The Latest Updates from Kernowcraft
Learn how to make fingerprint jewellery!
With Father's day just around the corner we thought we'd show you how to create a personalised present with silver fingerprint jewellery! 11th May 2012.
Introducing our new range of cabochons!
After a rather exciting buying trip in February this year our buying team returned home with some absolutely gorgeous hand picked stones! Read on to hear all about our beautiful new cabochons now available online! 9th May 2012.
Watch how to remove tarnishing easily using Silver Sparkle!
If your jewellery is looking a little tired and tarnished why not have a go with 'silver sparkle dip', watch our demonstration video and see just how easy it is to use!
How to create beautiful patina on metal
Do you want to create new effects on metals? Then have a go with creating patina with our top tips and product advice! 3rd May 2012
Check us out in this months Beads & Beyond Magazine!
We're really excited to have provided the beads for Beads & Beyond magazines popular 'Designer Challege'! There's some really brilliant creations that are sure to inspire! 23rd April 2012
We're nominated for the Make Jewellery Awards!
We're really excited to be nominated for the Make Jewellery award for 'Best Semi-Precious Bead supplier'. Read on to hear a little bit about us and how you can vote for us! 30th March 2012.
Beautiful Briolette Inspiration!
Our stunning new range of briolette beads really got our creative juices flowing, all of us here have been creating some lovely designs so read on and be inspired! 22nd March 2012.
'Sparkle' up your silver!
Have you got jewellery sitting around that is looking a little tired and tarnished? Read on to see how you can make your silver super sparkly quickly and easily! 16th March 2012
Mother's Day Inspiration!
It's coming up to that time of year when we really get to spoil our mum's! Mother's Day is on Sunday 18th March this year, if you're stuck for ideas on how to treat that special lady then take a look at our Mother's Day Inspiration! 23rd February 2012.
Fantastic beading inspiration for the new season!
We've been getting lots of lovely new beads here at Kernowcraft recently and we haven't been able to resist making lots of beautiful beading creations with them, so click here and be inspired! 10th February 2012.
The essentials for stone setting!
We often get asked what tools people need when setting stones, so we thought we'd give you a few pointers to get your stone setting off to a great start! 9th February 2012.
Introducing our new filtering system...
Here at Kernowcraft we're always trying to make your experience of our website easier for you, so we've introduced our new filtering system on the website designed to help you filter out the beads and stones you are looking for. Click here to read all about it! 6th February 2012.
New Beads Galore!
We're all a little over excited in the office at the moment as we've had a lovely delivery of some truly gorgeous new beads! Click here to read all about our latest bead deliveries! 26th January 2012.
Love is all around!
It's that time of the year again when everyone starts getting a little more romantic in time for Valentines Day! Check out our latest blog with perfect inspiration for the romantic season, from brilliant present ideas to design inspiration for those Valentine craft fairs!
Our new and improved headband magnifier!
Here at Kernowcraft we are constantly trying to improve the quality of our products...and we're giving ourselves a little pat on the back for this fantastic new head band magnifier. 12th January 2012
Grab a bargain in our Winter Sale!
Our Winter Sale has started and we're offering you lots of great bargains including up to 60% off beads, findings, settings and much more in our Sale section!
Merry Christmas from the Kernowcraft team!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our lovely customers! Check here for Christmas delivery information!
Our top 10 picks this Christmas!
The countdown to Christmas has begun, so why not check out our top 10 picks for great Christmas presents for the jewellery lover this year!
We've been getting creative with our new beads!
We just couldn't resist getting creative with our new range of beads when they came in to us! Click here to read all about our new makes! 18th November 2011
Silver plate cheaper metals with ease with the magical 'Silver Solution'!
Transform cheaper metals with the brilliant 'Silver Solution', it has to be one of our favourite products! 14th November 2011
Kumihimo Crazy!
We've been a little distracted in the office this week after the arrival of our new Kumihimo braiding kit, so we thought we'd share our experiments and advice on using this brilliant technique! Click here to read all about our experiments and see our demo video! 7th November 2011
Take advantage of our silver sale available for a limited time only!
For a limited time only we're offering 20% off our Sterling Silver wire and sheet, so why not take advantage of this great offer and stock up now! 28th October 2011
Our new catalogue is available now!
It's been a little while coming but we are excited to announce that our new catalogue is available now! Filled with lots of new products, great advice and much more we're sure catalogue 41 is our best yet! 10th October 2011
Fabulous new stones online now!
It's that time again....we've just got a very special delivery of our limited stock cabochon and faceted stones and we cannot contain our excitement for these gemmy beauties! 29th June 2011
Top makes with our new range of beads!
Let us inspire you with our top makes with our new range of beautiful beads! 9th June 2011
Inspired by Liver of Sulphur!
