Stones and Findings
Gemstone jewelry information and helpful advice about the accessory industry
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- A 15-Point Guide for the Independent Jewelry Artisan
A handy guide for setting up and running an independent jewelry company.
Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:02:16 -0400 - Sterling Silver Chains: From Mine Find to Accessory Necessity
A step by step exploration of silver's adventure from the depths of the Earth to the necks, wrists, and ankles of jewelry enthusiasts.
Tue, 21 Aug 2007 12:02:16 -0400 - Cubic Zirconia
It has a reputation as simply an 'imitation,' but, unbeknownst to many, Cubic Zirconia a lot to offer in its own right.
Wed, 22 Aug 2007 8:58:16 -0400 - Cleaning Gemstone Jewellery
Cleaning gemstones is somewhat like cleaning gold vermeil: you want to do the bare minimum to get the job done.
Thu, 23 Aug 2007 8:58:16 -0400 - Rhodium
Discovered in 1803 by English chemist William Hyde Wollaston, Rhodium was named by its finder after the Greek word rhodon, meaning 'rose.'
Fri, 24 Aug 2007 8:58:16 -0400 - A Brief Profile of the Canadian Accessory Industry
The accessory industry is an ever changing landscape of competition. See where you fit in, and how to compete with the rest.
Sat, 25 Aug 2007 8:58:16 -0400 - Jewellery Making Reference Charts
Handy reference charts can be a jewellery designer's best friend.
Sun, 26 Aug 2007 8:58:16 -0400 - Coral
In Ovid's canonized tale of Perseus' quest to slay Medusa, the Greek hero is not only credited with defeating the most heinous of Gorgons, but also with discovering coral for the first time...
Mon, 27 Aug 2007 8:58:16 -0400 - Saltwater vs Freshwater Pearls
When a small piece of sand or other debris gets stuck inside the mollusk's shell, it is slowly coated by layer after layer of nacre, also known as mother of pearl...
Tue, 28 Aug 2007 8:58:16 -0400 - Onyx
Legend has it that as Aphrodite, goddess of love, lay in majestic slumber on the bank of the Indus River, a playful Eros (Cupid) decided to give her an impromptu manicure with one of his trademark arrowheads...
Wed, 29 Aug 2007 8:58:16 -0400 - The Crimp (video tutorial)
The crimp is an important technique that comes in handy when making connections to finish the ends of necklaces, bracelets, and other accessories.
Wed, 29 Aug 2007 8:58:16 -0400 - Gold and Silver in the 21st Century Economy
Precious metals have always commanded the attention of both stock market traders and jewelry aficionados alike, but until recently the two have been mutually exclusive...
Thu, 30 Aug 2007 8:58:16 -0400 - Cleaning Golden Jewellery
Gold is an incredibly soft and malleable metal, and therefore requires care and sensitivity in handling...
Thu, 30 Aug 2007 8:58:16 -0400 - A 4 Part Guide for the Growing Jewellery Company
The following guide to running an effective small or midsize jewellery company hopes to provide useful advice on improving productivity, sales, costs, and competition.
Thu, 30 Aug 2007 8:58:16 -0400 - How To Care For Silver Jewellery
If treated properly, silver jewellery can last a lifetime or even several.
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