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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...

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...

Green Silver All our sterling silver items are nickel free. And this sterling silver item is even better! This item is made from environmentally responsible green silver. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional...

Raw brass is unplated, and is not as shiny as most plated finishes. To remove tarnish, use brass cleaner, a polishing cloth, or fine grit (1000 - 1500) sandpaper.To give a high polish to raw brass items, tumble-polish them with steel shot, water and...

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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...

Raw brass is unplated, and is not as shiny as most plated finishes. To remove tarnish, use brass cleaner, a polishing cloth, or fine grit (1000 - 1500) sandpaper.To give a high polish to raw brass items, tumble-polish them with steel shot, water and...

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...

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...

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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 jewelry-making...

Aluminum blanks are an economical and fun alternative to genuine 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 #69-325-012...

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...

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 help!

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 help!

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 securely. Green Silver All our sterling silver items are nickel free. And this...

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...

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 help!

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 securely. Green Silver All our sterling silver items are nickel free. And this...

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 help!

Glue Tips Which Glue is Best? Super glues (cyanoacrylate glues) are best for surfaces that fit exactly together (no gaps), or where you need just a small dab for extra security. Two-part epoxies require mixing, but have excellent...

Give your looks a rich splash of color with this PRESTIGE Crystal Components Briolette pendant in Denim Blue. This tiny teardrop-shaped pendant is wonderfully crafted with multiple diamond-shaped facets, all decorated in a soothing neutral blue color...

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 securely. Green Silver All our sterling silver items are nickel free. And this...

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...

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 jewelry-making...

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...

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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 securely. Green Silver All our sterling silver items are nickel free. And this...

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...

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PRESTIGE Crystal Emerald Crystal Emerald crystals by PRESTIGE Crystal are a translucent deep green, ideal for May birthstone jewelry. Emerald green crystal is beautiful in Christmas jewelry designs, or any time you need a rich deep green for your...

PRESTIGE Crystal Emerald Crystal Emerald crystals by PRESTIGE Crystal are a translucent deep green, ideal for May birthstone jewelry, or any time you need a rich deep emerald green for your handmade jewelry designs. AB (Aurora Borealis) is a...

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 jewelry-making...

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 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...

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...

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 help!

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...

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...

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 help!

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 help!

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...

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...

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 jewelry-making...

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 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...

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 help!

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...

Glue Tips Which Glue is Best? Super glues (cyanoacrylate glues) are best for surfaces that fit exactly together (no gaps), or where you need just a small dab for extra security. Two-part epoxies require mixing, but have excellent...

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...

These blanks require finishing, which might include decorating (stamping, gluing, etc.); adding holes; filing, sanding, or hammering the edges; polishing and/or antiquing. Raw Copper Raw (bare) copper is unplated, and is not as shiny as most plated...

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...

This 6mm PRESTIGE Crystal Components Astral Pink Bicone bead is the perfect addition to any beading project. Astral Pink is a distinctive color, making these crystals great for adding a unique touch to your jewelry. Use these great beads as accents,...

Raw brass is unplated, and is not as shiny as most plated finishes. To remove tarnish, use brass cleaner, a polishing cloth, or fine grit (1000 - 1500) sandpaper.To give a high polish to raw brass items, tumble-polish them with steel shot, water and...

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...

Green Silver All our sterling silver items are nickel free. And this sterling silver item is even better! This item is made from environmentally responsible green silver. See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional...

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 help!

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.  Peel off the protective blue film before using. See Related Products links...

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...

See Related Products links (below) to find the perfect earring nuts (post backs) for your individual needs. Questions? E-mail us for friendly, expert help!

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...

Sterling Silver: Sterling silver, sometimes stamped .925 or simply 925, is an alloy of at least 92.5% silver. The remaining 7.5% is usually copper. All of our sterling silver is nickel-free, cadmium-free, lead-free, and meets the EU Nickel Directive...

How to Use Manipulating HoopsMake wine glass charms or hoop earrings by stringing beads and charms directly onto the hoop and bending up the round wire end with round-nose or narrow flat-nose pliers. Close the hoop by clicking bent end up through hole in...

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Two basic types of faux hair wraps: String beads on bead cord or Beadalon® and finish the ends the same way you would finish a necklace (such as a crimp bead). Make traditional-looking floss wraps, using large-hole beads on embroidery floss or...

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 securely. Green Silver All our sterling silver items are nickel free. And this...

See Related Products links (below) to see all styles of earring backs on one page -- plus, the main Earring Backs category includes tips on picking the best style of earring backs for your projects, and how to adjust poorly fitting earring nuts.

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...

PRESTIGE Crystal Amethyst AB Amethyst AB (Aurora Borealis) crystals by PRESTIGE Crystal are a rich translucent Amethyst purple, with a pastel iridescent Aurora Borealis (AB) coating. Amethyst is February's birthstone, as well as the Pisces Zodiac...

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...

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 jewelry-making...

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 help!

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...

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 help!

Two basic types of faux hair wraps: String beads on bead cord or Beadalon® and finish the ends the same way you would finish a necklace (such as a crimp bead). Make traditional-looking floss wraps, using large-hole beads on embroidery floss or...

This unprecedented, patented material is redefining the jewelry industry. Argentium sterling silver has dramatically better tarnish resistance than standard sterling silver and is much more durable. While it still contains the 92.5% fine silver...

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 securely. Green Silver All our sterling silver items are nickel free. And this...

TierraCast's Hammertone and Distressed jewelry-making components are perfect when you want a subtle texture for your handmade jewelry. These elegantly hammered jewelry-making supplies provide a warmer feel than a plain high-polished finish, and without...

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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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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. 2021 Update: ImpressArt aluminum...

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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...

Raw Brass Blanks These blanks require finishing, which might include annealing; decorating (stamping, gluing, etc.); adding holes; filing, sanding, or hammering the edges; polishing and/or antiquing.Raw brass items sometimes have a thin coat of oil...

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...

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...

TierraCast jewelry supplies are made in the USA with a fine level of detailing. Known for high-quality Britannia Pewter castings, TierraCast uses lead-free, cadmium-free Britannia Pewter as the base for this line of metal jewelry supplies. See Related...