DIY Dictionary of jewelry parts

Have you just started making your own jewelry?
Then there may be many concepts to keep track of! There are so many different types of jewelry, gemstones, pearl types, metals and pliers - so where do you start?

Here we have tried to make a small dictionary that explains some of the concepts you might want to encounter most. They are set in alphabetical order and there will be links to other guides that go into depth with some of the concepts (they open in a new window). Remember that you can also search the page using your browser so you can use this dictionary as a reference book.

Before you start the list, it should be said that metals, pliers and string are not included in the list, but by pressing below you will be sent directly to our guides:

• Guide to metals (Sterling silver, zamak, brass, etc.)
• Guide to leash (jewelry wire, nylon cord and more)
• Guide to pliers (round, flat-tongs, tongs and crimp-tang)

8-numbers: Is a technique you use to make a small loop on jewelry wire - you can read much more about this in the guide!

Pave: This is what you call a gem that is only drilled half through. So you drill it only a bit. This is done to avoid having a whole gem rod through the pearl, as you can otherwise see a small piece of metal at the bottom. You can use a drilled pearl by inserting a rigid in which fits the size and length of the hole. This rigid can also be made out of jewelry wire. We are ready in the store to give you good guidance and a helping hand for your project.

Brick Stitch: Is a method of sewing beads together so you can make another kind of jewelry. You can find a guide on how to do, here!

Bugles: Is a pearl that is shaped like a long tube. They can be both Very short and very long. They are found in the same size spectrum as preciosa beads, but may vary slightly in thickness as they must fit a variation of sizes. You can see the sizes and check out our selection here!

Cabochon: Is a pearl or gemstone that is flat on one side. It is used, among other things. to glue on rings or earpieces. If we are talking about cabochons of gemstones, you can make a socket in a silver workshop and e.g. Make them for rings and other jewelry.

Creol/Creole: A round earring that goes through the ear. It can be compared to a "hoop", however, a hoop is typically slightly larger. IN Beadhouse Have we chosen to call Hoops that are for DIY projects, for creoles, while hoops as jewelry is just called hoops.

Crimps/Clamp Pearl: A little gem one uses to staple on leash - see guide here!

Delica: A type of Japanese Miyuki beads. This pearl is cylindrical and is found only in one size. They are suitable for bracelets and necklaces, but are also widely used for pearl waistband. It can be both Weaving on tissue and hand weaving. There are a few recipes here on the site and otherwise you can find our guide to a pearl tissue here!

Double 8-numbers: Is a technique you use to make a small loop on jewelry wire on each side of a pearl (top and bottom). If you need to repair a chain that is broken, you can also use this technique for it. You can read more about double 8's here And about repairs here!

Facet: When talking about a gemstone or pearl is faceted, it's all about grinding. Facets have many edges and surfaces that make the stone shine extra much as the light is more easily caught on the surface. It is also a technique you know from the popular chain type, Pardens Facet.

Spring locks: A round lock that opens by pressing down a small pin that pulls a small piece of metal into the lock so you can open the lock without using any space.

French wire: A small thin spiral of very fine metal wire. It is used to protect string of natural fibers from wear and guarantee a longer shelf life.

Glass beads: Glass beads are beads made of glass. In our store we have two different kinds of glass beads: Seedbeads and Delica beads. The glass beads are found in both Small and large sizes and is well suited for jewelry making. You can read more about the two types here.

Hempe/Patz: A small metal pendant that you can use for top bored beads. They consist of two pieces of metal that go down, and on the inside they each have a small pin. This small stiff can be squeezed into the hole so that the stone is stuck. It is the same technology that is seen in the earrings in the picture.

Carabine locks: Works like a small carabiner that you know from climbing. By pressing down a small stiff, the lock opens. The lock opens inward and fills inside the locking opening.

Knot hides: A little "pearl" you can put around a knot to hide it. This jewelry boiler helps give a nicer finish. One uses it at the beginning and end of its project and can put lock and jump ring in each side. The knot cover is put on before tying the knot and then closing around the knot.

Chain dividers: Used if you want to make a necklace with multiple chains in. You can separate the chains by mounting them on a chain divider which will then keep them separated by the lock and prevent them from cluttering together.

soldered: When something is soldered, This means that the metal is merged so that it cannot open. It is thus "glued" together with melted metal. This is a word you will often encounter in the context of wedding. In our extended guide on woolen you can read more about soldered Books and how to use them. You will find the guide here!

Leather clamps: Can be used as the end of string. They are used not only for leather, but also for e.g. Jadesnnns, suede cord and other. It is a small "bowl" with two edges that you bend down the string to staple it. It may be a good idea to use a small dab of glue inside the leather clamp to further the shelf life. After the leather clamp is put on the string, you can mount the lock and jump ring In the small ring that sits on the leather clamp.

Lock: There are many different locks, and we have therefore created a guide that goes more in depth with the different locks, as well as when and how to use them - you will find it here!

Intermediate: Is a pendant that has a jump ring on both sides and therefore used as a joint between two chains or two pieces of thread. Using the two wedgers, something can be put at both ends of the pendant.

