Jewelry Supplies

Jewelry Supplies covers the findings and hardware that turn a fused or stained glass cab into a finished piece you can wear, gift, or sell. The category is led by Aanraku, the workshop standard for glass-jewelry hardware, and rounded out with a few complementary findings and small tools. Expect bails in several styles and platings, snap-style components, and functional blanks like bookmarks, key rings, purse hangers, belt buckles, and cabinet pulls.

Aanraku Jewelry Bails

Bails are the heart of this category. You will find Aanraku earring bails, pendant bails, and decorative pattern bails in 18K gold plate, silver plate, nickel plate, and 925 sterling silver, plus shaped options like Celtic, double bar, double heart, and leaf designs. Stainless steel pendant plates are also stocked for larger cabs and back-mount applications. Glue-on bails attach with a two-part epoxy (sold in our Adhesives section) once the glass is fully cooled and clean.

Snap Jewelry Components

Aanraku's snap system lets a single fused cab move between pieces. The category carries snap discs and snap bracelets (single disc, three disc, and soft-chain styles), with related snap findings when available. Build a wardrobe of small interchangeable cabochons and let the customer pick the setting at the show.

Bookmarks, Key Rings, and Functional Blanks

Beyond wearables, this category includes Aanraku bookmarks (flat top and round disc), silver and nickel plated key ring holders and key finders, flat and round disc purse hangers, a magnetic brooch, a letter opener, belt buckles in oval and round, a cabinet pull knob, and wine bottle stoppers with a matching wood display base. These accept the same small fused tiles and cabs you are already making for pendants.

Choosing and Using Findings

Match the finding's well or pad to the footprint of your glass: most Aanraku bails are sized for standard small to medium cabs, while pendant plates and snap discs give you a flat metal surface for larger or irregular pieces. Plating choice is aesthetic, but sterling silver suits buyers who want a hallmarked metal, while gold and silver plate keep price points accessible. Roughen the metal pad lightly, clean both surfaces, and bond with a clear two-part epoxy for a durable jewelry bond when the adhesive is used according to its directions. Pin bars and small pliers in this category help with assembly and display.