Here is some very helpful TAX INFORMATION for folks in the United States from @elisabethfuchsia, a jeweler & tax preparer at @brass_taxes - “We specialize in tax help for artists, freelancers, and other nice people. As jewelers, we have inventory &... more
Here is a tip for some #diy handles from @mothersonthemountainjewelry - “Ouch! It was getting uncomfortable to file with the skinny handles, so I improvised with the gator tape. Happy hands and fingers means I can keep on playing (working) with... more
For this week’s #tooltalktuesday I’m extremely excited to discuss the @hakkousa FA-430 Smoke & Fume Extraction System. One of my goals for 2019 is to have more conversations about improving our health in the studio. I realized that although this... more
Here is an awesome tip to secure a small piece while polishing from @meritmade - “I use double sided tape to hold the piece to my bench while I polished with a 220. Grit 3m bristle disc.” 🤯 Absolutely love this! Thank you so much for sharing (Kelly... more
Here is a great way to mark your sheet solders from @gialunajewelry “I stamp my solder all over the second I get them so I don't get them confused and waste scraps that aren't marked. Sometimes it's the little things!” This is such a great thing to... more
A year ago today I started Metalsmith Society 🙏🏻❤️ I have to thank you all for coming together to form this incredible community. For telling your friends and sharing about it on your pages! 💕 To celebrate I thought it’d be fun to hear what people’s... more
In this week’s Rolling Mill Mini Series post I wanted to show off how to use your mill for MARRIAGE OF METALS 💕 (this is a process of soldering contrasting metals together). In my first example I’ve taken three wires, twisted them, soldered them and... more
Every month I share photos of members of the community ❤️ When I see photos of you all representing it means the world to me! I’m so proud to be a part of this group 🙌 Thank you to all of you for contributing by asking questions, showing off your tips... more
If you are new to our community 👋 WELCOME every month, on the first of the month I post some of the amazing works from the monthly #metalsmithchallenge 🙏🏻😍 in January the theme was RIVETS and these folks NAILED IT 🤣 please share your love and thoughts... more
Here is a technique for cleaning up excess solder around a tight space (like this bail) I used this amazing sanding stick from @excelblades.co it has a little rotating belt of sand paper (which is replaceable) I only have the 320 grit but I plan to... more
Here is a wonderful technique to sand your bezels from @dreamlandcreations “Tape some sandpaper down to your work surface. Apply light but even pressure on your bezel (you don't want to squish it!) and move in a figure 8 motion. This creates a flush... more
This weeks #tooltalktuesday is about forming tools! I received this set from @splenortools and have spent weeks working with it, brainstorming all the possible uses. I fear this post does not even do it justice, but here we go: the Swage block (the... more
Here is awesome technique for creating rivets from @indigenized775 -"You can make a lot of rivets fast with a hand vise. I like using 18 gauge wire for this. First I take roughly 3/4 inch of straight wire and place it in the hand vise with about an... more
Here are some tips on torch safety from @creativesidejewelry - “ 1️⃣ Make sure to check the connection where the regulator screws on to the tank everytime you change the tank out. This is as easy as using soapy water and a paint brush to brush all... more
Here is an amazing concept to store hammers, sawframes and other tools from @vanillainkuk - “We wanted to make maximum use out of our space, packing the school with as many tools and resources as possible. Kate came up with the great idea of using a... more
In this week’s Rolling Mill Mini Series post, we are talking TEXTURES 🎉 💃🏼 First let’s discuss organic items. Always make sure they are completely dry, a fresh leaf or flower will just get crushed and make a mess. I didn’t do anything special with my... more
Here is an awesome organizing tip from @flameandstone she reuses the plastic bin her polishing bits came in to organize and store her handmade jump rings!” I’m definitely using this one! 😁 thanks so much for sharing this simple, amazing tip! We are... more
Here are some tips for increasing your Instagram engagement from @yoursocialteam - “We are all seeing lower engagement than before, which most people blame on the algorithm. But the reason for this is actually the amount of new accounts popping up... more
LOVE this technique for cutting jump rings from @rachelkdunnstudio “I cut jumprings using wooden dowels! I use sizes between 1/4 of an inch up to 1inch. I can usually find them at any local hardware store. I like using the dowels because it helps... more
For this week’s #tooltalktuesday I have the absolute pleasure of showing off the appropriately named *“Perfect Bench Pin” created and sold by Mike & Mary of @flowmke2 🙏🏻😁 this bench pin is made of a abrasion resistant (nontoxic) plastic and fits... more
