For this week’s #tooltalktuesday I’m sharing a new tool I got that attaches to my Foredom H.30 Handpiece (which is the standard one you get with an SR flex shaft) the Foredom Belt Sander Attachment. This little tool is great for sanding my little... more
Here is a tip for when creating with a shot plate from @buenaonda.handmade - “I use my @pepetools_usa disc cutter to trim up those pesky edges on round shot. Once you have your shot mold, determine which hole it’s going to fit, then flip it upside... more
Here is a polishing tip from @isabelasopkova - “I would like to share my tip for cleaning small bezels after soldering, it is perfect for white gold especially. I use a interdental brush with polishing paste and it works very good :))” Thanks for... more
Here is a stamping tip from @thesovereigncrow - “I use FrogLube to prevent rust and I store them in a rifle shell holder and it works great.” I love this two for one tip! FrogLube has a great smell too! Useful for all types of steel tools! Thank you... more
Here is a tip for prepping sand for casting from @norosesjewelry - “I've been watching everyone prepping their sand/clay for casting by chopping chunks with a ruler. Great idea, but I was inspired to a more ergonomic and efficient method. After... more
This tip was shared by both @lm6d and @refraction_manufacturing years ago and it’s one I use on a regular basis in my studio. The dapping block can be used to true up/round a heavy gauge jump ring or ring band by giving it a few hits on each side.... more
Here is a magnification tip from @arcanasilver - “Thought I'd share this tool that has been a game changer in my jewelry making. For those of us that can't afford a microscope, these magnifying lamps from Amazon provide 5x magnification and... more
#tooltalktuesday I got this @durstontools bench from @ottofrei1930 they have a few in stock and ready to ship. Mine was delivered in a few days and as you can see very quick to assemble. If you are in the US and order one from Otto Frei use code MMSZ... more
Hey friends, today I am finishing up some very important work for the book so I thought I’d just share some of the fabulous new merch created this year with designs from @lloydstratton thanks for cheering me on and giving me some grace while I’m... more
Here is a tip to help you remember which grit is which from @gabitimm_ - “Finally sorted out my emery paper mandrels, - made a little colour chart with corresponding grits.” Thank you SO much for sharing. I rely on these types of systems to remember... more
Here is a stamping tip from @efflorescentmetals -“I enjoy using an ink stamp with my metal stamps on paper for getting ideas on layouts and getting to share these ideas to customers. Saves time and materials, then once the design is selected I know... more
If you follow my jewelry page you already know, but my book: 𝙼𝚎𝚝𝚊𝚕𝚜𝚖𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚂𝚘𝚌𝚒𝚎𝚝𝚢’𝚜 𝙶𝚞𝚒𝚍𝚎 𝚃𝚘 𝙹𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚕𝚛𝚢 𝙼𝚊𝚔𝚒𝚗𝚐 is now available for pre-sale!! I have been working incredibly hard on this book for the past nine months and it’s amazing to see it come to... more
