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With more than 15 years of experiences working with jewelry designers at different levels, I have accumulated much jewelry making knowledge and insights regarding how to launch, market and sell jewelry line in retail and wholesale. A blog is the best way to share that valuable information with anyone who is interested in jewelry making and jewelry business.
The Expanding World of Permanent Jewelry
In the dynamic realm of fashion and adornment, the concept of permanent jewelry has carved out a niche that marries elegance with permanence. Underst… Read More
Edison Pearls are a ground-breaking achievement in the farmed pearl industry. Named after notable inventor Thomas Edison, who once proclaimed “there are two th… Read More
The Search For The Right Clasp
When venturing out for a jewelry purchase, we tend to focus on the gems and the style and forget one of the most important components: the clasp.
While the cla… Read More
Selecting the right materials for your jewelry designs is crucial as it not only impacts the aesthetics of your pieces but also determines their quality and durability. Gold-filled and gold… Read More
Are you about to get engaged or walk down the aisle in the year 2021 after waiting for years for the most special day of your life with someone special? If your answer is a big yes, it's tim… Read More
Jewelry plays an essential role when it comes to complimenting your outfit. You want to ensure that your jewelry stays in perfect shape at all times. Having your necklaces mixed up and knott… Read More
Etsy Search Changes in 2018
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If getting your listing to appear in the first page of Etsy search results was difficult before, it just got a lot harder in 2018. Many ETSY seller… Read More
Selling crafts and handmade jewelry or goods are not for the faint of heart. It’s a highly competitive field that requires not only creativity but also dedication and the… Read More
To be blunt, the future of small jewelry business seems bleak. Well, at least for now. Can it get any brighter?
Generally, the jewelry niche looks impressively lucrative. In the… Read More
Gold vermeil has been increasing in popularity but many consumers and even some sellers often confuse Gold Vermeil with Vermeil Style or gold over sterling silver. Let’s l… Read More
How to Care for Sterling Silver Jewelry
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From casual wear to glamorous events, sterling silver jewelry has become a stylish and versatile fashion accessory. However… Read More
Open/Close Jumprings
Material:Â jump rings, assorted
Tools: bent chain nose pliers
Jump rings are an essential component in jewelry making. Found in many gauges, sizes, shapes and… Read More
Wire wrapped gemstone bar
Material: beads, 2 inches 26 gauge wire, chain
Tools: round nose pliers, bent chain nose pliers, chain nose pliers, measuring tool
The gemstone bar is a trending st… Read More
Jump rings are essential components of jewelry making, especially open jump rings. It connects different parts of jewelry. When purchasing jump rings, it’s imp… Read More
Finding a reliable wholesale jewelry supplier who offers high-quality supplies at competitive prices is critical for a jewelry designer or a small jewelry business owner, especia… Read More
Basic Jewelry Findings Terms
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Findings:Â The component parts and materials used to complete a piece of jewelry.
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Bail: Components … Read More
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There are many different types of chains for jewelry making, in this blog we'll delve into what these chains can do and how they play a pivotal role in defining the style and c… Read More
If you're reading this, you probably have some interest in jewelry wire - that's great! Jewelry making is a popular hobby, and for a good reason! It can be incredibly rewarding to take a pie… Read More
What is permanent jewelry?
As the name suggests, permanent jewelry is permanent. You can’t take it off like traditional jewelry. Instead of clasps at the end… Read More
Every time you add jump rings to your jewelry, your mind unconsciously reverts to all the discussions you have recently read about open and closed-ended solder jump rings.
While… Read More
What is Gold Vermeil?
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Gold vermeil has been increasing in popularity but interestingly enough, not many people know what this is. Although vermeil might seem like a new trend… Read More
Knotted Head Pin
Making your own headpins is an essential skill in jewelry making, this tutorial will demonstrate how to make a headpin with a lovely knotted end and how to wire… Read More
Many jewelry designers and artisans struggle with pricing their jewelry. Whether you are making and selling jewelry as a hobby or for business purposes, you must know how to price your jewel… Read More
- What is Gold-Filled jewelry?Â
Gold Filled jewelry has a core metal with a thick layer of 14k gold bonded over it using heat and pressure. Because of this the gold doesnâ… Read More
Silver jewelry has always been a part of different traditions and cultures around the globe. This timeless metal is still popular among GenZ and millennials. The antique and vint… Read More
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You love jewelry. You need a job. You know there are plenty of opportunities available and that you would be happy working in the jewelry industry. However, maybe youâ&eu… Read More
Video marketing is a new reality, and brands have already been encashing on this fact. One recent research has indicated that 84% of the customers are more likely to buy the product after wa… Read More
Types of Adjustable Necklaces
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Finding the right necklace length can be frustrating, especially if you love a particular chain but can only wear it with certain necklines or pen… Read More
How to use a Pinch Bail Connector
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This video demonstrates basic skills to use a pinch bail connector. A pinch bail connector is a finding that allows you to create pendants wit… Read More
Jewelry chains – one of the loveliest, most used, and often the most leftover items in a designer’s chest. Wouldn’t you a… Read More
Introducing our NEWÂ Sterling Silver Diamond Cut Bead Chain!
