Welding 14k gold chain to create studs with my @sunstoneweld pulse arc welder š 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 itās a tool I use everyday Iām working on jewelry. Recently they introduced these SmartSize inserts that have the ring... more
Mesmerizing wax carving video from @juneshin - āThis 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 itās available through... more
Here is a production tip from @ihanajewelry - āMetalsmithing tip! Use a small ball bur to label your backplate when working with multiple cabs so you donāt get them mixed up! Also, label the orientation of your stone to avoid future headaches! Comment... more
Donāt throw out money! This is my quarterly PSA to make sure you have a container where you collect ādirty sweepsā 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 šāāļø) flip a Mooreās Sanding with the abrasive facing down and... more
I did try for awhile š¤·āāļø š¤£ 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 Mooreās disc backwards to clean excess solder. Iāll 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 - ā The easiest trick to get that perfect saw line around a decorative edge ā”ļø I think this has become my motto around hereā¦. āJust grab a sharpie!ā I swear itās 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 itās 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 canāt believe the year... more
Awesome split shank tip from @goldeulejewelry - āHereās how I create split shank rings. Instead of fiddling around with a ruler everytime, I found myself an object in my workshop that has the perfect length (in my case my trusty bench peg from... more
Here is a tip from @jewellersacademy use a pair of pliers to hold a jump ring, saw and file a small portion off and it gives you the perfect surface to solder to your pendant! Thank you for letting me share this! We appreciate it! Also I was on the... more
Have you been following my enameling journey? In this second video I wanted to discuss the importance of base enamel and counter enamel. Counter enamel refers to enameling the back of your enameled piece. This important step prevents warping and... more
I frequently get asked how to use various bench pin modifications so I thought I would share how I use my v-slot to securely hold my tube cutting jig while Iām sawing. If you have a bench pin modification and youād like to share a video of it in... more
Mesmerized by this setting video from @lucywalkerjewellery save your old toothbrush and use it to set your bezels! The plastic of the toothbrush is great for pushing without marring the metal šŖ„I also used a toothbrush as a setting tool in my book. I... more
Here is a tip for when you are laying out work with silver balls from @facetsartisanjewelry - āTired of spending half the day on your knees looking for your tiny silver details? I find working out the details in a jewelry box cover helps avoid lost... more
Todayās tip is supported by @haroldstudio a small, woman owned business that sells castings including these fabulous ring blanks! š„TIPš„: when soldering components or rings with details, stampings etc. use a graphite pencil to prevent solder from... more
Here is a tumbling tip from @rosyrevolver - āThermo-loc works well for protecting fragile objects during tumbling as long as itās wrapped enough around the setting or embellishments to not be able to pop off. Can peel away or heat with a heat gun or... more
