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Shaping Melted Balls in a Dapping Block

A tip from @lindas0928 for using a dapping block to round the tops and flatten the backs of balls melted from scrap.

Posted over 5 years ago • 2,406 likes • 74 comments
Here is a tip for forming balls from @lindas0928 - “Just did a little video clip to show how I use the dapping block to get smooth rounded balls and flat backsides. This is after I melt balls from scrap silver and sometimes the tops are not smooth or rounded, and bottoms not quite flat. No need for sanding or filing.” This is great Linda, thank you so much for taking the time to share! I love seeing the different ways people use their dapping blocks! #dappingblock #makingsilverballs