Friday, February 28, 2014

Looking for information on Jewelry Making?

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Jewelry Making Helpful Hints

 to find the most amazing collection of different tutorials in jewelry making and jewelry resources.
You can find tools, soldering information, different materials, gold, silver, findings, and supplies.
http://www.pinterest.com/cgmfindings/jewelry-making-helpful-hints/

Find everything from converting decimal equivalents to setting up your own jewelry making workbench.

Jewelry Making Helpful Hints


Paracord and a knitting spool

knitting spools #jewelrymaking

The "Victor" Scroll Saw | Sale Number 2623M, Lot Number 244 | Skinner Auctioneers

Useful Decimal Equivalent Conversion Guide #jewelrymaking

Arms length organization!!

4 Ways to Finish Cord Necklaces Using Different Findings#jewelrymaking

How to Make Jewelry Clasps from Wire #jewelrymaking

Beginner Project / Adjustable Choker Necklace Tutorial! / wow. Great starter project! / by Emma Ralph / #jewelrymaking

Six Most Useful Jewelry Making Tools and what they Do.#jewelrymaking / Plus more.

How to Make Interchangeable Earrings - The Beading Gem's Journal #jewelrymaking

7 Ways to Size a Ring - The Beading Gem's Journal#jewelrymaking

Some Basics on Understanding Jewelry Making Wire#jewelrymaking

Jewelry Making Basics / How to Make Simple Wire Loops /#jewelrymaking

How to Make a Single Sliding Knot Closure. #jewelrymaking#beading

COMPREHENSIVE Overview of Dremel Tools! / and what they DO.#jewelrymaking / very nice.

How to Make a Leather and Bead Wrap Bracelet #jewelrymaking

[Ganoksin] Jewelry Making - Keeping a Connection: Preventing Soldered Seams from Flowing

Stamping, dies, hand tools, table view of steel striking surface | Flickr - Photo Sharing!
How To: Polish Dings Out of a Hammer Face or Bench Block

Shower Curtain Rings...can be used for #jewelrymaking bead and findings storage.

Industrial drawers.

work in Progress | Flickr -Polymer clay amazing!

#polymerclay lovers look! ;-) This girl is google eye amazing! Makes you want to play with clay! :-) Must translate. Misstyc.com#jewelrymaking

Draft for jeweler's bench | Flickr CByrmes

Polymer Clay Tutorials by The Blue Bottle Tree #jewelrymaking

"standard jewelers bench"
Great #DIY #jewelers bench tutorial from Release Me Creations blog! #jewelrymaking

Table top jeweler's bench..made in ENGLAND...but great idea!#jewelrymaking

Phillip Fike jeweler-bench-pins 850

This is just the coolest jewelers bench!! See you can do a lot in a small space. -- Bench by ISIDRO --www.etsy.com/...#jewelrymaking

MO-25 Jewelers Bench Top Organizer, tool Holder by USA Bench | eBay

Greenlion studio new saw frame rocks it at the jewelers bench! 16g steel with a molded rubber handle is good looking, comfortable an efficient.

Yahoo Groups list for sharing tips on jewellery fabrication, goldsmithing, soldering, forging, silversmithing, casting, etc.#jewelrymaking
a few vintage jewelers benches

Vintage Industrial Globe Stacking Metal 31 by medusasantiques

Johnny Ninos / Class in motion. / Nice set up and busy making awesome Art. #jewelrymakingFlickr

Vintage Printers Cabinet#jewelrymaking
How To Make Hoop Earrings < Go from Basics / Wire Looping Beads / To this Project! #jewelrymaking
To Instructions to Make Your Own Rosary < Go from How to Make Simple Beaded Wire Loops to this project! #jewelrymaking

Metalwerx - Learn Jewelry Making, Community, School and Workshops in Waltham MA 781-891-3854 #jewelrymaking

Necklace projects for Beginners : Even a beginning jewelry maker can tackle a project as large as a necklace. Here are a few simple projects to get you started making jewelry using beads, & wire.#jewelrymakingjewelrymaking.abo...

