BUYING GEMSTONES: tips for sourcing gemstones online; fake crystals, scams, sustainability

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OPEN TO FIND RESOURCES AND LINKS! Final video about buying gemstones with list of sellers is finally here! Open for more details below and link to the downloadable list!
How to source gemstones online? How to spot fake crystals? Where to buy cabochons for jewelry making? This video answers these and other questions about sourcing gems. It's also a summary of previous videos of the series, which are listed below, make sure you check them out too! :)
⭐️ LIST OF SELLERS (PDF to download): / list-of-gemstone-27415416
⭐️ LIST of additional RESOURCES for further reading (PDF to download): / list-of-gemstone-27415416
⭐️ EXTENDED LIST OF SELLERS & suppliers: / extended-list-of-27415903
Middle photo from the thumbnail belongs to Laura from The Wild Pine.
⭐️ GEMSTONE SERIES:
- How to find gemstone sellers? Tips from JEWELRY MAKERS: • BUYING GEMSTONES: How ...
- How to attend a gem show: • HOW TO ATTEND A GEM SH...
- How to source gemstones, tips from lapidary artist and gem cutter, Mineral Rare: • BUYING GEMSTONES: How ...
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⭐️ TUTORIALS:
How to make a BEZEL step by step: • SILVER BEZEL for caboc...
How to make a RING from start to finish: • How to make a ring - f...
How to make LABRADORITE RING: • How to make a ring wit...
How to make EASY STACKIG RINGS: • How to make EASY STACK...
How to make AN EASY PENDANT: • HOW TO MAKE A PENDANT ...
How to make STUD EARRINGS: • How to make Alpaca ste...
How to make STEAMPUNK RING: • STEAMPUNK ring - turni...
How to make GOLD FILLED STUDS: • How to make GOLD FILLE...
How to make SILVER GEMSTONE STUDS: • How to make silver ear...
⭐️ TOOLS, MATERIALS, RESOURCES:
Metal starter pack: • BASIC METAL for silver...
Most Basic Tools: • MOST BASIC SILVERSMITH...
Basic silversmithing tools: • Learn silversmithing: ...
Books to learn silversmithing: • Silversmithing BOOKS &...
DIY workbench: • Easy DIY JEWELER'S BEN...
Sawing for beginners part 1: • Silversmithing For Beg...
Sawing for beginners part 2: • Silversmithing For Beg...
Patina: • What PATINA do I use a...
Soldering surfaces: • My SOLDERING SURFACES ...
Rotary tool and flex shaft attachments: • Pendant motor ATTACHME...
How to use jump ring maker: • How to make JUMP RINGS...
How to use ring bending tool: • Pepetools RING BENDING...
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@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Hi guys! Here it is! New video about sourcing gemstones, buying online and in person, spotting fakes and scams, and more! Enjoy watching, and as always, leave the comment, like and share! :)) Your support means everything to me ♥ Love ya!

@AnkurTripathi 5 лет назад

Help me with a good source to buy Green aventurine please !

@nathaniellaguna7678 3 года назад

How much

@positivethinker5444 2 года назад

@@AnkurTripathi hi ankur ... Am a gemstones merchant ... I could give u good quality gemstones for u . U r welcome😊🤝

@acesang7017 2 года назад

I can’t find the pdf, could you please direct me? I love this series!

@beccajones3361 Год назад

Hi I’m new to your videos. I’m very interested in watching all of your videos. I am new to learning gemstone bracelets & other jewelry as well. This video mentions a list of companies to buy gemstones from, I don’t see it. Can you direct me to where I need go to get that list. Thank you so much! 🙏🏻🙂

@evangelinanika7556 5 лет назад

The fact that you are willing to share your knowledge without keeping it to yourself is making you not only a trustful professional, but also a remarkable human being. A lot of us don't have the means to get useful information and advice like those you present, so in behalf of this part of fellow artisans: *THANK YOU BASIA!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Thank you so much fofi, this truly means everything! ❤️❤️❤️ There's so much information out there, I believe haven't even covered 20% of it, but hopefully, what I did share, can be useful to others :) I've learned tons in the process and I don't think sharing this will make the competition worse. On the contrary, community over cometition 😃 There's enough room for all of us! :) And of course thanks to all these sweet makers that shared their experiences with me in the first place, that I was able to make these videos too!

