I have been loving my @potterusa hydraulic press, especially when I recycle my own metals! ♻️✨ Today, I melted down some tiny chains I’ve had for years (we’re talking smaller than 1mm). No shade to those who love dainty chains, but they don’t work... more
We ❤️ thrifting!! Revisiting this file storage tip from kkmetalwerk4640 (if you have an updated handle please let me know!) “I use a big box craft scissor rotating carousel to store my files. I had to drill some holes on the bottom for the file... more
This is such a helpful tip from @theresaapplegatejewelry “I like to purchase chain by the foot and finish it to length but I do not like to solder end caps with the clasp. Purchasing chain in bulk saves me money and allows for full control over... more
I don’t think I have ever seen this tip from @theschoolofjewellery.ie 😀 using two sanding discs as a sandwich! “When making brooch pins, lapel pins or generally any round taper I place two medium grit emery discs together and screw together on a... more
Here is a tip for straightening and work hardening wires from @mijouxjewellery “It’s amazing how easily wire can get kinked or bent so this is a really useful way of straightening it out again. I’m using a planishing hammer here which has a... more
Want all of my top safety tips for jewelers? 🧤 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 “𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄” 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈’𝐥𝐥 𝐃𝐌 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐲 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐠 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭! This post is sponsored by @gesswein.jewelry — we’ve teamed up to create a curated collection of every single tool I’ve recommended over the... more
It’s easy to forget that earring posts need work hardening too—but don’t skip it or you risk a wobbly post that bends way too easily 💫 Here are two ways to work harden them: 1️⃣ Use flat pliers to gently twist the post—first one way, then the... more
Love this tutorial on making your own sanding sticks from @arvidvantornout “Voor alle studenten (en misschien ook collega’s hier ;)): Zelf schuurlatten maken 🤩” “For all students (and maybe also colleagues here ;)): Making sanding slats... more
I love this jewelry studio organization tip from @henjewellery “I saw this idea of the boxes, for storing silver from @therealtoynadavidson & I ran with it. They are for storing photos, I found them on Amazon. Size 7¼” x 5½” approx (it’s mm here😁) I... more
Hey jewelers 👋 If you’re new to jewelry making, here’s a little tip that can make your work look even more polished and professional: a custom metal stamp. I had two stamps created just for me by @impressart to match my new Corkie Bolton... more
🛠️ Comment “I love a satin finish” and I’ll DM you all the details! ✨If you love a satin finish, you’ve gotta try this combo!✨ I used these $1.39 satin wheels from @gesswein.jewelry to give this ring that soft, velvety texture. The patina? That... more
Revisiting this tip because a flush seam is important when soldering a thin bezel wire, it helps prevent a receded appearance on the seam. Double-sided tape is a lifesaver when you’re wrapping bezel wire around a stone. 🙌 Stick a little piece on... more
I love this video from @madneeco sharing how they reshaped a file using a separating disc!! “ Resharpening old file with 0.2mm disc 🧰⚙️” Tool maintenance and modifications are so important since we invest so much in our tools as jewelers. I love how... more
🔥 Soldering tip 👩🏭 from @shalondesigns “Are you looking for another work-holding option? Stainless Steel T Pins are inexpensive, indispensable and easily available on Amazon. You can stick them in any soft soldering surface, including those... more
Here is a tip for containing polishing dust from @aurasupplies ”I polish quite a bit and have a small shop, so I wanted to contain as much dust as possible and not invest in a new polishing cabinet. So I made an enclosure out of a heavy weight... more
Got a tiny crack in your metal and don’t want to thin it out by sanding? This tip from @socialjusticejewelry via @thejewelerssaw shows how they use a PUK III welder on a low setting to zap the crack, then gently sand it smooth 💥 The video shows a... more