Tips for Frugal Jewelry Making / by Tammy Powley #jewelrymaking
how to make brooches out of found objects

Create Your Own Beaded String Jewelry : free patterns from Jewelry Making Daily
Easy to Make : Rustic Bronze hoop earrings. objectsandelement...

Jeffrey Herman : Silver Restoration and Conservation on Professional advice to Silver Care.www.hermansilver....

See Jeffrey Herman Silversmith: Before & After Restoration Projects!! Amazing work!!www.hermansilver....

Amazing Shop Views of Jeffrey Herman! must see! Herman Silver Restoration & Conservation: Shop Views www.hermansilver....

Randy Stromsoe tool collection : from Ganoksin BenchExchange :-)#jewelrymaking #metalsmithing

leather choker tutorial by Rena Klingenberg

How To Make Leather Jewelry Tutorials - The Beading Gem's Journal

"Green" Electro Etching ‹ Inbar Bareket

[Ganoksin] Practical, Inexpensive, Hydraulic Pressing and Die Forming for the Artist Metalsmith Genius!#jewelrymaking

[Ganoksin] Step by Step - Photoetching Using Photocopy Transfer #jewelrymaking

Ready, set, go! Nothing like a clean bench before the chaos :)#jewelrybench #jewelry#anacavalheirojewelry #rings

Illustrated Guide for making Chain Maille

Precious Metal Clay with Carl Stanley at a #tucsongemshow - Large Bead made from metal clay / From IGS International Gem Society Jeff Graham /

Precious Metal Clay with Carl Stanley at a #tucsongemshow - Example of bead with Gold paint/plating / From IGS International Gem Society Jeff Graham /

Precious Metal Clay with Carl Stanley at a #tucsongemshow - PMC with Patina applied! / From IGS International Gem Society Jeff Graham /

Precious Metal Clay with Carl Stanley at a #tucsongemshow - Must see for anyone a fan or thinking of using Metal Clay!! From IGS International Gem Society Jeff Graham /

Cutting Sheet Metal / Chart : Blade Guide : Connie Fox / Jatayu#jewelrymaking

BRILLIANT OVERVIEW : Getting Started into Jewelry Making. // Everyone interested setting up shop should read this. Huge amount of valuable reference information on one page. Jatayu.
brilliant. Tiny birch leaves were painted with Precious Metal Clay (PMC) paste to be used as accessories on designs.#jewelrymaking

EASY Wire Wrapped Earrings! : Basic : easy to make with wire cutters, pliers, wire and a few beads! #jewelrymaking

using the third hand effectively for soldering

Getting Started: Introduction to Metal Clay Jewelry Making

Ideas for Making Your Own Jewelry Tools #jewelrymaking
Anvil Artifacts: Learn a Dynamic Collection of Make Do Tools#jewelrymaking

Ergonomic Tips for Bench Pin Modifications #jewelrymaking

Getting Started : List of Basic Metal Jewelry Fabrication Tools for#jewelrymaking

Basics : Wire Guardians and Crimp Covers : Bead Stringing Fancy Finishes

Basics : How to Use a Bead Board#jewelrymaking

Simple : How to Wire Wrapped a Briolette Pendant #jewelrymaking

Simple Loop // Unwrapped Wire Loop #jewelrymaking

Behind the scenes photos from the video shoot for Metalsmith Essentials: Basic Jewelry Fold Forming with Travis Ogden.

make your own earring card hole punch template. #jewelrymaking
Great Metal Etching with Stamps Tutorial - detailed how-to on etching metal with rubber stamps#jewelrymaking

Behind the scenes from the video shoot for Metalsmith Essentials: Create Spirals, Tubes, and Other Curves for Jewelry Making with Helen. I Driggs.

2014 Tucson Gem Show's - 60th Anniversary

Tucson Gem Show's - 60th Anniversary


tucsongemshow

2014 is the 60th Anniversary of the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show.


We have a new photo board that celebrates the Tucon Gem Show of 2014.
2014 is the 60th birthday of the Tucon Gem and Mineral Show.
60 years ago it all started.

