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
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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 […]
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May
The soldered ring tends to be the unsung hero of the jewellery component world. There are a lot of reasons that they’re easy to overlook; they…