Gemstone jewelry making, how to get a ring made?
Q. I have recently purchased some loose gemstones and am interested in getting some of them made into jewelry (rings and/or pendants). How do I start to find a jewelry designer/maker in my area that will work with my ideas? (I live in the Houston,TX area) Any rules of thumb on pricing of these services? Thanks so much for any and all information.
Asked by Catherine McC - Sun Aug 31 21:58:37 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. you could try any gem club or silversmithing group. or in your phone directory under manufacturing jewelers. Do your homework, check many manufacturers, find someone you will trust. get one ring made first and see if you like it. If you were in Queensland Australia I would say to come to my shop. You would be most welcome. 10k gold I charge out at $30 per gram plus making and setting stones. Silver is $2 per gram plus making and setting stones.
Answered by mrcoins.australia - Tue Sep 2 21:30:48 2008
Q. I have recently purchased some loose gemstones and am interested in getting some of them made into jewelry (rings and/or pendants). How do I start to find a jewelry designer/maker in my area that will work with my ideas? (I live in the Houston,TX area) Any rules of thumb on pricing of these services? Thanks so much for any and all information.
Asked by Catherine McC - Sun Aug 31 21:58:37 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. you could try any gem club or silversmithing group. or in your phone directory under manufacturing jewelers. Do your homework, check many manufacturers, find someone you will trust. get one ring made first and see if you like it. If you were in Queensland Australia I would say to come to my shop. You would be most welcome. 10k gold I charge out at $30 per gram plus making and setting stones. Silver is $2 per gram plus making and setting stones.
Answered by mrcoins.australia - Tue Sep 2 21:30:48 2008
How to repair a broken Blue sapphire gemstone(jewelry)?
Q. my jewelry Blue Sapphire gemstone Broke into two. Can I use supper glue to glue it? What type of glue should I use ? Thx
Asked by pohlim0220 - Tue Jan 27 08:57:16 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I'm thinking if it has any metal attached to it that welding,is the best option especially if this is the real stone(s)
Answered by gemstonemala - Thu Jan 29 16:20:48 2009
Q. my jewelry Blue Sapphire gemstone Broke into two. Can I use supper glue to glue it? What type of glue should I use ? Thx
Asked by pohlim0220 - Tue Jan 27 08:57:16 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I'm thinking if it has any metal attached to it that welding,is the best option especially if this is the real stone(s)
Answered by gemstonemala - Thu Jan 29 16:20:48 2009
Does anyone remember a shop off 34th st Manhattan that sold gemstones? and gemstone jewelry? What ws the name
Q. Does anyone remember a shop off 34th st Manhattan that sold gemstones? and gemstone jewelry? What was the name? I am trying to refer a friend to it. Is it out of business?
Asked by gilpers302 - Fri May 16 14:55:45 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Astrogem. i haven't been there for a couple of years, i hope they are still there.
Answered by erchnic - Fri May 16 15:05:58 2008
Q. Does anyone remember a shop off 34th st Manhattan that sold gemstones? and gemstone jewelry? What was the name? I am trying to refer a friend to it. Is it out of business?
Asked by gilpers302 - Fri May 16 14:55:45 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Astrogem. i haven't been there for a couple of years, i hope they are still there.
Answered by erchnic - Fri May 16 15:05:58 2008
How do you feel about gemstone jewelry and the price.?
Q. I love gemstone jewelry but it is usually pretty $$. I even went to a store to price out the stones alone and it still cost as much as this necklace.
Asked by Alyssa C - Sat Feb 28 11:02:34 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. it sucks .
Answered by Bob Bobble - Wed Mar 4 10:34:07 2009
Q. I love gemstone jewelry but it is usually pretty $$. I even went to a store to price out the stones alone and it still cost as much as this necklace.
Asked by Alyssa C - Sat Feb 28 11:02:34 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. it sucks .
Answered by Bob Bobble - Wed Mar 4 10:34:07 2009
If you buy a gemstone or gemstone jewelry, are you more likely to buy your birthstone or a different favorite?
Q. Please explain why. I'll choose the best, most detailed response.
Asked by Embassy Emeralds - Thu Sep 18 14:48:55 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I am jewelry obsessed yet I have very few pieces with my gemstone. I do have some, but I like the deep colors of some other stones better. Also, I don't tend to wear clothing that would go well with the color of my birthstone so that is a factor.