An estimated 55,000 people will explore the Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase, or “gem show” in Tucson, Jan. 24 –Feb. 16.
A main event is the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show, the very first “gem show” started by the Tucson Gem and Mineral Society since 1954, which in 2014 will celebrate its 60th anniversary.
It is also the 40th Anniversary of the G&LW Show at Tucson.
cgm findings
The Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase is one of the premier gem and mineral shows in the world. The event takes place annually in late January and February at approximately 40 to 49 different locations across the city of Tucson, Arizona. Most of the shows are open to the public, except for certain trade shows which require registration with a business license. There is not one single location for gems, minerals and fossils, but rather dealers occupy dozens of locations across the city: many big hotels and most motels are occupied for this occasion, with professionals displaying their specimens in such locations as hotel bedrooms, lobbies, tents, and lawns. The premier event of the Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase is the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show produced by the Tucson Gem and Mineral Society. This show has been held annually since 1955 and now occupies 181,000 square feet (16,800 m2) of the Tucson Convention Center. All of the shows have attendees from all across the world which includes the general public, experts, beginning collectors, museum employees, dealers, retailers, and researchers. Many museums and universities, such as the Smithsonian Institution and the Sorbonne have displayed at the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show. The Tucson Gem and Mineral Show and all of these other different shows bring in over $110 million to the local Tucson economy.
tucson arizona
The Tucson Gem and Mineral Show is held at the Tucson Convention Center starting on the second Thursday of February. The first Tucson Gem and Mineral Show was held in an elementary school in 1955 and shortly thereafter moved to a quonset hut at the Tucson Fair Grounds. Then in 1973 they moved into the Tucson Community Center. They occupied the North Exhibit Hall first, then expanded into the Arena and upper Arena concourse. After the completion of the new facility in 1990, which is now called the Tucson Convention Center, the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show now occupies the Arena, Exhibition Halls A-B-C, Galleria and Ballrooms. source:wikipedia

tucson gem and mineral society show
The Mineralogical Society of America (MSA) is a scientific membership organization. MSA was founded in 1919 for the advancement of mineralogy,crystallographygeochemistry, and petrology, and promotion of their uses in other sciences, industry, and the arts. It encourages fundamental research about natural materials; supports the teaching of mineralogical concepts and procedures to students of mineralogy and related arts and sciences; and attempts to raise the scientific literacy of society with respect to issues involving mineralogy. The Society encourages the general preservation of mineral collections, displays, mineral localities, type minerals and scientific data. MSA represents the United States with regard to the science of mineralogy in any international context. The Society was incorporated in 1937 and approved as a not-for-profit organization in 1959. source:wikipedia

City of Tucson's History Archives


As a special feature, we uncovered several out of print books about Tucson written at the beginning of the 1900's. These books are now in the public domain and can be read online or downloaded for free.
Old Tucson; a hop, skip and jump history from 1539 Indian settlement to new and greater Tucson" by Estelle M. Buehman describes early Tucson history. She shares her accounts of the Old Pueblo when it was still a small town in the early 1911. Her book covewrs the history, dates and names of people who helped shape the emergence of Tucson. Read about the early pioneers, the establishment of schools, newspapers, churches, business and the lives of local Tucsonans in the 1800's in Buehman's "Old Tucson."
"Tucson, Arizona" by Rochester Ford Issued by the Tucson, Arizona Chamber of Commerce and reprinted from "OUT WEST MAGAZINE" for September, 1902. Tucson lays claim to being one of the oldest settlements in the United States, ranking as to age next after San Augustine, Florida, and Santa Fe, New Mexico. Its history can be traced back to 1649, when a military station was established by the Spaniards to protect the Mission of San Xavier.
Eusebio Francisco Kino's historical memoir of Pimerîa Alta. This is a contemporary account of the beginnings of Arizona, California and Sonora first published in 1919. It is out of copyright and can be freely downloaded as a PDF from archive.org: Download Memoirs of Pimerîa Alta.
source: emol.org

old tucson

Tucson is the oldest continuously inhabited city
in the United States


The old military plaza in Tucson in the eary 1900's.
CGM Findings will be at the Tucson Gem Show at the Holiday Inn Holidome Upper Terrace February 6-14, 2014.
Call Us for more Show Information and details:
1-800-426-5246.
Or Browse our Online Catalog or Website.
If you are planning to go to the Tucson Jewelry and Gem Show for 2014, get ready for a treat.
There is nothing like the annual Tucson Jewelry Show in Arizona than any other show in the world!
CGM Findings is having Tucson Jewelry Super Show Deals on gemstone beads and jewelry findings - almost everything you can possibly imagine. #tucsongemshow
downtown tucson Arizona long ago...

