A look at the HAKKO FA-430 fume extraction system and how its HEPA filter captures solder fumes and bench dust.

A tip from @meritmade for taping a small piece to the bench with double sided tape while polishing with a 3M bristle disc.

A tip from @gialunajewelry for stamping sheet solder all over as soon as it arrives so scraps never get mixed up.

A favorite tip from @fione_harvey for covering a set stone with blue painter's tape and scribing it to fit before cleaning the metal.

How to roll twisted soldered wires into square wire and sheet, and make faux mokume gane from layered brass, copper and silver.

A monthly post sharing photos of community members and thanking them for their questions, tips and support.

A roundup of the January rivets themed monthly challenge pieces and how to vote on the next theme.

How a sanding stick with a rotating replaceable belt removes small solder lumps in tight spaces like a bail without scratching.

A tip from @dreamlandcreations for sanding a bezel flush on taped down sandpaper with light, even figure 8 strokes.

How a swage block, mini anvil and forming rods curve sheet, support wire while stamping and shape bezels, jump rings and bails.

A technique from @indigenized775 for making rivets from 18 gauge wire in a hand vise by trimming, filing and hammering the head.

Torch safety tips from @creativesidejewelry on soapy water leak checks, chaining tanks, striking and bleeding gas and oxygen lines.

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