Jewelry Making Blog

Gallery Designs of Jewellery - JEM Library

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:53:22 GMT

These gallery designs have been pulled together for Fun, Inspiration, and Ideas. They show a variety of designs using Beads, various Jewelry Findings, Jewelry Stringing materials, Wires, and more.

Zippers from Crystallized - Swarovski Elements

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:34:55 GMT

Zippers from Crystallized - Swarovski Elements - unique with crystals integrated into the teeth but can be used in the same way as normal.

Plastic Beads, Acrylic Beads - stunning variety, shapes, and colours at affordable prices

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:36:20 GMT

Plastic Beads and Acrylic Beads - now in a plentitude of styles, colours, shapes, finishes by benefiting from new technologies

Crystal Beads - the miraculous and magical sparkle of crystals

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:08:55 GMT

Crystal Beads - how they sparkle, why they sparkle, and why you would love them!

Jewelry and Craft Gallery Designs extended - JEM Library

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:46:30 GMT

Jewelry Gallery Designs extened - check out the lastest creation with links to jewelry making details, photos, how-to tips.

Notes on How To Wire Wrap Small Gemstones

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:21:55 GMT

In How to Wire Wrap Small Gemstones are some basic pointers and steps on how to wire wrap little stones that have no holes in them. �I made this method up myself in an endeavour to combine wire work and the making use of smaller, non-standard sized gemstone nuggets.�

I hope you enjoy this short guide on How to Wire Wrap Small Gemstones (with no holes) and feel free to give me feedback or suggestions at any time. :)

Crochet Foldaway Bag - instructions

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 04:31:39 GMT

Following a visitor request, I have added some images and notes on how to make the Crochet foldaway bag. It is more for people who are already familiar with the basics of crochet and especially useful for anyone who is familiar with following graphical instructions employing Japanese crochet stitch icons. Please free to contact me if you have any queries. I hope you will enjoy making your own wonderful crochet foldaway bag :)

Japanese Crochet Stitches Icons/Legend

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 04:26:05 GMT

As a companion to some new crochet notes I made today, I have also put up a basic Legend for Japanese Crochet Stitches. It is fairly basic but for anyone who is not familiar with the crochet stitch icons used universally in Japanese Graphical Crochet instructions but is familiar with English Crochet terminology, this Legend for Japanese Crochet Stitches should prove useful.

Swarovski Zipper Information

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:23:10 GMT

New and detailed information on those amazing Swarovski zippers has now been added: Classic Zipper, Magic Zipper, and Brilliant Zipper.

Swarovski Zipper-Puller informaton

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 05:12:44 GMT

I have updated and added information on Swarovski's (zipper) pullers. Price guides included plus crystal color avaibility. These findings are direct from Swarovski and they are fabulous - you can use them as pullers for zippers and also in an assortment of jewelry making, arts, and crafts. :)

Special present: Handmade Hematite & Moonstone Rosary

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 07:22:22 GMT

Handmade Hematite and Moonstone Rosary
This is a special rosary. It is a surprise rosary for someone special. It also features my own handmade chainmail flexible cross (with Byzantine weave) and a variation of the Japanese Flower Chainmail design as the rosary center.

Working Notes on this Handmade Hematite & Moonsotne Rosary with Chainmail Cross

Hematite Rosary for Deep Healing

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 05:12:18 GMT

Hematite Rosary and Cross
I have found that using hematite gemstones in rosaries really adds something magical to them. More especially when the hematite beads are round and polished. Hematite themselves have deep healing and in combination with devotional rosaries, they really are made in Heaven!

Working Notes on this Handmade Hematite Rosary and Cross
To Buy Handmade Hematite Rosary and Cross

Rosary for Mommy

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 02:35:46 GMT

A Handmade Rosary & Handmade Cross for my Mom
My mommy's birthday is round the corner. And I just had to learn how to make an intricate cross for the rosary I was hoping to make here. Here it is ... all done. It employs wire wrapping, wire coiling, basic beads and delicious fluorite gemstone and Swarovski pearls and crystals. And sterling silver.

Tips on Rosary Making

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 02:35:46 GMT

Notes and Tips I have gleaned on the ins and outs of making your own rosary. This is a growing page. I hope this rosary making information will be of use to anyone who decides to journey along to discover the peace and joys of rosary making.

Quick HowTo on Making own Crosses/Crucifixes

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:21:00 GMT

How To Notes: Handmde Crosses
Finally! I have made some needed customized crosses. If you ever wanted to do the same, here are some notes and how-to tips that will help you on your way to your own customized handmade crosses/crucifixes.

Rings and Wire Wrapping

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 04:07:54 GMT

Unexpected but delightful - I have fallen in love with Rings and wire wrapping rings is delishfully yummy!

Hand Wire Wrapped Pendant with Square Wire

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 04:27:16 GMT

Hand Wire Wrap Pendant tumbled turquoise color stone
This hand wire wrapped pendant is one of the last in my Wire Wrapping Odyssey Phase I. This is where I first took out my precious square wire and gave it a test run. And fell in love with square wire. And learnt to hoard square wire!!
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Working Notes on this Hand Wire Wrapped Pendant Stone
To Buy Hand Wire Wrapped Pendant Stone

Bridal Cluster Crystal + Pearl Necklace

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 09:52:05 GMT

Bridal Cluster Crystal + Pearl Necklace
Full handmade - suitable for the bride and for cheerful summer days. Clusters of crystals and pearls on a handmade chain.

Working Info on the Bridal Cluster Necklace

Wire Wrapped and Wire Coiled Pendants

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 04:38:00 GMT

Illustrating wire coiling and wire wrapping to create pendants. Also good example of the unique freeforms shapes and curves that are characteristic of working with wire.

