Torch Fired Enamel with @jessjewelry - “Let’s talk Torch fire enamel! This method uses copper shapes covered in granules of glass enamel powder. The powdered enamels are sifted onto the copper like sifting powdered sugar onto a dessert. (but... more
Keum-Boo tips from Erica of @ericabellojewelry shot just for us 🙏 - “My secret weapon in Keum-boo, a brass brush. The most important part of the keum-boo process is having two pure metals to bond together. If you’re using sterling silver you will need... more
How I organize my Lindström pliers, I use a 9” towel bar that hangs over my drawers, it also perfectly hangs over the edge of my bench. These amazing RX pliers are ergonomic and have a little bar that I gently disconnect to hang them up. These are... more
It’s the caption for me 😂 patina tip from Rebecca of @moptopjewelry - “I use Midas Black Max (Rio Item 331053) with a Q-Tip to get a deep black patina on my silver pieces. There are few important steps to getting an even application. Firstly, clean... more
DIY earring cards: I ordered the cards from Dazzle and they came with the holes printed on them. Then I used a craft hole punch (I have this one listed on my Amazon storefront under Shipping + Packaging) or find it at your local craft store!... more
🤦♀️ We’ve all been there, you walk into your studio and realize the pickle has been on all night long. Get an outlet timer and this will never happen again! I shared this in my book and this idea has been shared for use with a tumbler or pickle pot... 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
I recently heard that reels help you to connect with new people but posts help you connect with the community you already have. If you have been with this community a little while let me know by leaving a comment! This tip is I photographed while... more
Welding 14k gold chain to create studs with my @sunstoneweld pulse arc welder 🌞 for all the folks out there doing permanent jewelry here is another use for those pulse arc welders. You can create delicate chain studs using this technique, its much... more
This tool bends thick wire with ease. I love to have the opportunity to show off the @pepetools_usa Superior Ring Bender because it’s a tool I use everyday I’m working on jewelry. Recently they introduced these SmartSize inserts that have the ring... more
Mesmerizing wax carving video from @juneshin - “This is my wolf wax trimmer. It was designed by Kate Wolf, wax carving master. I think I bought mine from her when I took a week long class with her in her Portland, ME studio, but it’s available through... more
Here is a production tip from @ihanajewelry - “Metalsmithing tip! Use a small ball bur to label your backplate when working with multiple cabs so you don’t get them mixed up! Also, label the orientation of your stone to avoid future headaches! Comment... more
Don’t throw out money! This is my quarterly PSA to make sure you have a container where you collect “dirty sweeps” from your studio if you work in silver and gold or gold fill. Even if you are a student, every bit of silver dust can and should be... more
The best advice is always prevention. One technique to not make a mess of your earring backs is to drill a little hole and solder the post into it. If you do have a bit of a mess (like me 💁♀️) flip a Moore’s Sanding with the abrasive facing down and... more
I did try for awhile 🤷♀️ 🤣 any one else relate? Leave me a comment if you do! I shot this video in response to the questions I had in my stories a few days ago. I use a Moore’s disc backwards to clean excess solder. I’ll fully post that tip another... more
Yes you can enamel on soldered pieces! #sponsored by @pmcsupplies who provided the fabulous Tabletop Kiln. You can enamel on soldered pieces if you use hard solder! The melting temperature of hard solder is 1475 degrees Fahrenheit this is a higher... more
Here is a fabulous sawing tip from @saltwater.and.silver - “ The easiest trick to get that perfect saw line around a decorative edge ⚡️ I think this has become my motto around here…. “Just grab a sharpie!” I swear it’s my most used tool in the... more
When your work is turning grey-ish black in your tumbler try this recipe to clean the barrel and your media: 50/50 Distilled white vinegar and water. Tumbler for 20 and rinse. Then fill with water and a few teaspoons of baking soda, tumble again for... more
I heard these are back in stock so I wanted to share this video again. This $17 (UPDATED IN 2023) Jiffy Jig from Gesswein is an awesome addition to your studio. I have a large polishing machine and find myself using this because it’s honestly easier... more
All of the amazing 2022 merch will be leaving my shop at the end of the month! There is also about a week left to order if you want to receive your items prior to Dec 25th. This amazing design was created by @lloydstratton and I can’t believe the year... more
