Halstead Jewelry Articles

Halstead is passionate about supporting small jewelry businesses. Check out our huge archives of helpful articles for makers including technique tutorials, business advice, and connection to resources in our community. Craftsmen and designers alike trust Halstead for supplies and information. Our goal is to help you be successful. Subscribe to keep learning and growing in your profession.

Learn the ins and outs of using gold-filled with these common questions and ansers.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

What is Gold-Filled? Can it Tarnish? FAQs

Learn the ins and outs of using gold-filled in your designs. Using and explaining gold-filled can be complicated, prepare yourself with these common questions about the material.

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by Kelli Vanyek Greene

Jewelry Business Forum

This digital jewelry conference is created to empower small jewelry business owners. Attendees will receive professional development in marketing and business skills while being inspired for the New Year. Halstead hosts this event annually along with smaller events throughout the year to help small jewelry business owners navigate entrepreneurship.

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by Sylvie Alusitz

Body Piercing 101: Adding Body Jewelry to Your Collection

Body piercings are becoming increasingly more popular, but there’s a lot to learn. Read on to learn about the materials, jewelry types, and more before you dive in!

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by Ashley Maldonado

Jewelry Making Experiences for All Skill Levels

There are tons of jewelry making experiences for you at all skill levels! Each will give you a different experience and are great options for hobbyists and business owners alike. Continue reading to find an event for you.

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by Hilary Halstead Scott

5 Steps to Start Silver Soldering

Soldering sterling silver is one of the fundamental skills that every jeweler should have. However, starting up at home can be a little intimidating so we've put together this guide so you can feel confident. It includes the tools and supplies you need, as well as important info about different types of solder.

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by Hilary Halstead Scott

Jewelry Carding Services

Easily display jewelry in your retail store with Halstead's carding services. Carding your jewelry has many benefits and when you have an approved wholesale account with us we'll do the carding for you - just add your own branding!

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by Sylvie Alusitz

Why Jewelry Turns Your Skin Green

Always wonder why jewelry sometimes turns your skin green? Or black? This article covers why that might happen and what it means. We’ll also talk about how to prevent it!

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by Kristen Baird

How to Build Nonprofit Partnerships for Your Jewelry Business lock

Jeweler and business owner Kristen Baird walks you through how to partner your jewelry business with nonprofits. She gives advice, tips, and first-hand experience so you can make the partnership mutually beneficial.

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by Hilary Halstead Scott

Wholesale Western Jewelry for Retailers

Western styles have made a comeback thanks to popular TV shows. Consider adding western themed jewelry to your retail store to keep on trend.

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by Hilary Halstead Scott

Where to Buy Wholesale Gold-Filled Jewelry

Wholesale gold-filled jewelry is a popular choice for trendy fashion boutiques and gift shops. Learn more about this quality jewelry material and how it can fit into your retail store.

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by Sylvie Alusitz

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?

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by Ayesha Mayadas

Jewelry Consignment:  Taken From Two Points of View

Metalsmith Ayesha Mayadas will give you a few pointers on how to consign your jewelry to retailers, both from a jeweler's perspective and from the shop owner side.

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by Christina Grace

TikTok Your Way to Engaging Jewelry Video Content lock

Christina Grace, owner of TIN HAUS Jewelry and multi-media user-generated content creator at TIN HAUS Media, offers her perspective on the video content creation process. With 15 years of experience in show business, she expands on her methodology for producing value-driven engaging videos.

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by Kristen Baird

Building Your Jewelry Business Through Transitions lock

Kristen Baird, owner of Kristen Baird Jewelry, talks about building your jewelry business through major transitions. She gives helpful advice from her own experiences of taking her business from hobby to full time, hiring her first employee, building a family, and more, so that you can be successful on the other side.

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by Arianne Foulks

5 Ways to Get More High Quality Traffic to Your Jewelry Website lock

In the digital age of online shopping, one way to get ahead is by attracting high quality traffic to your jewelry website. Arianne Foulks, branding and web design expert for creative small businesses, outlines 5 ways to attract the traffic you want.

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by Andrea Li

Pinterest Holiday Marketing Guide lock

Andrea Li, Pinterest marketing extraordinaire, walks you through using the platform for your holiday marketing. With a step-by-step guide and posting timeline, she shows you how to get the most out of Pinterest for your jewelry business.

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by Ashley Maldonado

Permanent Jewelry Best Practices

Permanent bracelets have taken off! Easily add this fun experience to your jewelry business offerings with these tips.

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by Lilian Raji

How to Prepare your Jewelry Brand for a PR Consultation lock

Lilian Raji follows up her PR for Jewelry post with information on how to prepare your brand for a PR consultation. She goes through the key elements you need to have in place before you’re ready.

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by Janelle Hinesley

Jeweler’s Resources – Conversion Charts & Reference lock

Keeping track of all the weights, measurements, sizes, etc. that are needed to work in the jewelry industry can be a hassle, so we compiled this list for you so you have one less thing to worry about! Jeweler's Conversion Chart

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