There are lots of flashy elements that go into making jewellery with the beads being front and centre. Clasps can come in ornate and beautiful forms and chain can add something to a piece. But none of it would quite as well if it wasn’t for a small finding that holds everything together – the…
Memory wire bracelets are a popular choice for DIY jewellery because of the low cost and how easy they are to make. Memory wire is a flexible metal that has been shaped into thin coils, making it perfect for creating lightweight, durable pieces of jewellery! Let’s look at what you need and how to make…
So, you have a range of products, you know who your target market is and you have your pricing structure organised. You are ready to embark on the Etsy journey and start your first shop – it’s very exciting! But before you launch there are some little tips to watch for and mistakes to avoid…
Whether you want to make a necklace yourself or simply want to understand what jewellery makers use to make their products, the conversion will often start with beading wire. This is simple wire for beading that is flexible and strong, is available in different colours and has a nylon coating to make the beads slide…
The idea of a certain gemstone being associated with a certain month of the year is a common concept but there are also certain flowers that are associated with the months. Some of these associations are based on when the flowers bloom as well as their traditional associations and other occasions that take place during…
There’s no doubt that in a lot of handmade jewellery styles, the clasp is the most important part of the necklace. It is the piece that keeps everything around the neck or wrist, finishing the item and can even be a part of the design. When you are shopping for handmade jewellery, you will often…