String the cable thimble onto the cord.Loop the cord back through the other side of the cable thimble.String the clasp onto the cord & thimble.Crimp cording together. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and...

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Easy to wear! Magnetic, nickel-free clasp "snaps" together smoothly, and is surprisingly strong! Sleek, classic design: perfect for showing off handmade focal beads and pendants. Durable steel cable won't kink or bend, and is finished with a...

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Color-Change Mirage BeadsInspired by the mood jewelry of the 1960s and 1970s, thermo-sensitive liquid crystal beads change color with small temperature changes.  "Long chain crystals" in the colored section of the beads refract light differently at...

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These blanks require finishing, which might include annealing; decorating (stamping, gluing, etc.); adding holes; filing, sanding, or hammering the edges; polishing and/or antiquing. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional...

10 Gauge Jewelry Wire is heavy, and can be hard to bend. This is a good size for making bangle bracelets and other wire bracelets. It's stiff enough that you'll want good-quality jewelry tools when working with it. However, you may still need to...

These economy lobster clasps are cast from a zinc-alloy material and then plated. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert...

These blanks require finishing, which might include decorating (stamping, gluing, etc.); adding holes; filing, sanding, or hammering the edges; polishing and/or antiquing. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional...

These blanks require finishing, which might include decorating (stamping, gluing, etc.); adding holes; filing, sanding, or hammering the edges; polishing and/or antiquing. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional...

These eyelets and the Crafted Findings riveting tools are designed to be used together. Crafted Findings tools are excellent, and can help you quickly achieve a clean look and very secure join in your riveted multi-layer metal jewelry or small mixed...

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Find related items below, and find out more about jasper in our Gemstone Index. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help!

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Use with card stock, business cards, scrapbook supplies, and even greeting cards!See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert...

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Add a touch of rich regality to your jewelry designs with the Czech Glass 2mm Tanzanite Flash Pearl Fire-Polish Bead Strand by Starman. These exquisite beads boast a mesmerizing purple color, with a subtle sparkle that catches the light and captivates...

Looking to add a touch of sparkling color to your handmade jewelry collection? Look no further than these Czech Glass 3mm Halo - Sandalwood Fire-Polish Bead Strands by Starman. With a glowing golden orange color that oozes juicy style, these round Czech...

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All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium free and meets the EU Nickel Directive. Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help!

All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium free and meets the EU Nickel Directive. Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help!

Which Glue is Best? For the most durable bond, we almost always recommend epoxies rather than other types of glue, but it depends on a few factors... Check out the options, plus tips for successful glue bonds, on our Adhesives and Jewelry Glues page. See...

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Gluing Hints for Metal Findings Remember Murphy's Law! Before gluing or otherwise applying any chemical to every piece of your best customer's 1,000-piece order, we strongly recommend that you test the chemical(s) on a small sample of the...

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This beige 100% silk Griffin bead cord will act as a neutral background for your beads. The cord is twisted correctly for easy knotting and comes already attached to a thin stainless steel needle. The cord is approximately 79 inches long. Try using it...

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The platings on antiqued ball chain and accessories is not as durable as our typical platings. Just like items with a natural patina, normal wear will lighten the high points, while the crevices will remain dark. In order to keep the clasps dark, we...

Most horn beads and pendants are made from water buffalo horn. Black and "natural" are usually the horn's original color without any treatments or dyes. Gold and red horn may be bleached and/or dyed. Dyed horn beads and pendants might not be colorfast. ...

These blanks require finishing, which might include decorating (stamping, gluing, etc.); adding holes; filing, sanding, or hammering the edges; polishing and/or antiquing. Peel off the protective blue film before using. See Related Products links (below)...

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1. You'll need: Crimp ends, cording, round-nose pliers, and (optional) some glue. 2. Add a dab of glue to the cording; slide the crimp-end over the cording. 3. Firmly grip the pliers to flatten the center section of the crimp. See...

Example shown using #33-960 French wire keeper as the earring nut, and #24-980-04 4mm SmartBead to hold the changeable drop in place on the bail post. All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium free and meets the EU Nickel Directive. See...