@ms.marvelous7019 3 года назад

The dislikes on this video are the people who sold you glass and plastic 🤷🏽‍♀️ 😂thanks for your transparency in this 💖

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 3 года назад

hahaha, that's probably true 😄 Thank you so much for watching!

@tobascoheat6582 2 года назад

Thank you for being a moral person who cares about the well-being of others, even on the other side of the world! I also appreciate you for advising people not to do business with companies that severely take advantage of people.

@calliepegasus6578 3 года назад

Thank you so very much!! I've seen too many American crystal seller channels here that advertise info on how to start a crystal business, eyc, etc , yet refuse to suggest suppliers newbies like myself may start with. You are awesome!

@julietmbab7759 Год назад

I landed your page while researching buyers of amethyst, emerald and sapphire. Just to to say I totally enjoyed your content. Your generosity, passion and hard work are palpable and I wish you more success!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Год назад

That's so awesome to hear! Thank yo so much, I appreciate it a lot

@julietmbab7759 Год назад

I also DMd you on Instagram. Please let’s explore and opportunity I mentioned to you.

@mkivy 4 года назад

I buy a lot of gem stones like sapphires, garnets, opals, and lots of turquoise when I go to New Mexico...my home. I am 36 Native American ...Pueblo tribes. Thank u for being so informative and helpful I will share this on my social media...I’m almost at my limit for friends.

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 4 года назад

Thank you Mike! We are all friends here on the channel, I find my community to be very kind and supportive, so stick around :) And I'm soo envious you can go and buy these gorgeous gems in person! That's a dream

@dawidwarta1063 5 лет назад

It's simply amazing how much knowledge one must possess to even begin the journey to become a professional in such line of work :) Even more amazing is that you take your time and effort to share all those hard-earned informations with everone willing to listen! Thanks Basia!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

wow, I'm speachles ❤️ Thank you so much for your kindest words and such tremendous support! Really appreciate it! :))

@beckymartin4054 3 года назад

Thank you so much for this video. I have just started looking at videos after really enjoying a silversmith workshop I attended and wanted to learn more. The fact that you are prepared to advise others on what you have learnt over the years is amazing and very unselfish of you, thank you so much! Xx

@wylenezopfi7827 2 года назад

I’m a newish silversmith and this information is invaluable to me! I’ve made a couple rookie mistakes buying stones, and I really appreciate your time putting this video together- I’m so glad I found you!

@sleepdeprivedstudios8002 Год назад

Thank you so much for sharing this!! I'm starting my own jewelry business, and unethical labour has been a huge problem in my country. I refuse to support the businesses abusing my people, and it's been a headache and a half looking for stones that aren't halfway across the world.

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Год назад

I completely understand you and I'm glad you have this approach! I hope you'll be able to find the stones and good sellers easily and will be sure about their practice and quality. Good luck 🙏❤️

@obamapaloma6429 8 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for all this information I have been looking for this for a while.

@samuellaramsey5963 2 года назад

I'm loving this series! Thank you so much!

@kasiulekk23 5 лет назад

Thanks so much Basia! I can see you've been busy, thanks for the help and resources you share with us! xx

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Thank you Katarzyna! You are very welcome! :))

@TheEvilspirit91 4 года назад

The way you speak softly makes so much understandable. Very informative. Love your smile. ☺️

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 4 года назад

Wow, thank you! 😍❤ And thank you for watching

@BeadnWithNicoleB 2 года назад

This was a great video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge especially for people who are new to gemstones and minerals.

@themarathondispatching1586 2 года назад

Your energy is immaculate! YOU ARE GREAT!

@lourry2010 4 года назад

Thank you so much for all this hard work. You have no idea how this helped me. I feel very grateful for your hard work. So, thank you!!!!!

@smokeydog67 Год назад

I am so very thankful I came across your videos, your knowledge and wisdom of the gem world has helped me get off to a good start. I learn something every time I watch one of your videos, thank you so very much!

@lizlloyd4818 5 лет назад

Hi, I've just watched this video and it's great! Thank you for all your advice and sharing your experiences. I'm at the beginning of my jewellery-making journey and learning tips like these is invaluable. I've also watched your video on how to photography jewellery and that's also really helpful. I'll take a look at the other gemstone videos you have. Thanks once again!! :)

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Thank you Liz for watching and for your sweet comment! :) Glad you've enjoed it! There's so much to know when starting out, but surely you'll learn it all with time ❤️ Good luck!

