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Organizing Stones With Sticky Wax While Setting
A tip from @michelecdodge: use sticky wax to organize stones so they do not get mixed up while setting multiple pieces.
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Keeping stones from getting misplaced or mixed up while in the process of setting multiple pieces truly is an art, thanks for sharing your method @michelecdodge ”I use sticky wax to organize stones when I'm setting.” If you have another way send me a photo in a DM or comment below! #metalsmithsociety #benchtips #benchjeweler #stonesetting #stonesettingtips
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