A tip from @lainebenthalljewelry for flowing solder onto small parts first, then heating from below so it joins the base without gaps.

Learn to form repeatable chain links with link forming pliers and drill a custom Delrin jig for identical oval links.

A tip from @artifactprocess for drilling a pilot hole in craft corks to make comfortable, inexpensive file handles.

A tip from @lindas0928 for using a dapping block to round the tops and flatten the backs of balls melted from scrap.

A step by step from @lucywalkerjewellery for building an ear wire jig from copper sheet, heavy copper wire and tubing.

A tip from @pohpohcito for sticking magnetic strip on the bench and lamp to hold mandrels, saw blades and tiny drill bits.

Learn how a ring bender with Delrin and steel dies forms rings quickly from thick or hard metal without marring patterned wire.

A tip from Scott Whitaker of @scottjamesjewelry for setting bezels with a weighted ball peen hammer and a shaped brass rod.

The fourth Society Chat interview, with Scott Whitaker of @scottjamesjewelry, plus a giveaway of a custom Panther ring.

A tip from @alexamanoartisan for sawing a GRS compatible bench pin from hardwood with cutouts for small parts.

A tip from @amyy50 for straightening and sharpening a retired dental scraper into a scribe for marking bezel height.

A tip from @hkmjewelry for sanding a rusty hammer through 240, 400 and 600 grit, then buffing it with steel only compounds.

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