Celtic Copper Blog

FACT: Sterling silver, solid copper, and jewelry made from metal alloys will oxidize and tarnish with time. Even 14k gold can lose its luster with wear. There are two different ways to tame tarnish. Liquid tarnish removers use chemicals to dissolve tarnish and clean metal. Polishing cloths physically buff the surface of the metal to make it shiny.  Some jewelry is finished with platings and coatings to keep it bright. Celtic Copper jewelry is made of raw, solid copper and will begin to form a patina with wear. Some people enjoy the antiqued look of copper patina, others prefer a brighter finish.   In...

Ode to Clasps . . .“A lobster on your Cuban link, an S-hook on your scroll, a shepherd for your Figaro, and jump rings on them all. Double-hooks and toggles, a folder-over for your chain, clasps hold it all together then open up again.” Custom style options are one of the unique features of our jewelry studio, besides being inhabited by rhyming, copper-smithing elves. Buying a copper bracelet from us is like having a tailored suit made for your wrist. You can choose the chain-style, like you would the fabric. Get a perfect made-to-order fit with custom sizing or shop...

Celtic Copper has lowered the free shipping minimum purchase for Canadian customers. The old limit was $50 higher for Canadian customers than customers in the US. Now the shipping fees are waived for all purchases of $100 USD or more delivered to addresses in both the United States and Canada. To commemorate the new Canadian “exchange rate”, and to celebrate the season of giving we are offering free shipping on all purchases in the US and Canada - no minimum order! This offer is good until the next blog post.  This discount is not automatic like the minimum-purchase shipping discount. If...

I am thankful for my home, health, and loved ones; which means I am very grateful to have you in my life as well. My livelihood as an independent jewelry designer is made possible by my customers. That’s you!  You’re on my list of gratitude because you have shown your support for my livelihood with the purchase of American-made, artisan jewelry from Celtic Copper in Washington State. “Thank You!” is written on every receipt I send out, and it is worth saying again.  Thank you! Thanks for finding me. Thanks for telling your friends about Celtic Copper. Thanks for coming...

Are you a jewelry designer? If you can close a jump ring the answer could be YES! Your artistic venture can also save you 20% off of our whole selection of solid copper jewelry making supplies. Celtic Copper has a useful variety of bulk chain and copper findings ready to be made into your own custom jewelry designs. Our copper jewelry making supplies are the same high-quality copper components as our own finely finished jewelry. We made it simple to get the right sized clasp to go with your chain. Fine, medium, heavy, and extra heavy chains and clasps are...