Answered by ClicketyClack - Thu Sep 18 14:57:35 2008
Q. Please explain why. I'll choose the best, most detailed response.
Asked by Embassy Emeralds - Thu Sep 18 14:48:55 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I am jewelry obsessed yet I have very few pieces with my gemstone. I do have some, but I like the deep colors of some other stones better. Also, I don't tend to wear clothing that would go well with the color of my birthstone so that is a factor.
Answered by ClicketyClack - Thu Sep 18 14:57:35 2008
How can I make my gemstone into jewelry?
Q. I don't want to really go and buy a facet because I don't want that whole "fancy" look. I would rather have that as a last resort. But I want to know other methods to facet my opal cabochon into a pendant.
Asked by InBlackAndWhite - Sat Jul 7 23:08:30 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A.
Answered by Kate G - Sat Jul 7 23:13:31 2007
Q. I don't want to really go and buy a facet because I don't want that whole "fancy" look. I would rather have that as a last resort. But I want to know other methods to facet my opal cabochon into a pendant.
Asked by InBlackAndWhite - Sat Jul 7 23:08:30 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A.
Answered by Kate G - Sat Jul 7 23:13:31 2007
Jewelry/Gemstone Website: My wife & I started a website business and I am wondering how to really take off?
Q. We are on-line now, but how do we hyperlink or something to get more hits, sales, and increase visibility?
Asked by Bobs ur Uncle - Sun Jan 3 18:50:49 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you are looking to make $500 - $1,000 a month; I would recommend having an eBay store. This way many people will see your website and eBay definitely gives you that website exposure that you deserve.
Answered by flipho_3000 - Sun Jan 3 19:59:30 2010
Q. We are on-line now, but how do we hyperlink or something to get more hits, sales, and increase visibility?
Asked by Bobs ur Uncle - Sun Jan 3 18:50:49 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you are looking to make $500 - $1,000 a month; I would recommend having an eBay store. This way many people will see your website and eBay definitely gives you that website exposure that you deserve.
Answered by flipho_3000 - Sun Jan 3 19:59:30 2010
How to make jewelry to fit a certain gemstone?
Q. My history teacher gives out real gems when we get the highest score on his tests, and I've recently gotten one myself. I picked out my moms favorite color because her birthday is soon, and was wondering how I could go about getting a necklace or a ring to put the stone inside? Should I just go to a jewelry shop and ask them to put the stone inside one? Or...? It's around the size of a pinkie nail, if that makes much a difference, and looks like an average birth stone. Thanks for the feedback!
Asked by crazy_z_panda - Sat Sep 19 15:10:48 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yeah, take it to a pro. Otherwise it'll look half fast...
Answered by unknown - Sun Sep 20 16:45:29 2009
Q. My history teacher gives out real gems when we get the highest score on his tests, and I've recently gotten one myself. I picked out my moms favorite color because her birthday is soon, and was wondering how I could go about getting a necklace or a ring to put the stone inside? Should I just go to a jewelry shop and ask them to put the stone inside one? Or...? It's around the size of a pinkie nail, if that makes much a difference, and looks like an average birth stone. Thanks for the feedback!
Asked by crazy_z_panda - Sat Sep 19 15:10:48 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yeah, take it to a pro. Otherwise it'll look half fast...
Answered by unknown - Sun Sep 20 16:45:29 2009
Can the average guy get away with wearing colored gemstone jewelry?
Q. I've always loved jewelry and gemstones even though I'm a guy. I never really felt comfortable wearing anything like a bracelet, a necklace, or a even a watch. But, I always had wanted a pierced ear, so I few years ago I went and had it done. Until recently I had been alternating between wearing a tiny (3mm) white gold ball stud and a 1/10th of a carat Diamond in white gold. I've gotten bored of that so I started "collecting" the smallest birthstone studs I can find. So far I have a Garnet, a Sapphire, and an Emerald. In your opinion, is it ok for guys to wear colored gems too?
Asked by a random guy - Thu Feb 7 02:14:34 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Absolutley!! Small birthstone studs would look great on guys. Its always nice to see guys wearing more colour especially with their jewelery because most guys just wear boring silver pieces.
Answered by f_jayce - Thu Feb 7 02:19:31 2008
Q. I've always loved jewelry and gemstones even though I'm a guy. I never really felt comfortable wearing anything like a bracelet, a necklace, or a even a watch. But, I always had wanted a pierced ear, so I few years ago I went and had it done. Until recently I had been alternating between wearing a tiny (3mm) white gold ball stud and a 1/10th of a carat Diamond in white gold. I've gotten bored of that so I started "collecting" the smallest birthstone studs I can find. So far I have a Garnet, a Sapphire, and an Emerald. In your opinion, is it ok for guys to wear colored gems too?
