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Ask the Experts Bead Reamer Q&A

Ask the Experts Bead Reamer Q&A

Q: I was given a battery operated bead reamer as a gift, but am hesitant to try it. I was watching your bead reamer video and didn't even see a powered version mentioned as an option. It seems to me the hand versions offer more control. Do you have any recommendations?

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Ask the Experts Shells Q&A

Ask the Experts Shells Q&A

Q: I have collected lots of abalone shells. What is the best way to drill holes in the shells, shine, polish, etc., to make jewelry?

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Ask the Experts Jump Rings Q&A

Ask the Experts Jump Rings Q&A

Q: I've seen Chainmaille sites online and thought, "Wow, that looks cool! I want to make it!" How can I cut the wire to make jump rings, without it flattening the end of the cut part? I know I can buy machine made jumprings that are perfectly shaped and cut, but I want to make my own, so I can fabricate the entire piece. I've been using regular wire cutters, and am looking for a cutter that won't flatten the jumpring ends. Thanks

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How to Make a Sterling Silver Pendant Setting

How to Make a Sterling Silver Pendant Setting

Create a custom cabochon setting using these step-by-step instructions. This project tutorial explores bench jeweler metal fabrication techniques such as sawing, soldering, filing and polishing.

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How to Add Color to Vitrium® Clay

How to Add Color to Vitrium® Clay

Vitrium® clay—an air-dry resin clay—comes in transparent white or opaque white. Add color to either type using these two simple steps.

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Ask the Experts Pliers Q&A

Ask the Experts Pliers Q&A

Q: Please tell me the difference between "lap joint" and "box joint" pliers?

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How to Use the Hot-Fix Heater™ Tool

How to Use the Hot-Fix Heater™ Tool

The Hot-Fix Heater™ rhinestone applicator streamlines the process of applying rhinestuds. Let these clear and concise instructions be your guide.

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How to Create a Loop-in-Loop Chain

How to Create a Loop-in-Loop Chain

Craft delicate, intricate and exhilarating chain designs. These user-friendly instructions will guide you in creating your own custom links.

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Using TierraCast® BeadAligners™ with Large-Hole Beads

Using TierraCast® BeadAligners™ with Large-Hole Beads

Discover how to use TierraCast™ Bead Aligners™—with or without Mini Bead Huggers™—to create secure, stunning designs by following these simple instructions.

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Three Techniques for Fusing Glass Frit

Three Techniques for Fusing Glass Frit

Glass frit can be fused into glasswork shapes for jewelry, décor, gift items and more. This tutorial offers glass fusing tips and techniques.

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Setting Up a Safe Torch Firing Area

Setting Up a Safe Torch Firing Area

Ensure your success and prioritize safety when firing enamel with a torch by following these comprehensive instructions. Craft stunning enamel jewelry with confidence and precision.

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Dry Sifted Enamel Techniques

Dry Sifted Enamel Techniques

Explore the art of dry sifting enamel. Learn how wet paper stenciling and sgraffito can create stunning, intricate designs with professional results.

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How to Use an Alundum Stone

How to Use an Alundum Stone

Smooth out the rough edges in your enamel designs with an alundum stone. Discover how with these straightforward instructions.

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Dry Sifting Enamel

Dry Sifting Enamel

Explore the art of dry sifting enamel. Learn how wet paper stenciling and sgraffito can create stunning, intricate designs with professional results.

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How to Use a Sal Ammoniac Block to Maintain Your Soldering Iron

How to Use a Sal Ammoniac Block to Maintain Your Soldering Iron

Discover the proper technique for maintaining your soldering iron with a sal ammoniac block.

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How to Use Slide Tube Clasps

How to Use Slide Tube Clasps

Seeking a way to unite your cords without forcing them to tie the knot? Join them in peaceful harmony with slide tube clasps and these easy instructions.

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Annealing Metal

Annealing Metal

With these instructions, you will master the art of annealing, a process that softens metal, allowing you to shape it according to your creative vision.

