How to get the best pricing on sterling silver and other materials

The price of sterling silver has been on the rise for quite some time now. The last time I purchased sterling wire, the cost was approximately $13/oz. Nowadays it is over $35/oz! Silver prices for may 27th is $37.96. All I can say is OUCH and I am glad I bought more than I needed a couple years ago! With many companies, you never know what your final order is going to cost until you receive the bill. I feel that this practice is completely unfair. The price should be calculated at the time of the order.
On the other hand, what if the cost is lower when the order is invoiced or visa versa? Can't seem to win either way, maybe it's just the luck of the draw.
There are quite a few companies that I buy my precious metals, beads and gemstones from. It is always worth the time and energy to look around for the best offer. Generally, the more you buy - the better the price break. These days, the price break doesn't feel like much considering what we were paying last year and even the year before that!
I have noticed that many crafters are pooling their orders so that the best price is available to them. Great idea, but somewhat of a hassle. Who gets what - how much, ect. Many times, the sterling wire comes in one piece, unless you pay them extra to make the cuts in length which just seems like a waste of money to me. So, if you are in a circle of friends that have similar taste in metals, raw materials, loose beads, temporarily strung gemstones and beads, my advice is to get it together and make your order together. It's also an excuse to spend time with great people, share ideas and make a day out of it (or at least a few hours!).

JG Beaded Jewelry offers handcrafted beaded jewelry and unique gifts including beaded earrings, bead and gemstone necklaces, beaded bracelets, real bug necklaces& key chains, hanging crystal sun catchers, rear view mirror crystal decorations, jewelry for men, gift certificates and much more! Enter to win free jewelry from the monthly give away!
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Crystal Earrings

Faceted crystal earrings are perfect for casual to elegant wear. Mix them up with Swarovski crystals, specialty beads, silver chain or on a pair of long folded sterling silver wires and you are good to go! You will find a large selection of affordable beaded earrings at JG Beaded Jewelry and a whole lot more - so check it out.
While you're at it, take a minute to enter the monthly give away. This month just happens to be a pair of beautiful crystal dangle earrings! One winner is chosen randomly and is notified via email and posted on Facebook, as well as on the site. It's fast and easy!

JG Beaded Jewelry offers handcrafted beaded jewelry and unique gifts including beaded earrings, bead and gemstone necklaces, beaded bracelets, real bug necklaces& key chains, hanging crystal sun catchers, rear view mirror crystal decorations, jewelry for men, gift certificates and much more! Enter to win free jewelry from the monthly give away!
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Mother's Day Gift Ideas

JG Beaded Jewelry is offering 25% off regularly priced items through Mother's Day. We'll even wrap it up nicely in a pouch and ship it directly to any mom in your life. Browse through bead necklaces, earrings, bracelets, hanging crystal sun catchers and other handmade jewelry. We all know lots of mothers who would love a handmade gift or piece of jewelry, so come on over and see what we have!

Swarovski and Crystal Dangle Earrings - Free Give Away

JG Beaded Jewelry is giving away this pair of Crystal Earrings for the May give away. Made with faceted pointed crystals on the bottom, wire wrapped onto silver chain with vitrail colored Swarovski crystals, they hang 3 1/8" from top of silver ear wires.
Congrats to Mikela H. as she is the April give away winner of the Abalone & Swarovski Crystal Earrings!

JG Beaded Jewelry offers handcrafted beaded jewelry and unique gifts including beaded earrings, bead necklaces, beaded bracelets, real bug necklaces& key chains, hanging crystal sun catchers, rear view mirror crystal decorations, jewelry for men, gift certificates and much more! Enter to win free jewelry from the monthly give away!
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