A tip from @shinyobjectsmichele for pushing bezels between close set stones with a blackhead extractor and unsetting stones with a dental tool.

A tip from @intidesignstudio for setting stones in studs by placing the post in a hole drilled in the bench so it stays put and rotates.

Learn how to work harden ear posts by twisting them partway in both directions with pliers, a method credited to @marquisjewelryacademy.

A tip from @SpiritMountainSilver for storing silver wire on labeled shelves of a tiered document organizer, sorted by gauge.

Learn the safety gear every studio needs, from safety glasses and aprons to N95 masks, and how to store and dispose of chemicals. From @stullerinc.

A tip from @ericawalkerjewelry for painting the tops of unmarked forming pliers with paint pens so you can track sizes by color.

A tip from @Abilene_Sky for painting yellow ochre paste mixed with water or alcohol where you do not want solder to flow.

A tip from @lierreworks for twisting two strands of fine silver wire for filigree with an ancient block technique, keeping steady tension.

A tip from @marquisjewelryacademy for trimming tube or bezel height by bracing it on the bench pin and sawing around in one direction.

Corkie announces she is writing a book with @pagestreetpublishing about kindness, community and education, and asks for more tips.

Learn why the Fretz stamping hammer from @pepetools_usa has a brass end that will not mar your stamps and grips the punch as it strikes.

A tip from @metalsmithbenchman for covering a glued paper design with clear tape so it does not smudge or peel while you saw.

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