Jewelry Art

David H. Urmann asked:


There’s a new fad that has been circulating in town like wild fire, it’s called the Polymerclay Jewelry.

Polymer clay is trendy clay where you can do almost anything. One of the things that can be done using Polymer clays is the jewelry. The polymer clay can be used to make a lovely piece of jewelry. Polymer clays are so easy to use that you can even craft it on your own. It can also be used for all types of art pieced items such as wooden boxes, picture frames, mirrors, beads, pendants, pins, earrings, bracelets, neck pieces, necklaces, desk accessories, small sculptures and even buttons. It basically has a never ending usage that is why many people are so fascinated to it. It is a non-toxic modeling material, man made and can work like a ceramic clay. It’s great for kids and adults use.

But what you may wonder what Polymer clay is? Polymer Clays are not water-based or even a mud-type clay that potters normally use; it is composed of an oil based solid and liquid polymer. It doesn’t dry or melt even if exposed to a pro long heat like fire and that’s what makes it so popular. It is very much different from the molding clays (clays that usually used by children and animators) and clays that are used from sculpting. Those clays are air dried which are water-based and can easily dry.

You can purchase polymer clays from art or craft stores. Most common brand names of polymers are Primo, Fimo (Classic and Soft), Sculpey and Kato. They come in various types and colors such as metallic’s & pearls which has a reflective properties that can be used for special effects; translucent clays which is often used for stones, woods and ivory; flesh colors that can be used for dolls and figurines; and flexible clays that can be used for molding.

Polymer Clays can be used at almost anything. You can use it for sculpting figures, faces, flowers, and any other things that can be molded. You can also use it to cover various items with sheets of patterned and decorative clays and can even be used in making canes. It can also be used in impressing it into rubber stamps or texture sheets and other items around your house. Some artists used it as accessories to their jewelries. They even have their own websites with a very comprehensive lessons and tips on how to do the works. The reason why they like to use Polymer Clays is that it is shaped from PVC (a polymer of vinyl acetate) plastics and a certain type plasticizer substance, which keeps the clay moldable.

This kind of clay is also what is usually recommended to be used especially for those people who create their jewels at home. Various kinds of gears are used to carve and make jewels with polymer clay. Most of the crafters used pasta roller mechanism to roll out the clay and to even it out to their preferred thickness. Afterwards, the clay is created into what the jeweler intends it to use. It can now be placed to their chosen designs with a variety of jewelry. At the present time, all kinds of jewelry can be used with polymer clay. Jewelry designers are so fascinated with it that they even tend to use it on almost anything even on earrings. Indeed polymer clays are simple to use and can even be placed to just about anything and everything.

nikita asked:


I need some sort of stamp to put my logo on candles and silver. Would it be some sort of metal stamp? I don’t know where to look to find something like this. What is it called and how expensive might it be? I live in Indiana.
Need help ASAP…
Thanks!

Jonathan Blocker asked:


Diamond Earrings and Other Fine Pieces

Diamond rings and diamond necklaces are the most popular diamond jewelry, but bracelets, charms, and necklaces are also quite popular. In fact, diamond jewelry has been around since the days of the Roman Empire, although it took almost 15 centuries until diamond jewelers discovered how to cut diamonds into attractive shapes that displayed their “fire,” or shine and brilliance. Diamond earrings are but one way that people adorn themselves with this mystical, precious gem.

A Fascinating History

Chances are that the first diamond jewelry was from India. The tremendous geologic forces required to form diamonds exists mainly in regions of the world where one tectonic plate slams into another; the Himalayas, where the Indian subcontinent plows into Central Asia, is one such place. Loose diamonds from deep underneath these mountains have been known to appear in the rivers that flow south and westward from the Himalyas: the Ganges, the Brahmaputra and the Irriwaddy have all been sources of these rough, octagonal crystals.

Before diamond jewelers had learned the art of precision cutting, diamond earrings weren’t particularly beautiful; rough and dull-looking, they were nonetheless prized for their hardness.

One early example of diamond jewelry in the West was actually a crown made for a Hungarian princess well over 1000 years ago. One of the first diamond wedding ring was the one given to Marie of Burgundy on the occasion of her wedding to Archduke Maximilian I of Austria in 1477. It wasn’t until over fifty years later however, during the reign of Henry VIII of England that diamond cutting had reached a level that was suitable for jewelry such as diamond earrings.

Dull and Lifeless

Up until then it you were buying diamonds, you would have been disappointed; those early cuts did not show the kind of brilliance that we see in fine diamond jewelry today. It wasn’t until the 1800s that art of diamond cutting had reached a level of refinement that allowed the gem’s real beauty to shine through the way it does in contemporary diamond jewelry.

Fiery and Brilliant

Today, there are many different cuts to choose from when buying diamonds. Round cuts and square cuts both have characteristics in their favor, but a relatively new cut, called the “princess,” has been gaining in popularity over the past thirty years or so. This particular cut combines the best features of round and square cuts, and causes the least wastage of all cutting methods – so the gem retains much more of its original weight. All three cuts however will make for highly attractive and valuable diamond earrings.

ilmd asked:


$25-$100 anything that just is beautiful and says Italy !!

