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At The Curious Gem, we believe that doing good should be part of doing business. Every year, we donate a portion of our ...
18/08/2026

At The Curious Gem, we believe that doing good should be part of doing business. Every year, we donate a portion of our profits to causes that matter — to us and our team.⁠
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Every member of our team is invited to nominate a charity that means something to them personally. Each year, we choose one of these to support with a donation.⁠
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This year, we’re proud to support Fresh Start. A charity helping those moving on from homelessness to make a home for themselves. ⁠
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They deliver a range of services that provide practical and social support that helps people resettle successfully. Their services combine practical assistance like Starter Packs, White Goods and Fresh Rooms, with social, financial, mental and physical health support programs.⁠
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Find out more and show your support at .start.scotland

15/08/2026

Spinner Ring Part 1/3⁠: How to make a spinner ring from scratch. ⁠

Part 1: creating the ring base — soldered, hammered and polished by hand.

Follow for Part 2 to see how we make it spin 👀

Comment “MATERIALS” for the link to everything we’ve used.

13/08/2026

Make your own chain ring ✨

Choose your chain, wrap it around your finger, cut to size and add a jump ring.

Weld it with the Helix Welder, clean the weld with a fibreglass brush… and you’re done! 💍

Comment “SUPPLIES” and we’ll send you the link 👇

12/08/2026

NEW IN ✨ Launching TOMORROW! Thursday 13th August 👀⁠

We've picked our favourites… now it's your turn!⁠

These stunning tourmaline slices, rose cuts and hand-carved butterflies are ready to become your next jewellery creation. 💚🦋⁠

We're obsessed with the butterfly wings... ✨ How would you use them in a design? We'd love to hear your ideas!⁠

Comment "Tourmaline" below and we'll send you the link when the collection goes live. 💌

08/08/2026

Ever wanted to make a bezel from scratch? ✨⁠
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Here's the full process in under a minute—from bezel strip to beautifully set stone. 💎⁠
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Comment "Materials" below and we'll send you everything we used! 🤍⁠
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Want to see each step in more detail? Check out the rest of our bezel series for in-depth step-by-step tutorials.

06/08/2026

Struggling to set your stones? 💎 Thermo-Loc makes it easy.

Just heat, mould, set, and reheat to release your finished piece. 🙌

Comment "Thermo-Loc" below and we'll send you the link. ✨

04/08/2026

Got griffin silk that's full of twists and kinks?⁠

Before you start stringing, try out these three simple steps. A little prep can make beading smoother and help prevent tangles while you work. ✨⁠

Have you tried any of these methods, or do you have your own favourite trick? Let us know in the comments! 👇⁠

01/08/2026

Bezel Basics 4/4: Setting the Stone!

The final step... 💎

Take your time, work evenly around the bezel, and finish with a final polish for a clean, professional finish.

Comment "Materials" below and we'll send you the links to everything we used. 👇

And tell us — what jewellery-making series should we create next?

31/07/2026

Want your jewellery to last longer? ✨⁠
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A wire protector keeps your beading wire from wear around clasps and jump rings, helping to prevent fraying and giving your jewellery a professional finish.⁠
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Once you start using them, you'll never go back! 💛⁠
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Comment "Materials" and we'll send you the links. 👇

It's time... our Designer Showcase is here! 👀✨Each month, we showcase the amazing work created by the talented jewellery...
28/07/2026

It's time... our Designer Showcase is here! 👀✨

Each month, we showcase the amazing work created by the talented jewellery makers in our community. 💎

For July, we've selected 5 talented makers creating truly unique pieces — from beautiful rings and silversmithing to beaded designs, statement pendants, and sculptural 3D-printed jewellery.

Show them some love in the comments, give them a follow, and let us know which piece caught your eye. 💙

Would you like to be featured in a future Designer Showcase? Send us a DM with images of your work or get in touch via email — we'd love to see what you're creating!

Our featured Artists:

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