Tutor Anna Campbell has been looking at some more unusual stone setting for design inspiration I am pretty addicted to pinterest and love that we have so much access to inspiration as jewellers there. I have recently been drawn to unusual stone settings and I find it useful to consider how the jeweller has done […]

In the first of a series of video tutorials we’ll be sharing on the blog, Jessica Rose takes a look at how to use briolette beads. Briolettes are… 1. Usually faceted (meaning they have lots of angles in them which make them sparkle) 2. Top drilled (meaning the whole is at the top of the […]

Tutor Anna Campbell looks at ear piece designs without a piercing. A few weeks ago I was teaching the Beginners Beading class London Jewellery School. During that class you learn techniques to make earrings, two types of necklace and two types of bracelet. At this particular class one student asked if she could make clip […]

Our new class Water Casting in Silver made it’s debut recently and received some of the best feedback we’ve ever had. One of the students in the class, Annie Mason, shared some of her reaction to the class with us. There is something vary satisfying about working with molten silver. It reminded me of playing […]

Many of our LJS students are not only jewellery fans, they are also rather addicted to shoes (you know who you are!). This turned tutor Anna Campbell’s attention to jewellery for the feet and shoes. Barefoot sandals Barefoot sandals tend to be made from cord and beads and decorate the ankle and go around at […]

The guide to making these pretty Cabochon Flower Earrings, was orginally published on our sister blog JewelryFromHome. It use cabochons, which are flat backed stones, mounted onto discs to give a pretty bohemian feel. This project uses ready made cabochons but you could make your own in fused glass or resin. The best part of this […]

Pearl knotting with silk thread is traditional skill that looks both looks great and has practical advantages. The knots in the thread act as spacers protecting your pearls from rubbing together plus if you break a strand only one pearl will drop off and have to be chased across the floor – rather than the […]

As you build your jewellery business you will need to buy materials, findings etc in larger quantities. Building relationships with suppliers and finding wholesale deals for buying larger amounts could bring significant savings to you jewellery business. For example, a single strand of a bead might cost £1.30 but you might find the same supplier […]

Do you get withdrawal symptoms between classes? Wanting to learn new techniques or perfect old ones and can’t wait till the next class? We understand, it’s only natural. And we have just the solution… our new YouTube channel.   London Jewellery School TV is host to a range of free online tutorials for you to […]

Continuing her blog post series into trends and innovations in jewellery design, LJS tutor Anna Campbell turns her attention to body jewellery Body chains Worn quite regularly by Rihanna, these are chains that are worn in some way over the torso. She tends to wear them over bare skin, a little more difficult in a […]

In the hope that there is going to be some lovely warm weather soon (even if it is a bit late) we thought we’d share a project from our sister blog, JewelryFromHome, which is perfect for wearing with sandals and summer dresses. These bright and colorful DIY rings are a quick make and perfect for […]

London Jewellery School tutor and marketing co-ordinator Bronagh Miskelly is a great believer in making time to be creative and to learn new skills, here she explains why it is worth finding time for these things however busy you are. I was listening to an interview with classical pianist James Rhodes on the radio this […]

When you start making jewellery one of the most daunting things can be finding the right tools and as you advance there are often times when you suddenly need something extra – this can be doubly frustrating if you don’t have a supplies shop nearby or it is Sunday afternoon and everywhere is closed. Over […]

LJS tutor Anna Campbell looks at some innovative earring designs for inspiration I am a big fan of pinterest for finding and sharing beautiful jewellery designs and I have noticed a trend for some unusual and innovative earring designs. Front and back earrings Traditionally earrings are designed to be seen front on but this new […]

As both The Great British Menu and The Great British Bake Off return to our screens, we’ve been thinking about food this week and as a result noticing how much useful kitchen equipment migrates to the workshop. For example, anyone who works with polymer clay will have long given up on fantasies of creating fresh […]

LJS tutor Anna Campbell writes about her jewellery making travel essentials. I often find that inspiration can come when I am away from home and without my jewellery making equipment. When we travel we see new places, people and things that can inspire us. We may also stumble upon a beautiful bead shop as I […]

One of the team (we’re not saying who) may be developing a slight obsession with Cornettos at the moment – well, the office has been very warm. Of course, that set us thinking about ice cream themed jewellery. And we’re not the only ones, there is plenty out there so we’ve picked a few of […]

Don’t forget that next week is National Beading Week, (25 July to 2 August 2015), and there is still time to sign up for two special London Jewellery School events. “Bead In” evening on Wednesday 29 July from 6.30pm to 9pm. Drop in to see us and do some beading with like minded people over […]

Last week we posted a tutorial on making some summer charm earrings. This week we have had several beading classes in the studios and we’ve been talking about that tutorial and how once you start to build your bead and findings stash you will always have the right earrings for any outfit. Some of us […]

According to Vogue, “purples are the coolest of all summer pastels”. So it is time to take a look at violets, mauves, etc in jewellery.