Learn how an enclosed LED light box, acrylic boards and a tripod with a high f number give sharp, reflection free jewelry photos.

A showcase of flush set pieces made for the November metalsmith challenge, and how to vote on the next theme.

@ritualfemme binds two same size rings with seams aligned, solders the seam, then pries the open ends apart for a split shank.

Learn how a retractable bench brush keeps settings and saw lines visible while working and sweeps metal dust into your drawer.

A tip from @emilymarquisdesigns: string small parts on thick copper wire after soldering to make quenching and pickling easier.

Learn how Jett Basic fixturing compound, heated in a hot pot, holds work on mandrels, ring clamps and vises for stone setting.

Lubricate while drilling a flush setting seat and on the stone before burnishing, and start with the burnisher held perpendicular.

@flowmke2 uses Kool Jool gel to isolate a gemstone from torch heat when resizing a ring. It also acts as a heat sink.

@lasa_joyas builds a wooden rack for test tubes with o-rings to store saw blades and keep them from rusting, with measurements.

@alwaysaleda gives delicate chains a light polish by tumbling them with soapy Brillo pads for about half an hour.

@justinboehmecraftechcastings soots metal in the flame to reveal witness marks showing how a faceted stone sits in its seat.

Why I switched to @ecoenclose for recycled rigid mailers and thin but strong boxes when shipping jewelry orders.

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