@deviantoutcast 3 года назад

I came across your channel by happenstance just a few hours ago so I haven't had the time to watch more than like 5 videos so far, but I can say, without a doubt, that I really like what I've seen. You have nice pace even for someone like me who has a really hard time keeping focus, yet manage to get a lot of information in a very concise manner. So, job very well done, in my humble opinion (it doesn't happen very often - like _at all_ - but I actually subscribed like a third way into the second video and believe me: that says a lot in my world!). I realize this video's already closing in on two years since it was published (or uploaded, or what-ever the kids say these days ;) ), and as I've understood things, a lot of content creators doesn't really keep track on their comment sections for more than less than a day and often not even that so I don't know what the chanses are you'll ever see this. But you never know and the best way to not being heard is to keep silent, so I'm just going to shoot from the hip in the dark and who knows: if I'm lucky, maybe I'll hit something - at some time, in some way. Enough with the me-rambling-on-and-on-and-on-and... Let's get on with the gemstone's and the jewelry and you requesting feedback and future ideas for videos! *_Amber!_* I'd love to see a video about amber. From what I've gathered, amber is one of the most commonly fraudulently faked stones (as in: not at all amber, but sold as such. So, pure frauds.) and those manufacturing fake amber is apparently very skilled at it (which is strange to me, but I'm close to the Baltic See, so perhaps I'm just spoiled or something). Anyway, you' might not be "in" to amber - in to using it in your jewelry that is - and/or don't feel you can (or want to) provide any valuable info on the matter, but if you do, I for one would love a "deep-dive" video (or just a regular one) on amber. How to determine the real deal from the fake, resources for purshase, how to polishing raw amber ... any and all you're willing to share - it would all be greatly appreciated! But even if there's nothing you're willing or able to share on that subject, I maintain: Thank you for sharing anyway: I already have several more of your videos lined up in the que as is and I'll definetly be back for more later on as well! Cheers!

@deviantoutcast 3 года назад

P.s. Sorry for the rambling - I, unlike you, am not very concise I'm afraid... =/

@nelliefrancis4041 3 года назад

Your video presentation was very informative. I was busy taking notes to many questions I have as a beginning jewelry maker. Thank you for sharing your experiences and knowledge. I can see you writing your own book on the knowledge of jewelry making in the future. ❤️

@josiejohnston3310 4 года назад

I loved this! So much insight

@samuellaramsey5963 3 года назад

Thank you so much for your honest share! Your information is very useful and you are adorable!

@susanaortiz7729 2 года назад

Subscribed!😍 Loving your passion for your work 🔮🤗genuine lady for sure 😘 thanks for sharing all that info 🙏

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 2 года назад

Thank you so much!! I appreciate it a lot 🙏❤️ Glad you enjoyed the video :))

@bieroslawa 5 лет назад

Thanks Basia! So much useful information. Really appreciate that!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Thanks love! Glad you like it :)

@Lucy4n89 5 лет назад

Super super super useful info. Thanks a lot Basia!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

ahh, thank you! :)

@korneliajewelry 5 лет назад

Basia, I've really enjoyed this gemstone series and you've done an awesome job sharing tips and advice! For those of you who might be overwhelmed: don't worry! Think of the biggest advice Basia gave you in this video: Don't be afraid to ask! I've studied jewelry design and one of the courses we had was gemology, and I'm running a jewelry business for over 7 years and I still (or even more and more) know that I don't know a lot about gemstones :D I tell you this, because I want to say: don't let it stop you to start and try, just go out there and ask questions and buy stones that speak to your imagination!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Yes, you are totally right!! And I agree, the subject is so broad and complicated, lots of info and so many things to look out for! But it's also very exciting and stones are beautiful :) Asking questions is vital and many fellow makers are happy to help too :) And I love the last part: "buy stones that speak to your imagination" couldn't agree more! ❤️❤️❤️

@lunangellus 3 года назад

the best video on yt, tysm!

@renpatman 4 года назад

This is super helpful ♥️♥️♥️

@roxanntrudelle6278 11 месяцев назад

Thank you for all the information on stone and much more about what and where to look to have great gems. Thank you again.

