Jewellery Making – everything you need to create your own jewellery

Getting Started with Jewellery Making

From beginner to pro: Starter kits and individual components side by side – you can buy one earring hook or 100 pcs. of the same item.

1-2 day delivery: In-stock items are typically packed the same day. Shipping 39 kr. in Denmark – free over 399 kr.

Store in Gentofte: Nybrovej 83, 2820 Gentofte. See and feel the products before you buy – we've been here since 2003.

Essential Tools

You can go far with three pliers: round nose pliers for bending loops, flat nose pliers for holding and closing jump rings, and side cutters for snipping thread and wire. If you're working with wire and crimp beads, crimping pliers are a good fourth investment – they close crimp beads in two steps, making them round and neat instead of flat.

A bead mat or a tray with an edge will save you from searching for beads on the floor, and tweezers make it easier to pick up small Miyuki beads.

Choose Materials Based on How the Jewellery Will Be Worn

If the jewellery is to be worn every day – including in the shower and during exercise – stainless steel (304/316L) is the most robust choice: it doesn't tarnish and is water-resistant. Sterling silver offers a softer, more classic look and can be polished again if it tarnishes over time. Brass and base metal are the affordable option when you need many identical parts, for example, for a market stall or production.

For allergy sufferers, both 925 sterling silver and surgical steel (304/316L) are nickel-free, which is why these are the two materials we most often recommend for earring hooks and studs.

Sizes You Should Know

• Bracelets: 17–19 cm is standard for adults. Add 1–2 cm if the beads are over 8 mm.
• Necklaces: 40–42 cm sits close to the neck, 45 cm is classic, 60–70 cm falls over the chest.
• Jump Rings: indicated as outer diameter × wire thickness, e.g., 5 × 0.8 mm. Choose wire thickness based on the weight of the pendant.
• Miyuki Seed Beads: 15/0 are the smallest, followed by 11/0, 8/0, and 6/0 as the largest.
• Bead Hole: most stone beads have a 0.8–1.0 mm hole – check this before choosing your thread.

Develop Your Craft: Sell Your Jewellery

If you make jewellery for sale, you can buy the same components in larger quantities with automatic volume discounts, and find gift boxes, jewellery trays, price tags, and display items for stalls and shops with us. We already supply a wide range of Danish jewellery designers and webshops.

FAQ

What do I need to start making jewellery as a beginner?

At a minimum: round-nose pliers, flat-nose pliers, side cutters, a stringing material (elastic, wire, or chain), beads or gemstones, and jewellery findings such as jump rings, clasps, and ear hooks. We offer DIY kits if you prefer to start with an all-in-one package.

Which material is best for sensitive ears?

925 sterling silver and surgical steel (304/316L) are nickel-free and the materials we recommend for ear hooks and studs for nickel allergies.

How long should a string for a bracelet be?

17–19 cm is standard for adults. If you are using beads larger than 8 mm, you should add 1–2 cm, as larger beads take up more space on the inside of the wrist.

Can I buy individual components, or do I have to buy packs?

Both. Most jewellery findings can be purchased in small quantities, and the same items are often available in bulk packs at a lower unit price.

Do you offer jewellery making workshops?

Yes. We have jewellery courses and a drop-in jewellery workshop at our store in Gentofte – you can find current dates under 'Hobby miscellaneous'.