All posts by gavin

  • Daily Wire Tip March 16: Handling Swarovski Crystals Beads

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 16, 2010 Question: I bought a Swarovski crystal assortment in a store, when I got home I found out that almost 5 crystals broke due to mishandling (my mishandling) and the...

    • Posted March 16, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 15: How to Use Jewelers Rouge

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 15, 2010 Question: I received some jewelers rouge that was included in a jewelry-making starter kit I bought a while back.  Can you tell me how to use it correctly to...

    • Posted March 15, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 14: Hook Opening on Wire Bracelets

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 14, 2010 Question: Dale, in your book, you show making the bracelet so the hook opening points away from the wrist.  Other bracelet patterns often show the hook pointing toward the...

    • Posted March 14, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 13: Planning Wire Length

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 13, 2010 Question: I measure the amount of wire I need for a 7″ bracelet, but after it is done it ends up as a 5-6″ bracelet. Am I wrapping the...

    • Posted March 13, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 12: Hole Sizes in Beads

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 12, 2010 Question: How can I tell the size of the hole in the bead?  I am working with 18 gauge wire.  Most beads don’t fit. Answer: When you are purchasing beads...

    • Posted March 12, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 11: What are Horse Cutters?

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 11, 2010 Question: In some instructions they recommend horse cutters for 14ga and larger wire. What exactly are they and where would you buy them? Answer: The only answer I can...

    • Posted March 11, 2010
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    Daily Wire Tip: Ideas for Inexpensive Jewelry

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip Question: I live in an area that doesn’t seem to want to pay more than $20.00 for anything so I’ve been using silver-plate and gold-plate to make my items…What kind of items...

    • Posted March 10, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 9: What is Blue Ocean Stone?

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 09, 2010 Question: I recently had a customer ask if I have a “Blue Ocean” or “Ocean Blue” stone.  She would like a pendant made out of this stone  I can...

    • Posted March 9, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 8: How to Determine if Pattern Uses Flat or Round Wire

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 08, 2010 Question: If the instruction says 20-gauge dead soft wire or 26-gauge dead soft wire, how do you know if you use flat, round etc. Answer: If you have a...

    • Posted March 8, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 7: What is Quilter`s Tape?

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 07, 2010 Question: What is quilter`s tape? Answer:   Quilter’s tape is an adhesive tape that was made for the seamstress, as a way to hold quilting projects together while stitching....

    • Posted March 7, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 6: Tips for Working with 18G Wire

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 06, 2010 Question: I found some cuff bracelets made with very large gauge (18) wire & am trying my hand at it. Any tips you can give me on working with...

    • Posted March 6, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 5: Difference Between Silver Plate and Sterling Silver

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 05, 2010 Question: I have made rings with sterling silver wire. In less a then a week all the silver was gone. I am having to replace the rings. The ring turns...

    • Posted March 5, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 4: Alternative to Chain for Necklaces

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 04, 2010 Question: I have purchased some cut glass pendants and would like to know how to make a chain of sorts to hang them from for necklaces.  I do not...

    • Posted March 4, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 3: Wrapping Small Stones

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 03, 2010 Question: I was given two very fiery opal cabs that measure 9 x 6 mm.  Can I wire wrap something this size and this fragile?  What else can I...

    • Posted March 3, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 2: How to Win Awards for Jewerly Design

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 02, 2010 Question: This isn’t about wire, but about doing shows.  We participate in many shows that give awards for Best in Show, 3-Dimensional Art Wearable, and etc. What exactly are...

    • Posted March 2, 2010
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  • Daily Wire Tip March 1: Storing Your Jewelry

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip March 01, 2010 Question: I would like to know what you think is the best way to store your Sterling Silver and Gold Filled Jewelry in between shows and sales. Answer: For...

    • Posted March 1, 2010
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