Here is a tip for those that want to experiment with tumbling a piece with a stone set from @kjs_heart -“ I tumbled this pendant and after tumbling I set the stone. Although I used some tape on my tools to protect the bezel it got a bit damaged by... more
Here is a tip for setting studs from @wanderingdesigns - “I drill a hole in my bench block for setting cabs on post earrings and use a piece of nonslip rubber between the wood and the earring!” I love this! I bet the non-slip helps prevent the stud... more
Here is a tip for removing tarnish using household items from @jillsworkshop - “Because no matter how careful we are, our favorites somehow end up a little grimy or tarnished. This works great with copper, silver and gold metals: in a small cup, mix a... more
This is an important consideration when applying a hammered texture to a ring from @lucywalkerjewellery - “Just to demonstrate how much adding a hammer texture to a ring band expands the metal. The ring went up a whole size!” Would love to hear tips... more
For those that celebrate: MERRY CHRISTMAS! 🎁🎄 Thank you to everyone who purchased from the Society shop this holiday season, all of your support meant the world to me. As we are approaching the end of 2019 I wanted to mention this amazing design that... more
For this week’s #tooltalktuesday I wanted to show a tool that I’ve been using FOREVER, my Matt Wax Ring Sizer. If you work in wax this mandrel is a huge time saver, it simply helps you achieve the ring size you want by slowly cutting away wax from the... more
Here is a stamping tip from @appleseedjewellery - “Before you hammer anything on your metal, press the required letters into paper so you can centre the text and mark the start point on your masking tape line when you put it on the metal. Plus you can... more
Here is a sawing tip from @customdeluxestudio - “Which direction should you saw? Accurately following a pattern takes practice, but make it easier on yourself from the start! If you hold your saw with your right hand, keep the blade to the right of... more
Here is great, simple tip on forming wires from @donamillerstudio - “When you are working with wire, mark your pliers so you use the same position on your pliers each time. Eventually you will just use that spot, but at the beginning it will allow you... more
Here is a tip to customize your tool handle from @alexandreschool - “THERMO-LOC® Heat♨️Form🥨Hold✊. Reusable polymer material that is rigid at room temperature yet becomes pliable when heated or warmed.” Thank you so much for letting us share this... more
Here is a great riveting tip from @creativesidejewelry - “Tap a center punch with a chasing hammer to make a clean circle and reinforce your rivet! This is a simple way to make a nice finish and keep your rivet secure.”Love when you all share... more
Here is a fantastic packaging tip from @candicetripp - “When I went to buy a ring gauge to get my mom’s ring size, I noticed that the bulk packets were really cheap. Since the end of summer I’ve been putting them in all of my parcels for free with... more
For this week’s #tooltalktuesday I wanted to discuss PAINTER’S TAPE, it’s an inexpensive tool to keep in your studio that you will find countless uses for. I thought it would be fun to compile all the amazing tips we have shared that used painter’s... more
Here is a tip on proper hammer form to help prevent pain and discomfort from @captainmeegleton - “To prevent pain and be able to hammer for extended periods, remember that your elbow should be close to your torso. The more space there is, the greater... more
ＲＥＡＤＹ ＴＯ ＳＨＩＰ ✴️ Sticker packs, iron on patches, enamel pins, tote bags, sharpies, magnets, pennants and the Ladysmith Retro shirt are all ready to ship items (everything else is made to order!) they are great options to order for holiday delivery as... more
Here is a great sawing tip from @lucywalkerjewellery - “lucywalkerjewellery When saw piercing, your saw should be as close to the bench pin as possible. Trying to work with your piece hanging right off the side of the bench pin as in that first image... more
Here is a little solution for small disposable tanks if you do not have a caddy from @benchofbezalel - “I was setting up my smith little torch today, and realized I didn’t have a caddy for my disposable containers. My idea is that by sticking the... more
Here is another #diy sanding stick from @mooncoocoo_jewelry - “I take popsicle sticks, then I just cut sandpaper and wrap and glue the sandpaper around the sticks. For the most used grits that's too long a process, especially when I'm so excited with... more
Here is a great tip for stamping from @dangbravegirl - “When I'm stamping a design around my soldered bezel I always make sure it's going to 'fit'. The best way to check this is a dry run. I've shared in the past about doing this on paper in the... more
Here is a tip for building your email list from @shannonrusselljewelry - “One way to capture names and email addresses is to have a guest book on hand for people to sign when you do a market or show. I add the names manually to my email list.“ FRIENDS... more
