2025 Gift Guide for Jewelry Makers
This year’s 2025 gift guide for jewelry makers is full of tools, small-business treasures, and studio essentials chosen with our community in mind. It’s that time of year again, friends — the guide is here! Whether you're shopping for a metalsmith in your life or treating your own bench (zero judgment), I hope this makes your holiday shopping a little easier and a lot more fun.
This year’s guide is a mix jewelry making tools, original artwork by small businesses, jewelry studio decor and more! I’m excited to share that this gift guide for jewelers is once again sponsored by Gesswein, a company many of us rely on for professional-quality tools and supplies. Alongside their picks, I’m highlighting some incredible small businesses you can feel great about supporting.
So whether you're searching for gift ideas for jewelry makers, stocking stuffers for metalsmiths, or inspiration for your own studio wish list, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive into the fun stuff — the tools and treats that will make every jeweler say, “Okay… I need that.”
Disclosure: This year’s gift guide is proudly sponsored by Gesswein, and some of the items included contain affiliate links. Shopping through my links helps support my work, keeps this blog going, and allows me to continue creating free resources for our jewelry community. Thank you so much for supporting what I do. 💛
If you want to give a jeweler a gift they’ll actually squeal over, this is it. The Limited Edition Lindstrom® Micro Tool Box Kit is equal parts adorable and wildly useful. Lindstrom tools are trusted worldwide for their comfort, precision, and balance — and this set includes four of their most-loved pliers and cutters tucked inside a mini tool chest that looks like it rolled straight out of a jewelers’ dream bench. Inside you’ll find their Flush Cutter #8141, Round Nose Plier #7590, Flat Nose Plier #7490, and Chain Nose Plier #7893 — the essential lineup for shaping wire, making loops, gripping findings, and getting clean, consistent cuts.
This kit is perfect for wireworkers, small-scale metalsmiths, beaders, and anyone who loves using high-quality tools that make detailed work easier (and more fun). Whether you're shaping wire, gripping findings, making loops, or snipping clean ends, these pliers deliver consistent performance with zero hand fatigue. Available exclusively from Gesswein.
Shop the Lindstrom Micro Tool Box Kit:
gesswein.com
Earlier this year I showed these EVE® Pop-On Plastic Back Sanding Discs Starter Set in an Instagram post, and ever since… I’ve been using them daily. If you’ve ever wanted smoother edges, cleaner surfaces, or a faster finishing workflow on your flex shaft, this EVE Pop-On Starter Set is that upgrade. These discs flex beautifully, get into tight spots, and give you so much control over your finish — it’s honestly hard to go back once you try them.
The set includes a full range of grits (coarse through extra-fine), and the plastic-back design makes them conform to curves and edges in a way metal-back discs just don’t. They’re amazing for bezels, interior curves, tricky corners — all the little spots that never seem to look quite right until you hit them with one of these.
Pro tip: I highly recommend grabbing these EVE® Pop-On Mandrels (Pkg. of 2) since the kit only comes with one. That way you can keep each grit loaded and ready to go. And the discs themselves are extremely long-lasting, so you’ll get tons of use out of them.
If someone on your list loves their flex shaft and wants a smoother, more consistent finish, this is such a practical, game-changing gift.
Shop the EVE Pop-On Sanding Discs:
gesswein.com
Extra Mandrels (recommended):
gesswein.com
If you’re shopping for the jeweler who already has the basics — the bench pin, the soldering tools, the flex shaft — and they’re ready to upgrade their workholding game, this is it. The GRS® MicroBlock® One Ball Vise, available at Gesswein, is built for precision: a self-centering jaw system, a low-profile design that tucks neatly under a microscope, and an adjustable rotational brake so you can set the resistance exactly how you like it.
Designed for stone setting, detailed engraving, and fine-wire work, this vise gives you stability and maneuverability so you can hold your piece firmly while you finish, polish, or set. You can use Thermo-Loc inside the jaws to securely hold rings, earrings, and pendants without marring your metal, and the smooth rotation makes it amazing for stone setting work. This is a smaller vise, but an excellent starting point for jewelers who want better control without committing to a full-size model. It’s made in the USA with the kind of reliability GRS is known for — and the best part is that it’s now more affordable than ever.
Shop the GRS MicroBlock One Vise: gesswein.com
These Diamond Core Drill Bits from Gesswein open up so many creative opportunities. I’ve had so much fun collecting little sea treasures this year and bringing them back to the studio to experiment. Being able to drill into sea glass and add tubing, rivets, and tiny decorative details has been such a satisfying way to turn found pieces into wearable art. These bits cut cleanly through glass, stone, and ceramics without chipping, giving you a ton of control.
Important note: these bits have about a 1/8" shank, which means they won’t fit into a quick-release handpiece. You’ll need a Dremel or a flex shaft with an adjustable collet to use them. Once you're set up, they’re incredibly easy to work with and open up a whole new world of mixed-media jewelry making.
A perfect gift for the maker who loves experimenting with new materials — especially sea glass!
Shop the Diamond Core Drill Bit: gesswein.com
This year I became aware of this very affordable ARBE Tabletop Soldering Fume Extractor, and I immediately thought: every small studio needs one of these. Many items in this gift guide for jewelry makers are tools I personally use in my own studio, and this is one of them! It has a tiny 7" x 7" footprint, so it fits on basically any bench, but it still delivers surprisingly strong fume extraction — perfect for soldering, wax work, adhesives, or anything that gives off fumes you’d rather not breathe.
