In this video, I demonstrate how easy it is to design and weld a long necklace with Herkimer diamonds in between sections of chain. I personally prefer asymmetry and the look of random beads (as well as simply use up chain ends!). However, you can also pre-cut sections of chain so that they are even. The easiest […]
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How to Make a Unique Watch Band Accessory – Unleash Your Creativity with Micro Welding Tutorial
19
Apr
Apr
In this video, I demonstrate different ways to bling up your watchband, using micro welding techniques. You can do this for all sorts of other things such as, pet collars, belts, bikini straps, purse straps and dress or tank top straps. I demonstrate a number of techniques in the latter half of the video, Including: Click here to watch […]
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How to Micro Weld a Trinity Ring – Unleash Your Creativity with Micro Welding
28
Mar
Mar
In this video, I demonstrate how to easily make a trinity rolling ring (a ring that has three rings intertwined, which roll as you take it on and off) using 18 gauge (1.2mm thick) 925 silver wire and welding it with the Orion mPulse 30 micro welder. I made the same ring years ago, using […]
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Welding Pearl Drop Stud Earrings – Unleash Your Creativity with Micro Welding
19
Mar
Mar
In this video, I demonstrate how to make a pair of pearl drop stud earrings with a hand stamped initial for my daughter, using arc pulse micro welding. I first hand stamped the initial on a quality tag. These tags are generally used for the ends of bracelets or necklaces, but sometimes designers use them for charms. I […]
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How to Weld Onto Yourself Without Assistance – Permanent Jewelry Micro Welding Tutorial
08
Mar
Mar
As you can see in this video, I have many permanent jewelry bracelets on my wrist (they are addictive), some of which have been welded on me by people I’ve taught to weld, but most of them I welded by myself as part of filming. It is a wonderful idea to model chains yourself because […]
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How to Weld Charms and Drops onto Rings or Bangles – Unleash your Creativity with Micro Welding
26
Feb
Feb
In this video, I demonstrate how to weld drops onto any existing piece of jewelry, such as rings, and permanent bracelets or bangles, without having to cut your existing piece of jewelry. By using thin wire that can go through the hole of the bead twice, you can add a bead charm very easily by […]
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How to Weld A Magnetic Clasp Bracelet – Step By Step Jewelry Tutorial
20
Feb
Feb
In this tutorial, I demonstrate how to measure, cut and weld a magnetic bracelet. Magnetic clasp bracelets are a perfect alternative to traditional clasp bracelets, which many find difficult to close without the help of another person. However, many of the magnet clasps on the market have not been strong enough and people have reported […]
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How to Weld a Turquoise Bar Necklace – Unleash Your Creativity Episode 7
08
Jan
Jan
In this episode, I demonstrate fine wire welding technique and show how to make stone connecter bars, and connecter bar necklaces, using wire, beads and a ready-to-wear sterling silver chain. I am using the Orion mPulse 30 Micro welder, but any of the Sunstone micro welders, and welders that have low power setting capabilities, will […]
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Are Oval Jump Rings Better? Jump Ring Hack
17
Nov
Nov
In this video, I discuss the advantages and disadvantages of oval jump rings, especially with regard to welding chains. Oval jump rings are preferred when you are not welding, because the seam naturally ends in the middle, so there is reduced risk of the items the jumping connects pulling through the seam. However, if someone […]
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Unleash Your Creativity with Micro Welding Episode 2 – Baroque Pearl Pendant Necklace
18
Oct
Oct
In this video, I shared the technique of making a pendant by welding wire with a baroque pearl (and any bead), using a micro welder. This method works for any pulse arc micro welder that can weld between 5 W to 10 W power. In this video, I am using the Zapp, but it works […]