The @greenlionsawframe is a beautiful saw frame ☺️ I’ve had mine for years. Investing in a quality saw frame makes sense because imagine the time we spend sawing everyday. You can get them directly from BJ the artist who creates them. Link in my... more
Thank you @sunnidineen @luxreve.jewelry @ @millie.june.silver for sharing your copy of my book and to everyone else who has tagged me in your posts and stories 🙏 I especially love seeing the projects folks in our community have completed from the... more
Here is a tip for a stuck stone from (be sure to do this with caution) ☺️ @saltwater.and.silver - “In a perfect world you wouldn’t even need this trick- You put floss under your stone and you were able to pop it out effortlessly. ✨ But what if in all... more
Here is a stone organizing tip from @thenomadicpine - “💎 Stone Storage Tip 💎 I often get asked how I store my tools + stones while living on the road. Here’s a reel showing you how! All you need is a three ring binder, index cards, double sided... more
A bunch of tips in this tutorial from @wire_and_wood_jewellery 😍 - “Few tips here for chain making that have made my life easier. I don’t have a jump ring maker so use my doming punches to make larger jump rings for chains - lots of size options and... more
@pepetools_usa now has the binding wire you need to create a soldering nest like this one! This one is made from 22g (.64mm) and works perfectly to elevate this backplate and bezel enough so that heat can get underneath for a smooth flow. I like to... more
Love this knot ring tutorial from @waxcarvers - “Take 2 pieces of wire and wrap them around something round so you have a curve in the middle. Thread the ends of one wire through the curve of the other wire. Carefully push the curves closer together... more
My favorite project in my book is the Stacking Rings, because there are so many techniques and tips and this project can truly be made your own. When soldering little components onto the rings I find using a miter jig and filing a tiny flat spot on... more
When I photograph my jewelry I shoot in bright, indirect light. I use @replicasurfaces as a consistent background. They are lightweight, easy to clean and you can pick something that matches the aesthetic of your work/brand. I love the Replica Studio... more
Here is a wax carving tip from @dmdmetal using a piece of saw blade in a pin vise to carve intricate details. Derek also uses a modified graver in the video! Both are fantastic DIY tools. His work is so incredibly detailed 😍 I appreciate you allowing... more
This week I had a hard to reach spot so I thought I’d make this little cutie and share it with you! Save those popsicle sticks ☺️❤️ #sandingsticks #jewelrymakingtips
