About Bali

What is a Bali Bead?

Beadwork, February/March 2003

History of Metalsmithing

Excerpted from “Silver in Paradise”, Ornament Magazine, Summer 1994

How Bali Beads are Made

Excerpted from “Silver in Paradise”, Ornament Magazine, Summer 1994

Meet the Smiths Who Create Our Silver Beads

Excerpted from “Silver in Paradise”, Ornament Magazine, Summer 1994

Balinese History and Culture

Excerpted from "Silver in Paradise", Ornament Magazine, Summer 1994

Lyra's Adventures in Bali

Lyra visits Bali with her mom, Nina. Come along!

About Nina Designs

Customer Feedback

Read feedback from some of the thousands of customers that we’ve worked with over the past quarter century

Fair Trade Promoted by Nina Designs

Learn more about Nina Designs’ commitment to Fair Trade.

Green Silver

Greening is a long journey. It can often feel intimidating, especially in an industry like silver jewelry where so many factors are out of our control.

Microloans funded by Nina Designs

Nina Designs has partnered with Novica to fund Microloans for women artisans in developing countries.

Philanthropy

Nina Designs is committed to supporting the communities where our products are made.

Ornament Profiles Nina

“Nina Cooper, The Bead as a Metaphor for Life”,Ornament Magazine Winter 2004

About The Jewelry Business

Starting a Jewelry Business

Lapidary Journal, October 1999

Is It Time To Quit Your Day Job?

Lapidary Journal, December 2000

Importing 101

Lapidary Journal, June 2001

About Thailand

Casting Thai Silver Charms

Casting silver is a highly skilled, labor intensive endeavor. Watch the entire process unfold from the initial sketches to a completed piece!

Miscellany

12 Insights into Ancient Gold

Lapidary Journal, May 2001

Gemstone Meanings

Many people believe that gemstones possess special metaphysical properties. For instance, moonstone is believed to attract love, compassion and sympathy. Iolite is said to support self-confidence and leadership qualities. If you’re looking for inspiration, amethyst is the stone for you. This chart describes properties for many of the gemstones we carry at Nina Designs.

Jewelry and How-To Videos

Jewelry showcase and how-to videos.

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