Disc cutters are innovative tools in the world of jewelry making. They bring precision and efficiency to your bench, allowing you to easily create clean, consistent pieces. No matter your experience level, a disc cutter is a tool that can improve your craftsmanship and fuel your creativity. What is a Disc Cutter? A disc cutter … Continue reading An Inside Look at Disc Cutters in Jewelry Making
This article is a guest post from a valued Seattle Findings customer. When I was first getting my studio put together I knew that a rolling mill was a must have for my design style. I was planning to pattern sheet and wire, reduce metal thicknesses, roll wire, and create graduated wire. Having my own … Continue reading Getting Ready to Roll
Solder comes in a few different forms. Wire, sheet, and pallions (pre-cut squares) are the ones everyone knows about. However, paste seems to be the one everyone has questions about. In this post I’ll clarify what solder paste is, what the advantages are, and how to use it. What Is Solder Paste? Solder paste is … Continue reading Soldering Paste
There are many different types of soldering boards, blocks, and surfaces. How do you know which one to start out with, and which one to use for each soldering task? Each type has its own purpose and function while soldering. There are two main categories of soldering board: ones that reflect heat back into your … Continue reading Different Types of Soldering Boards
This is a guest post from a valued member of the Seattle Findings family. Hammers are not a commonly reviewed item - which I really don't understand. Like most metal workers I am a hammer junkie and have a collection of them. I recently added our new goldsmith hammer to my arsenal and it has … Continue reading Goldsmith Hammer Review: You Need One!
Jewelry pliers come in a great variety of shapes and sizes. Each set of pliers has been designed to accomplish a different job. Chain Nose, Flat Nose, Round Nose, Bent nose . . . what's the difference anyway? Well first the basics, there are four main types of pliers, each designed for specific tasks. Chain … Continue reading Jewelry Pliers: What’s the Difference Anyway?
For many, school is starting, which means that Fall is almost upon us! I've always felt that each school year brings new beginnings and new goals to strive for. Starting this Fall, strive to be greener! One of the most enjoyable ways to start this Earth-loving habit is to practice Upcycling! What IS Upcycling you … Continue reading Upcycle Your Life
What is your favorite metal to work in and why? When I can get my hands on it, high karat gold, it is just beautiful. I spend a lot of time testing metal clay. And I work a lot with ingots, hammering and rolling them down. About 10 years ago, when I started working with … Continue reading More than Metal: Interview with Tim McCreight (Part II)
So you’ve decided to invest in some jewelry making tools. Hooray! A world of creativity is opening to you. But how do you take care of your tools to keep them in good condition for years to come? One easy way to help maintain your tools is to use the right tool for the job. … Continue reading Caring For Your Tools
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