@amandabyram4490 5 лет назад

THANKYIOU such brilliant and informative info, love your videos you are so easy to listen to and talk in a way that’s so easy to understand. I bought some stones from the rock gem n bead show recently, that was a great experience and I’m going to go to another you can’t beat buying stones that are right in front of you, but definately have a budget and stick to it, it’s like being a child in a candy store you want EVERYTHING!!😄can’t wait to see rolling mill in action, I’m very jealous😊 Amanda

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Hi Amanda! :) Thank you so much for your sweet comment and taking the time to watch the video! I'm happy you've enjoyed it 😀 Girl, tell me about it! I LOVE gem shows and I always HAVE to have a certain budget, otherwise I'd go broke! lol 😂 That show you've mentioned is a really good one, I went twice to Cheltenham and was very pleased. I just wish they'd have more cabs (rose cut, sapphires and tourmalines). As for the rolling mill, you'll see it in action next week! :) xx

@reesefewell3207 4 года назад

That was a great video thank you for sharing such a wealth of information! Well, it looks like I'm off to binge watch your channel while I re-organize all my crafting materials and art supplies. hehe :D Subbed!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 4 года назад

Thank you so much! And thank you for the sub! It really means a lot! ❤ I'm happy you've enjoyed watching and I hope you weren't too exhausted from watching a lot haha 😀

@hesun5101 3 года назад

Thank you so much! I am looking for information about jewelry craft to make a present for my GF. If successful that would be my first jewelry craft. Your video truly helps. All the best!

@ALEXAWRIGHT 3 года назад

Thank you for your knowledge about gems! I'm just getting into collecting gems and this is super helpful. xx

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 3 года назад

You're so welcome! I'm glad you liked it. Good luck when collecting your gemstones! It's always worth it to take some time, not rush and make sure that you pay for quality products :)

@crystalmilk5813 2 года назад

Have u purchased from on of the websites

@aprendehungarofacil5146 3 года назад

london blue topaz is mostly irradiated. Also heated but mostly irradiated. great video!

@jannowak6260 5 лет назад

That's very helpful, Basia, thank you.

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for watching Jan! :)

@bj20715 5 лет назад

Lots of good information. Thanks so much for sharing it with us!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Really appreciate your kind words and glad you've enjoyed it! :D

@judithjeffers7666 3 года назад

It was a pleasure watching your video. It was easy to understand. It was informative. Thanx for sharing your knowledge.

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 3 года назад

That's wonderful, thank you so much! ❤️

@craftedtreasures 3 года назад

Thanks I appreciate your sharing your knowledge. Love the style you create.

@maryamraf858 2 года назад

Thank you so much for your help and kindness💚💯💗🙏

@evelinesouren-vanhorne4571 5 лет назад

Great video, very helpfull with finding a good stone. Love to see a video about fakes and how to recognize them.

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

thank you so much for watching! Glad you've enjoed it :) I'll definitely make that video in the near future!

@judithjeffers7666 2 года назад

Thanx for sharing your expertise. Don’t worry about things like pronouncing words and such. You are doing a very good job of educating us. Just remember, they still put easers on pencils.

@hafman715 2 года назад

You are simply wonderful. Thank you for the help!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 2 года назад

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching!

@anom3897 4 года назад

Thanks for informing me to by sustainable gems free of childlabour and bad working conditions. You have a new subsriber and my respect :)!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 4 года назад

I'm super happy you've enjoed the video and information, thank you for watching :) And yes, it's a very important subject, worth being talked about

@Melissafullofgrace 3 года назад

Thank you for this awesome video!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 3 года назад

My pleasure! I hope it was useful 💗

@lilyroses 4 года назад

Thank you for the video, very helpful list especially for the UK

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 4 года назад

Really happy you've found it useful! Yes, in the UK it's a bit harder to get quality stones and find sellers. We could order from the US of course, but that takes so long to deliver and costs a lot for the shipping and customs. Thank you for watching! ❤️

@zamoraartistry2392 3 года назад

Thank you very muchhhh ✨💕💕💕

@gertrudaadamiec2835 5 лет назад

Great video! Thank you!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Thank you for watching! :)

