Do you have any of these books?!? Let me know in the comments!! I have had Tim's book since I attended Pratt 2005 it will always be evergreen. LOVE the ECO jewelry Handbook as well, no other book quite like that! Check out my Book Recommendations... more
Can you tap that heart button to support the podcast?!? Have you listened to the latest episode with @allieperrydesigns oh how we laughed and we only went off on a few tangents ๐คฃ โฃ You can find the podcast everywhere you listen to podcasts, Apple,... more
If you use wire solders, use this tip from @hebel.design "To keep wire solder always identifiable, fold end of wire once for EASY, twice for MEDIUM AND 3 times for HARD. Never mistake solder again!" I learned this in college back in 2005 and it's... more
Love this wax tip from @waxcarvers โฃ(comment โsend me classesโ) to learn more. โฃ โYou can use paper punches with your sheet wax. Simply insert, punch, and you have a perfect shape every time! Iโm using .8mm sheet but this one can also take thicker.... more
โจ Itโs an Electrode Sharpener from @sunstoneweldjewelry this tool is not required it just makes your life a helluva bit easier. This tool is for the electrode used on pulse arc welders which needs to be clean and sharp. If you are someone that has... more
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Comment including the words โgratefulโ and I will DM a promo to save 15% off @haroldstudio castings and solderable accents including their 14k gold accents ๐ they also have a free gift with purchase!โฃโฃ โฃโฃ Like this post if you have ever melted... more
This โCleat Wallโ wooden bracket system that @allieperrydesigns created, inspired by her wood working friends is SUCH A GREAT IDEA for jewelers. She simply cut wood brackets at 45 degree angles.โฃ โฃ You can move stuff around, customize your own holders... more
Using their micromotor as a lathe, thank you @madneeco for allowing me to share! Using wax carving tools, and connecting the wax to a bit and then inserting it into the micromotor is such a great technique for wax carving curves. A miniature lathe... more
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Iโve been playing with a game changing tool from @potterusa their hydraulic press!!! We have never done a single tip about hydraulic presses and Iโd love to knowโฆwhat do you want to see? What questions do you have? Comment below ๐๐ *this press was... more
Here is a polishing tip from @hijackngingerโฃ โฃ โSometimes in lieu of an ultrasonic cleaner, I use a @dollartree electric toothbrush to clean my stones after polishing. I normally use soap but didnโt for the sake of this video and you still see how the... more
Steel wool has been a popular material to use on finishing jewelry for as long as Iโve been making jewelry. On and off 25 years! Here is a tip from @hngrainedโฃ โฃ โJust a tip for fellow artisans that work with steel wool! Keep a strong magnet close by... more
Thanks @willowandtwigg for allowing me to share this! โI like this one; so simple but so useful! โ๏ธ๐ I donโt think Iโve ever used the pull-out arm rests on my bench for their intended purpose. Occasionally Iโll hook my saw on them temporarily, but... more
Shared this video originally on my jewelry page @corkieboltonjewelry this technique was shown to me by my engraving instructor @laynezuelke and it really changed the game for me because it allows the milgrain tool to distract where the line should be... more
A tip for applying patina from @fifthelementjewelry - โThis will forever be my favorite tip gleaned from @metalsmithsociety : watercolor pens for patina! They can be found at any craft store and are a 10/10 for precision, convenience, and time saved.... more
Great POLISHING TIPS from @jennistuartjewelryโฃ โPolish jewelry with everyday items from home! Here are a few we frequently use: a toothpick, ribbon and a lollipop stick. Are there any others youโve tried?โ โฃ โฃ Thank you so much for sending this tip to... more
Ever wonder how to use gorgeous turquoise beads in your jewelry?!? I have partnered with @turquoise_moose for this tutorial. โฃ๐ซถ๐ โฃ Comment including the word โBeadsโ and I will send you a link, a promo and a link to the tools in this video.โฃ โฃ This... more
If you have multiple foot pedals at your bench and they keep getting kicked around or mixed up here is a tip from @dannysaathoff - "This is one of the best things I've done to keep flex shaft foot-pedals from getting away; mount them to a piece of... more
Can you tap that heart button to support the podcast?!? If you need a good distraction today, listen to this awesome conversation I had with @liz_kantner COMMENT including the words โEpisode 22โ and Iโll send it right to your DM (then you can go down... more