Saying goodbye to Steve Jobs

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 06:14:52 GMT

Though one would never think of Steve Jobs and Jewelry Making in the same thought sentence, yet without a doubt Steve Jobs was one of the most visionary and creative minds of our times and I cannot help but feel I need to honour and mention him today. Thank you Mr Jobs.

Illustrated Jewelry Making and Beads Library

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 06:10:34 GMT

Free information on jewelry making, beads, stringing materials, and tools. Includes glossary, illustrated techniques, gallery designs, information articles.

Crystal Effects - amazingly beautiful. Pictures and lots of finishes

Sat, 11 Jun 2011 08:41:35 GMT

Detailing crystal effects, coatings, and finishes from Aurore Borealis to many others. Pictures and details provided for identification and your enjoyment.

Gallery Designs: Bracelets and Anklets - JEM Library

Sat, 11 Jun 2011 06:33:26 GMT

These free gallery designs are inspirational bracelets and anklets made with beads of various materials, colours, and sizes.

Crystallized - Swarovski Elements

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 01:10:18 GMT

Crystallized - Swarovski Elements: the new platform and brand that focuses and pushes the company's core products.

Jewelry Findings - enough jewelry making findings to fill you with choice and happiness

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:23:22 GMT

Discover the rich and varied world of Jewelry Findings and how much there is to help you create your perfect masterpieces of jewelry

About JEM Library - About Us

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 16:13:29 GMT

About JEM Library - our purpose and why you want this site if you are into any form of jewelry making.

Beads For Jewelry Making: to Buy Beads, to Make, Beads References

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 13:24:16 GMT

All kiinds of information about Beads for jewelry making; from Buying, Making Beads, finding out about beads

Swarovski Fashion Trend - Spring/Summer 2009

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 03:58:17 GMT

Swarovski works closely with industry experts to bring spot-on fashion and style predictions for Spring Summer 2009

Swarovski - Excellence in Precision Crystals

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:40:08 GMT

Swarovski is the top luxury brand name for timeless, precision-cut lead crystal glass products. The name Swarovski is the synonym for precision-cut crystals.

Pandora Jewelry information from JEM Library

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 05:03:57 GMT

Pandora Jewelry - what is it and how to use it. History and pictures.

Niobium information from JEM Library

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 13:08:12 GMT

Niobium provides a wide and colourful world of beauty and opportunity to creative jewelers and artisans. Find out more about this metal and how you can widen your range of metal expertise.

How to Organise Earrings - Tips and Tricks from JEM Library

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 10:34:36 GMT

Clever ways on how to store and organise earrings. Organisation using common items around the house.

Earring Finding and Earring Components - what are they and where to find them

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 09:11:39 GMT

Huge Variety of earring finding aka earring component. Discover the huge variety of jewelry findings that enhance every piece of earring you could desire.

Gold-filled detailed information - from JEM Library

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 06:55:52 GMT

What is gold-filled, what is it made of, and how is it different from the other types of gold materials.

Vermeil - silver gilt, what is it?

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 05:48:25 GMT

Find out what Vermeil is, is it for you? One of the many luxury jewelry finding items you might just have to have

Gold, Vermeil, Gold-filled, Rolled Gold - Buying Guide

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 05:14:10 GMT

A Buying Guide to various gold items. What is difference between vermeil, gold-filled, rolled gold, and others.

Gold information from JEM Library

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 04:50:03 GMT

Gold? What is karat or carat? The ins and outs of the many levels of gold purity. Learn more about this precious metal to fully inform yourself before making any such purchases.

Ring Size chart - How to find the right ring size

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 06:58:59 GMT

Correct ring size chart and how-to steps will help you get a perfect fit for your rings.

Swarovski Single Stone Setting - 17704 Round

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:48:32 GMT

Swarovski Single Stone Settings range includes glorious DIY Findings as well as Round Stones and Fancy Stones that are set in a metal cup. They are available in a delectable variety of ring conbinations and back configurations.

jem Jewelry Making Glossary - M to R

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:36:05 GMT

Terms and Definitions in Jewelry Making - from Beads, Findings, Supplies

Glass Beads - all types of glass beads

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:59:18 GMT

Huge variety and range of glass beads. What they are, their names, how they are made, where to buy glass beads.

Crystal Pendants from Crystallized - Swarovski Elements

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 10:42:11 GMT

Pendants from Crystallized - Swarovski Elements are glorious crystal pendants in timelss elegance of various cuts and effects.

How-to finish: calotte multistrand jewelry - JEM Library

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 14:50:10 GMT

Calotte Multistrand Jewelry: Illustrated Step-by-step guide using calottes in multistrand jewelry piece. Many ways to finish beading wire and jewelry thread

Finishing with Calotte Crimp; How-to - JEM Library

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 14:35:09 GMT

Calotte Crimp: Illustrated Step-by-step guide using calottes to finish beading wire and jewelry thread

Bone Beads - natural beads from bones

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:04:37 GMT

Unique bone beads are popular for trendy bead amulets and in jewelry making. But what is the difference between bone and ivory?

JEM-Google Search Results at JEM Library

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 04:14:07 GMT

Free information on jewelry making, beads, stringing materials, and tools. Includes glossary, illustrated techniques, gallery designs, information articles.

Crimping Pliers How to Use - JEM Library

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 18:26:23 GMT

Crimping Pliers and how to use them. Crimp Plierswill help curve your crimp beads so that the wearer of your jewelry piece will not feel any sharp and annoying edges; which lessens the value of your jewelry. If you have never used Crimping Pliers, it may take a bit of practice to get the hang of it but it will be worth every effort