@tishsmiddy71 Год назад

I’ve learned so much from you thank you so❤️💋

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Год назад

my pleasure, Tish! ❤ I'm very happy to hear that, thank you

@emt155 2 года назад

Thank you so so much for not gatekeeping so so many jewelers do & I’m just starting out so it’s not like I’ll copy them I just want to get the good stones too 😮‍💨

@olvimend 4 года назад

You are simply great!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 4 года назад

Thank you so much girl! Really appreciate it 🤗

@dolsen1959do 2 года назад

Great video

@primilano 2 года назад

Hello from 🇧🇷. Thank you for this! ♥️

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 2 года назад

Hello lovely! Happy you liked it, thank you for watching! :))

@petrichor7121 5 лет назад

Super helpful and informative.. Thank you so much for sharing. I've been fairly lucky so far and I bought most of my stuff on Amazon. It's distressing to hear about the possible working conditions of those persons in India.. a real pity because I've read that while the cut and polish may not be the best you're less likely to get fake stones there.

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for watching and your comment! :) I'm really happy you haven't had bad experience. As for India, it's true the stones there are usually real, which is great. Things to look for would be rather poor cutting, cracks or different stones sold as substitutes for other ones. It's all about the research and how transparent the company is. Because not every business is involved in bad work conditions and slave-like work. For example in Jaipur possibly every business is connected with gemstones and there's many good, proud and honest sellers! I would say fakes most likely would be coming from China.

@mahaeweda8160 3 года назад

Thank you very much dear 🥰🥰🥰

@sdaoudi7796 2 года назад

You voice is so beautiful and nice to hear❤️😍

@tobascoheat6582 2 года назад

I just heard a story, which happened recently about a boy in India, the oldest of several children, who wanted to help his mom. His father was dead, so life was very hard for them. One day the boy (somewhere between the age of 9-12) told his mom that he was going to do an errand for her, but instead he went to the coal mine to work to earn 75 cents! That's ALL they paid for a day's labor, but they were so poor even that would help a little. While the boy was working, there was a explosion in the mine and the boy was killed. It's so horrible that they would exploit people and especially children that way!!!

@hybridgoth 3 месяца назад

The Mohs scale of hardness is specifically relating to scratch hardness rather than toughness, some relatively hard stones have poor toughness. Some stones are susceptible to damage from heat/cold, others, may cleave easily requiring delicate pressure and protective settings. Either way it's always a good idea to do a bit of personal research into any stone you intend on using before purchasing to ascertain it's suitability for the particular purpose.

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 3 месяца назад

Thank you for adding this! It's a valuable tip and advice

@mabtamros 3 года назад

Thanks for some amazing Tips and sharing ❤ How hard is it to tell if Rhodochrosite gemstones 6-8mm bracelets are fake as these tend to be quite small.

@elaine_qqliu8506 3 года назад

Oh my God. This is exactly what I need. I'm trying to get myself the very first healing Amethyst. Very informative and helpful video 👍

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 3 года назад

Really happy this was helpful Elaine! Buying gemstones can be very tricky and there's a lot of scams we have to watch out for. I'm preparing another video about buying gemstones online, so I hope you'll find it useful too! Take care 😊

@elaine_qqliu8506 3 года назад

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Sounds good! I'm looking forward to seeing the new video. Again, tenks for sharing the information with me. Just love it.

@user-er1wu3qq9d 2 месяца назад

Thanks so much I want to learn making gemstones for wire tree beading art so wish your help

@feelreleasemeditations7432 Год назад

Thank you!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Год назад

Thank you for watching ❤️

@brightstar4513 2 года назад

Your accent is really great. I can't place it but it's cute avoiding stigma of sounding creepy thanks foe the facts about this little income stream idea I had. I particularly like your easy production it's actually 👌 crisp and flowing. By all means get in touch here if ya ever want a slight upgrade with the audio I'd be happy to help from pointers (haha to return the favor hey) to cheap tweaks (even though I have no idea how this turned into a shameless self promotion rather than my original sentence summing up my commenting tonight lol) Ive also begun to offer the service as a whole audio production management package. Anywho great info package here I shall give it a post!