Links to City of Tucson Resources & Public Records

 

 

downtown tucson arizona
This is a compiled list of authoritative web sites to make it easy to locate the right links
for state, county and local information in the city of Tucson, Pima County and Arizona.
This includes the Weather Report, Police, and WebCam Traffic Report.

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Tucson Gem & Mineral Show 2014 - 60 year Anniversay - Over 55,00 people attending


If you are planning to go to the Tucson Gem Show for 2014, get ready for a treat.
According to officials, it's estimated 55,000 people will fly into Tucson over the next two weeks and another 30,000 will drive.
There is nothing like the annual Tucson Jewelry Show in Arizona than any other show in the world!
If you have never been to the Tucson Gem Show you owe it to yourself to experience the most incredible show you'll ever experience!
Come by plane, train, hot air balloon, bicycle or whatever it takes to discover one of the most memorable
experiences you'll ever have. The people - from all over the world; the vendors, the buyers, the rocks, the merchandise, along with the scenary and atmosphere
are unforgettable!
CGM Findings is having Tucson Jewelry Super Show Deals on gemstone beads and jewelry findings - almost everything you can possibly imagine.
We love all the rocks and stones too :-), but we figured a few of us would like some accessories like chain, wire, settings, connectors, clasps, head pins, and other great
findings to display all your fantastic finds! We also have a nice selection of gemstone beads for beading, as well as beadalon, memory wire, etc, for
all your beading needs to create your creative projects. Over 16000 products. All at wholesale prices!

Make sure to visit us and save! February 6th to the 14th at the Holiday Inn Holidome! We are 27 years at the same show!

This is best event for jewelry findings and gemstone bead deals ever.
If you have never been then you owe it to yourself to experience the biggest gemstone beads and findings show for an amazing experience.

CGM Findings will be at the Holiday Inn Holidome Upper Terrace February 6-14, 2014.

We will have EXCLUSIVE TUCSON GEM SHOW SPECIALS AT THE SHOW!
CALL US OR CHECK BACK TO OUR WEBSITE ON FEBRUARY 6TH FOR LISTING OF SHOW SPECIALS.
DON'T MISS OUT!


Call Us for more Show Information and details: 1-800-426-5246.
Browse our Online Catalog or Website for just some of the over 16000 unique jewelry findings
and gemstone beads we offer.

TUCSON SHOW INFORMATION

G&LW Tucson Gem Show /
Holiday Inn-Holidome

Show Venue: 

Holiday Inn-Holidome

4550 S. Palo Verde Rd., Tucson, Arizona, 85714


February 6-14, 2014
Hours:  Feb. 6-13: 10 am-6 pm,
              Feb. 14: 10 am-3 pm

Show Promoter:
Gem & Lapidary Wholesalers, Inc.
Admission Information: No cost. Pre-registration not requred but highly recomended and can be done at G&LW website.
Wholesale show: copy of Tax ID or Business license required. 

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE NEW - 2014 G&LW SHOW GUIDE

ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION FOR THE G&LW HAS ALREADY ENDED /  January 17, 2014 5:00PM


GL&W SHOW

CGM FINDINGS will be at the G&LW Gem Show:
CGM FINDINGS



Holiday Inn ~ Holidome Hours

Thursday
February 6, 2014
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday
February 7, 2014
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday
February 8, 2014
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday
February 9, 2014
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Monday
February 10, 2014
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday
February 11, 2014
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday
February 12, 2014
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday
February 13, 2014
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday
February 14, 2014
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Tuesday, May 28, 2013


BEAD SHOW | SANTA MONICA, CA | OCT 5-7



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http://www.intergem.com/shows/upcoming-shows/bead-show-santa-monica-ca-oct-5-7
http://events.la.com/santa_monica_ca/events/show/242888464-my-favorite-bead-show