There's something a little strange going on in the Kernowcraft office today! A faint aroma of eggs is permeating the office...no we've not added chickens to our product range, we've been experimenting with Liver of Sulphur, and we think we're in love! 19th May 2011
Be inspired by....Wedding Fever
With the imminent arrival of the wedding of Wills and Kate, we've let ourselves get a little carried away with wedding fever! Click here to see our wedding inspiration just in time for the wedding season! 21st April 2011
Create something beautiful this bank holiday!
This gorgeous two strand necklace was inspired by the sea that surrounds us here at Kernowcraft. It was so quick and easy to make, simply follow our list of ingredients by clicking here and get threading! 20th April 2011
A sad day for us all.
It has come to the end of a very sad week here at Kernowcraft with our jeweller's little jack russell Spot passing away. 31st March 2011.
Top Trend- Wire Wrapping!
Here at Kernowcraft we love scouting around for the latest trends in jewellery design. It seems wire wrapping is back in fashion with it popping up all over the high street, so why not check out all you need to know about wire wrapping in our latest treasury! 1st March 2011
Safety Pickle myths dispelled!
We spend a lot of time on craft and jewellery forums and often come across lots of questions surrounding using safety pickle, so we thought why not put these questions to rest! 17th February 2011
How 'Garryflex sanding blocks' proved me wrong...
So I insisted for months that I didn't like the look of these - but after being sent home with one in my handbag for the weekend, I soon had to eat my words! 16th February 2011
Take the next step in PMC with this great new book!
Have you started to use PMC but are struggling to find the inspiration to take the possibilities of PMC that little bit further? Then our new PMC book could be for you! Read on to hear what our newest team member Katie thought! 3rd February 2011
Create your perfect jewellery with our setting service!
Looking for that perfect present for someone or finding it difficult to get the jewellery you want? Then our setting service is the perfect thing for you! 29th January 2011
We're in this months Making Jewellery!
We're really excited here at Kernowcraft as we have an article on soldering tips featured in this months issue of Making Jewellery! 13th January 2011
Our Top 10 PMC Tools and Accessories!
Precious MetaL Clay is an amazing product, turning from clay to pure silver after firing! Whether you are just starting to use PMC or have been using it for a while there's a great range of tools available to you. Click here to see our top 10 picks of PMC tools and accessories! 10th january 2011.
Exciting new catalogue online now!
It's cold outside, so why not stay in the warm and take a look at our new online mini catalogue, filled with great new products, advice and special offers! 10th December 2010
Inspired by Mokume Gane!
This beautiful metal is a combination of Sterling Silver and Copper, great for adding extra interest to your jewellery designs, it really is worth having a try! Having been inspired by the metal ourselves we decided to show you its array of possibilities, so go ahead and be inspired! 1st December 2010
A newbies journey into the jewellery world- Week 8!
It's already week 8 on our newbies jewellery making course and she has a lot of projects on the go! Read on to hear about Katie's experiences! 24th November 2010
A newbies journey into the jewellery world- finishing touches!
Our newbie to jewellery, Katie is getting closer to the end of her course and her projects are beginning to take shape. Read on to hear how she coped finishing a pair of earrings! 17th November 2010
Top 10 Xmas presents for the jewellery enthusiast!
Wondering what to buy for the jewellery maker you know? Or want to treat yourself this Xmas? Click here for our guide to the top 10 Xmas presents for the jewellery enthusiast! 15th November 2010.
A little update for November!
Lots of new things are happenning this winter at Kernowcraft so we thought we'd give you a little update! 8th November 2010
Brand new book review!
We're really excited to have some new titles in our book section. Click here to read a review of 'The Encyclopedia of Wire Jewellery Techniques' by Sara Withers. 5th November 2010.
A newbies journey into the jewellery world- Creating presents!
It's week five of Kernowcraft team member Katie's forray into the jewellery world, and she's beginning to get creative! 29th October 2010
Wearing it Pink
This week we're 'Wearing it Pink' for the charity Breast Cancer Campaign so we're feeling a little inspired by this gorgeous colour. Pink is said to promote calm feelings and self worth, so indulge yourself and take a glimpse at our pink inspiration! 29th October 2010
A newbies journey into the jewellery world- It's doming time!
Week Four and our newbie to jewellery is getting to grips with doming metal! Click here to read some top tips she picked up along the way! 21st October 2010.
Terrible Tarnishing- Solved!
There's nothing worse that going to put a piece of jewellery on and discovering it's all black and tarnished, but how can you help slow the tarnishing process down? Click here to find out about our solution! 19th October 2010.
A newbies journey into the jewellery world- Week three already!
It's already week three of kernowcraft team member Katie's first steps into the jewellery world, why not see how she's getting on and click here! 14th October 2010
Treasury: Autumnal Bliss
Autumn's here and in the Kernowcraft garden the leaves are beginning to turn beautiful golden shades! Check out our 'treasury' of gorgeous Autumnal inspiration and warm up those chilly days! 11th October 2010.
A newbies journey into the jewellery world- and the ring continues!
