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Pairing Bezels and Stones in a Painter's Palette

A tip from @salaciousstones: keep bezels and stones paired up in a painter's palette when making several pieces at once.

Posted about 8 years ago • 1,977 likes • 84 comments

Here is a genius way to keep bezels and stones paired up from @salaciousstones - “When making several pieces at once, use a painter’s palette. Check dollar stores or amazon.” This is an awesome idea thank you for sharing 🙌 #metalsmithsociety #jewelrytipoftheday #stonesetting #bezelsetting #jewelers #ladysmith

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