Metalsmith Society Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tips

I have been loving my @potterusa hydraulic press, especially when I recycle my own metals! ♻️✨ Today, I melted down some tiny chains I’ve had for years (we’re talking smaller than 1mm). No shade to those who love dainty chains, but they don’t work... more

We ❤️ thrifting!! Revisiting this file storage tip from kkmetalwerk4640 (if you have an updated handle please let me know!) “I use a big box craft scissor rotating carousel to store my files. I had to drill some holes on the bottom for the file... more

This is such a helpful tip from @theresaapplegatejewelry⁣ ⁣ ⁣ “I like to purchase chain by the foot and finish it to length but I do not like to solder end caps with the clasp. Purchasing chain in bulk saves me money and allows for full control over... more

I don’t think I have ever seen this tip from @theschoolofjewellery.ie 😀 using two sanding discs as a sandwich! ⁣ ⁣ “When making brooch pins, lapel pins or generally any round taper I place two medium grit emery discs together and screw together on a... more

Here is a tip for straightening and work hardening wires from @mijouxjewellery ⁣ ⁣ “It’s amazing how easily wire can get kinked or bent so this is a really useful way of straightening it out again.⁣ ⁣ I’m using a planishing hammer here which has a... more