Gaia's Blog & Reference Section Pertaining to Handcrafted Metalsmithed Jewelry

Consolidated Chart of Melting Points for Metalsmiths: Metals and Their Solders

How to Properly Open and Close a Hoop Earring with a Notch for the Ear Wire

Tools List - Beginning Metalsmithing

Ear Cuff Owner's Manual

Silver or Gold FILLED vs. PLATED Jewelry?

Gemstone CARE Chart

Switch Plate Sizes & Dimensions Chart

Ring Size Cross Reference Chart for UK – US – EU Sizes

CUFF Bracelet Sizes – Inches and Centimeters

Fun Gemstone Facts – LAPIS LAZULI

Fun Gemstone Facts – TOURMALINE

Fun Gemstone Facts – SAPPHIRE

Fun Gemstone Facts – PERIDOT

Fun Gemstone Facts – OPAL

Fun Gemstone Facts – MOONSTONE

Fun Gemstone Facts – AQUAMARINE

Fun Gemstone Facts – CITRINE

BIRTHSTONES by Zodiac Sign

BIRTHSTONES by Month

Fun Gemstone Facts: DIAMONDS – Facts, Lore, Science and more!