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How to Use Loop Lock™ Flat Round Findings

How to Use Loop Lock™ Flat Round Findings

Loop Lock™ findings are ideal for connecting links, loops and lengths of chain with a secure "locking" closure. See how to use these findings in this illustrated tutorial.

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Torch Enameling by Dipping Into the Enamel

Torch Enameling by Dipping Into the Enamel

Learn how to quickly create enameled jewelry components by dipping heated metal into enamel. Follow these simple steps for vibrant, colorful designs.

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How to Use the Artistic Wire® CONETASTIC™ Mandrel

How to Use the Artistic Wire® CONETASTIC™ Mandrel

Follow these instructions for the Artistic Wire® CONETASTIC™ tool to create custom coiled wire cones. Developed by metalsmith Sandra Lupo, this tool set includes three sizes of cones mandrels.

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Tinning Copper Foil

Tinning Copper Foil

Learn this "stained glass" technique that adds a silver rim to the edge of your glass, and is often referred to as tinning.

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How to Use the Artistic Wire® Professional Deluxe Coiling Gizmo®

How to Use the Artistic Wire® Professional Deluxe Coiling Gizmo®

Use the Artistic Wire® Professional Deluxe Coiling Gizmo® to create tight wire coils and form them into coiled shapes. This photo-illustrated tutorial shows each step.

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How to Use the Artistic Wire® Wire Straightener

How to Use the Artistic Wire® Wire Straightener

Crooked wire got you all bent out of shape? Let the Artistic Wire® Straightener Tool smooth things out. Here’s how!

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How to Use the Artistic Wire® Wire Knitter

How to Use the Artistic Wire® Wire Knitter

Experience the delicate allure of knitted wire, as light as a feather yet intricately captivating. Learn how to use the Artistic Wire® Wire Knitter with these simple instructions and enmesh yourself in a whole new world of jewelry design.

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Art Clay® Silver - Paste Type

Art Clay® Silver - Paste Type

Learn the steps for using Art Clay® Silver Paste for safely filling molds, embellishing porcelain and glass, connecting clay pieces and attaching silver wire.

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Hole Punch Pliers

Hole Punch Pliers

Tutorial shows how to punch holes in flat pieces of aluminum, brass, copper, plastic and more with this lightweight, one-handed tool. No electricity required!

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How to Use Artistic Wire® Kumihimo Weights

How to Use Artistic Wire® Kumihimo Weights

Perfect your wire jewelry crafting with the easy-to-use Artistic Wire® Kumihimo Weights, an indispensable tool for creating flawless pieces. Discover how these weights can enhance your jewelry-making skills and streamline your designs.

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Artistic Wire® Oval Ear Wire Jig

Artistic Wire® Oval Ear Wire Jig

The Artistic Wire® Oval Ear Wire Jig enables you to fashion smooth curves and consistent shapes for flawless results. Master the art of wire shaping and watch your earring designs take flight.

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Artistic Wire® Round Ear Wire Jig

Artistic Wire® Round Ear Wire Jig

Craft consistently flawless ear wires with the Artistic Wire® Round Ear Wire Jig, guided by these straightforward instructions for precision and ease. Perfect your jewelry creations with every graceful curve, ensuring a professional touch to your designs.

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How to Use the Artistic Wire® Open Ear Wire Jig

How to Use the Artistic Wire® Open Ear Wire Jig

The Artistic Wire® Open Ear Wire Jig will help you create delicately perfect earrings. With these easy-to- follow instructions, you will begin crafting flawless earwires in no time.

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Artistic Wire® Hook and Eye Clasp Jig

Artistic Wire® Hook and Eye Clasp Jig

Craft your custom hook-and-eye clasps effortlessly using the Artistic Wire® Hook and Eye Clasp Jig. Take control of wire with ease by following this step-by-step tutorial.

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Ask the Experts Attaching Beads to Leather Q&A

Ask the Experts Attaching Beads to Leather Q&A

Q: How do I attach beads or crystals to leather ~ as in a leather cross or even a halter for a horse?

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How to Use the Artistic Wire® Connector 1:5 Jig

How to Use the Artistic Wire® Connector 1:5 Jig

Add depth and complexity to your jewelry designs with custom connectors. The step-by-step instructions for using the Artistic Wire® Connector 1:5 Jig will walk you through the process of shaping wire into two distinct patterns.