@paprikaveg405 3 года назад

I find you amazing! I love your content, I am very inspired by your journey. May I ask how long have you been making jewellery? ☺️

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 3 года назад

Wow, thank you so much! You're very kind ❤️ I've started around 2017-2018 with silversmithing. I've made a little video about how I started if you want to check it out 🥰 ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-paiiYUT8GyY.html

@paprikaveg405 3 года назад

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing I will do thank you

@lindaetherington8745 Год назад

Thanks!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Год назад

Linda, am I seeing this right?? 😮 Oh my dear, thank you so much! That's so generous and kind, you have no idea how much this means to me ❤️ I hope that my videos will be useful and helpful, please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions at all 💜 Thank you so much again, you've made my day, I appreciate it a lot xx

@annaboas 3 года назад

Hi - Thanks for this video

@genissefranklin796 3 года назад

What about buying them for really cheap prices from etsy?

@user-qv9vv6pz6l 4 года назад

Hello, I love your videos!! Where are you from?

@tishsmiddy71 3 года назад

Thank you 😊 🤟🏻🥰💋

@ColdBrewBarbie 4 года назад

love this video! its so hard to spot fakes online! this inspired me to make a video on how to spot fake malachite online to help other not get suckered into buying fakes!

@karie9890 2 года назад

Hi Basia~ Thank you for your help! How do you know WHO is a reputable dealer when you have to order online?? I have but one gem show in my area per year. (Tucson)

@Ken_Dalton 5 лет назад

Good morning 😉.. Wow lots and lots of great valuable information in this video for those learning n starting out! It's taken me quite some time to find trusting contacts.. But there's still alot to beware of out there so I appreciate u sharing... And your "little bag of beads" was so funny, sorry to laugh haha I would have kept this too! 😂 love your accent by the way, u was going to ask where are u from but you said your parents bought u that book in Poland so I'm guessing you are polish😜 I think the polish girls accent is very cute😌🙊 lol hope u have a great day x

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Hi! Thanks so much for another lovely comment and for watching! Glad you've enjoyed it and hopefully all that info is useful! :) Haha, yes that little pack of beads makes me laugh now, but I was seriously pissed when I first got it haha :) But that was valuable lesson and experience. Yup, I'm from Poland! 😀 Thanks so much, happy you like my accent! Have a great day too!

@Ken_Dalton 5 лет назад

Stardust Mine Jewellery well at least u can laugh about it now. If we didn't laugh we'd cry eh? 😂.. And the only way we learn I find is to make mistakes and hopefully we won't do them again!! Yes thank u I took alot from your videos especially about Indian stones n who does n doesn't get paid. Made me really think hard bcoz iv seen alot of great deals from there and noticed how the prices were much much lower than others.. So I don't think I would like to support child labor or modern slavery so u openedy eyes to something I didn't give enough thought too, so I really appreciate that alot 😉 In very new to Makin jewlers but Iam loving it so far, i really just make rings but I'm sure I'll stretch out into other things eventually.. Glad u liked my comments 🤗

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

@@Ken_Dalton Very true! :)

@alexanderasadullah5253 3 года назад

More then what you was saying I enjoyed how you look, talk and act Dem so gorgeous 😍

@kjugdave 3 года назад

Hi! I was wondering if you have recommendations for sellers of Cabochons in Canada

@huangjustin381 3 года назад

thank u 😊

@Mqhd1 3 года назад

Hi im begining a new Gem Stone Business and i bought some Natural Stones as well , as i noticed You told us That we should Not able to read some notes with crystals Or did i missundrestand You ?

@GuyG.KTalesOfAnimals 2 года назад

Budget people! Broken section in mineral center is a wonderful place to find affordable arrangement of different qualities of crystals, some need tinkering but you can find beautiful treasures in there. They’ll need cleansing like any other stone- deep cleansing a new stone is good idea (you can wash really well them if they’re water proof of do whatever feels right, the point is that you want to cleans the stone from all negative and all unwanted energy for healing and the highest good of the stone, to be crystal clear to fresh start). If you have cutting and polishing equipment you might even be able to fix or shape rougher/poorly cut stones however you like, I heard one can do it with just a piece diamond sanding paper (sanding paper for stones) and stone polishing products. There are beautiful tutorials for polishing stones.

@canadiangemstones7636 Год назад

You can skip the “cleansing” process. Minerals don’t hold any magical energies.