The three-stage filter system (prefilter, carbon, HEPA) actually does what it’s supposed to do — it pulls those soldering fumes away from your face. The flexible hose, small size, and simple digital controls make it a stress-free way to make your workspace safer. And honestly, if you’re working without any fume extraction right now and you need a budget-friendly option, this is one I’d put on your wishlist ASAP.
For jewelers who solder regularly — especially in small home studios — this is a thoughtful upgrade that genuinely improves air quality and peace of mind.
Shop the ARBE Tabletop Fume Extractor: gesswein.com
I came across Tetiana Samoilenko’s artwork on Etsy and was instantly hooked. Tetiana is an incredible artist and mother, and the way she paints faceted gemstones is just breathtaking. Her oil paintings are so vibrant and detailed they genuinely look like giant jewels for your walls — full of depth, sparkle, and that magical way light moves through a stone.
She also has canvas prints in the actual shape of the gemstone — oversized emerald cuts, pears, rounds — and they bring such a fun, unique vibe to any studio or creative space. Along with her original oil paintings and prints, she also creates hand-painted bags, vinyl stickers, and smaller art prints, so there’s something for every budget.
If you’re shopping for a jeweler, gem lover, or anyone who appreciates color and sparkle, Tetiana’s work is truly special. Supporting her not only brings beautiful art into your life but also uplifts a talented independent artist and mother creating meaningful work.
Shop Tetiana’s Gemstone Art & Prints: etsy.com
I had to include these Felt Banners from Dusty Pennants because they bring such a fun, uplifting energy to any studio or creative space. Dusty Pennants is a small New Zealand business creating beautifully made felt banners with messages that range from heartfelt to hilarious — the kind of pieces that make you smile every time you look up from the bench.
The business originally started during New Zealand’s final lockdowns when the founder, Scott, made a motivational pennant to stay positive through a tough time. That one banner sparked something bigger, and now Ed and Kelly have taken over, continuing to craft these gorgeous felt pieces by hand while keeping the original spirit of positivity and humor alive.
If you’re looking for a gift that adds personality, encouragement, or just a little joy to a jeweler’s workspace (or your own!), these felt pennants are such a sweet, meaningful choice.
Shop Felt Banners by Dusty Pennants: etsy.com
If you want a gift that will tug at a jeweler’s heart in the best way, these Jeweller’s Saw Pendants by Endeis Segura Gelink are pure magic. Endeis is a metalsmith based in the Netherlands (and yes — she ships to the US!) crafting these pieces as an ode to our most trusted studio companion: the saw frame.
Each pendant is made entirely by hand and features a rich, deep red garnet drop — symbolic of passion, creativity, and the fire that drives us to keep making. The smaller version stays minimal and elegant, while the larger saw blooms with tiny poppy flowers, a beautiful symbol of fragility and resilience. It’s the kind of piece that feels meaningful the moment you hold it.
These make such thoughtful gifts for jewelers, metalsmiths, students, or anyone connected to the meditative magic of sawing, filing, and shaping metal into something beautiful.
Shop Endeis’ Saw Pendants: www.endeis.nl
If you’re looking for an additional option or prefer a simpler, miniature style, I also love the tiny saw frame charm from the Etsy shop Metamorph — another beautiful handmade take on this classic jeweler’s tool.
Mini Saw Frame Charm (Metamorph on Etsy): etsy.com
If you’re looking for inspiration or want to deepen your understanding of the history of our craft, The Jewelry Book by Melanie Grant is such a beautiful pick. Published by Phaidon, it’s a stunning, oversized volume that brings together 300 of jewelry’s most influential designers, artists, houses, collectors, and style icons from the last 200+ years — all arranged A to Z, so you get Cartier and René Lalique right alongside today’s most innovative creatives. The imagery is gorgeous, the storytelling is rich, and it really shows how deeply jewelry is connected to fashion, art, and culture. It’s one of those books you can leave out in your studio and flip through anytime you need a spark of inspiration or a reminder of the legacy we’re all part of.
Shop The Jewelry Book: bookshop.org (Supports Local Bookstores!)
If you want to gift a jeweler something meaningful and practical, my Support Local Jewelers / Support Local Jewellers merch is always a hit. These designs have become a little anthem in our community — a reminder that small studios, bench jewelers, and independent makers matter.
I’ve created t-shirts, sweatshirts, and hats in both spellings (“jewelers” and “jewellers”) so no matter where you live, you can rep your craft with pride. Every piece is cozy, soft, and easy to throw on for studio days, markets, or those long hours at the bench. And of course, when you shop this merch, you’re supporting my one-woman jewelry business and the Metalsmith Society community — which means the world to me.
These make thoughtful gifts for your favorite jeweler, your studio friends, or honestly… yourself. Because supporting local makers starts with us.
Shop Support Local Jewelers Merch: corkieboltonjewelry.com
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Thank you so much for reading through this year’s gift guide — whether you’re shopping for yourself or another maker, I hope this gift guide for jewelry makers has something on it that inspires you. Our jewelry community is full of incredible makers, small businesses, and tool companies who help us do what we do, and it means so much to highlight their work here.
If you decide to pick up any of these items, feel free to tag me on Instagram (@metalsmithsociety) so I can see what you’re loving this season! And if you want more tips, tutorials, and community conversations, you can always join us on Patreon — that support truly helps me keep this space going.
Wishing you a creative, restful, sparkly holiday season.
x Corkie
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