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Artistic Wire® Connector Diamond Jig

Artistic Wire® Connector Diamond Jig

Create perfectly balanced and symmetrical jewelry connectors with the Artistic Wire® Connector Diamond Jig. Follow these step-by-step instructions and let your creativity get wired.

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Artistic Wire® Round Connector Jig

Artistic Wire® Round Connector Jig

Infuse your jewelry designs with graceful curves and an airy touch by fashioning custom connectors using the Artistic Wire® Round Connector Jig. These clear and concise instructions will make the creation process a breeze!

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Artistic Wire® Teardrop Connector Jig

Artistic Wire® Teardrop Connector Jig

Sculpt your designs into delicate teardrops with the Artistic Wire® Teardrop Connector Jig. Let these user-friendly instructions guide you in effortlessly crafting your own custom jewelry connectors.

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Ask the Experts Rotary Grinding Tool Q&A

Ask the Experts Rotary Grinding Tool Q&A

Q: What do I use to drill a hole in a cabochon? I can't find anything to go through.

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Ask the Experts Disinfecting Jewelry Q&A

Ask the Experts Disinfecting Jewelry Q&A

Q: Is there a way to disinfect jewelry when we are selling at our community market that won't damage stones or wire? Customers like to try on pieces to see how they fit, but if they don't buy them, the necklaces/rings/bracelets need to be disinfected before someone else tries them on? How??

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Ask the Experts Attaching Clasps to Bulk Chain Q&A

Ask the Experts Attaching Clasps to Bulk Chain Q&A

Q: What findings are used for attaching clasps to sterling silver or gold-filled chain sold by the yard? What is the best technique for it?

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Ask the Experts Jewelry Displays Q&A

Ask the Experts Jewelry Displays Q&A

Q: I was wondering if you could help me. I want to start selling my jewelry at craft shows but I have no idea what displays to use and how many to order. Do you have any advice for me? I don't even know where to start. Thank you!

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Ask the Experts Disposing of Liver of Sulfur Q&A

Ask the Experts Disposing of Liver of Sulfur Q&A

Q: After you have used a liver of sulfur bath for a fired metal clay piece, how do you dispose of the liver of sulfur? Thanks for your help.

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Ask the Experts Wire Cutting Pliers Q&A

Ask the Experts Wire Cutting Pliers Q&A

Q: Hi, Wire Cutters—Can you explain the difference between end cutter and flush cutter? Which cutter should I use to cut memory wire? Thank You.

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Ask the Experts Metal Stamping Q&A

Ask the Experts Metal Stamping Q&A

Q: I just started metal stamping and am having some difficulties ... the stamps don't seem to be going through well enough to leave a good impression. If I hit it harder, though, it is bending the metal. Is the problem with the stamping blanks I am using, or are they all about the same?

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Screw-Tite Crimps™

Screw-Tite Crimps™

A type of crimp finding featuring a screw inside the barrel that securely holds beading wire when tightened, for easy adjustability.

Quick And Easy Earrings For Holiday Bazaars!

Quick And Easy Earrings For Holiday Bazaars!

Generate extra income this holiday season with these straightforward Christmas projects crafted for selling at holiday bazaars.

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Ask the Experts Jewelry Torch Recommendations Q&A

Ask the Experts Jewelry Torch Recommendations Q&A

Q: I want to do professional jewelry making. I have a micro torch but my pieces are bigger and usually are 10 gauge sterling silver. Can you recommend a torch?

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Ask the Experts Drill Bits Q&A

Ask the Experts Drill Bits Q&A

Q: Can you please tell me what type of drill along with drill bits I will have to purchase to drill through the stones like quartz crystal? I currently use a water pump lapidary tool by Gunther but the drill bits are too expensive and they don’t last. I’m looking for another alternative.

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How to Use the Versa-Loom™

How to Use the Versa-Loom™

Craft beaded bracelets and other pieces with precision using the Versa-Loom™ bead weaver. Set up and use this tool with these comprehensive instructions.

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