Sometimes things…align. Just as I’m getting back into setting stones using PMC (Precious Metal Clay), Mitsubishi releases a new clay that is PERFECT for making bezels. I’m referring to PMC Flex. I couldn’t have wished for a more appropriate product. This is kind of a technical blog post, hope my PMC peeps dig it. (Please leave a comment if you do!) I still use the same technique that I came up with a decade ago and that was first published in Lapidary Journal in ‘05. I then refined things and came up with some variations for Tim McCreight’s book PMC Technic in ’07. If you don’t have the book, the digital version was just released for sale through the Apple Ibooks Store, Amazon (for Kindle) and plays on almost any phone, tablet or computer. The “Kahn Bezel” (as some have called it) is made up of scanning a cab, printing it 118% larger and using that template to make your back sheet. I still use PMC Plus for this (cause why not, it works great for this purpose and is less expensive than the newer clays). Originally I used PMC Paper for the bezel because it was available, uniformly thin and created a great bezel wall. Then I moved to using PMC Plus or PMC3 because of the length limitation of the PMC Paper and because I wanted to create textured bezel walls. Rolling those clays super thin was difficult but even more difficult was handling them when dry. This little Flipagram illustrates me making a bezel from start to finish. First I would roll out a snake of clay at 2 cards and then drop down to 3 pieces of paper on each side and roll onto my texture. Then I would cut bezel strips and I let them dry. (They need to dry so they don’t get hurt while working with them and so they stand up without flopping over.) Then I would re-wet the one side so it would become soft and flexible and bend it around the back sheet and mark where to cut it. I would sand beveled ends on the strip and in that time, it would dry and become rigid again and potentially break. I would wet it on the inside again and bend it around the back sheet, this time adhering it to the back sheet as I bent it around. PMC Flex allows me to avoid some steps. I can simply let it dry and then it is super bendy and flexible - no cracking! It’s amazing that something so thin can be so pliable and worry free! So now, once it’s dry I can take my strip and bend it around, mark it, cut it, sand the ends, bend it around again and attach it to my back sheet, saving those re-wetting steps and saving me from holding my breath! What a treat! Once fired, it is rigid and acts just like any bezel wall, I use a bezel roller followed by a steel burnisher to set my stone. PMC Flex is so flexible that it is challenging to sand but for the purpose of making a bezel it is perfect. I’m loving setting stones again. I have 3 new turquoise pendants in my Etsy shop and more on the way!
14K Yellow Gold Necklace (Matching Earrings and Ring Available) Diamonds 1 - 0.045cts TP 4 - 0.083cts Malachite 1 - 0.715cts Weight 1.451g With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which creates modern jewellery masterpieces suitable for every day life. It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that reason that we choose to only work with high-quality, enduring materials that can almost immediately turn into family heirlooms. From our selection of precious metals set with genuine precious stones, you can be assured that NATKINA is for everyday life and FOREVER. With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which creates modern jewellery masterpieces suitable for every day life. It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that reason that we choose to only work with high-quality, enduring materials that can almost immediately turn into family heirlooms. From our selection of precious metals set with genuine precious stones, you can be assured that NATKINA is for everyday life and FOREVER.
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A comprehensive guide on gemstone setting techniques in metal clay before and after firing. Learn which stones are safe to fire in place and how to set them in fresh, dried or fired metal clay.
The Lola necklace by Enamel Copenhagen is a fine chain with small enamels. The necklace adds a lovely detail to any outfit and can be combined with other necklaces beautifully. Available in several colors. Be aware not to wear our Lola styles when showering and sleeping or too close to perfumes and lotion, as the enamel may change their color and structure. Our jewelry is made from precious metals, stones, and pearls. We use 925 sterling silver, and our gold plating are 18K solid gold. We also work with freshwater pearls and zircons. All the colored pearls on our jewelry are made with hand painted enamel. Color: Dreamy. Quality: 18k gold-plated 925 sterling silver and enamel. Read more Brand Enamel Copenhagen
Product Description A semi precious red coral and 18ct gold vermeil beads. Made here in the Kaaren Buchanan studio. The beads measure approximately 2-3 mm. Several lengths are available. All our beaded jewellery is made and designed in the UK by Kaaren Buchanan and her team of artisans. We only use precious metals and semi precious stones in our timeless pieces and we want you to treasure your jewellery so we have made them hypoallergenic and brass free. Please note that because this is a hand made necklace it may take an extra day or two during this busy time. If you need the necklace made urgently please do contact me here [email protected]
The detail in our Pisces earrings bring the ocean to its wearer, honoring the relation between sea and land by offering a portrait in earth's precious metals and stones. Rubies speak to our inner softness and physical sensibility. Burgeoning with sanguine and rosy color, these stones are charged with vitality and emotional potency. As one of the cardinal gemstones, they are salient, dynamic and saturated in living energy. Diamonds, rooted in the Greek ἀδάμας (unalterable, untamable) are well known for their incomparable strength and capacity to scatter and intensify light. They bestow their extraordinary resilience and power on their wearer, and epitomize the pursuit of perfection. Shop the matching Pisces necklace here.
