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1. Jewelry Natural Multicolor Gemstones Bracelet Sterling Silver Jewelry Designer Bracelet Handmade Jewelry Simple Bracelet Silver Jewelry
- Easy way to increase accuracy
- Accurately measures the length your hand loads should be
- Minimizes "bullet jump"
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2. The Complete Metalsmith: An Illustrated Handbook
- Tim McCreight, The Complete Metalsmith: An Illustrated Handbook, Revised Edition, spiral-bound
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3. Jewelry: Concepts And Technology
- Jewelry
- Jewelry design
- Jewelry techniques
- Jewelry-making
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4. DIY Guide to Beautiful Wire and Beaded Jewelry Making for Beginners: The Simple Step-by-Step Handbook for Starting Jewelry Crafts at Home
5. VIVOSUN 4 Inch 195 CFM Inline Duct Ventilation Fan Vent Blower for Grow Tent
- Powerful Airflow: This VIVOSUN powerful blower with a fan speed of 2500 RPM can create an airflow of 195 CFM; It works efficiently in ventilating grow tents, transferring heat or cool rooms, circulating fresh air, as well as controlling proper humidity, temperature, and air quality for your grow area
- Quiet Operation: Fitted with a flow deflector that concentrates the fan stream and cuts turbulent kinetic energy to reduce sound output to just 30 dB, which does not have any harm to your health and will not disturb your work
- Safety Protection: The motor is ETL listed and features an automatic reset function to prevent overheating or other safety issues; The electrical junction box is made from flame-retardant components for fireproofing
- Simple Hookup: The flanges on both the intake and exhaust ends are simple to assemble with the vent hose by locking tabs; A cord of 5.9-feet long for hassle-free setup; The housing, even the impeller and blades, are easy to detach for cleaning and maintenance
- Wide Applications: It can improve airflow to reduce humidity, block odors, and lower temperatures in grow rooms, basements, or kitchens; Can be used with a variable speed controller (bought separately)
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6. Whirlpool 4396037RP 0-to-18 Inch Vent Periscope
Adjustable dryer vent (up to 18 inches)Includes a male snap-lock fitting and extra long draw-band collar for easy installationClosest to wall application is 2-1/2 inchesHelps safely save valuable space in your laundry roomPart No. 4396037RP
7. ProtectaClear 4 Oz. Clear, Protective Coating for Metal
Crystal Clear Protective Coating. Will not hide the natural beauty of polished metal.One part coating, no mixing, no waste. Thin, durable coating is practically invisible. Will never yellow or discolor.Protect plated metals, seal jewelry and stop skin discoloration. Preserve Patinas from discolorati...
8. The Complete Photo Guide to Jewelry Making: More than 700 Large Format Color Photos
- Powerful pepper grinder by Trudeau
- Carbon steel grinder stays sharp forever
- High output; 4 times more power than most grinders
- Easy to use; no effort required
- Lifetime warranty
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9. 20pcs 5mm Sterling Silver Split Jump Ring Split Connector (Wire ~ 0.7mm or 21 Gauge) for Charms Jewelry Craft Making SS276-5
- (20pcs) Great for connecting clasps, charms, links and other jewelry; No soldering is necessary because they work like key chain rings
- Material: solid 925 sterling silver, sterling silver is hypoallergenic and nickel free - good for sensitive skin ✦ All our sterling silver jewelry supplies is coated with a clear protective coating to help prevent silver from tarnishing
- Outside diameter: 5.0mm ( ~ 0.2 inch); Inner diameter: ~ 4.0mm( ~ 0.16 inch); wire gauge: ~ 0.7mm or 21 gauge - popular standard wire gauge, please make sure this wire gauge meets your need before placing an order. Thank you
- ✦ Safe jewelry and craft making component
- ✦ These Adabele’s Sterling Silver Products Come with a 925 Sterling Silver Authenticity and Quality Guarantee Certificate Issued by Adabele LLC, California, USA ✦ These Items are packaged into Adabele Trademarked bag
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10. Perfect Match: Earring Designs For Every Occasion
Used Book in Good Condition
11. Cement, 5 Lb
- Color: White, Off-White, Gray or Pigmented, Item - Concrete Mix: Expansion Cement, For Use With: Water
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12. Cousin Nylon Jaw Craft and Jewelry Pliers
These nylon jawed pliers have many uses and will not damage soft metal findings like sterlingComfort padded handles and durable double leaf spring constructionReduce the gauge of sterling wire by repeatedly drawing the wire through the jawsThey can also be used to straighten bent wires and pins! Sim...