@kathiefenton7815 2 года назад

You give good ad about it. I am just looking for some extra . It is a family company my cousin is a geologist and then one of my other cousins does a cutting I do more than designing form and I’m just looking for some certain particular things that you’re very educated.

@Em.5.4.3.2.1 5 лет назад

I've had the same problems with cracked (and useless) cabs from India on ebay. Also watch out for postage scams - and they often oil up the gems to make them shine and cover bad polishing. Also, I've looked at some of the resources on your list - you can't seriously buy from them, some of the prices are ludicrous.

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

Yes, exactly! That oiling is honestly ridiculous sometimes haha :) As for those sellers - I've included sellers from different price levels for different needs. Some people collect rare gems (that are perfectly cut, which makes them a work of art in itself) and those are indeed very expensive. I wouldn't expect most of jewellery makers to buy these on the regular basis, but it's good to know about them. Most of the sellers have average pricing though :)

@Urban_Piggy 3 года назад

If you have any recommendations about ethical opals, please tell. I’d prefer to be a more informed buyer.

@annefowler4222 2 года назад

Thank you for this video! I have gotten fakes off of Amazon :(

@brussjhon645 6 месяцев назад

Hey there thank for the video, and I like to start the gym business I have access to get it but I like to learn more about it so please are advised thanks

@_divinemama 3 года назад

Are the crystal beads from Michaels craft store real at all?

@Bonnie-sd7et 4 года назад

Years ago I bought a ring in Cyprus that they claimed was turquoise but after becoming familiar with gemstones it’s blatantly howlite. Very different!

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 4 года назад

oooh, so true!! Howlite is very popular to be sold as a real Turquoise to those who don't know the difference. We've all been there sadly, but it's a learning experience

@idonthaveaname42 2 года назад

What do you think about gemmart and gemsbymail?

@catherine3041 2 года назад

Is it better to use a out of the country whoesaler or in the usa wholesaler ?

@faby6451 5 лет назад

I THINK I haven't bought anything fake, but I'm starting so anything could happen... 😂 Actually I'm very afraid of that. I gonna take a look at the lists because I've to admit that it's something in which I'm really lost. Very useful and interesting! You're such an angel ♥ Thanks thanks thanks ♥ :)

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

I hope it'll stay like this :) if you're conscious and carfeul, you might be able to avoid fake crystal altogether! So don't be too afraid, it's not worth to waste your precious health on that, mistakes happen sometimes and we learn from them! :) Thanks so much for your support Faby! Really appreciate it ❤️

@stevehand8063 5 лет назад

Thankyou.👍

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 5 лет назад

You're welcome Steve! :)

@ItsLymecom Год назад

what is the best reputable Source for gemstone beads online?

@paulakatarzyna2005 3 года назад

Super:)

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 3 года назад

Dziękuję bardzo 😊

@cenedraleaheldra5275 3 года назад

How do you find all that information about who found the gems and who cut and who sells. Most sellers assay they are ethical but how do you know.

@acciowilltolive6427 3 года назад

hi love the video 💕 and this might be a very stupid question but when i order from the sellers, do i have to tell that i’m planning to resell them. i’m new to this if you can’t tell 😂✨

@stephencoster9532 Год назад

No, same as any shop or store, once you own the product it is yours to do what you want with. I hope this helps. Stay safe, Steve...

@shafiqakbar5551 Год назад

We want hear more from you

@nokwazisabela6515 3 года назад

You're such a breeze, thank you for sharing the Info.

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 3 года назад

Thank you so much for watching! :))

@williambuck5617 4 года назад

my biggest peeve is cubic zirconia being called zircon very different gems real zircon is one of my favorite stones and cubic zirconia is glass and ive seen so many times that jewelers even call cubic zirconia a zircon ahhhhh it makes buying real zircon very hard

@TheArtOfMetalsmithing 4 года назад

that's so true! Thank you for this great comment, it's important to look out for it when buying!

@user-ob1yv3gy7h Год назад

how much price one kerat for taffeite and do you buy it

@baileydawson9753 4 года назад

How can I get sustainable quality stones during quarantine?

@UU-ww6hc 3 года назад

All my stones were bought on eBay and i can tell you that I have genuine and rare specimen in my collection, without eBay my life would have not been the same in my experience. Please note that I have nothing to do with eBay I am just a user/buyer on there.