Amazing hinge tip from @elmharris shared back in 2018 - “I use graphite pencil leads to keep the hinge knuckles in place and to keep the inside of the knuckles “dirty” so solder doesn’t flow inside. I also paint a little rouge or white out (the green label, water based one with good ventilation!!) in between each knuckle top so solder doent stick them together at the top- that part isn’t pictured though.” 🤯 she also has different gauge of the lead so she can always get a snug fit! Thank you so much for sharing this! I know many of us find hinges intimidating! If you have more hinge tips DM me, I need all the help I can get 😉🙏🏻😘 #metalsmithsociety #jewelrytipoftheday #jewelryprocess #soldering #solderingtips #benchjeweler #etchedjewelry #ladysmith #🤯