13. Beadalon 201A-013 Slim Bent Chain Nose Pliers for Jewelry Making
Lengthened Stainless Steel handles allow for greater controlThinner tool width than standard tools for precision workCushion-comfort handlesProduct Height : 8.0 inches
14. 6-In-1 Bail-Making Pliers, Loop Sizes 2 – 9 Millimeters, Jewelry Making Supplies
HEAVY-DUTY: The 6-In-1 Bail-Making Pliers are designed to make bending and shaping wires easy.6 LOOP SIZES: This multi-tool can replace 6 separate plier tools by creating 2 mm – 9 mm loops.BAILING & BEADING TOOL: Bend, shape, and loop metal wire to create custom jewelry and accessories.SPRING-LOAD...
15. Blu - Strong and Precise High Resolution 3D Printing Resin by Siraya Tech (Blue)
- High Toughness - This 3D printer resin is a tough resin that is easy to use. It maintains a good balance between hardness and impact resistance, and is an ideal choice for making strong but flexible functional parts. Compared with other resins that are too brittle,this Siraya Tech Blu resin can withstand accidental drops from time to time without breaking easily. (While we recommend printing at temperature 25C or above, a heater is not required. Please refer to the user guide for more detail.)
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16. Cape Cod Polish Co Metal Polishing Cloths Foil Pouch 0.53oz, Stainless Steel
- Re-Closable foil pouch contains two individually wrapped 4" x 6" polishing cloths
- Exclusive anti-tarnish formula with a pleasant vanilla scent
- Unique pre-moistened cleaning cloths deliver an incredible shine that lasts
- Size: 4" x 6" ea
- Affordable wipes that will save you time
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17. Epoxy
This two-part xpoxy 330 water-clear glue line bonds with fast setting time.Used to bond gem materials to metal jewelry findings and takes a high polish for inlay.It can also be used for invisible bonding of glass china ceramics stone metals and other non-porous materials.Thickens in 15 minutes and h...
18. Heavy Duty Micro Blow Torch Flame Forte-Torch for Soldering- Plumbing- Big Refillable Butane Torch- Jewelry-Torch for Home and Kitchen-Adjustable Flame-Security Lock (Gray)
- ✔ PROFESSIONAL AND AMATEUR FRIENDLY This high quality lightweight and portable torch can give the results that a true professional and apprentice requires, but it’s so comfortable and easy to manage that an amateur user can handle it without a problem. Start becoming a true professional.
- ✔ HAND CRAFT ACTIVITIES. Soldering, plumbing, arts and craft, awesome dishes, starting coal, outdoors, camping, possibilities are endless once you start exploring! Be amazed by the heat and power that the torch puts out for your activities. It’s time to enjoy creating durable and strong pieces of masterwork and have a stunning time while doing it! .
- ✔ EASY AND COMFORTABLE TO USE-Want to make your activities awesome? Its smooth design makes the torch very comfortable to use, and with flame lock the user can have a continuous flame without needing to be holding the ignition button all the time, giving the user more control and worry free time, its handy design is made to help hard working shores become more easy, go ahead and test it by yourself and prepare to be impressed. The valve will help to adjust the flame to suit every task you need.
- ✔ SAFETY AND AWESOME FEATURES include: an extra-long nozzle for its powerful flame, adjustable temperature control, safety lock, flame lock, adjustable potency handle, removable stand and full tank can last up to 60 minutes!!! This torch can be your brand new toy(only for adults). All these amazing features concentrated in one powerful torch and the best thing, at the palm of your hand.
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Hello and welcome! Thank you so much for doing an intro - this sub is slowly but surely growing! :) You sound like you have a fun job!