Black Lava Stone Beads: Earthy yet elegant, black lava stone beads are made from basalt, a type of igneous rock formed during volcanic eruptions. Due to their many holes and bubbles, lava stone beads add great texture, but not a lot of weight, to jewelry...

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Use nylon-jaw pliers and/or a burnishing tool to securely set stone into these settings.See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item. Questions? E-mail us for friendly,...

Enrich your style with the fabulous Emerald green color of this Margarita bead. This PRESTIGE Crystal Components Margarita bead can be used as an extremely dazzling spacer, or as an eye-catching sew-on components. Dangly earrings just got a little more...

Add some brilliant sophistication to your designs with this beautiful faceted Bicone in Jet black with an AB finish from PRESTIGE Crystal Components. This Bicone crystal features the cut with 12 facets for added sparkle and brilliance. This patented cut...

Bring a fanciful element to your ideas with this PRESTIGE Crystal Components butterfly bead in Rose Peach. The subtle faceting of this pendant creates major sparkle in your jewelry designs, and the cute orange-pink color is great for accenting romantic...

Your designs will stand out with this PRESTIGE Crystal Components crystal pearl. This crystal pearl features a smooth, round surface that will accent any jewelry design with a dash of timeless elegance. Pearls are always classic choices for designs and...

Classic style meets unforgettable sparkle in this PRESTIGE Crystal Components pendant. This lovely pendant features a simple pear shape and is covered in precise-cut facets that sparkle brilliantly. The teardrop-like shape will add sophistication to any...

Add a modern and romantic symbol to your style with this PRESTIGE Crystal Components Heart Cut pendant. This pendant will promote a sense of everyday passion in your jewelry projects, making each design enduring and iconic. The beautiful crystal pendant...

Rose quartz is one of the most desirable varieties of quartz in the gemstone trade. Also known as ancona ruby and mont blanc ruby, these semiprecious gemstones display a lovely, unique pink tone. Rose quartz beads have been found in Mesopotamia that date...

Basic Loops The loop size will depend on how much wire you leave past the end of your beads, and around which part of your pliers you bend the loop. A good loop size is usually about 1/3 of the way from the tip of your pliers, with about...

This filigree is stamped and then plated. It is lightweight, yet durable, and excellent for earrings and pendants.Many filigrees also work well as connectors and links. Most stamped charms are one-sided, thin, and either flat or slightly domed. Size...

HINT After attaching your drop, use round nose pliers to crimp the loop closed. This keeps your drop in place. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item.Questions?...

Soft Flex and Soft Touch Wire Soft Flex Wire is a very flexible stainless steel cable with a nylon coating. It's a tiny version of the cables you see on suspension bridges. Soft Flex is constructed of 7, 21, or 49 micro woven stainless steel wires...

Raw copper is unplated, and may not be as shiny and smooth as most plated finishes. To remove tarnish, use copper cleaner, a polishing cloth, or fine grit (1000 - 1500) sandpaper.To remove rough edges and give a beautiful high polish to raw copper...

These bar and ring sets (toggle clasp sets) can be clasped with one hand making them ideal for bracelets and watches. Please note: The last few beads you put near the clasp should be small, to make sure the bar can be pulled all the way through ...

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All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium free and meets the EU Nickel Directive. See Related Products links (below) for similar items, additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item, and general information about these...

All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium free and meets the EU Nickel Directive. See Related Products links (below) for similar items, additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item, and general information about these...

All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium free and meets the EU Nickel Directive. See Related Products links (below) for similar items, additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item, and general information about these...

All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium free and meets the EU Nickel Directive. See Related Products links (below) for similar items, additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item, and general information about these...

All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium free and meets the EU Nickel Directive. See Related Products links (below) for similar items, additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item, and general information about these...

All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium free and meets the EU Nickel Directive. See Related Products links (below) for similar items, additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item, and general information about these...

All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium free and meets the EU Nickel Directive. See Related Products links (below) for similar items, additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item, and general information about these...

All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium free and meets the EU Nickel Directive. See Related Products links (below) for similar items, additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item, and general information about these...

Using Stretch Magic™ Cord Soft and flexible, yet strong and ultraviolet resistant. (For increased strength, double the cord.) Easily stretches to twice its original length. Cover completely with beads for "endless" bracelets, or use for ...

