From early simple stone necklaces and amulets to modern, intricately designed, chandelier necklaces and earrings, the goal of ornamentation has always been the same. And still, over time, trends and designs have changed and as craftsmen grew in skill and tools advanced to help them create better work, in form and function. Today is no different....

Why Every Jewelry Store Should Own a Laser Welder

What I’ve seen over the years is that a laser welder is frequently one of the top two or three items on a jeweler’s wish list. So if I owned a jewelry store, I’d make sure I had one, because it offers benefits every jeweler can take advantage of.

Why Laser Welding for Your Jewelry Business

Are You:

• working too late?
• sending clients to other jewelers because you cannot do the repair?
• burning stones in an attempt to re-tip a prong?
• refusing heat-sensitive repair applications?
• having problems turning around repairs in a timely manner?
• adding excessive labor to jewelry repairs?
• wishing you...