I wish I had soldering skills - I remember being blown away at a craft vendor who had mad soldering and welding skills. She had these amazing rings and necklaces that had a steampunk theme with moveable gears taken out of watches. The detail was amazing.
I currently just ordered this book and wait for it to be delivered. Is there any other reading material you'd recommend? This is such a hands-on craft, it's tough to figure out what to look up and work on!
I'm going to give you a list of resources that have helped me the past couple years get into silversmithing. If you have any more specific questions, let me know!
The Complete Metalsmith by Tim McCreight has been the go to for a number of years. Tons of great information and instruction. - https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Metalsmith-Illustrated-Handbook/dp/0871922401
You'll be buying most of your tools and metals from Rio Grande - riogrande.com
Other websites that have tools/supplies - ottofrei.com contenti.com firemountaingems.com stuller.com
There are a ton of youtube channels out there about metalsmithing, but by far my favorite is Soham Harrison's. Tons of videos, easy to follow, does a good job explaining everything.
If you want damn near everything you'll need but a bench and don't mind spending some money up front, Rio Grande's Apprentice Kit is extremely comprehensive. Even if you don't want to order it all in one go, treat the parts list as a goal for what you'll eventually want: https://www.riogrande.com/Product/Jewelry-Apprentice-Tool-Kit/113963
If you want some kits that are much cheaper to get you started, these two will give you almost everything you need to start doing some simple projects. For some reason the soldering kit doesn't actually come with a butane torch, so order that separately: https://www.riogrande.com/Product/JewelersBasicHandToolKit/113906?gclid=CLatubW8gNECFUW4wAod37gC-A and https://www.riogrande.com/Product/Soldering-Kit-for-Butane-Torches/500179
Search around the internet for “split rings”, like another commenter said.
Amazon has some pretty good looking ones, like this. But definitely browse around for something you like.
You could probably also find some at a hobby shop. They’re also used in fishing around that size, but I can’t vouch for the quality.
Edit: it’s still very hard to make out a lot of detail. It almost looks like the fastening on the chain is where the charm is mounted.
The rings could also potentially be jump rings.
Make it how you like. You don’t need to make a carbon copy. You might end up with something even nicer.
The best protective coating for metal is a product called "ProtectaClear" (https://www.amazon.com/ProtectaClear-Clear-Protective-Coating-Metal/dp/B0186N6ZVK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1519139549&sr=8-1&keywords=PROTECTACLEAR) and it's 4 ounces for $24.95. It's extremely durable. The next best thing is probably "PYM II" (https://www.etsy.com/listing/489878343/pym-2-pym-ii-preserve-your-memories-2?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=PYM%20II&ref=sr_gallery-1-1) which is an aerosol, 12 ounces for $25.50. PYM II will protect practically anything and gets fabulous reviews from everybody.
Hi! My name is Paola, I design jewelry in sterling silver 950 and inlaid with natural and energetic stones. AZRIEL DESIGN is my design company in Peru, we work in a workshop in the city of Tacna. This is one of my designs. To publicize my work I joined AMAZON Handmade. You can see the details of this piece in the following link.
I hope you like it and thank you very much.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NW6PK9B?ref=myi_title_dp
This book has basic wire work instructions and lots of pictures for inspiration. I’ve had it for a long time and loaned it out to friends, always a hit.
Perfect Match: Earring Designs For Every Occasion
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1600610684/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_mO1MDb7R16QYP
Edit to add - for earring gems/beads check SmallLotGems on Etsy. She sells in small quantities perfect for earrings. Also FabulousRocks on Etsy.
> Rockite
Amazing, thanks, you mean this one? https://www.amazon.com/Rockite-Cement-5-Lb/dp/B000E29L8Q/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=Rockite&qid=1559060871&s=gateway&sr=8-3
thanks, looks like a great options in the US, but good lord its expensive in the UK, I'll have a look for an alternative here, really want white....
I do some wire wrapping. Take it from me. The best thing you can do is NOT Get crafting grade tools when looking for cutters etc. Go for the stuff like you would find at home Depot. Here's some of the stuff I've found useful and good quality.