Asked by a random guy - Thu Feb 7 02:14:34 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Absolutley!! Small birthstone studs would look great on guys. Its always nice to see guys wearing more colour especially with their jewelery because most guys just wear boring silver pieces.
Answered by f_jayce - Thu Feb 7 02:19:31 2008
where can i learn to make gemstone and crystal jewelry?
Q. where can i learn to make gemstone and crystal jewelry?
Asked by loulipops - Sun Nov 26 17:14:27 2006 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments
A. log onto firemountaingems.com they sell gemstones and also have ideas online and in their catalog I love their products
Answered by Nani - Sun Nov 26 17:23:49 2006
Q. where can i learn to make gemstone and crystal jewelry?
Asked by loulipops - Sun Nov 26 17:14:27 2006 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments
A. log onto firemountaingems.com they sell gemstones and also have ideas online and in their catalog I love their products
Answered by Nani - Sun Nov 26 17:23:49 2006
What is your favorite gemstone to wear and why
Q. Tell me about your favorite piece of gemstone jewelry, and If there is any significant reason you wear it . How it makes you feel while wearing it. Do you like chunky pieces , or dainty ? Are you interested in The healing properties of stones? Or do you think that is silly ?
Asked by crystalraine - Tue Aug 5 03:53:44 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My favorite gemstone jewelry which I wear regularly is my ruby ring. Simply because I just love it. You can check out my ring at
Answered by J Jones - Fri Aug 8 06:45:06 2008
Q. Tell me about your favorite piece of gemstone jewelry, and If there is any significant reason you wear it . How it makes you feel while wearing it. Do you like chunky pieces , or dainty ? Are you interested in The healing properties of stones? Or do you think that is silly ?
Asked by crystalraine - Tue Aug 5 03:53:44 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My favorite gemstone jewelry which I wear regularly is my ruby ring. Simply because I just love it. You can check out my ring at
Answered by J Jones - Fri Aug 8 06:45:06 2008
What is the procedure to get gemstones and jewelry appraised or authenticated? Does it always cost?
Q. I have some jewelry that I have collected over the years and would like to know the values of the pieces and the process to maybe sell some online. Any advice would be helpful.
Asked by antiqueruby2000 - Sun Mar 11 18:53:11 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The best way to get your jewelry appraised/authenticated would be to go to a local jeweler in your area. They should be able to look at what you have and give you an idea of the value. As to whether there is a cost, it would probably depend upon how much detail you want from them. Just a quick look and value quote on a couple of pieces might be free, but if you have a lot of pieces and want a detailed appraisal, then I'm sure they would charge you for taking up their valuable time. Best of luck to you!!
Answered by Christopher S - Fri Mar 16 14:06:51 2007
Q. I have some jewelry that I have collected over the years and would like to know the values of the pieces and the process to maybe sell some online. Any advice would be helpful.
Asked by antiqueruby2000 - Sun Mar 11 18:53:11 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The best way to get your jewelry appraised/authenticated would be to go to a local jeweler in your area. They should be able to look at what you have and give you an idea of the value. As to whether there is a cost, it would probably depend upon how much detail you want from them. Just a quick look and value quote on a couple of pieces might be free, but if you have a lot of pieces and want a detailed appraisal, then I'm sure they would charge you for taking up their valuable time. Best of luck to you!!
Answered by Christopher S - Fri Mar 16 14:06:51 2007
How can I find crystal and gemstone jewellery buyer and importer worldwide?
Q. How can I find crystal and gemstone jewellery buyer and importer worldwide?
Asked by Phil - Thu Aug 10 02:54:06 2006 - - 3 Answers - 2 Comments
A. The Gemstone Guilds are: 1) AGTA 2) GLDA 3) GJX Google Search these affiliations and it will give you sources.
Answered by Duzzit Madder - Fri Aug 11 01:07:38 2006
Q. How can I find crystal and gemstone jewellery buyer and importer worldwide?
Asked by Phil - Thu Aug 10 02:54:06 2006 - - 3 Answers - 2 Comments
A. The Gemstone Guilds are: 1) AGTA 2) GLDA 3) GJX Google Search these affiliations and it will give you sources.
Answered by Duzzit Madder - Fri Aug 11 01:07:38 2006
Where else can I sell this wholesale 54pc lot of jewelry?
