The Curious Gem - Jewellery Making Supplies
The Curious Gem - Jewellery Making Supplies
The Curious Gem is one of the UK's leading online jewellery supplies retailers. With over 7000 products we specialise in precious metal findings and components (sterling silver, 14K gold filled, 14K gold), high quality gemstone beads and loose gemstones. We also offer a speedy engraving service for a number of our products and sell a wide range of jewellery making tools, packaging supplies, thread, cord, chain and finished jewellery. Wholesale discounts are also available. Dispatch is typically 1-2 working days and we ship to more than 40 countries worldwide.
We are proud to be a member of the UK National Association of Jewellers and an accredited Living Wage employer.
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If I wanted to glue tiny rhinestones onto a freshwater pearl, would E6000 be the way to go? Or 2-part epoxy?
Hi there! E6000 would likely be better than epoxy as it would be less harsh on the pearl's surface while still making the join secure. E6000 instructions recommend "Apply directly to surfaces to be bonded. NOTE: For non-porous surfaces, apply adhesive, mate surfaces together, pull apart for 5 minutes then re-mate surfaces. Remove air by squeezing them tightly together. Allow 24 hours for full cure." Hope this helps! You can buy the glue directly from The Curious Gem here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/glue/e6000-plus-glue-266ml.html
Great video. My first of yours. I am trying to attach two small metal butterflies to my daughter's resting place (marble), and it's vertical. I will put very little, and I guess I'll have to hold it for a bit. Your thoughts, please? Sincerely, Charlotte
Hi Charlotte, yes this glue should work for you. The packaging on the E6000 glue has some great instructions on how they recommend using it, they say, "Apply directly to surfaces to be bonded. NOTE: For non-porous surfaces, apply adhesive, mate surfaces together, pull apart for 5 minutes then re-mate surfaces. Remove air by squeezing them tightly together. Allow 24 hours for full cure." Hope this helps, you can buy the glue directly from The Curious Gem here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/glue/e6000-plus-glue-266ml.html
Tool gets in the way when trying to slide charm into ring
You need to dampen and stretch the entire cord to prevent sagging later. Then only after it’s been completely dried, can you begin to bead. Adding the finding first also helps.
What a great tip! ✨
Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you for this I was afraid to use this stuff till I watched this
Thank you!!! I was struggling to do this 😅
No problem, glad we can be of help! 😃
How long does take to dry?
Hey @castellano17 we recommend allowing 24 hours for the glue to dry, however depending on what you are glueing it could be up to 72 hours for full cure. The Curious Gem.
Thank you , I used it to fix a broken bracelet I found on a beach
It's a great trick! 🤩
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It's such a great tool! 👍
I think using my tweezers worked just as well
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More information please
Hi @pcolbert4737, we are happy to help, what area do you require more information on? You can shop our full range of products here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/ The Curious Gem.
hi, how long is the cord in the video? i know it depends on size but i want to use your length as a guide
Hi, the cord length in this video is approximately 30cm. We wrap the cord around the wrist twice as an approximate length, then trim it down for the exact length. I hope this helps, The Curious Gem.
Paper name
This punch can be used with card up to a maximum of 270 GSM, the card we have used in the video is, 225 GSM. The card size can be determined by your design, hope this helps, The Curious Gem.
Wear gloves!
We are extremely careful when using our E6000 glue. However, if you are working on something fiddly or think you could get it on your skin, gloves add some extra protection.
How much ?quanto costano
Hi, you can find the prices of our full collection on our website here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/ Thank you, The Curious Gem
Quanto costano i topazi?
Our Topaz gemstones vary in price, you can find our current selection on the website here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/search/for/topaz/
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Can we use this in gold jewellery?
Thank you…great tutorial
Hmmmvery fast
are these pliers called needle nose pliers?
These are our Chain Nose Pliers, which are typically used to create angled bends in wire, close bead covers, open and close jump ring and form loops. These are the pliers we have used for years in the office - very hard-wearing, extremely comfortable to use and highly recommended. You can find them on our website here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/pliers-and-cutters/chain-nose-pliers.html
Amazing tutorial!!!
Thank you!
Where did u find the “needle?”
Hi there, there is not a needle in this video. Which element would you like more information on?
@@thecuriousgem-jewellerymak9546 i dont know what its called so i called it a needle. I mean the metal string thing whatever its called, that you put the pearl in?
Hi, so the part the pearl is attached to is a Sterling Silver Ear Post with Cup and Peg. The cup that the pearl sits in should be around two-thirds of the size of your pearl. Hope that helps, you can find our full range of cup and pegs here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/search/for/ear+post+with+cup+and+peg/ @@r4rnf
What type of glue
Thank you ❤
Как это???