Unleash your creative potential and bring your bead designs to life with The Beadsmith Mini Travel Bead Design Beading Board! This essential tool allows you to experiment with endless combinations of beads, without the fear of cutting your thread too...

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Finishing Multiple Strandsor Heavy Cord? Bullet End Instructions As with most stringing methods, secure the first end before stringing the rest of your necklace. For this method, you need a 2-3" head pin, or 2-3" of brass, sterling or other soft wire. ...

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The uniform size and shape of Toho seed beads make them an excellent choice for beadwork and consistently-sized spacers.Toho seed beads are usually colorfast; however, galvanized and silver-lined beads may fade over time. Protect them from bleach,...

The uniform size and shape of Toho seed beads make them an excellent choice for beadwork and consistently-sized spacers.Toho seed beads are usually colorfast; however, galvanized and silver-lined beads may fade over time. Protect them from bleach,...

The uniform size and shape of Toho seed beads make them an excellent choice for beadwork and consistently-sized spacers.Toho seed beads are usually colorfast; however, galvanized and silver-lined beads may fade over time. Protect them from bleach,...

The uniform size and shape of Toho seed beads make them an excellent choice for beadwork and consistently-sized spacers.Toho seed beads are usually colorfast; however, galvanized and silver-lined beads may fade over time. Protect them from bleach,...

The uniform size and shape of Toho seed beads make them an excellent choice for beadwork and consistently-sized spacers.Toho seed beads are usually colorfast; however, galvanized and silver-lined beads may fade over time. Protect them from bleach,...

The uniform size and shape of Toho seed beads make them an excellent choice for beadwork and consistently-sized spacers.Toho seed beads are usually colorfast; however, galvanized and silver-lined beads may fade over time. Protect them from bleach,...

The uniform size and shape of Toho seed beads make them an excellent choice for beadwork and consistently-sized spacers.Toho seed beads are usually colorfast; however, galvanized and silver-lined beads may fade over time. Protect them from bleach,...

Vintaj Natural Brass Co.® findings are known for their rich, distinctive color (identical to vintage brass), intricate detail, fine-lined etching, and bold, raised relief designs. Each finding undergoes a meticulous, eco-friendly, hand-embellishing...

Which Glue is Best? For the most durable bond, we almost always recommend epoxies rather than other types of glue, but it depends on a few factors... Check out the options, plus tips for successful glue bonds, on our Adhesives and Jewelry Glues page. See...

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So easy to use, you might want to convert all your jewelry to magnetic clasps! Always open jewelry by holding the clasp directly, instead of tugging the cord. For extra security, we recommend tying cord directly to the clasp or using split...

HINT When you open and close jump rings, twist ends instead of "ovaling" them. This keeps their round shape better, which makes them easier to close neatly. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making...

What is Crystal "AB"? Aurora Borealis (AB) adds a gorgeous pastel rainbow sheen to the sparkle of Austrian Crystal's premium-cut facets. This iridescent coating is named after the beautiful Northern Lights that decorate the arctic skies -...

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Gold fill (also called gold overlay or gold-filled) is made by using heat and pressure to apply a layer of karat gold to a base of less costly metal. This produces a surface with karat gold. The minimum layer of karat gold must equal at least 1/20 of the...

Stamped charms are generally one-sided, and either flat or slightly domed. Size given is height x width and includes loop. Most loops are 0.8-1.2mm (inner diameter). See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional...

Inexpensive and versatile! Stamped charms, including these filigrees, are one-sided, lightweight, and either flat or slightly domed. Size given is height x width and includes loop (if applicable). Most loops are 0.8-1.2mm (inner diameter). See Related...

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A drop of glue (super glue, household cement, epoxy or even fingernail polish) helps secure the cord in these fold-over crimps. #41-254 and 41-255 have a small prong to help hold cord more securely. Push the cord down on the prong before you...

Aluminum blanks are an economical and fun alternative to sterling silver, and can be colored with Tim Holtz Adirondack alcohol inks or stamped with StazOn inks. These emboss beautifully with the Vintaj BigKick. Example shown was embossed with #69-325-010...

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