Jeweler’s Secrets

Tips of Jewelry Making

Most pearls are NOT flawless because they are a product of a natural process. However, there are a few tips to enhance the pearls as a jewelry maker. Typically, when there is only one small dent on the pearl surface, I would drill a small hole where the dent is and make it into a flawless pendant. If I can find a pair of pearls with the same size, luster and shape, I would make them into a pair of earrings. I love sharing tips and keeping my price tag low by passing down the savings to my customers.

What happens to the less desired pearls?

Although rings on pearls are common, I want to ensure high quality pearls to my customers. So, what do I do with pearls with rings? Pearl powder is a popular ingredient in skin care products. I make my pearls into powders and sell them to manufacturers of skin care products. 

Lighting

Blemishes on pearls are more prominent with indoor lighting than in outdoor natural lighting. If your event is mainly outdoors, you don’t have to break the bank to get the highest grade of pearls. However, you may want to get a higher grade of pearls if the event is indoors.