http://handtradescommunity.com/blog Handcrafted Items Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:27:44 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Approximate number of beads of various lengths: round beads are available in many sizes and are measured according to the beads diameter in millimeters (mm). Beads are usually pre-strung and typical length of the strand will be approximately 16". The average 16" strand will contain the following number of beads: •4mm= ... http://handtradescommunity.com/blog/2010/03/17/basic-beading-facts-and-tips/ This is a simple guide to test precious metals with testing acids. You will need the acids, test stone to rub the metal onto and cloth or napkins. Please note that the acid will stain your skin or worse, so be careful not to spill any on yourself and don’t even think ... http://handtradescommunity.com/blog/2010/03/16/how-to-test-gold-platinum-silver-with-acid-test-kit-2/ There are 4 home remedies for spotting fake gold or just plated items that maybe marked 14k. 1st-Place a magnet next to questionable piece. If item is pulled towards magnet-it's just plated or fools gold. 2nd-Take a jewelry cleaning cloth and rub it on piece in question. This usually will ... http://handtradescommunity.com/blog/2010/03/13/how-to-spot-fake-gold-jewelry/ Over 160 Popular Designs Back in StockShop By Rings | Pendants | Earrings | View All IWe've just unpacked a number of favorite designs from one of our partnering groups of artisans.  Customer favorites in traditional gemstones such as garnets, amethyst, and moonstone as well as unique pieces of purple turquoise and ... http://handtradescommunity.com/blog/2010/03/13/over-160-popular-designs-back-in-stock/ Ruby Sterling Silver Rings - 30% SavingsClick Here to Shop for Ruby RingsIWe're excited to announce a liquidation sale in partnership with a craftsman who uses natural ruby gemstones. All of these rings are set with sterling silver, with the hallmark 925 stamp on the inside of each band. There ... http://handtradescommunity.com/blog/2010/03/10/ruby-sterling-silver-rings-30-savings/ Customers questions have been pouring in regarding Heat treated Tanzanite versus non heat treated Tanzanite: Summary: Top color Tanzanite are all heated, either by man, or By the earth in nature,(Geothermal Heat) there have been a lot of sellers claiming they are selling NON heated Tanzanite, what they should be saying ... http://handtradescommunity.com/blog/2010/03/10/clarification-about-tanzanite-gemstones/ When deciding on a gold jewelry item there are always many different terms that come up. The most popular are Solid Gold, Gold Filled, and Gold Plated. It is important to know the differences between Gold Filled jewelry and Gold Plated jewelry when making your choice. Solid ... http://handtradescommunity.com/blog/2010/03/08/what-is-gold-filled-jewelry-vs-gold-plated-and-why-buy/ Jewelry for St. Patrick's Day - Discountedpendants | earrings | necklaces | bracelets | ringsIWe've selected a number of popular items for St. Patrick's Day, which is Wednesday, March 17th.  You'll find a variety of green amethyst gemstone rings with special faceted cut gemstones, such as the one in this ... http://handtradescommunity.com/blog/2010/03/07/jewelry-for-st-patricks-day-discounted/ Shopping Tips for Jewelry from your Home Almost everyone woman loves jewelry, especially diamonds and gold jewelry. Many see diamonds or gold jewelry as a status symbol showing wealth and perhaps that is the reason that almost all women love it. But there are other reasons – the fact that the ... http://handtradescommunity.com/blog/2010/03/02/online-shopping-tips-jewelry/ New Items Now Available - Over 100 DesignsShop All New ItemsIDuring the past week we've received a number of new designs that we're very excited to show you now.  Some of the items are similar to favorite previous designs, such as the rhodochrosite earrings shown in the second row below.  ... http://handtradescommunity.com/blog/2010/02/27/new-items-now-available-over-100-designs/