Materials
Gold Demystified Part 2
I’ve written about the different types of gold and carat vs karat. I think it’s important to know about the materials...
What is Base Metal?
Maybe an easier way to answer this question is to tell you what base metal is not. It isn’t precious metal (gold, pl...
What is Rhodium?
Rhodium (ROH-dee-um) is a chemical element. It’s “Rh” on the periodic table. It’s a silver-white metal that is very r...
What is a cabochon?
Basically, a cabochon is a gemstone that has been shaped and polished. It is a very old method of cutting gems. As in...
Posts, Ear Wires, Leverbacks
When I first started making earrings I always used ear wires and learned how to make them. Then there were times that...
Jewelry Leaving your Skin Green or Black?
Why? Chemistry!
The acidity in your skin can react to some metals.
Sunscreen, lotion, perfume and hairspray are c...