How To Start Making Jewellery At Home

Someone making jewellery at homeWondering how to make your own jewellery at home? Whether you’re kicking off a new hobby, or hoping to start up your own business, we’ve got all the resources you need to help you get started with making jewellery at home – from the right tools for making jewellery, to how to set up your workshop. Find out more in our guide on how to start making jewellery at home below.

Top-level resources for jewellery making at home

There are a few certain things you need to know before you get into the nitty gritty of jewellery making at home. From tutorials to product guides, find some of our top-level resources below:

  • Glossary of jewellery terms. Before you even think about making jewellery at home, you need to get to know the terminology of the industry – as there are a number of terms that may sound unfamiliar to you.
  • Jewellery tutorials. Here’s a list of our top seven tutorials for beginners. Before you pick up your tools and materials, have a look through some tutorials to get to know the techniques before you give them a go yourself.
  • Bullion guide. Bullion is one of the basics when it comes to making jewellery at home. With our buying guide, you’ll get to know the ins and outs – including what it is, the different types and how to buy the right bullion for your projects.
  • Findings guide. Much like bullion, findings are a vital part of jewellery making at home. They’re those clever little items that keep jewellery safe, secure and in place. So it’s important to know which ones you need to use and when.
  • Gemstone terminology. If you’re planning on using gemstones in your jewellery, you’ll need to get to know the lingo – including how to refer to the cut, shape and weight of your precious stones.

Get to know these techniques for making jewellery at home

We’ve pulled together a few resources for some of the most common jewellery techniques you’ll need to get started:

  • Soldering. This technique is a key part of most jewellery designs, so it’s crucial to learn the process. Soldering is used for stone setting, crafting rings and so much more, so check out our beginners’ guides before you get started.
  • How to use a jeweller’s saw. If you’re wondering how to start making jewellery at home, you’ll need to know how to use a jeweller’s saw. A pivotal tool in the jeweller’s workshop, a saw is one of the most necessary pieces of equipment.
  • How to work with sheet metal. As one of the most versatile materials in jewellery making, sheet metal is great for all jewellery projects. If you’re wondering which option is best for your project and how to work with sheet metal, this guide is the perfect one for you.
  • Metal stamping. Discover the ins and outs of the process and basics of metal stamping – ideal for imprinting letters, patterns and textures onto your design.
  • How to engrave metal with a Dremel tool. Engraving metal is one of the best ways you can make your designs stand out amongst the crowd. And the Dremel tool is a great investment for anyone just starting out.

What you’ll need when making jewellery at home

A great workman never blames his tools – which is why a successful workshop contains all the right equipment. Find out what you’ll need when making jewellery at home below:

  • The right tools. The key to any successful jewellery project is using the right tools. Do you use a disc cutter? What’s the ideal job for a hammer? Find out more about the 12 basic jewellery tools for beginners to make sure you have the right tool for the job.
  • Good lighting. You don’t want to be working in the dark, so make sure you have enough light to avoid straining your eyes or causing any damage from poor vision.
  • A solid workbench. Your workbench is the home and birthplace of all of your jewellery projects, so it’s important to make sure that this space is catered to you. Check out our jeweller’s workbench essentials for beginners to help organise your workspace.

Pick up your jewellery making for beginner’s kit from Cooksongold today – complete with all the tools and equipment you need to kick off your new hobby.

Health and safety tips for making jewellery at home

It’s no secret that jewellery making at home requires the usage of a lot of sharp, electrical tools and objects that can be pretty dangerous when not used correctly. Which is why health and safety is such a huge part of learning how to make jewellery at home. Some of the main things to consider are:

  • Keeping your workspace clear from clutter and chemicals.
  • Wearing safety goggles to protect your eyes from sharp materials and harmful dust and particles.
  • Use finger protection skins to avoid any nasty scuffs and scratches when working on your designs.

For more health and safety tips for jewellery making at home, follow the link and check out our blog.

And that’s how to start making jewellery at home! Check out our beginner’s guides to discover more tips, tricks and tutorials on how to start making jewellery at home – from specific technique-focused guides to general “how to’s”. Hoping to make a career out of making jewellery at home? Our business advice hub has all the info you’ll need to get started.

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