Why does sterling wire cost more than the daily silver market price you hear on the news?
byWe hear the daily silver price on the news each morning, today it was $27.92 per ounce. Yet sterling silver wire today is priced…
Metalsmith
Make It vs. Buy It : The Jewelry Findings Conundrum
byIs it cheaper to make your own basic silver findings like jump rings and earwires? Does it make sense? We did the math for you on a couple of examples. Check it out in our latest blog.
A Healthy Dose of Metalsmithing Inspiration at the SNAG Conference
byI just attended my first SNAG Metalsmithing conference. It was amazing! Check out my overview including some of the highlights from the event.
2011 Finalist Profile: Kendra Renee Jewelry Design
byMeet one of last year’s Halstead Grant finalists, Kendra Renee Jewelry Design. Stunning metalsmithing work you have to see for yourself!
Bead & Button Show
byI just booked my flight for the Bead & Button Show in June. I registered for classes months ago so this was long overdue….
Chainmaille Artist and Author: Laura Poplin
byEnchainements was a 2010 Copper Finalist for The Halstead Grant. Jewelry designer Laura Poplin started out in the industry as a traditional chainmaille artist…
Joana Miranda Studio: Talent to Spare
byJoana Miranda brings a fascinating background to the bench as a jewelry artist. Born in Portugal, Miranda was a professional violinist and violist before…
RockLove: Breaking All the Rules
byEverything about RockLove designer Allison Hourcade screams “ENERGY!” with a capital “E.” Her line is a frenetic compilation of original works and collaborations with…
EC Design Studio – An Impressive New Jewelry Talent
byEC Design Studio is an emerging jewelry studio to watch. Emily Johnson’s brilliant collections will surely be available in fine galleries all over the…
Joy O and Studio 3579
byJoy O Designs has taken the accessories world by storm. The work of Joy Opfer is everywhere! Celebrities, stylists and fashion magazines have clamored…