Jewelry Findings Supplies
Jewelry Findings Supplies
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Jewelry Findings(Pack of 60) $1.99 Jewelry findings, earring converter, converts pierced to clip, 2 gold tone pieces per clear acrylic container. |
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600g Digital Flip Cover Pocket Findings Scales with Blue Backlight $5.96 The scale features weigh modes in gram (g), ounce (oz) penny weight (dwt) and grains (gn). The insides cover also features a label listing the key function and calibration steps. The hinged hard cover protects the scale so no pressure is applied to the weighing platform while the scale is not in use or carried in your shirt pocket. The amazing small size ( 5″ x 3″ x 0.75″) of the scale makes it a … |
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1/16 Dia. 1/8 Long Copper Rivet $4.75 1/16″ Dia. 1/8″ Long Copper Rivet Use the 1/16″ Rivet Piercing/Setting Tool to set these rivets… |
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Proxxon 28608 Precision Vise FMZ with Clamp $43.00 The ball and socket design of this German engineered bench vise, shown here in a horizontal position, allows the ability to position this vise in virtually any orientation. This vise also has flexible mounting options built right in to its design. It can be securely clamped to a table or bench, or screwed directly to a work bench. This vise also makes using our riveting system even easier to use. … |
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1/16 Dia. 1/16 Long Copper Rivet $4.75 1/16″ Dia. 1/16″ Long Copper Rivet Use the 1/16″ Rivet Piercing/Setting Tool to set these rivets… |
Carving Wooden Jewelry Boxes with Different Types of Wood
When they are of good quality, wooden jewelry boxes have the potential of becoming heirlooms. Their strength gives them the ability to last a lifetime. There are many ways to decorate their surfaces.
They can be done up with carving, some embellishments and even art forms like Marquetry. There are a number of woods that can be utilized in the making of jewelry boxes. One popular, locally available wood is Mahogany.
It is primarily used in jewelry cases for its rot-resistant abilities. A beautiful sheen comes out when this wood is polished. Craftsmen, amateur or professional, prefer Mahogany for the simple reason that it can be worked on with a variety of tools. It is largely used for the making of men's valets since it exudes a masculine aura.
Easily found in the United States, Ebony is dark in color and gives jewelry boxes a great depth. Because of the density this wood possesses, it sinks when placed in water. This shows its strength and durability.
If your home decor is antique or classically styled then an ebony jewelry box will fit right in. There are may ways to carve the lids of these boxes. They can even be buffed differently giving it that vintage look.
The commonly used designs are stacked versions or those with pull drawers and removable trays. White Ash jewelry boxes are light in color. Craftsmen like this wood a lot for its ability to be molded beautifully when steamed. This makes it the best wood choice for those boxes that are curved and come in varied shapes.
The weight to strength ratio of White Ash is balanced, making it strong. Despite being an open-pored wood it does not have any distinctive odor. As a wood, it is strong, shock-resistant and very flexible.
Cherry wood is used quite a bit in the making of jewelry boxes. The heartwood of this tree ranges from light pink to a reddish brown and the sapwood is always lighter. Cherry wood of all kinds darkens with age enhancing its elegance. Because of its smooth texture, this wood is the best one to use if you want to carve on your box.
Cherry wood shows off a number of finishes, but the best ones are always the natural variety. Cherry wood boxes that have been designed traditionally can be highlighted with brass accents while the more modernistic versions can be done in silver. Cherry wood boxes are best highlighted with gum streaks.
The lightest of wood boxes are those made of Maple wood. There are times when White Maple is bleached before polishing to make it lighter. Decorative objects are made of curly and bird's eye Maple.
It is unfortunate though that Maple is a single growth tree. What will happen is that when its supply is exhausted, its prices are going to skyrocket, matching other rare trees.
This article was written by Ruth D’Souza Prabhu of MarqART Gift Shop. Our jewelry boxes are original works of art, no two creations are the same. Each wood shown has its own unique wood grain pattern and color. MarqART comes from combining the words marquetry (wood inlay) + Art (a creation of beauty) an apt name for our marqart wood design products. A fine addition to your dressing table or as a gift. Please visit http://www.marqartgiftshop.com to browse & buy exotic jewelry boxes that will give you a lifetime of pleasure!