Tips & Tricks

Tips & Tricks

Practical tips, handy hacks, and creative tricks for jewelry lovers and makers. From cleaning silver to organizing your studio, these posts are all about making your beadwork and jewelry journey easier, brighter, and more fun.

Practical tips, handy hacks, and creative tricks for jewelry lovers and makers. From cleaning silver to organizing your studio, these posts are all about making your beadwork and jewelry journey easier, brighter, and more fun.

Tips & Tricks

Struggling to find the perfect components for your jewelry designs? Consider making your own findings! Crafting your own findings offers unlimited creative possibilities, cost control, and quality assurance. Learn how to paint metals like copper and brass, and create custom, unique pieces.
  • 3 min read

Bead hole size can make or break a jewelry design. Learn how mandrel sizes affect bead holes, plus simple fixes like seed beads, foam, or silver tubing to keep your glass beads secure and polished.

  • 4 min read

Creating a dedicated jewelry-making workspace can boost focus, creativity, and organization—even in the smallest of studios. In this guide, you’ll find practical tips for setting up your workstation, smart storage solutions, and lighting ideas to keep your space functional and inspiring. Whether you’re working with beads, metal, or mixed media, these strategies will help you design a jewelry studio that fits your style and enhances your craft.

  • 3 min read

Learn how to quickly remove old logos or watermarks from product photos using Photoshop’s Patch Tool. A simple step-by-step guide for makers and small business owners who want clean, professional images without reshooting.

  • 3 min read

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