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We are so excited to finally be able to put this gorgeous Diamond Cut Bead Chain onto our site. This ch… Read More
Gold and silver price are soaring in the last couple of months. Silver price went from $12 in March 2020 to $29 in August 2020 (242% increase), and the gold price went from $1470 per ounce t… Read More
Headpins
Headpins are a component used in jewelry making most often when using beads to making earrings, adding wrapped beads to finished chains and making pendants. Headpins are found in di… Read More
Gold has been a captivating precious metal since ancient times and a favored material for jewelry making ever since, due to its rich natural yellow color. Pure gold has commonly been associ… Read More
Many jewelry designers prefer using Cabochon when making their designs. Cabochon may be new to you and you may be wondering how it can be used to make jewels. You may already know the basics… Read More
How to make a Tassel Pendant
Materials: 26 gauge half hard round wire (207002), 2mm tiny cable chain (101020), bead cap ( 210005), bead (211015-4), 2 pearls, closed bail (219010)
All metal m… Read More
Basic Skills - Connector Charms
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Connector charms and links are ver popular, versatile findings in jewelry making. They can be found in all sorts of shapes, sizes, embellishment… Read More
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An important aspect of a jewelry piece design is the clasp. The clasp may not be the most noticeable component but it is the most functional when it comes to wear… Read More
Magnetic Clasps
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Clasps are an essential part of most jewelry making, not only for their design but more importantly for their functionality. Â&nbs… Read More
Types of Earring Findings
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1. Post/Stud
Stud earrings are simple earrings that consist of a straight post that goes through the ear piercing and has a small adornmen… Read More
Most jewelry designers face challenges in getting their jewelry with an even gold color across all their jewelry components. They find that even the simplest jewelry design comes with a vari… Read More
Many jewelry designers would want to make jewelry using different types of metals wonder on which metals would bring the best returns. Finding the perfect piece of jewelry presen… Read More
While you're visiting the amazing wholesale jewelry making supplies website, get jewelry-making tips from industry experts; be inspired and read free step-by-step jewelry project… Read More
A bezel setting is a way of enclosing a gemstone within a metal frame. A small ring can be soldered on the frame to make it into a bezel pendant or bezel charm. More than one rin… Read More
Did you know that a good quality polishing cloth can help prevent silver jewelry from tarnishing? Well, sterling silver will tarnish over time if proper care is not taken. Hence, the need fo… Read More
Being in the jewelry-making business is no easy feat, especially if the jewelry is hand-made and represents designs created and inspired by your thoughts.
There will always be th… Read More
Don’t we all love our silver jewelry? The brilliance, luster, and versatility it brings to make us go crazy about it. This is why many of us find tarnish on our silver pie… Read More
We just came back from the second biggest jewelry trade show in the western hemisphere: the JIS Miami Show. Once again, it has confirmed one of the hottes… Read More
Adding an extender Chain
Material: 101014 2 inch extender ( 3x4 mm strong cable chain), 20 gauge 4mm jumpring, chain for anklet (101003), lobs… Read More
 AnnouncementÂ
AZ Findings is excited to announce it will be at the International Gem & Jewelry Show the weekend of May 18th-20th in Chantilly, Virginia. The Inte… Read More
Starting a jewelry business is no doubt an exciting venture, but one that comes with a share of challenges, and a learning curve. Everyone in the jewelry business knows the value… Read More
Gold plating is a common thing we all have to deal with in the jewelry business. Â Often, we run into some terminologies or measurement units that sound similar and it can get con… Read More
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As a wholesale jewelry supplier, we work with thousands of designers around the world and we are able to notice when there are ups and downs in their sales, as it… Read More
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Holiday sales are crucial to jewelry businesses as they are a big percentage of the annual total sales for… Read More
Sliding Beads
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Sliding beads are the perfect finding for jewelry makers who want their pieces to be customizable and unique. This is due to the sliding beads inner silicone laye… Read More
Written by Abby Holt. Abby created Craftability to inspire you to put your own crafting abilities to good use, whether it’s painting, j… Read More
Amazon is now the number one go-to marketplace for many online shoppers. Since Amazon handmade was launched in 2015, many Etsy sellers have expanded their business to Amazon. The huge traffi… Read More
Check out all the wire wrapped cultured freshwater pearls we have here at AZ Findings: https://www.azfindings.com/search?q=wire+wrapped&cid=0&pf=&pt=&… Read More
Your birthday has a corresponding position of the Sun. This position and transits of other planets passed down a set of personality traits to you. This position determines your z… Read More
How to use a Beading Chain
Materials: 1mm tiny curb chain (101001), tube ends ( 213001), clasp, beads
Tools: Bent chain nose pliers, chain cutters
Using a beading chain is at the very base… Read More
Exploring Metal Options for Jewelry Chains: A Comprehensive Guide
When it comes to jewelry making, selecting the right metal for chains is crucial to ensure both aesthetic appeal and durabil… Read More
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Standard Bail
The standard bail uses simple tension to keep the bail opening closed. You can push it open and slip a pendant onto it and then let it go. Once y… Read More
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There are a lot of articles talking about how to test silver. Many techniques are only suitable for silver bars and silver coins. Testing silver jewelry or findings is unique… Read More
Our line of Bezel Gemstones is a collection of beautiful faceted stones within a silver or gold bezel frame.
Gemstones, even the most common of stones are recreated by man using a variety of… Read More
Simple Loop
Material: Bead, 26 gauge wire- half hard
Tools: Chain nose pliers, round nose pliers, cutters
Wire wrapping beads and pearls is a technique every jewelry maker should now. The ab… Read More