It's week two of Kernowcraft team member Katie's jewellery making course. Click here to read how she's finding her next steps into the jewellery world! 7th october 2010.
Our New Blog- A 'newbies' journey into the jewellery world
Kernowcraft team member Katie has recently enrolled on a college course in jewellery making. Why not read our regular update to see how she gets on with the trials and tribulations of being a newbie! 29th September 2010.
Download a Price List
If you prefer using the paper catalogue, you can download an up to date price list here! 1 August 2010
The Celebrity look is as easy as 1, 2, 3!
Re-creating the latest celebrity look can be costly so why not get creative and follow these simple instructions to make one of the latest celebrity accessories! 22nd July 2010
Making Jewellery with Gemstone Beads - Book Review
Jasmine, a 15 year old work experience student and a beginner to jewellery making has made jewellery before and occasionally continues this as a hobby in her spare time. Here she reviews Making Jewellery with Gemstone Beads, a book recommended by Kernowcraft for beginners. 7th July 2010
New special stones for summer!
Summer's here and what better way to celebrate than by launching our new range of limited stock special cabochon and faceted stones in a range of beautiful summer shades! 30th June 2010
PMC Basics DVD by Tim McCreight... a beginners review.
We road tested our ‘PMC Basics’ DVD on new Kernowcraft team member Katie, but what does she think of the instructional DVD?
A newbie's guide to the jewellery world!
Entering the world of jewellery? All the jargon can be a little daunting! Here's new Kernowcraft team member Katie's brief guide for all you newbies out there!
Join Kernowcraft on Facebook
Kernowcraft is new to facebook, so become a fan of us and spread the word! Click for more details... 16 June 2010
Free Delivery this Bank Holiday Weekend
Treat yourself to FREE UK standard delivery on all orders over £39 this bank holiday weekend. Click here for more details. 30 April 2010
Product Review Prize Draw
Submit a product review for a chance to be entered into our prize draw! For every review you submit and we decide to use on the website, we will enter you into our draw to win one of 6 prizes! Click for details... 23 April 2010
Stock Take Time Again!
It's that time of year again where we have to count every item of stock - right down to the very last jump ring! Click here for more information... 30 March 2010
Happy 43rd Birthday Kernowcraft!
Established in 1967, Kernowcraft has everything you need to make original, individual and above all, the most beautiful jewellery. And this month we're celebrating our 43rd birthday! 10 March 2010
Deluxe Thing-a-ma-jig!
We love getting new products and this neat wire jig is a great piece of kit to add to your jewellery making goodies!
Love is in the air!
Get ready for valentines day with some heart shaped beads and findings to add a little romance to your designs. February 2010
Crazy About Cabochons
We've just had an exciting new shipment of special cabochons and faceted stones! Click here to find out more and to discover our favourites... 13 January 2010
Snow on the beach!
We are usually blessed with mild weather in Cornwall, but the last week has seen snow covered beaches, snowmen in gardens and unpassable roads. Click here to read more about the wintry weather in our area. 12 January 2010.
Top 10 Charms
Click here to see your top 10 list of the best selling silver charms! Number 1 being the best selling charm with other jewellery makers and Kernowcraft customers. December 2009
What's popular this month
Want to know what are the hot new products that are most popular with other jewellery makers? Click here to find out the products that are flying off our shelves... December 2009
Some of the most beautiful opals we've ever seen!
New stocks just in! These are some of the most stunning boulder opals we have seen in a long time & we've cherry picked the best of these freeform cabochons from our supplier from Australia & here they are ready for you to choose your favourites. Beware though: if you see them. You'll want definately want one (or more)!!! 30 October 2009
Wearing it pink to support the breast cancer campaign
Today the whole Kernowcraft team are 'wearing it pink' to support and raise money for the breast cancer campaign. Click here to see photos of us at work in all our crazy pink outfits! 30 October 2009
New products in the Gallery!
We have just added some more photos of inspiring jewellery, made by the staff at Kernowcraft, into the gallery pages. Click here to check it out! 9 October 2009
Coming Soon - Exciting New Products!
This is a selection of some of the exciting new products that feature in our new catalogue (which will land on your door mat in the next few weeks) and will be available online very soon! Click here to find out more. 2 October 2009
A Few of Our Favourite Things...
We realise sometimes it can be hard knowing just what to order, so why no see what other like minded crafters are buying - you might even see something you didn’t know you needed! June 2009
Have You Discovered Precious Metal Clay Yet?
'PMC has unlimited creative possibilities & you can create some truly unique pieces with only a little experience and a lot of imagination!' 5 May 2009
Amazing Australian Boulder Opals
We now have a stunning selection of Australian Boulder Opals, full of fire & amazing colours. Find out about these wonderful stones here! 11 March 2009
Happy 42nd Birthday Kernowcraft!
Established in 1967, Kernowcraft is still one of the UKs leading & favourite jewellery suppliers, renown for our personal, speedy and high quality service. Find out more here. 11 March 2009