Patreon support is HUGE. Wanted to explain it a bit for people that aren’t sure what it’s about. There is never pressure to join, Metalsmith Society content will always be here for everyone to learn from and be a part of. If you do want to support... more
jeffkleinjewelry is offering our community 10% off his entire Etsy shop (link in my profile) now through 12/16 with code CODE101 you can get unique bezels in brass, copper and silver for your next jewelry project or collection. If you are in Europe... more
Here is a tip for liquid flux from @rachel_hearne_jewellery_school - “Perfect spray flux applicator- old perfume bottle.” Love this Rachel! Clean the bottle thoroughly prior to use! Always great when we can repurpose household items in our studio ♻️... more
🚨 23 days left to shop the 2021 collection designed by @anjaslibar then it’s leaving the shop for a new top secret (for now) design but I’ll give you a hint: the 2022 design was created by @lloydstratton an artist I’ve admired for a long time! Today... more
#tooltalktuesday I have been wanting to show off a Butane Torch since I started this page. While I didn’t learn with one they are affordable, portable and I know many many people in our community use them. I am not super experienced with butane... more
Here are 6 SAWING TIPS from @lucywalkerjewellery her online Metalsmith Academy is now open for registration! I have done Lucy’s classes and they are PHENOMENAL, I can’t recommend them enough! Link in my profile!! 1: Thinner metal such as 24 gauge... more
Here is a sanding tip from @martindenoch - “Slippery fingers? Put some tape on the piece and get better grip!" I love this handle-making tip! It works with a bunch of different tapes, I often use painters tape but others work too! #sanding... more
This tip was shared by marquisjewelryacademy and I brought it to life for my book and figured I’d create a reel for funsies. Take a babybelus cheese wax (or another similar wax) and create a little cone for picking up stones! I’ve tried beeswax and... more
⚡️⚡️THANK YOU PATREON @beyond_the_grey_jewelry⚡️⚡️This is my weekly opportunity to thank my monthly and annual supporters☺️ For the cost of a cup of coffee a month you are keeping me going! You will also get a one time @riogrande free shipping code,... more
Here is a granule making tip from @loisgore22 - “I take 22 gauge, 22 karat gold, wire and wrap it around a 1.47mm transfer punch. After the coil is good and tight (I anneal it once and tighten again) I snip the coil with nippers to make jump rings.... more
The 2019 design “In Solder We Trust” designed by @beardedcreative_studio is back for a limited time! You can get this shirt on my website until 12/8 (which is the holiday deadline for orders) I love this design because it incorporated our pillars:... more
