http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Category/Jewelry-Making/57 Jewelry Making articles from Search The World Articles Rss Follow Up Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:23:11 -0600 Like all creations you have to have a starting point, and the best place to start is with designs and ideas. Sterling silver is a precious metal and this should be taken into consideration. The heavier your finished article becomes the more expensive it becomes for you and also to resell. So when designing takes place try to think in terms of using wire and thin pieces of plate rather large bulky type things. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Jewelry-Making-Techniques/3344 Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Jewelry-Making-Techniques/3344 I thought it might be cool to offer some stones with different kinds of vugs in them within my store inventory so that folks who like to design jewelry can find interesting ways to use the vug while wrapping the stone. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Wire-Wrapping-A-Gemstone-Vug/541 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Wire-Wrapping-A-Gemstone-Vug/541 JEWELRY MAKING FOR BEGINNERS $20.00 US. Emailed to you worldwide! For the new emailed to you PDF Version! http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/JEWELRY-MAKING-FOR-BEGINNERS/369 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/JEWELRY-MAKING-FOR-BEGINNERS/369 Creating your own bead jewelry is a creative hobby that allows you to produce unique pieces for yourself, family and friends. Here is how you can get started. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Making-Your-Own-Bead-Jewelry/368 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Making-Your-Own-Bead-Jewelry/368 If this is your hobby, then its time to make it more interesting. The bracelet making and maintaining tips follows 1. Decide how many links you want to use in making your bracelet. Although it is easy both to add and remove the links even after you make your bracelet its better if you plan in advance. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Bracelets---Tips-On-How-To-Make-Them/367 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Bracelets---Tips-On-How-To-Make-Them/367 Making jewelry is a fun hobby and for some can become a full time business. At the very least, you will be able to make gorgeous and unique jewelry to wear and give as gifts. As with any hobby, you need to start with the basics and using memory wire to make jewelry is a method that requires a bit less skill than some of the others. Memory wire jewelry does not need a clasp or fancy crimping and one size fits all. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Making-Memory-Wire-Jewelry/366 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Making-Memory-Wire-Jewelry/366 Making large objects from clay takes a lot of patience, sweat and dexterity, but making tiny pieces of jewellery can be another challenge altogether. For those of you who have decided to venture off into this delicate art form, heres a few tips to get you started and keep you on the path to making some fine, wearable pieces you can be proud of. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Porcelain-Jewelery-For-Beginners/365 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Porcelain-Jewelery-For-Beginners/365 Looking for a unique gift to give or something special to spice up a favorite outfit? Its quite easy to make your own jewelry which you can wear yourself or give as gifts. Making jewelry is a great way to express yourself and make for unique gifts that dont cost a bundle! http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/How-To-Make-Your-Own-Jewelry/364 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/How-To-Make-Your-Own-Jewelry/364 Making jewelry with beads is becoming hugely popular, and with good reason. You can basically make whatever you want, in whatever style you like, in whatever colors you choose. Every creation is unique. But if you're just starting out, making a beaded bracelet can seem a bit overwhelming. There are plenty of different things you need to consider when making a bracelet. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Making-Beaded-Bracelets/363 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Making-Beaded-Bracelets/363 If you are the creative type who loves working with arts and crafts and are interested in making some money while doing something you enjoy, then you should consider taking up bead designing as a career. Not only can beads be used to design jewelry for classy formal parties and beach wear but they can also be used for designs on apparel and shoes. This increases the scope and possibility of developing further. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Bead-Design--An-Enjoyable-Pastime-Or-Business-/362 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Bead-Design--An-Enjoyable-Pastime-Or-Business-/362 Beaded items are very popular nowadays. In shopping malls, department stores or designers stores, we will not fail to find lots of beautiful beaded items for sale such as bags, purses, bracelets, necklaces, wall hangings, cushion covers, etc. A lot of people find beads not only attractive but irresistible. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Beading-Is-Popular--Rewarding--Fun--Interesting-And-Enjoyable-Hand-Craft/361 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Beading-Is-Popular--Rewarding--Fun--Interesting-And-Enjoyable-Hand-Craft/361 Not only can you look great by making your own beaded jewelry you can also have a blast while you create to your heart's content. The first creation you should consider making is a beaded necklace for its elegance and simplicity. The second creation you should consider making is some beaded earrings. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Fun-Times-Making-Beaded-Jewelry/360 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Fun-Times-Making-Beaded-Jewelry/360 Bead crafting has been growing more and more popular both as a hobby and in the market. Find out if this activity is for you and whether you can start a career in it. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Get-Started-In-Bead-Crafting/208 Sun, 10 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/Get-Started-In-Bead-Crafting/208 Like all creations you have to have a starting point, and the best place to start is with designs and ideas. Sterling silver is a precious metal and this should be taken into consideration. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/BASIC-TECHNIQUES-FOR-JEWELRY-MAKING/133 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/BASIC-TECHNIQUES-FOR-JEWELRY-MAKING/133 Sterling silver is an excellent and malleable metal to work with. It melts at 1640 degrees F. and consists of 925 parts silver and 75 parts copper per thousand parts. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/WORKING-WITH-STERLING-SILVER/131 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/WORKING-WITH-STERLING-SILVER/131 The tools you purchase should last you for many years and once this outlay is out of the way you will be able to start work. The following list can be purchased from jeweler supply houses just about everywhere or through the Internet. Many tools can be purchased at your local hardware store. Initially you may not wish to outlay for the more expensive power tools until you have tried your hand at making the more basic types of jewelry. http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/RECOMMENDED-TOOLS-FOR-JEWELRY-MAKING/130 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.search-the-world.com/articles/Article/RECOMMENDED-TOOLS-FOR-JEWELRY-MAKING/130