5 Tips For A Successful Jewelry Business

It goes without saying that you’re offering an amazing collection of jewelry made with love, skill and attention to quality. But, the reality is that you will spend just as much time or more on the business side of things. Here are five things to consider as you grow your business. As this year comes […]

Necklace Lengths Guide

Our necklace length guide can help you and our customers quickly make jewelry decisions based on the neckline style you’re wearing. Print it today! With fashion changing throughout the year, the latest trends are hard to keep up with but don’t let that dissuade you when you’re choosing a necklace. Once you become familiar with the different […]

4 Metal Surface Finishes

Do you have questions regarding finishing techniques? Learn about metal plating, anti-tarnish treatments, tool texture effects, and patinas in our latest article. We get a lot of questions about precious metal surface finishes. How are they applied? Why? Finishes can be broken down into four main categories: Plating, Anti-tarnish treatments, Tool texture effects, and Patinas. […]

5 Reasons To Choose Laboratory-Grown Diamonds And Colored Stones

Laboratory-grown diamonds and gemstones are an ethical, affordable way for jewelers to add sparkle to their jewelry collections. Find out why these stones make the perfect alternative to natural mined stones. Laboratory-grown diamonds and gemstones are the perfect alternative to natural mined stones. They can make the perfect, and affordable, addition to your jewelry line […]

3 Types Of Necklace Chain Extenders

Don’t get stuck with a too-short necklace! Whether it’s by a customer’s need or desire, longer necklaces are a must to carry. Necklace extenders can help take any pre-made design and add length. Learn about some of the most popular types of extenders Halstead carries. on’t get stuck with the wrong chain length! A fantastic […]

10 Must-Have Crystals for Your Gem Collection

Above, the top ten stones in my personal collection So you just started collecting gems, minerals and crystals? You’ve read my How to Start a Gem Collection blog post, now you want to dig in and know exactly which ones to buy! It might be overwhelming when you first start collecting. There are SO many rocks and […]