18k gold plated necklace with beads and charms. Measures 15" with 2" extender.
21 Apatite aus Russland 9,88 ct - Rundschliff - ca. 5 mm 925er Sterling Silber - ca. 14,99 g Gesamtkaratgewicht: 9,88 ct. Armband - ca. 19 cm
The Philosopher's Stone was the most sought-after gold in the world of research according to the legend the Philosopher's Stone Can Turn Metals Into Precious Gold!
A comprehensive guide on gemstone setting techniques in metal clay before and after firing. Learn which stones are safe to fire in place and how to set them in fresh, dried or fired metal clay.
The detail in our Pisces earrings bring the ocean to its wearer, honoring the relation between sea and land by offering a portrait in earth's precious metals and stones. Rubies speak to our inner softness and physical sensibility. Burgeoning with sanguine and rosy color, these stones are charged with vitality and emotional potency. As one of the cardinal gemstones, they are salient, dynamic and saturated in living energy. Diamonds, rooted in the Greek ἀδάμας (unalterable, untamable) are well known for their incomparable strength and capacity to scatter and intensify light. They bestow their extraordinary resilience and power on their wearer, and epitomize the pursuit of perfection. Shop the matching Pisces necklace here.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION A perfect layering necklace made of hand cut lapis beads and our signature 18ct gold filled beads. Different lengths are available in this style. This necklace was designed and made in the UK by Kaaren Buchanan. All our beaded jewellery is made and designed in the UK by Kaaren Buchanan and her team of artisans. We only use precious metals and semi precious stones in our timeless pieces and we want you to treasure your jewellery so we have made them hypoallergenic. Please note that because this is a hand made necklace it may take an extra day or two during this busy time. If you need the necklace made urgently please do contact me here [email protected]
Gemstones are perfect for making your work special - but not all can be used with metal clay. Find out what stones can be fired with metal clay in our blog.
For a long time, for centuries, perhaps even millennia, the gemstone was considered to be essentially a mineral substance; whether it was diamond or metal, precious stone or gold, it always came from the earth’s depth, from that sombre and fiery
The details of our Pisces charm returns the wearer to the ocean, honoring the relationship between land and sea through an aquatic portrait in earth's precious metals and stones. Rubies speak to our inner softness and physical sensibility. Burgeoning with sanguine and rosy color, these stones are charged with vitality and emotional potency. As one of the cardinal gemstones, they are salient, dynamic and saturated in living energy. Diamonds, rooted in the Greek ἀδάμας (unalterable, untamable) are well known for their incomparable strength and capacity to scatter and intensify light. They bestow their extraordinary resilience and power on their wearer, and epitomize the pursuit of perfection. Shop the complete Pisces necklace here.
Aufgereihtes Armband mit Süßwasserperlen und verschiedenen Halbedelsteinen. Auf die Details kommt es an! Farben: Grün, Gold, Türkis, Blau, Orange und Beige. Materialien: Süßwasserperle, Jade, Achat, Glas und vergoldetes, nickelfreies Metall. Größe: ca. 18 cm
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Product Description A mini version of our classic disc. The disc measures 1 cm across and hangs from a 40 cm rolo chain. Both the disc and chain are made of 18ct gold vermeil. All our jewellery is designed in the UK by Kaaren Buchanan and her team of artisans. We only use precious metals and semi precious stones in our timeless pieces and we want you to treasure your jewellery so we have made them hypoallergenic and brass free.
We love fine bracelets. The Delicate bracelets are fine bracelets made of Miyuki beads, each with a pattern that has been thought out with great care.Adjustable in length from 16 to 19 cm.Handmade in Holland by Mint15.Boho Style * Designer information: This handmade collection is produced with great care and precision. The materials vary from precious stones, wood, glass, Swarovski stones and metal amulets (no precious metals as real silver or gold) - elaborated into great design quality. Most of the items have an extension chain on the closure, so the size is adjustable.
Product Description A fine blue turquoise, green turquoise and pearl beaded necklace with small gold vermeil beads. The necklace measures approximately 40 cm with a 5 cm extension. Please do email us here [email protected] if you would like the necklace made longer or shorter. We use precious metals and semi precious stones in our timeless jewellery and we want you to treasure your pieces so we have made them hypoallergenic and brass free.
Elegant and simple antique style stone or shell pendant on an 18" antiqued silver or brass chain. Choose the stone and the metal finish. I can adjust the chain length if you prefer a different length. Just leave a note with the purchase. I do not recommend wearing this jewelry while bathing or swimming.
