CONGRATS @native_nomad_jewelry It can be a big jump to go from using your flex shaft to polish everything to a polishing lathe or machine! Today I...
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Balling wire with the talented @tkiplinger - “This little trick is great for creating head pins for cold connections, heat rivets, earrings...
More →Thank you @pablocimadevila for letting me share this video showing your process! “I use laser welding whenever traditional fire welding is highly...
More →Jump ring storage from @goldenhourskc - “I recently purchased the Durston Quad Ringer and have a little tip for keeping jump rings organized. I...
More →Here is a tip for soldering a fine chain from @dreamsmith.jewelry - “Sometimes we need to solder a delicate necklace that is torn. I like to use a...
More →Here is a soldering tip from @marquisjewelryacademy - “Trying out a new way to use HOLD IT soldering clay from @reneefordmetals Our student, Sara,...
More →Chamfering a bezel with @lucywalkerjewellery first using calipers to mark the area you will file, I love how she rotates the vise as she is filing...
More →Love this video from @facetsartisanjewelry showing the process of using Jett Basic a reusable thermoplastic work holder - “ When I have a stone to...
More →Amazing and affordable over the bench organizer from @norosesjewelry - “My spouse and I purchased an adjustable over-the-sink kitchen organizer for...
More →Here is a split shank tutorial shared by @saltwater.and.silver - “We talked about how to prep a split shank, but what about making one? ✨comment if...
More →Here is a soldering tip from @atelier_hanki - “I’ve modified my soldering base to make the soldering process easier and faster for jewelry that I...
More →Just wanted to share some of the resources you’ll find inside my book! I tried to include some of the info I’m constantly using when making the...
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