Learn all you need to about lobster clasps. We break down their constructions, benefits, and tips for soldering near a clasp.

Lobster Claw Clasps: All You Need to Know

Learn all you need to about lobster claw clasps. What are lobster claw clasps? How are they best used in jewelry designs?

All you need to know about spring ring clasps – we cover the construction, benefits, and tips for the proper care and usage.

by Sylvie Alusitz

Spring Ring Clasps: All you Need to Know

Learn everything you need to about spring rings to help you make an informed decision. This post covers the construction, the benefits, and tips for the proper care and usage.

Jewelry plating explained! Learn about the process and why jewelers and manufacturers use plating.

by Sylvie Alusitz

Jewelry Plating: Why and How it’s Used - lock

This blog explains the process of metal plating, why jewelers and manufacturers use it, and some general information to help you make informed decisions on purchasing and production.

Soldering gold-filled can be problematic. It requires knowledge and training. Read this article for how to solder gold-filled jewelry.

by Erica Stice

Soldering Gold-Filled: Tips for Success - lock

We receive more questions about gold-filled items than any other products here at Halstead. This piece will focus on how to solder gold-filled jewelry items and the issues that may arise. We will also discuss other hot topics dealing with gold-filled items such as sanding, filing, and cleaning.

Learn how to finish jewelry chain to make necklaces or bracelets from bulk footage chain lengths. See how to solder chains for secure clasp connections.

by Erica Stice

How to Make Chain Necklaces & Bracelets

Find instructions and tips on how to make chain necklaces and bracelets! Large and small chain links are covered including different chain styles and finishing techniques.

Liver of sulfur is perfect for adding oxidized patinas to your brass, copper or silver jewelry designs. Learn our top tips for getting the best results.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

6 Tips for Using Liver of Sulfur

From set-up to helpful tips, read why Liver of Sulfer makes such a great jewelry patina and is an essential product to have in your jewelry studio!

by Hilary Halstead Scott

Guide to Jewelry Finishing

This blog will talk about the various ways to finish and polish your jewelry. We’ll talk tumblers, bench-top polishers, and various attachments for your flex shaft.

A jeweler's flex shaft is a rotary tool with attachment heads that can perform many tasks. Learn all about this indispensable tool for your jeweler's bench.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

All About Flex Shaft Rotary Tools for Jewelers - lock

Learn about the amazing jeweler's flex shaft and all the things it can do in your studio.

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