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You are invited to the Jewellers Retreat
All around the world we are experiencing unprecedented events. If you are on lockdown and feeling isolated; if you are anxious about yourself, your family and your business; if you've lost your creative mojo please know that you are not alone. We are all taking time to adjust to the new normal.
So this is an invite for YOU to our very special FREE Jewellers Retreat.
Which jewellery suppliers are still open during the coronavirus?
We appreciate at this unprecedented time that many of us have more time to make jewellery. Some of the jewellery suppliers have had to close but there are some that are open and ready for your orders. Here is a list of those suppliers worldwide that are still open for online orders and shipping.
Black Friday 2019 offers for jewellers
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Black Friday can be a great opportunity for jewellers to stock up on jewellery making supplies and equipment you’ve had your eye on. We are sharing Black Friday deals for jewellers from around the world. Keep checking back here as we will continue to update this post as we find more offers.
Four things to consider when you are designing and making an engagement ring
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Wedding jewellery is a great addition to any jewellery business. It can help transition your business into working with more precious metals and gemstones as well as give you the opportunity to work one to one with clients to design and make commissions.
How do I make an engagement ring?
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Would you like to learn how to make a claw set engagement ring? Our brand new online course is just what you need!
how to make jewellery from silver clay
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Would you like to try making jewellery with silver clay but don’t know where to start? Here’s what you need to know to give it a try
Our top tools for Silver clay jewellery
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One of the great things about making jewellery from metal clay is that you don’t need a lot of tools and equipment to get started. However, there are some great tools and innovations that can really help you create more professional jewellery. Our metal clay tutor Anna Campbell gives you her current favourites.
Tools to help advance your Wax Carving techniques to create precision designs at speed
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Creating silver jewellery is a magical process. From a few pieces of metal, some wire or tubing you can hand forge some beautiful and creative pieces of jewellery. However, with traditional silversmithing where you cut and form the metal, you can hit on some limitations in terms of realising your designs. Particularly when you want to create something that is more sculpture-like and organic in style. This is where wax carving comes into its own.
Tools and materials for making silver clay jewellery from home
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Silver clay is a very versatile method of working with silver and the good news is that you don’t need many tools to get started. Take a look at this video which covers the tools and materials you’ll need.
Tools and materials for making beaded jewellery from home
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We love beads! Here is a rundown of all the tools and materials you need for getting started with making your own beaded jewellery.
Tools and materials for making silver jewellery from home
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Being able to design and make your own silver jewellery is so fun but it can feel overwhelming to know how to get started. Fear not! This video will take you through the main tools and materials you’ll need.
Tools and materials for making jewellery from home
Making jewellery is a fun hobby, side hustle or full time business but when you’re starting it can be difficult to know the tools and materials you need to buy. So here is our run down of the main tools and materials for silver jewellery, beading and metal clay. You’re welcome!
12 underrated gemstones for your jewellery designs with Kernowcraft
We’re excited to welcome a guest blog post from Kernowcraft featuring 12 underrated gemstones for your jewellery designs. Have you heard of these beautiful stones?
Setting up a home jewellery studio
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Mini-guide to help you with getting started in your own space so that whether you want to make bead and wire work, silver and gold jewellery or other materials such as metal clay, you can set up a home jewellery workstation with ease.
DIY: Gemstone & Wire Jewellery Making Tutorial
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A great tutorial for beginner jewellery makers. In this video learn a simple technique that will allow you to make earrings, necklaces and even bracelets in minutes. We also look at how to make nice professional handmade earwires to elevate your designs.
How to Make Stacking Bracelets
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Learn how to make these lovely stacking bracelets - great to sell as part of a jewellery business or you may love them so much you keep them for yourself! Perfect project for gemstone lovers.
Silver Clay beads: Jewellery Making Tutorial
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Learn to make silver clay beads in this free download of a tutorial written by metal clay artist Anna Campbell
Gemstone Wire Wrapped Hoops: Jewellery Making Tutorial
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Learn to make your own gemstone wire wrapped hoops in this fun jewellery making tutorial with Jessica Rose.
Learn how to make jewellery - Silver stud rose earring tutorial
Hello jewellers! We have a great new project for you to try and this one is beautiful simple and fun to do at home. Follow the video below to make your own silver stud rose earrings and rings.
Why I love soldering
Soldering is a process that got me so excited the first time I was shown how to do it - I immediately saw a world of new design ideas open up to me!