Bracelet of fine cord dark green and in the middle row of beads.One size fits all, with a sliding button for the right length.Handmade in Holland by Mint15.Boho Style * Designer information: This handmade collection is produced with great care and precision. The materials vary from precious stones, wood, glass, Swarovski stones and metal amulets (no precious metals as real silver or gold) - elaborated into great design quality. Most of the items have an extension chain on the closure, so the size is adjustable.
Our earrings are made in a series of noble and hypoallergenic metals plus 18kt gold plating. Classic Collection includes the most traditional and simple pieces. Those that never go out of fashion, and are suitable for any occasion. It is not about continuity pieces, but to show fidelity to the basics that are always a success. Some sub-collections: Sargasso: Inspired by the Sargasso Sea. The coiled chains represent the tides and the shipwreck of boats in these mystical areas. Reef: Inspired by the famous and dangerous reef ring of the islands. The shape of the pieces represents the oysters found under the sea. Mangrove: Inspired by the wide range of blues that surround the Bermuda Islands, where they recreate in their silhouette the shapes and reflections resulting from the mixture of crystal clear waters with white sand. Humpback Collection Its round shape comes from the humpback whale and the shape it creates in the sea when it surfaces. Its easy snap closure allows you to combine it in the second and third holes and create unique combinations. Small details make the difference.
• Necklace • Brass/nylon • Available in:14K gold plating, platinum plating • Nylon chain: 70" L • Imported • Michael Kors jewelry is made of precious metals combined with various elements including semi-precious stones. Apply perfume and cosmetics prior to putting on your jewelry. To clean your jewelry, wipe with the soft buffing cloth provided. Keep your jewelry away from moisture as it promotes tarnish. We recommend storing your jewelry in a clean, dry place, such as the pouch that the product comes in. • Style # MKJ8078
Our handwoven straw minaudières are bold and joyful for our Spring 2023 Collection in yellow, bright pink and an animal print motif embroidery. Spring 2023 makes us want to dance and sing and celebrate. It’s a season in bloom. Straw minaudière with hand-embroidered zebra motif and semi-precious stone top closure New rectangular design Interior gold metal chain shoulder strap Lined in cotton Dust bag included Color: Natural / Brown Height: 3.25" Length: 8.5" Depth: 2" *Please note that the embroidery colors may vary due to the natural, vegetable-dyed raffia fibers
Strung bracelet with beads of precious stones in warm colors. The special lock provides an extra nice detail and again: it's all in the details! Materials: Jade, rose quartz, agate, amazonite and gold-plated nickel-free metal. Size: approx. 18-19 cm
The intricate curves and ripples of semi-precious stones and fossils appear throughout Fornasetti's work, with the hypnotic curves becoming synonymous with the Fornasetti canon. The iconic Malachite is presented in unique luminous mineral shades as well as the arresting, Fornasetti classics for a captivating interior option. Width x Length: 52 cm x 10.05 m Pattern Repeat: 64 cm Match: Half Drop
A thoughtful gift to give or receive, the Nyra Ring is a special piece to love. Expertly crafted with a metal base, this stunning design features glass crystals and genuine semi precious malachite cabochons, providing a glistening touch to those who wear it. This is a capsule collection designed with Sequin, a female-founded jewelry brand based in New York City. Product Details – Metal Casting with Glass Crystals and Genuine Semi-Precious Malachite Cabochon– Handmade in New York & Rhode Island– Style Exclusive Care Instructions – Clean your jewelry with a soft, dry cloth that is free of any liquids or chemicals.– When applying lotions, perfumes and cosmetics, allow to completely dry before putting on your jewelry.– Avoid wearing your jewelry in the shower, swimming and in other water activities.– Store your jewelry in your jewelry box. Free Delivery & Easy Returns We offer free ground shipping on all U.S. orders and free returns within 30 days on all eligible merchandise. See more details here.
Often mistaken for some other precious stones, Tourmaline comes in a wide range of colours, in subtle mineral colours. It has inspired this exquisite wallpaper with small palm leaves embellished by metallic overprinting. With a different colour for each reference, it delicately follows the contours.
At the time of me writing this there are 532 posts on the Metalsmith Society feed (glorious, right?!?) however that makes it very challenging to scroll through to find a tip. While I work on a solution for finding tips, I thought I would start compiling some of the most popular posts. This article will showcase some of
Fine openwork bracelet with a delicate feminine look. This beautiful bracelet is handmade with by our talented artisans, comes in full gold and has a high risk of becoming your 'everyday' bracelet. Size length: 16,5 - 18,5 cm (adjustable) Brass 14K gold IBU button Delicate gold plated irregular beads with a special coating PE10 Gold plating is the process where a thin layer of gold is bonded onto a base metal. By taking proper care of gold plated jewelry you can extend its life. Please use these steps: Keep gold plated jewelry away from chemicals, oils and make up. Take off gold plated jewelry before swimming and bathing. Do not spray on perfume while wearing your gold plated jewelry. Wear your jewelry after you have sprayed on your favourite perfume.