Bail making pliers
Chain nose pliers
Nylon tip pliers
Most times you can get away with regular wire cutters, but I bought a set of mini pliers and flush cutters at home Depot which are great for stuff in tight quarters.
These should get you through most things except long coils.
Here are a few other tips. When casting small stuff like this you should use a pressure pot. What that does is, while the resin is curing, the pressure, say 4 bar or 60 psi, will squeeze air bubbles down so small that they can't be seen with the naked eye.
If you want to make a lot of these, like thousands, then a good way to make them is via spin casting.
By the way, why are you making these by casting? Do you have a resin printer? If so there are resins that are strong enough to work, like Siraya Tech's Blu. On the other hand, why can't you buy these premade somewhere?
Whoops - I purchased this guy yesterday to try it out: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0017H3PIO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
But if I end up liking it, I will get the full tin, as you say.
I guess what I've been doing when I polish is applying the polishing compound on the cloth disk, and giving up instantly as soon as I see that it is turning my pieces grey and cloudy. I'll give it a bit longer this time. Thanks for your reply! All the best.
a kit like this would get you started with the main items you need. You will also need brass/copper/sterling sheet metal and/or wire and a metal ring mandrel to make the forms.
You may decide to invest in an acetylene torch, if you do, double check with your states/home insurance rules about having that type of torch in your home. In my state, it voids a home insurance policy if a fire starts in a residential home due to a torch.
Once you move into bezel or prong setting, you may buy bezel wire or make it yourself, same goes for the prongs and prong settings. You will need jewelers files and a flex shat (or small hand-held rotary drill) to help with the polishing and various grits of sandpaper/polishing compounds to get the finish you desire.
This book is a great resource.
For rhinestones, your best bet is just to glue it down, unless you have experience in silversmithing. A two-part epoxy is the best way to go. I use Epoxy 330
https://www.amazon.com/Jewelry-Concepts-Technology-Oppi-Untracht/dp/0385041853
That’s the single most informative book I’ve had. Tim mccraight has a little beginner book that’s used a lot too, but it’s less in depth.
If you’re interested in a specific branch of jewelry (enameling? Casting? Stone setting?) there will be books for those too with more info, but Oppi is a good place to start.
I just wanted to share that this eBook is FREE on Amazon for the next 2 days (until august 28th): https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Beaded-Jewelry-Making-Beginners-ebook/dp/B07WVF7SBM/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3CKHY2GTSD5R7&keywords=amy+ray&qid=1566835806&s=books&sprefix=amy+ray%2Cstripbooks%2C170&sr=1-3
I use this one and am also a beginner :) Been very happy with it, as my last one was very under powered.
It's not that easy to do. Which may be why you don't see much information out there. I more or less adapted techniques for metal to metal inlay from Oppi Untrachts book, Jewelry Concepts and Technology.
This is the only attempt I've made and I would consider it moderately successful at best. It was a collaboration and the lapidary told me the stone was black jade. It was not. So it wasn't really hard enough but you can't quite see the cracks in the picture.
You need a high speed water cooled diamond stone carving tool to cut your desired pattern in the stone with a slight undercut at the edge of the pattern to retain the gold which should be high karat and very soft.
If you are only using butane torches and a pickle pot, you may be able to get away without one, but it is healthier if you use ventilation. You are going to inevitably burn oils and other contaminants and that should not be going into your lungs.
A 200 CFM, 4" duct fan can be used with a dryer hose and a 'vent periscope' box to make a permanent in-window vent system. Add some duct insulation and it won't bleed heat. The basic setup is about $60.
https://www.amazon.com/VIVOSUN-Inch-Inline-Ventilation-Blower/dp/B01M7S46YZ/
https://www.amazon.com/Whirlpool-4396037RP-Inch-Vent-Periscope/dp/B001AAEG6S/
My periscope box installed: https://imgur.com/MIJTJDY
My vent setup: https://imgur.com/tNHUJ8X
I'm using Acetylene, and that gives off soot, so I *need* a vent system. I will probably add a stove hood from the remodelling surplus store just for better smoke collection.
A neat little spiral book is The Complete Metalsmith by Tim McCreight It will not cover any of the wood details, but lots of neat tips on the metal working.