Miyuki: Is one of the brands of glass beads we carry in the store. There are two types: Seed Beads and Delica beads. The Miyuki beads are immediately only available in size 11/0, but we have some Seed Beads in size 8/0. All of our Delica-Beads have the same size. Seed Beads are round pearls, while Delica beads are small cylindrical beads.

Grandma-Lock: This type of lock is found only on some of our vintage jewelry and is a retro lock. It opens by squeezing on the two pins on each side. Then the pins are pressed out (they are pressed down) and finally you can turn the lock and release one part from the other.

Opaque: Means that a pearl is colored and therefore does not lose the color when used. Avoid colors called "coated" for e.g. Bracelets and necklaces where the beads are in contact with the skin. It will slide the color off over time.

Pearl bowl: Is a small jewelry kettle that you can put around pearls to add a little extra details. It is a bit like a tulip, but is significantly smaller and does not cover as much of the bead.

Pearl Stand/Headpin: A smaller piece of jewelry wire with a dip at the end. The dip can both be flat, round or have small details and shapes. You use the pearl bar to make gemstones and pearls for e.g. pendants or earrings. Top buck around to an 8-number over the beads, and voila-see our more in-depth guide here! ;)

Pearl stick with eye: This type of pearl stick is good to use if you need to make more joints in a piece of jewelry. The pearl rod already has one eye/8, and you only have to make the other. It is made in a slightly different way as the jewelry wire is not twisted around the stick but just bent down - you can read more about the technique and get a guide here!

Pearl tissue: Is a tool for weaving beads together for jewelry. Among other things, you can weave bracelets, necklaces, finger rings, etc. You can find our guide on how to get started with pearl weaving here!

Preciosa: Is one of the brands of glass beads we carry here in the store. They exist both Like round and elongated beads. The elongated beads are called Bugles and the rounds are called Seed Beads. Both types are available in several different sizes. We have a large selection of both Colors and sizes and we often take in news - you can see our entire selection here!

SEED BEADS: Is a round glass bead which is very versatile. It can be used for most DIY projects and is available in a wide range of colors. Our Preciosa seed beads Available in sizes 5/0 to 11/0, where Miyuki seed beads Primarily is available in size 11/0, with individual gold and silver beads in size 8/0.

Silverlined: When a pearl is silver lined, it has a silver covering inside the hole. It gives a special shine to the pearl, as it is typically a bit transparent in color - then you can glimpse the silver through! We also have a few whitelined beads that have the same concept, but with a white color instead of silver.

Fight: A lock that is shaped like an S. The lock does not close, but due to the shape your jewelry will remain closed.

Jewelery: Has the same feature as super glue. It can be used to staple the nodes on elastic bracelets as well as lime cabochons on finger rings or earrings, etc.

Jewelry stones: Jewelry stones, gems and half-apart are the same. However, in connection with jewelry making, you will often encounter the word jewelry stone. You can read more about it in our guide here!

Spacer: There are two types of jewelry parts that can be called spacers. One is used to separate chains (see chain dividers) and the other is a kind of pearl. A spacer gem is a gem used to create a distance between other pearls. It can be shaped like a tube (curved or straight) or be smaller beads that can be used as part of the design of the necklace. We all have our spacers under the category of metal beads.

Tigerwire: The most common thread for jewelry making. It is used primarily for necklaces and bracelets. You can read much more about different kinds of string and thread here.

Tila pearls: Pearls that have two holes. They are usually flat and have a hole in each side. They are relatively new to our range and our selection is therefore not so big yet. You can find our Tila-Perlekit here!

Tohoperer: Is also a glass bead from a brand other than what we carry. They come from a Japanese manufacturer and are available in many colors and sizes. They are also called Greenland Pearls. The beads are still made of glass and are size -out for the sizes you find in our range. You can find all our glass beads here!

The top drill: A gem that is drilled across at the top of the pearl. Using this type of pearl requires some other techniques. You can either put a hempe/patz in the pearl or you can make an 8 with jewelry wire-you can find a guide to this! Of course, it is also possible to simply pass a thread through the pearl and use it in a necklace.

Tulip: Is often a piece of metal that can help add extra details to your jewelry. They sit on a pearl and are most often used for earrings and pendants.

Wire-Guard: A Wire Guard is a small piece of metal used to protect cords from metal wear. You can e.g. Use it for necklaces made on silk cord or earrings that are sewn or woven. There is a small lane through which the string is passed so that it is protected.

Wire-wrapping: Is a technique used to twist the jewelry wire about e.g. a stone so it gets a "frame". There are many ways to do it and thousands of designs, so you have the opportunity to get loose and make unique jewelry.

Zamak: Zamak is a material used for jewelry and jewelry. You can read more about the material here!

Ear hook/ear brace: The jewelry kettle you put through the ear. You can mount beads, chains and pendants in a small ring at the bottom, thus making unique earrings. They are found in different kinds. Some also have a closure, but most people just go down behind the ear like a hook through the ear.

The Equest/O-Rings: These are both words for the same jewelry kettle. It's a small ring that is either soldered or open. Depending on what the egg looks like, it has different functions. You can find our entire guide on wedging here.