Here is a finishing tip from @thewildpine - “The Tumble Vibe tumbler is an incredible option for mass finishing chains to my style preference WITHOUT getting them tangled! I offer a variety of necklaces and handle 400+ chains a year, which I was at... more
Sharing this helpful visual guide to bezels from @lucywalkerjewellery - “There's no denying it's easier to set thinner gauge bezels, however how thick you choose is entirely up to you, the thickest bezel I ever set was using 1.3mm sterling silver... more
I am SO excited to be sending this container of silver scrap I have been saving up for over a year to @garfieldrefining we are partnering for a fun GIVEAWAY. Follow them + comment below with how much you believe this scrap is worth and the person who... more
Texture tip from @legacygemandjewelry - “Sometimes when I want to add some depth or sparkle to a piece without having to set a bunch of small diamonds, I use my foredom hammer attachment to add texture. The hammer texture adds so much character and... more
I’m doing a GIVEAWAY over on my Patreon page with @shopcanvas.co they are generously giving one of my active Patreons a Canvas Lamp with a wooden base! People have been DMing me asking what I really think 😁 and the honest truth is it’s my favorite way... more
LOVE this disc cutter tip from @kaivijewelry - “Here’s a fun trick I picked up along the way! I use a small piece of tape at the end of a scrap piece of metal to act as a tail to hold onto the metal so I can fish out the piece when I’m done punching... more
Here is a wax tip from @waxcarvers - “Wax sheet is so soft and thin you can just use scissors to cut it into shape. And to add some fun to your edges, you can use decorative scissors! Sheet in the video is .8mm but it works on thicker sheet as well.”... more
Here is a super useful tip for casting from @theresaapplegatejewelry -“Here’s a quick way to convert wax weight to metal weight when casting. First you need to the weight of your wax tree, then simply open your Internet browser and search wax to... more
Have you seen these medieval looking bits from our friends at @gesswein.jewelry ?!? These are called Mounted Texturing Wheels, comment “send me the link” and I will DM you the link. These wheels come not only in different grits as I demonstrate in the... more
A wonderful wax carving tip from @kathrynreidjewellery - “Once the initial carving is done I apply White Spirit, an organic solvent used in painting with a q-tip to achieve a uniform smooth surface prior to adding the final textures!“ Thank you... more
I don’t often post about merch but it is a fantastic way to support Metalsmith Society, I could not continue to do this without the generous support of our community. Which is your favorite? #jeweler #metalsmithsociety