Q. Its a 54 pc lot of handcrafted gemstone jewelry? Currently its listed on where else can this be listed? anyone have any good websites or suggestions?
Asked by Stone - Fri Jul 25 00:01:15 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Either eBay or CraigsList.org.
Answered by Elizabethy :D - Fri Jul 25 00:05:47 2008
Q. Its a 54 pc lot of handcrafted gemstone jewelry? Currently its listed on where else can this be listed? anyone have any good websites or suggestions?
Asked by Stone - Fri Jul 25 00:01:15 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Either eBay or CraigsList.org.
Answered by Elizabethy :D - Fri Jul 25 00:05:47 2008
How do I go about naming a Jewelry business?
Q. I make hand-made jewelry. No diamond and gemstone stuff but mostly glass, metal, magnetic, and plastic beads. I make earrings as well with the same medium. I want to just print up basic business cards when I setup shop at local flea markets, bazaar's, and festivals. Also I need help with a slogan to go with it for my website. Help Please!
Asked by unknown - Mon Oct 20 16:12:17 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. With my jewelry business, I just picked 2 unique woman's names and put them together.
Answered by oh no! - Tue Oct 21 00:19:04 2008
Q. I make hand-made jewelry. No diamond and gemstone stuff but mostly glass, metal, magnetic, and plastic beads. I make earrings as well with the same medium. I want to just print up basic business cards when I setup shop at local flea markets, bazaar's, and festivals. Also I need help with a slogan to go with it for my website. Help Please!
Asked by unknown - Mon Oct 20 16:12:17 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. With my jewelry business, I just picked 2 unique woman's names and put them together.
Answered by oh no! - Tue Oct 21 00:19:04 2008
how can i find a specific gemstone for earrings?
Q. Hello guys =] I am planning to get some new stud earrings. However I am looking for a pair of earrings with a specific gemstone. I want the gemstone to look good under the light but always glow at night. I am not sure if this gemstone exists. If there is a gemstone that does exist, can you please tell me the name of the gemstone, and also would be it expensive to purchase the gemstone? I am also hoping to find this earring with the specific gemstone within a jewellery store that is inside Manchester, England. Thank you for your time reading and helping me.
Asked by ChineseKiiD - Sun Mar 28 17:28:09 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
Q. Hello guys =] I am planning to get some new stud earrings. However I am looking for a pair of earrings with a specific gemstone. I want the gemstone to look good under the light but always glow at night. I am not sure if this gemstone exists. If there is a gemstone that does exist, can you please tell me the name of the gemstone, and also would be it expensive to purchase the gemstone? I am also hoping to find this earring with the specific gemstone within a jewellery store that is inside Manchester, England. Thank you for your time reading and helping me.
Asked by ChineseKiiD - Sun Mar 28 17:28:09 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
has any of you rock/gemstone lovin' peeps heard of a gemstone called axinite?
Q. I was thinking of designing a necklace with this kind of stone since it is not a common gem. I only use odd shaped and uncommon gemstones for my jewelry.
Asked by fuqu - Fri Jul 25 04:38:20 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. FUQU! Sounds reeely interesting! I just love answers that I can understand without the use of an Encyclopedia, so I will try to make this one of them! AXINITE: It is a "Burnt Honey Brown" Vitreous Gemstone that is much like Quartz, and is often confused with the same. It can be found in Europe, and North & South America. As its hardness is 6 to 7 it should do just fine for a necklace, and even a bracelet. You can probably find rough and Faceted. If your lucky you can find Cabs and perhaps even tumbled. I am not sure you can find it "Strung" and "Pre-Drilled". You can drill it yourself, but it is quite hard, and you need a diamond bit. if you make one with axinite, send me a picture! :-) Good Luck - Very Best, John W. -… [cont.]
Answered by SERENDIPITIST - Fri Jul 25 07:53:32 2008
Q. I was thinking of designing a necklace with this kind of stone since it is not a common gem. I only use odd shaped and uncommon gemstones for my jewelry.
Asked by fuqu - Fri Jul 25 04:38:20 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. FUQU! Sounds reeely interesting! I just love answers that I can understand without the use of an Encyclopedia, so I will try to make this one of them! AXINITE: It is a "Burnt Honey Brown" Vitreous Gemstone that is much like Quartz, and is often confused with the same. It can be found in Europe, and North & South America. As its hardness is 6 to 7 it should do just fine for a necklace, and even a bracelet. You can probably find rough and Faceted. If your lucky you can find Cabs and perhaps even tumbled. I am not sure you can find it "Strung" and "Pre-Drilled". You can drill it yourself, but it is quite hard, and you need a diamond bit. if you make one with axinite, send me a picture! :-) Good Luck - Very Best, John W. -… [cont.]
