Flux link in my profile! #tooltalktuesday this week I’m showing off pepetools_usa new Bench Basics Smart Flux and their Flux Spray Applicator. These are my go to when I’m annealing or soldering larger pieces! The flux itself comes in a large bottle... more
Here is a tip from @martindenoch - “You know the soft nail manicure files you can buy almost everywhere. They come in different grits and shapes and they are absolutely amazing for polishing your silver. I use them every single day! And the best thig... more
Here is a saw blade tip from @peggyhouchinjewelry - “This has always worked well for me. I put magnets on my metal cabinet near my work Bench and label the magnet with the saw blade size then just place my saw blades on the magnet. Works great. ... more
Here is a plier modification from @tinsley_james - “My tip of the day is to modify a pair of chain nose pliers for safe easy and accurate stone removal. Simply use a diamond file, burr or cutting disk to grind the one side into a hook and the other... more
100% of the profits go to the @aclu_nationwide and @wewieldthehammer available through the end of this month! Love this community, thank you for all of your support!
Friday flashback to this top tip from @marionwild - “I use binder clips on the ends of cross locking tweezers for help with soldering things in place. I prefer this over the swivel base because it’s using gravity to keep the tweezers in place, making... more
Here is a tip for sanding backplates from @jtower_jewelry - “Here is my process for making the back plate flush without killing your hands: 1. Saw around the piece close to the bezel (not shown in my photo) 2. Using my mini 3” bench grinder from... more
Here is a simple stamping tip from @beaducation - “Use a sharpie or enamel pen as a guideline for your designs. For this coaster I started with the initial then stamped on and around the letter. I used a small stamp to fill in all the gaps. I like... more
💎 GIVEAWAY 💎 I’ve partnered with @turquoise_moose and they are giving away $300 worth of gemstones PLUS a $100 gift card for YOU AND A FRIEND 👯♂️ here is how to enter (open to anyone, anywhere): 1️⃣𝙇𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙩 2️⃣𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 @𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐪𝐮𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐞_𝐦𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞... more
Here is a #diy file organizer from @rachel_hearne_jewellery_school - “Needle & riffler file organiser made with empty baking sprinkles tub. Files painted with nail polish to denote cut.” Always love a two-in-one tip! Thank you for sharing this one... more
Here is a tip from @earthbound_silver - “I don't have a great grip in general (opening jars, rock climbing, etc. are my weaknesses). My fingers get fatigued or plain hurt, when I'm trying to grasp/work with silver wire. I thought of using my shoddy... more
Patreon support is HUGE. Wanted to explain it a bit for people that aren’t sure what it’s about. There is never pressure to join, Metalsmith Society content will always be here for everyone to learn from and be a part of. If you do want to support... more
jeffkleinjewelry is offering our community 10% off his entire Etsy shop (link in my profile) now through 12/16 with code CODE101 you can get unique bezels in brass, copper and silver for your next jewelry project or collection. If you are in Europe... more
Here is a tip for liquid flux from @rachel_hearne_jewellery_school - “Perfect spray flux applicator- old perfume bottle.” Love this Rachel! Clean the bottle thoroughly prior to use! Always great when we can repurpose household items in our studio ♻️... more
🚨 23 days left to shop the 2021 collection designed by @anjaslibar then it’s leaving the shop for a new top secret (for now) design but I’ll give you a hint: the 2022 design was created by @lloydstratton an artist I’ve admired for a long time! Today... more
#tooltalktuesday I have been wanting to show off a Butane Torch since I started this page. While I didn’t learn with one they are affordable, portable and I know many many people in our community use them. I am not super experienced with butane... more
Here are 6 SAWING TIPS from @lucywalkerjewellery her online Metalsmith Academy is now open for registration! I have done Lucy’s classes and they are PHENOMENAL, I can’t recommend them enough! Link in my profile!! 1: Thinner metal such as 24 gauge... more
Here is a sanding tip from @martindenoch - “Slippery fingers? Put some tape on the piece and get better grip!" I love this handle-making tip! It works with a bunch of different tapes, I often use painters tape but others work too! #sanding... more
This tip was shared by marquisjewelryacademy and I brought it to life for my book and figured I’d create a reel for funsies. Take a babybelus cheese wax (or another similar wax) and create a little cone for picking up stones! I’ve tried beeswax and... more
⚡️⚡️THANK YOU PATREON @beyond_the_grey_jewelry⚡️⚡️This is my weekly opportunity to thank my monthly and annual supporters☺️ For the cost of a cup of coffee a month you are keeping me going! You will also get a one time @riogrande free shipping code,... more
