Newsletter for Jewelry Makers: Discover the Many Meanings in Jewelry Designs

Learn how various imagery and more can be used to create meaningful jewelry [-- Fire Mountain Gems and Beads -- ]( America's Favorite Beading and Jewelry Supply Company® [Learn how various imagery and more can be used to create meaningful jewelry]( Share: [Share on Facebook]( [Tweet]( [Cultural Symbols in Jewelry]( Human beings wear jewelry as a form of self-expression and have done so for centuries. Many forms of jewelry often have a religious or spiritual significance, while others were seen as symbols of wealth or status. Explore the various types of symbols and meaningful materials used in many types of jewelry and get inspiration for your own designs. [Read the Article ›]( Beadatorial [Cultural Symbols in Jewelry]( Cultural Symbols in Jewelry What is an Ichthys fish? Which paw of the beckoning cat is believed to bring wealth? Learn about common religious, cultural and other symbols for a better understanding of how to incorporate them into your designs. [Read the Article ›]( Featured Project [TITLE 2]( Rosary with Black Onyx and Brecciated Jasper Gemstone Beads, Sterling Silver Beads and Focal and Preciosa Czech Crystal Beads Brecciated jasper and black onyx give this rosary a rich, earthy feel, making this piece as stylish as it is spiritual. String one up with our easy, step-by-step instructions. [View the Instructions ›]( What's New! [Gemstone Chakra Strands]( Gemstone Chakra Strands Perfect for any rainbow-themed design, including chakra jewelry, these gemstone strands give you eight beautiful gemstones all at once. Each strand includes amethyst, lapis lazuli, blue apatite, green aventurine, citrine, carnelian, garnet and crystal quartz. [Shop ›]( Ask the Experts [Ask the Experts]( I'm hearing that aluminum is a good metal for jewelry chain. What are the benefits to using aluminum vs. sterling silver? Also, what is rhodium? Is it hypoallergenic? Thank you. -Mary [Read the Answer ›]( Meet Nannett Cepero [Featured Artist Nannett Cepero]( What role does jewelry-making play in your life? I hope to do this until I draw my last breath; it is my relaxation and prayer. As a stay-at-home, homeschooling mom, it is a pastime. [Read Nannett's Story ›]( Product of the Week - Round Precious Metal Wire [Product of the Week - Round Precious Metal Wire]( Most people know that gemstones are believed by some to have certain metaphysical benefits. But did you know that metal—especially precious metal—is also thought to have special properties. Explore our collection of precious metal wire to add that extra special something to your designs. [Shop ›]( Free Video of the Week [Secrets to Using Bead Caps]( Secrets to Using Bead Caps [Watch the Video ›]( Featured Business Article [Free Featured Business Article - Natural Selection]( Natural Selection Courtesy of Handmade Business Gordon Uyehara excels at creating lifelike, nature-inspired sculptures in metal clay. The Honolulu native's journey to becoming a metal clay artist took some very personal, spiritual and scientific paths. [Read the Article ›]( Color Trends [TTITLE 3]( [Apple Brandy]( [Sangria]( [Candy Apple]( Earrings with Czech Fire-Polished Glass Beads, Antique Gold-Finished "Pewter" Drops and Purely Silk™ Tassels [Hand of Fatima charms]( get a glam-up with a bit of red glass paint, matching perfectly with trendy tassels made from Purely Silk thread. The warm, spicy red of [Candy Apple]( and bold scarlet of [Sangria]( are readily apparent, accented with the spicy golden hues of [Apple Brandy](. [View the Design Idea ›]( Featured Sale [Sales and Specials at Fire Mountain Gems and Beads]( Take some time to shop our big $1 Sale. You'll find beads, chain, ready-to-wear jewelry and more, all for the low, low price of one dollar apiece. Hurry—the sale ends November 7th at 11:59 p.m. PT. [Shop $1 Sale ›]( Connect with Us [ FACEBOOK ]( [ YOUTUBE ]( [ TWITTER ]( [ PINTEREST ]( [ INSTAGRAM ]( Fire Mountain Gems and Beads, Inc. One Fire Mountain Way, Grants Pass, OR 97526-2373 USA US and Canada Customer Service: (800) 423-2319 International Customer Service: (541) 956-7890 To ensure you continue receiving emails from us, please add fmg@email.firemountaingems.com to your address book. You are currently subscribed as: {EMAIL} [Email Preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Return Policy]( [View Email as a Web Page]( Copyright 2022 All Rights Reserved Prices subject to change without prior notice. Not responsible for typographical, descriptive or technical errors for products listed.