World's first All Diamond Ring



They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend. If that’s the case, this ring ought to provide a lifetime of companionship.
Swiss jewelry company Shawish has created a diamond ring from one massive hunk of rock. To be precise, this is 150 carats of pure bling we’re talking about. According to the Daily Mail, the ring, which is valued around $70 million, took one year to create, using special laser equipment.
The company is claiming it to be “the world’s first diamond ring,” and while that assertion isn’t backed up, it’s clear that the ring is no doubt impressive. Just to give perspective, Elizabeth Taylor’s famed ring was 33.19 carats while Kim Kardashian’s clocked in at 20.5 carats.
Either way, some lucky lady will be set for life.

Read more: http://newsfeed.time.com/2012/03/26/swiss-jeweler-unveils-worlds-first-all-diamond-ring/#ixzz2UdPZ2DCO

Monday, May 6, 2013

Find out new jewelry supply news and information to get wholesale pricing, resources, and information

CGM-Findings has a new information site about Jewelry making products, News, tutorials, and information.

You can visit our information site at:


CGM-Findings will be at the JCK Show in Las Vegas.




Booth: B5753

Pavilion: Silver

at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino

May 31–June 3, 2013

JCK Official Supplier


JCK Show Information Las Vegas

JCK Las Vegas is the leading jewelry event in North America open to all jewelry professionals. Each year, the industry gathers where the latest awe-inspiring domestic and international designers and most sought after trends are showcased in a secure environment.
The industry event combines a plethora of networking events and complimentary education sessions with the industry's broadest selection of finished jewelry, gems and timepieces.
Learn more about how JCK Las Vegas' products, networking and education make this the can't-miss industry event. Plus—from Visa assistance for international travelers to special hotel rates, we're here to help make your trip to JCK Las Vegas hassle free!

Date & Hours

Show Dates & Hours

Show DatesShow Hours
Friday, May 319:30 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday, June 19:30 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday, June 29:30 am – 6:00 pm
Monday, June 39:30 am – 4:00 pm

Registration Dates & Hours

Registration DatesRegistration Hours
Wednesday, May 297:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday, May 307:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday, May 318:00 am – 6:30 pm
Saturday, June 18:30 am – 6:30 pm
Sunday, June 28:30 am – 6:30 pm
Monday, June 38:30 am – 4:00 pm

Additional Dates & Hours

JCK Complimentary Education: Thursday, May 30 – Saturday, June 1 (8:30 am – 5:15 pm)
AGTA GemFairTM: Thursday, May 30 – Sunday, June 2 (9:30 am – 6:00 pm); Monday, June 3 (9:30 am – 4:00 pm)
Equipment, Technology & Supplies (ETS): Friday, May 31 – Monday, June 3

Just take a look at our online catalog: CGM Findings Catalog.

Print out our JCK detail page
Visit our online JCK MarketPlace Showcase.

Who Exhibits?

  • Extraordinary selection of products—from custom and finished jewelry to products and supplies
  • Over 2,500 exhibitors, from more than 22 countries, showcasing the latest trends and newest products
  • Exhibitors are grouped into nearly 20 significant product areas

Networking & Education

  • Daily and evening networking events to enjoy the personal connections you'll make with other leading jewelers.
  • Complimentary education session customized for retail jewelers to find solutions that will positively impact your business to help you boost your bottom line.
  • JCK Rocks the Beach—join us as we celebrate the industry with another headline-grabbing musical guest Sunday, June 3 at the Beach at Mandalay Bay

Planning

  • My JCK Show Planner—View the entire exhibitor, pinpoint booth locations, build your agenda of must-see exhibitors and discover new products all before you arrive in Las Vegas!
  • The 2013 JCK Mobile App—After take advantage of all My JCK Show Planner has to offer, download the 2013 JCK Mobile app to access and update your agenda, receive show updates and reminders, search the exhibitor list and more, all from your smartphone. Be sure to provide your phone number when you register to be notified when the App is available.
  • Spotlight on JCK newsletters—Beginning in March, preregistered buyers receive a customized newsletter, highlighting tips, tools and reminders for an effortless buying experience.