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Here is a tip for collecting your metal dust from @noracapodesign - “I’m currently based in Danmark and they use a leather sheet (bench skin/bench apron) for collecting the metal. I gave to it a new twist and connected it to my leather apron using... more
𝚃𝙸-𝚀𝚄𝙰𝙳 𝚂𝙾𝙻𝙳𝙴𝚁𝙸𝙽𝙶 𝚂𝚃𝙰𝙽𝙳 by @lionpunchforge comment "send me info" and I will DM you the link! This titanium stand is designed to help you solder hollow forms, bezels, and really any situation where you'd like to be able to heat from below. I love how... more
Silicone fingertips you can modify shared by @machi_jewellery - “Earlier this year, I hurt my thumb pretty badly, so I had a bandage on it for weeks. I had to protect my thumb and the bandage, so discovered these silicon finger protectors. They are... more
Comment “class list” and I will DM you my directory of locations to take in-person jewelry classes and workshops. I have been building and editing this directory for almost 6 years! Please tag your local school in the comments section and if you have... more
Love this solution for those using solder paste from @willowandtwigg - “Solder paste is really useful stuff, but it’s also expensive compared to regular solder so you don’t want to waste it by not storing it properly. If you allow it to dry out, then... more
Hey friends, will you share a tip with us? Even if you think it’s simple or everyone already know it. Trust me there are plenty of folks who it will help 😁 my main mission with Metalsmith Society has always been to educate and form community, it would... more
Here is a safe way to polish a piece that has an attached chain from @dangbravegirl - “To save your chain, your fingers and your sanity, I tuck my soldered chain into a small baggie (and zip it closed around the chain) when I'm using my flex shaft to... more
Just thought I’d share in case someone else finds this helpful. I recently utilized my miter jig to file a portion of a wax ring perfectly flat. As I got closer to the surface of the miter jig I was careful to to not hit my file against my jig. I... more
Prong setting tips from @kristinabobin - “When you make the shape you want and solder that, you need to make groves for your prongs to fit nicely into your setting. Yes, they have to be fitting, otherwise the heat will move things around, and we don’t... more
Create a soldering nest like this by taking 22g/.64mm (it can be heavier or thinner as well) bending and flattening it. You can use it to elevate your work, get an even heating and good flow. When I am soldering bezels to backplates I like to heat... more
Here is a tip for file handles from @beautifulfiercewonderful - “An old hack with a bit of a twist - This awesome tip shared by @metalsmithsociety really saves my hands when using small files, and I found a quick and easy way to organise them so... more
This is the Metalartz Center Finder, and it is available from our sponsor @gesswein.jewelry This jig is made in the USA and designed by professional jeweler and educator, David Baird. He created this layout jig over a decade ago to help his students... more
Here is a tip I shared in my book, you can find it in the Stacking Rings Project - I use a miter jig to file a small flat spot onto a ring prior to soldering a decorative component or stone setting. It makes for a quick and easy solder seam! This is... more
Here is a tip for finishing chain from @dangbravegirl - “I use this ultra fine #0000 steel wool to remove the excess patina on my sterling chains. It leaves just the right amount of patina highlights and contrast in the recessed areas while shiny up... more
Comment “I want to learn” and I’ll send you a link to pre-order The New Silversmith: Innovative, Sustainable Techniques for Creating Nature-Inspired Jewelry (Mastering the Art of Jewelry Making) by Nicole Ringgold. Amazing artist and teacher. Can’t... more
Here is a sanding tip from @sundazedsilver - “I use Dura Gold sanding discs with adhesive backs to sand my metal perfectly flat so I can insure it’s ready to solder! These sanding discs stick to your work bench and you don’t have to worry about... more
It’s incorporated right into this year’s design “KINDNESS, COMMUNITY + EDUCATION” these are the pillars of Metalsmith Society. I would love to feature a tip from you, and as I mention in the video it does not need to be groundbreaking to be helpful to... more
Barrette files are a tool I invested in later on in my jewelry making journey but they are a necessity! The “safe side” (side with no cut) is helpful whenever you have an area which would be damaged if the file hit it. I was reminded during my... more
Creating the perfect ball with @thewildpine - “To create the perfect ball without imperfections & pitting on either side of a hinge, I highly recommend using Fine Silver or Argentium Silver. Either type balls up cleanly and perfectly without the... more