Answered by SERENDIPITIST - Fri Jul 25 07:53:32 2008
to buy and sell jewelry and gemstones in nevada.?
Q. to buy and sell or trade gemstones jewelry in las vagas n.v.
Asked by Richard C SWAMPLANMD - Mon Oct 19 16:26:14 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
Q. to buy and sell or trade gemstones jewelry in las vagas n.v.
Asked by Richard C SWAMPLANMD - Mon Oct 19 16:26:14 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
Does a ring have to match your clothes or other jewelry that you are wearing?
Q. I am not a big jewelry person so forgive me if I sound ignorant. Fashion/style experts I need your help and opinions! I found a gemstone ring on ebay I have fallen in love with and is my size. It has three different color gemstones (topaz yellow, pink and blue). However, those colors do not really "match" exactly any other jewelry that I currently have. Would it still look alright and stylish to wear the ring with whatever clothes and jewelry I have on? Or should I look for other pieces of jewelry to wear with the ring that are the same color gemstones (to have a "set" so to speak - which may be difficult) and/or only wear the ring when the color of clothing I am wearing goes with the gemstones as well? I would like to be able to… [cont.]
Asked by kiraalt - Sun Oct 15 20:41:45 2006 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The colors sound like something you could wear with anything light and bright. Which isnt a bad thing. However, you dont want to wear that with say, a crimson sweater and black pants. Also, make sure if you wear other jewelry, that its the same. Keep silver with silver, gold with gold... You dont have to have super matching jewelry either, just wear something simple on your neck or ears and make your ring the bling bling. Hope you enjoy your ring!!
Answered by kaye t - Sun Oct 15 20:45:51 2006
Q. I am not a big jewelry person so forgive me if I sound ignorant. Fashion/style experts I need your help and opinions! I found a gemstone ring on ebay I have fallen in love with and is my size. It has three different color gemstones (topaz yellow, pink and blue). However, those colors do not really "match" exactly any other jewelry that I currently have. Would it still look alright and stylish to wear the ring with whatever clothes and jewelry I have on? Or should I look for other pieces of jewelry to wear with the ring that are the same color gemstones (to have a "set" so to speak - which may be difficult) and/or only wear the ring when the color of clothing I am wearing goes with the gemstones as well? I would like to be able to… [cont.]
Asked by kiraalt - Sun Oct 15 20:41:45 2006 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The colors sound like something you could wear with anything light and bright. Which isnt a bad thing. However, you dont want to wear that with say, a crimson sweater and black pants. Also, make sure if you wear other jewelry, that its the same. Keep silver with silver, gold with gold... You dont have to have super matching jewelry either, just wear something simple on your neck or ears and make your ring the bling bling. Hope you enjoy your ring!!
Answered by kaye t - Sun Oct 15 20:45:51 2006
What kind of beaded jewelry would you buy?
Q. I design and make beaded jewelry. While I've had some success with my pieces (both the gemstone and glass beaded pieces), I'm wanting to expand my hobby into an actual business. Please let me know what kinds of beaded jewelry appeal to you. I make necklaces, bracelets, rings, anklets, earrings and toe rings. The rings & toe rings are still pretty experimental, but the others have designs well underway, and I've made sales in those areas. Thanks everyone!
Asked by tkern79 - Tue Feb 24 01:20:24 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. do what i do and just make what feels good to you and wear it so people can ask where it came from! i like the beading with wire around them but cant figure out how to do it yet.
Answered by DD - Tue Feb 24 01:29:55 2009
Q. I design and make beaded jewelry. While I've had some success with my pieces (both the gemstone and glass beaded pieces), I'm wanting to expand my hobby into an actual business. Please let me know what kinds of beaded jewelry appeal to you. I make necklaces, bracelets, rings, anklets, earrings and toe rings. The rings & toe rings are still pretty experimental, but the others have designs well underway, and I've made sales in those areas. Thanks everyone!
Asked by tkern79 - Tue Feb 24 01:20:24 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. do what i do and just make what feels good to you and wear it so people can ask where it came from! i like the beading with wire around them but cant figure out how to do it yet.
Answered by DD - Tue Feb 24 01:29:55 2009
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