Resources

  • Where to find Pepetools in Tucson in 2025

    Pepetools is proud to be back in Tucson for the 20th year in a row. Exhibiting since 2005, Tucson Gem Show is one of the most important events of t...
  • Hallmarking Punches. How and why to use.

    What is Hallmarking? A silver bracelet from 1977 , showing London Hallmarks History: - To start this discussion, we first need to hop across to ...
  • How to Start a Permanent Jewelry Business

    Discover how to start a permanent jewelry business with Pepetools. Learn about the essential tools, step-by-step setup, legal requirements, and expert tips to turn your passion into a successful venture. Get everything you need to know to make your jewelry business shine.
  • Permanent Jewelry Welder Power Settings for Jump Rings

    This guide is a reference point. There are variables that can affect the power setting used on each size jump ring and the base material. With or without argon may need to adjust the power setting up or down by one joule.  
  • Permanent Jewelry Tips & Tricks

    Q. What are the best size jump rings to use for permanent jewelry? A common question we get asked and it depends on a few factors. The most import...
  • Renee Ford - Profile of a Maker

    Renee Busdiecker of Renee Ford Metals is a full-time studio jeweler, metalsmith, instructor and mentor living in Nashville, Tennessee. She has shown her work at fine craft galleries, jewelry stores and online for over 20 years. She also sells her work traveling to various fine craft shows throughout the US.
  • Soldering Blocks - Charcoal Block vs Honeycomb and how to use

    How to chose the right soldering block for your needs. Ceramic, Refractory, Compressed charcoal. We explain the advantages of each.
  • Pepetools in Tucson 2024

    Pepetools is proud to be back in Tucson in 2024. This year we will be at a new venue conveniently located in Downtown Tucson near the historic St A...
  • How to Polish Silver Jewelry- Tips and Advice.

    Polishing Jewelry. When making Jewellery, the thing that often matters is the all-important polishing. The final stage which gives the Jewellery its high shine and brings out the qualities of the precious metal. Here we show you the tools and equipment available to give you maximum results, with minimum effort.
  • Jewelry Making Class in Oklahoma City ft Danny Wade

    Introducing an exciting new studio in Oklahoma City, Cheyenne Sky. Owned by local instructor Taylor Martin, this new space is growing into one of t...
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