*star* asked:


How is it different from Victorian?
Art Deco?
Art Nouveau?

I know a lot about retro jewelry and I know that it emphasized big, bold, and 3D, but what about other eras? Thanks!

carrieberry asked:


Hey, I’m interested in tatoos and peircings, so could you describe yours, or give your opinion on one, or anything like that? Thanks a ton.

mandersmom asked:


I got little rhinestone flowers that have 5 white rhinestones with a pink rhinestone in the middle. I want to put it on my fingernails and thought I would put it on my left pinky nail. Is that right?

Michelle asked:


Looking for home electroplate machine. Looks like a jewelry cleaning machine. Saw one in a craft magazine once but cant find it now. Cant remember the name of it either. Had one in my art class in highschool too. Just pour in the solution plug it in and drop your jewelry in the basket. Turned gold to silver in just a few minutes.

Ron Mark asked:


There are many common things in this world. Two of these things are jewelry wearing and the belief in a higher power. Depending on how the jewelry is created, many people think that the pieces they wear have special powers, making them feel better in more ways than one. Given these facts, it is now common practice to wear jewelry for healing.

But how can one obtain such jewelry? I mean it is not like you come up one day with an idea of something you think it looks nice and determine that piece of jewelry has healing powers. It is a process that takes time and determination, and most of all belief.

For one thing, if someone that wants to create jewelry for healing, the starting point would be the materials used for manufacturing. Pure materials, like gold and silver, as well as gemstones are some of the most common pieces used for creation.

Going back ages ago, people back then believed that some gemstones have specific powers that can aid them throughout their lives. For instance, the most popular gemstone of all, the diamond, was believed to dispel madness and poison, and also witchcraft.

Related to poison, it was a common belief that a ruby turns cloudy and an opal turns pale when they are near such substances. The ruby was also believed to ward off stress and evil thoughts, while the opal was helpful when it came to internal diseases.

Using these gemstones to create pieces of jewelry for healing is still practiced today. Depending on culture, some people still think that they posses these powers. But, considering that every fairytale starts from a truth, they may have a point.

If you are interested in wearing jewelry for healing, the aspect of the piece you want to buy is essential. I, for one, wouldn’t be caught dead wearing something that looks like it was cut up from a comic book. Therefore, apart from the unseen benefits, jewelry art plays an important role for the use of a particular piece.

As we all know, when someone says art, they mean something you can admire. Many people depict various activities as art because they enjoy watching them take their course. When it comes to jewelry art, this implies a unique piece that can be viewed with admiration by anyone, even though they may not understand it.

The most obvious features that set apart jewelry art are craftsmanship and design. The later is important because everyone wants to wear something unique and the other because the most common things that stand out are the flaws. If your jewelry has flaws, and others start noticing them, then your enthusiasm about it will easily wear off in a short while.

If you are interested in products of this kind, be sure to visit ka-gold-jewelry.com. Their designer is David Weitzman and he managed to create harmony between jewelry art and special healing powers. The materials used are pure, the designs come from sacred geometry shapes and the submission to a special energizing process through meditation attribute each piece their powers.

Ann Marier asked:


One could say that making wire wrapped jewelry is a healing experience because the majority of wire wrapped jewelry is made from natural stones, rocks, minerals and gemstones. All of these stones have been known for centuries to have healing and mystical powers.

Cabochon stones or agates, jade, malachite, etc., are essential to making beautiful wire wrapped jewelry. Natural bead colors, versus dyed, irradiated or heat-treated are always the best. Using a mixture of genuine and synthetic faceted stones are another excellent choice in making wire wrapped jewelry.

Gold, silver and any plated beads are good, as are high quality, hand-made glass beads. Quality, texture and clarity are all essential in making beautiful wire wrapped jewelry. Wire wrapped jewelry pieces are normally, one of a kind, and will set you apart from all others. This jewelry makes a statement when worn by an individual.

The Process

Making wire wrapped jewelry into art depends mainly on the quality of your materials. Not only do your stones and beads have to be superior, but the jewelry components need to be high quality as well. Many wire wrapped jewelers make their own components. They are already skilled at wire wrapping, therefore, making wire wrapped jewelry components is only natural, and it also sets their jewelry apart from the next artist.

The wire that is used should be sterling silver or gold-filled wire. The stones are taken and literally wrapped with wire. Rings that are wrapped are especially breathtaking. The settings are made of wrapped wire as well. The combination of the two makes an incredible work of beautiful art.

Pendants are also very popular in wire wrapped settings. They give the stone a bit of personality. Taking three wires and making a thin braid to wrap a stone is also very beautiful. Many artists are known by their specific style of wire wrapping.

The buyer can give the artist a stone to wrap specifically for them. The buyer will then designate whether they want a ring, necklace or bracelet. Many artists market themselves with this personal service. They eventually generate their business more from word of mouth, than any other marketing technique. Having the knowledge as to the mystical powers of each stone can also be quite helpful.

The general jewelry buying population really loves purchasing wrapped stones that will bring them wealth, health or happiness. Making wire wrapped jewelry is a healing and, it can turn out to be a beautiful and wealthy profession.