In this video tutorial, I will guide you through the process of wire wrapping beaded connectors with precision and efficiency. Perfect for creating stunning, neat, and tidy wraps, this technique is ideal for fine chains and premium materials such as solid gold. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced jewelry maker looking to refine your […]
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In this video, we discuss everything you need to know about enamel chains – from their popularity, to how they are made, how they wear as permanent jewelry, and I will test their durability against stones and pearls. Enamel jewelry has been a beloved art form for centuries, admired for its vibrant colors and remarkable durability. Today, […]
In this video, I will demonstrate a design tip that can add versatility to any traditional short necklace, whether it is beaded or a chain necklace. This is an especially useful when you sell jewelry and may have old inventory, or need to customize for someone who is taller, larger or older (and don’t like short […]
Welcome to Episode 14 of our micro welding series! Today, we’ll unleash your creativity with a micro welder to craft a stunning stamped initial signet ring from wire, perfectly sized for a size 7 finger. Follow along as I walk you through each step of the process, from measuring and cutting the wire to finishing […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]