Torch Fireable Precious Metal Clay Pizza Charm
Corkie shares a tiny pepperoni pizza charm made with torch fireable metal clay from @halsteadjewelrysupplies and why PMC suits quick 3D forms.
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Dipromini Plastic Spatulas with Diamond Compound
Learn how tiny plastic spatulas on the Dipromini mini filer, loaded with diamond compound in various grits, finish tight spots on metal and cabochons.
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Rubber Finger Guards for Sanding, Flex Shaft and Patina
Four bench uses for Japanese rubber finger guards, from sanding small pieces to avoiding patina stains, plus sizing tips and a polishing machine safety note.
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DIY Rotary Burnisher From an Allen Wrench for Porosity
A tip from @lui.gewelry for turning a cut hex wrench into a rotary burnisher in a Foredom handpiece to smooth surface porosity on castings.
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Holding a Bangle in a Bench Vise for Stone Setting
Learn how to secure a large sterling bangle in a bench vise with thick leather pads to protect its texture while setting a stone and hammer setting.
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Organize Bench Bits with Recycled Fruit Cups
A tip from @melissapedersen on using recycled plastic fruit or applesauce cups to sort jump rings, scrap, and works in progress at your bench.
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Laser Engraver Layout for Hand Engraving a Signet Ring
Learn how to laser engrave a lettering layout on a signet ring held on a tapered mandrel, then hand cut it with a pneumatic graver using flat and 120 gravers.
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Sharpie Trick to Reduce Glare When Sawing Silver
A tip from @dangbravegirl: run a Sharpie over your silver and wipe the excess so your saw line is easier to see without glare.
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Stiffening Rubber Diamond Wheels With a Disc
A tip from @jennistuartjewelry on placing a separating disc under a yellow rubber diamond polishing wheel for a firmer edge.
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New Website Tour
A tour of the new website with tip search, the blog, podcast, suppliers and promos, class directory and book recommendations.
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Soldering Near Spring Clasps: Heat and Pickle Risks
Why most spring clasps contain steel, so you should avoid heating them when soldering and keep them out of the pickle.
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0.9mm Mini Ceramic Stones for Removing Scratches
How 0.9mm Mini Super Ceramic Stones from @gesswein.jewelry and a diamond spatula tip removed a small scratch on a ring.
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