For this week’s #tooltalktuesday I wanted to discuss a basic tool, owned by most jewelers: a prong pusher! Prong pushers are definitely on my list of beginner’s tools as they work really well to push down bezels. The problem is they come with some... more
For my beginner’s out there! Make sure your saw blade is facing outward and the teeth are pointing down! There should be enough tension that you can gently pluck the blade and it makes a high pitched noise. Hope this is helpful! If you are a beginner... more
Love this post from jeweler @ksjewellerydesigns which has some great stone setting tips - “I have started to set the labradorite cabochon in my latest Sea Life Pendant and thought I would share some of my 'trusty' bezel setting tools! Firstly, I... more
Today’s tip is probably the most important I’ve ever shared 🚨when you can, TAKE A CLASS! In September I took a Basic Jewelry Engraving course with @master_engraver at @grstools and it was absolutely incredible. I had never engraved in my life and... more
Here is a tip for holding those tiny pieces while filing, sanding and polishing from @thesovereigncrow - “Props to my ring clamp for saving my fingertips tonight. This is most likely not news to any smith out there 😜 but I've been trying to figure out... more
Today’s tip is for my beginner’s - are you new to jewelry making?!? If you 🙋♀️ I created this download just for you! It has book recommendations, my evergrowing list of where to take classes, a blog article about how to choose a torch and how to... more
Here is a tip for creating bezels with points (pear shape for example) from @moonandforge - “Bezel setting stones with points can be challenging, and if you ask 12 smiths to do it, you’ll get 12 different ways to tackle it! Here is a way that I’ve... more
#sponsored For this week’s #tooltalktuesday I’m showing off an awesome tool for setting up your home studio: the ECO-Torque 280 Rotary Micromotor from our friends at @gessweinco what I love about this option is it’s just under $200 and is wonderful... more
#sponsored For this week’s #tooltalktuesday I’m excited to show off the KERF™ Jewelry saw blade organizer and dispenser designed by @nashefm this 3D printed organizer is made out of PLA, a biodegradable plastic made out of corn. It has a total of 18... more
Here is an annealing tip from @jkretzmerjewelry - “I apply some sharpie to my metal, and heat with a fluffy flame. When the sharpie disappears it's annealed!” Thank you so much for creating a video for this wonderful tip! Really helpful for people to... more
#sponsored CONGRATS @palm__sunday 🎉 Today is America Recycles Day! Did you know you can work with 100% recycled metals? At @stullerinc you can not only find recycled sheet, but they also have recycled bezel wires, decorative wires, sizing stock, ring... more
#affiliate For this week’s #tooltalktuesday I am excited to show off the Fretz Spinner Ring Maker available from @pepetools_usa this two part jig allows you to evenly flare out a ring on both sides to easily create spinner rings. It is a super fun... more
#sponsored For this week’s #tooltalktuesday I formed a thick bezel using my Swanstrom Pliers and Cutters Set (Item #: 111026). exclusively available from our friends at @riogrande. If you are a beginner and looking for a set of pliers to get started... more
One immediate benefit of using my sunstoneweld Orion 150s Pulse Arc Welder has been working with chain. First I hold the link I want to weld with grounding tweezers that are attached to the welder. They allow the electrode to fire when I touch the... more
Here is a #diy sanding stick from @mageofmetals “A helpful tip to any newbie metalsmith/jeweler: save money by making your own emery sanding sticks. Use your old ones (or a wooden paint stir stick) and some sandpaper.😊 I figure most metalsmith’s have... more
Today’s tip is supported by @haroldstudio a small, woman owned business that sells a wide variety of castings that are perfect for adding a unique touch to the space in-between your cabochons! TIP: when I’m designing with little components like this I... more
This video is part of my series with @pmcsupplies to learn enameling with their Tabletop Kiln. I am not an expert, but rather a beginner! The coolest part of this is once I got the kiln it’s so easy to use I started experimenting right away! This... more
This video is part of my series with @pmcsupplies to learn enameling with their Tabletop Kiln. I am not an expert, but rather a beginner! The coolest part of this is once I got the kiln it’s so easy to use, affordable and it takes us very little space... more
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