Sister Necklace

glamgirl asked:


Hi! Many of my necklace chains are too long for my liking (16″ or more). I was wondering if anyone has any advice or tips for me to shorten them at home rather than taking them to a jewelry store where they charge an arm and a leg. I know that certain chains (and materials) really can’t be shortened without a professional, but if anyone has any advice, or is a jewelry maker themselves, I would appreciate any advice! Thanks

Leola

sandie asked:


Are existing jewelry designs considered proprietary,sort of like plagerism of existing text in the literary world ,or is jewelry “design” protected only by specific design patents and or trademark names? I see so much of the same designs by different companies ,it seems there are no restrictions.What type of licensing does one need to become a jewelry designer retailer?Is it possible to have a particular gold design manufactured into long” yardage” and then cut to size for rings, bracelets ,earings , etc.Is it OK to use the design of my existing gold band which I adore ,but have it commisioned -adding diamonds ,gemstones earings etc and then sell these items which are a variation of this existing simple gold band?Im pretty sure the original manufacturer has discontinued it.How can I find out for sure ?How can I find out who made it originally, Could I license their original design adding to it ,for my jewelry line? Does any one research jewelry manufacturers? Its 10 years old.Sandie

Sandy

Strokes Kink asked:


My lucky number is 15,
where can I get a neckalce charm with the number 15, or seperate 1 and number 5 charm is fine too

Adolfo

Kimberly T asked:


I am making necklaces, but I’m not sure what stringing material to use. I’m not using anything heavy, I am putting chip gemstones on them, but I’m just not sure what wire or whatever to use? I also need something very cheap. any suggestions?

Wilford