A tip from @trailmadedesigns on shredding reused paper and boxes as packaging fill and using compostable shipping supplies.

A tip from @boomccarthy1709 on carving a channel in a soft soldering block to hold chain jump rings joint up for soldering.

A tip from @knotandsplice on pressing a rolled snake of sticky wax over a stone to keep it straight during prong or flush setting.

Learn how Handy Blocks organize burs and needle files, and how to enlarge the holes to hold handmade setting tools.

A tip from @sparkandtwig on removing tarnish with aluminum foil, baking soda, salt and boiling water, and the chemistry behind it.

Learn to use Babybel cheese wax to pick up stones during stone setting, a community tip from @marquisjewelryacademy.

A tip from @anthemsweet_jewelry on smoothing rough spots on carving wax with a Tombow sand eraser.

A tip from @adornedsmithingco on labeling a wall drawer system for jump rings and sanding discs, with item numbers inside for reordering.

Learn to hold tiny stud earrings in a ring clamp while polishing bezels to protect your fingertips and keep pieces from flying.

Learn how tacking components with a pulse arc welder holds them in place for soldering a DIY earring stand.

A tip from @makeitwithkim on carving patterns into a cheap hammer face with a reinforced cutting wheel or diamond burs, then polishing.

A tip from @flatlanderjewelry on pushing earring posts into a pin cushion to hold them upright for photos without clutter.

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