Macramé is technique in which cords or strings are knotted together to create a fabric. The term is derived from the Arabic words “Napkin/ towel” and is used to identify any lace work made from braided or knotted strings. For fashion jewelry, the macramé technique is used to make bracelet or necklaces to which beads can be added, like the Shamballa bracelet.

Magnesite is a stone that can be white, yellow to brown or at times color-free. It is transparent to translucent. However, on the market a similar stone is available albeit opaque, it is also called magnesite. It can be dyed in any color and often is often made to resemble the turquoise and even the lapis-lazuli.

Tool equipped with a magnifying glass that facilitates working with small objects or when ongoing projects require minute details such as weaving or threading small pearls. Some have a base (foot) that can be placed on the table, others are worn around the neck and are meant to rest on the chest. Both leave hands free to work more efficiently.

Tool that has a handle and three interchangeable diamond file tips of various sizes. It cleans, regularize or widen organic beads such as pearl, seashell, coral and wood. Replacement tips are sold separately.

The term medallion can refer to a large medal that has been made using a moulding technique rather than being hammered. It can also be use to identify a small pendant that can hang from a chain. Medallion often have a mechanism that enables them to be opened and to have a picture inserted or a souvenir. Medallions are often made of metal (precious or not) and round, oval or heart shaped.

Memory wire is a rigid, flat iron or stainless steel wire that is curved into long springs. Because of its rigidity, it will always regain its original shape. This characteristic allows it to make jewelry piece that do not require clasps. Memory wires are used to make bracelets, necklaces and rings (standard, large and extra large) and is found in nickel, silver or gold. What you need to know: watch out for your pliers! At times the alloy of the memory wire is harder than that of your cutter pliers because all the pliers are not made of hardened steel. Thus some pliers are dented whenever they are used with memory wire. It is recommended to use the memory wire pliers when using memory wire. The memory wire can also be used to make decorations, such as wine glass identification tabs or tower holders.

The mesh tube is mesh (net) tube made of nylon. The tube’s diameter measures about 5mm, but it can be widened when beads are inserted inside it. Indeed, beads and strings can be inserted inside of the mesh tube, which creates a contrast of colors and textures. Because it is made of nylon, its ends can be heated, thus allowing them to be closed. The mesh tubing is offered in various colors.

Mini metal cutters allow you to cut shapes in the clay with great precision. With these, cutting various shapes such as flower, heart, star and other geometrical shapes such as diamond is easy. Simply flatten the clay roll until the desired thickness and press the chosen cutter in the clay until it cuts through it. To finish, carefully dislodge the shaped clay that's in the middle of the cutter.

Metal stamps are pieces of tempered steel used to stamp metal. One of the tips of a metal stamp is decorated with embossed patterns. The pattern on the stamp can be a symbol, a logo, a letter, a word, etc. The stamp allows the personalization of a jewel. The surface to stamp must previously be placed on a hard flat surface such as an anvil or steel bloc. Simply position the stamp vertically, where you want it, on the surface. Using a hammer, hit forcefully the round or flat tip of the stamp. Doing so, with the weight of the hammer, the symbol that is embossed is stamped on the surface. Metal stamps can be used on various media; flexible metals (aluminum, copper, sterling silver, nickel silver, brass, pewter), unbaked polymer clay, wood and leather. There are also metal discs intended for that specific purpose available on the market.

Metallic powder is used to decorate pieces made of polymer clay. The metallic powder must be applied before baking, with a painting brush or with fingers. It is recommended to apply varnish once the polymer clay has baked and cooled. It is also possible to add metallic powder in the varnish to obtain a different effect. This metallic powder can be used with any polymer clay.

Small handle that allows you to make standard twists with metal wire. You can even make them with 5 different wires! Use your twisted wires to add a refined touch to your mesh crafts or your other projects. Use it with metal wires such as copper, aluminum or silver, and use a caliber equal to or lower than 16.

Meter is an international (SI) measuring unit. This unit of measurement equals 39,37 inches or 100 centimeters.

Millefiori is a production technique used when making glass canes also called murrine. This technique consists of making multicolored pattern inside a long glass rod. The pattern that is obtained is only visible on the cane’s cut ends. Millefiori beads have a glass center, colored or not, in which are applied fine slices of canes. The bead can be fully or partially covered with pattern. It is also possible to make pendants using millefiori.

Miracle beads are mainly manufactured in Japan and China and are made with glass and plastic fibers. In Japan their center is made with a lucite bead that is plated with a silver polish that has a mirror effect. The polish is covered with several layers of colored lacquer. The light that filters through the layers of lacquer is then reflected by the silver mirror that covers the bead, which give it a three-dimensional effect thus providing the illusion of depth. Even shinier in full light, miracle beads give the illusion that another bead is inside, thus their names. The miracle beads produced in China are of a good quality and are also much more affordable. Their reflection is very nice too. Unlike the japanese beads, their center is not plated with a silver polish. The chinese beads are covered with several layers of a reflecting coating, overlapped to colorful translucent layers. The light thus reflects on the layers of reflecting matter to produce the “miracle” effect.

The modeling tools are used to work the polymer clay. This kit includes three multi usage plastic spatulas as well as a plastic roller. The spatulas are ideal to fashion, sculpt and cut the clay as well as create different shapes. The roller can flatten the clay and give it a smooth surface. Furthermore, the extremities of the roller can be used as round shape cutters.

The mold making compound is a flexible and malleable compound used to make polymer clay molds in a jiffy. When it has baked, the mold remains flexible. The compound can also be used to soften the hardening clay.

Product used to facilitate the removal of resin from molds. Vaporize some product inside the mold and let it dry before pouring the resin. Shake well before using. Read the instructions provided before proceeding.

Mold trays are handy tools to use when working with flexible materials or liquids such as casting resin, polymer clay, Friendly Plastic®, etc. Some models are made of silicone whereas others are made of rigid plastic. To obtain a nice finish, do not overfill the mold. Using a demoulding agent/conditioner is recommended.

A monochromatic color is a basic color, such as yellow to which black or white can be added. Yellow can thus be found in shades ranging from very light to kaki. To add these colors to jewelry pieces, choose a color to start from, then fade the color into several shades, from the palest to the darkest. For a bigger contrast, add some black or pure white. This type of color scheming usually creates a visually pleasant array of colors that can easily be worn.

The moonstone is a gem of the family of feldspars. It has a milky appearance, can be colorless or of a pale yellow color with a bluish highlights (lunar). Its uniqueness lies in the fact that it displays adularescence; in other words, there is a noticeable shimmering effect beneath its surface. It is usually cut in cabochon. The main deposits are in Sri Lanka, Burma, Brazil, the United States, India and Madagascar.