Hi there - you can find it at www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/sawing/greenlion-saw-frame.html
So how do u close it
Hi @kaymel9786 You can close the jump rings using this tool also, just insert the jump ring and twist in the opposite direction using your pliers. Hope this helps.
hello, would it be possible to just buy the charms? thanks a lot!
Hi, yes you can find this heart tag here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/sterling-silver-charms-and-pendants/sterling-silver-heart-pendant-19mm-optional-engraving.html
hello, would it be possible to just buy the charms? thanks a lot!
@user-hq8rn4nl9b Yes you can purchase the charm on our website, the code is CG9879 or you can find it here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/sterling-silver-charms-and-pendants/sterling-silver-heart-pendant-19mm-optional-engraving.html
What mm are the beads
Hi, the beads on the bracelet are 3mm, this is our Gold Filled Bead (3mm) Stretchy Bracelet ~ 6.5", available in gold filled and sterling silver. You can find them on our website here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/search/for/stretchy+bracelet+%283mm%29/
I can't find a single video anywhere that shows you that first bead and first knot. They all start a few bead in?
Hi there, this video really is showcasing the knotter tool rather than how to make the whole bracelet. The beginning knot will really depend on the style of bracelet you would like to make and the closure you would like to use. It may be worth planning how you would like to create the bracelet (for example, a toggle closure, or adjustable knot) as this will then help you find a tutorial of how to start! We also have some excellent guide books on our website which you can find here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/books.html
I can't find a single video anywhere that starts with that very first bead and knot.
Where do you get the jewlery?
You can find everything you need on our website here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/ The product codes for the items used in the video are listed in the description
Cool simple and beautiful 🤩 ❤thanks
How do you adjust it once it's on your arm by yourself?
Hi Barbra, this can be closed by holding down one end with a finger then pulling with the other hand, however, if the knots are tight we have a tool that can assist here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/miscellaneous/ez-hook-3-in-1-fastener.html. Hope that helps, The Curious Gem.
Oh, OK. So, if I want to make this fit a wrist that's 6.5 to 8, how do I figure out what size to cut the strings or where to place the knots? I have watched over a hundred videos. I feel so defeated.
@@barbra429 Hi! The length of your cord needs to be around double the finished length of your bracelet or necklace. Any beads or charms need to be threaded on the cord before you tie the knots. This is a rough estimate and it may take a bit of trial and error to get exactly the length you need.
@@thecuriousgem-jewellerymak9546 So if my wrist is 6 inches, cut the cord 12 inches?
Literally thank you omg you just saved my jewelry grade😭
Can you cut the wire a little shorter if you don’t like that long tail?
Hi, to achieve the full bend of the ear wire we recommend using a wire length of 2" however you can test this to find your perfect ear wire, alternatively you could trim down the end of the earwire after bending for personal preference. Hope that helps.
Can ametrine be dark purple?
Hi there - ametrine is always purple and yellow (amethyst and citrine) not just purple - the saturation of the colours can vary.
Thank you for sharing!!
Boy, have I struggled years with jump rings.
You are not alone❤
I don't like the long tail does it have an adjustable part to make a different shape?
I am afraid the tool is not adjustable to make different shapes, but it does create a good base, that could then be altered by hand to a shape you prefer, for example, with a shorter tail
@@thecuriousgem-jewellerymak9546 will this tool work with stainless steel 20 gauge?
@@samanthanicholson9015 The tool is designed to work with a 2" length of wire (0.5mm to 0.8mm thick, 20, 22 and 24ga) - we have not tried this with stainless steel wire, but it certainly works with sterling silver
One of the strangest-looking ear wires I've seen.
@@raffinataonline I agree, the ones I got like it I reshape them.
will this work on fabric for paste the pearls and stones?? Plzz reply!!
E6000 PLUS can be used on almost any material & just about any application. The waterproof formula and all-weather performance make E6000 PLUS excellent for indoor and outdoor applications, it is also washing machine safe. Hope that helps.
Can you write the link of this product and how many mm❤
The stamp set used in this video is, ImpressArt Metal Stamping Set ~ Typewriter ~ Uppercase Letters 3mm, you can find this on our website by searching CG13477, and the tag used is, Gold Filled Round Tag 9mm, CG5936.
can they close them as well??
Good morning. They certainly can!
Beautiful. How many millimeters are the split rings?
Good Morning! Those are our 4mm split rings that can be found here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/sterling-silver-jump-rings/sterling-silver-split-ring-4mm.html I hope thats helps :)
i just looked on line for something similar to this!! it needs to do everything though make loop hold loop then pull down thru loop to tighten... i like it though
Where can i buy it
Good Morning! You can buy it here: www.thecuriousgem.co.uk/glue/e6000-plus-glue-266ml.html If you have any more questions please ask :)
What are you clamping the other end 22 make a twist
Hi There! You can clamp the other end of the wire in a vice and this will hold it whilst you twist. I hope that's helpful? Thanks :)