Tag Archive for: metalwork
VIDEO: What size jeweler’s saw blade should I choose for my project?
One of my most popular posts is about choosing the right saw blade for your metal working project. I decided to make a video about the same topic, going into a little more detail.
You can see the video here, and I recommend reading…
Spotlight on The Studio 26
It's always a good thing when you find like-minded people to share in your passions. I discovered exactly that when I came across Studio 26 in Cameron Park, CA. It's a jewelry-maker's studio designed for learning, problem solving, creative…
Four Tips for Good Jewelry Soldering
Basic Troubleshooting for a Difficult Solder Join
We all have challenges with jewelry soldering from time to time. Maybe you just don't have the right focus on a particular day. Or perhaps the join is more complicated than usual. Possibly,…
VIDEO: How to Use a Tumbler in Jewelry Making
High Polish for a Low Price
Not everyone can have all the tools they want for finishing their jewelry creations. There are rotary tools, flex shafts, polishers, tumblers and more! All of these help create a nice, high-polish finish on metal…
CHART: Sizes of Silver Granules
A Journal Entry on Making Silver Balls for Jewelry
Many people in my classes have heard me suggest using a journal for their jewelry designs and techniques. When it comes to certain techniques, journalling your methods and results can make…