Monthly Archives: January 2010

Jewelry Tip #11: How to Anneal Silver Sheet

Posted on January 27, 2010 by Nancy LT Hamilton

In this “Tip of the Day” I will show you how to use a permanent marker and torch color to determine when silver is adequately annealed. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below. Thanks for … Continue reading →

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Jewelry Tip #10: Annealing Wire

Posted on January 26, 2010 by Nancy LT Hamilton

In this “Tip of the Day” I will show you how to anneal wire by making a “nest” and what to look for to know that it is annealed. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments … Continue reading →

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Jewelry Tip #9: Getting Ready to Solder

Posted on January 25, 2010 by Nancy LT Hamilton

In this “Tip of the Day” video I will show you how to ready your torch setup for soldering. I will also show you how to change the flint in a striker. Note: The “little woopies” are called flints! If … Continue reading →

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Jewelry Tip #8: Identify Wire Solder

Posted on January 21, 2010 by Nancy LT Hamilton

In this “Tip of the Day” I will share some tips for recognizing the different grades of solder. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below. Thanks for watching!

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Jewelry Tip #7: Organizing Paper in the Studio

Posted on January 20, 2010 by Nancy LT Hamilton

In this “Tip of the Day” I will show you some ways to organize paperwork and sandpaper in the studio. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below. Thanks for watching!

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Jewelry Tip #6: How to Make a Cone

Posted on January 19, 2010 by Nancy LT Hamilton

We discuss the process for making a pattern to transfer to metal. Cones are used to make bi-cone beads and mounts to set stone in. Note: I said in the video that the metal sheet was copper but it was … Continue reading →

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Jewelry Tip #5: Color Coding Saws

Posted on January 18, 2010 by Nancy LT Hamilton

Tips for color coding your saws and blades to easily identify blade size. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below. Thanks for watching!

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Jewelry Tip #4: Using Scrap Wood for Storage

Posted on January 7, 2010 by Nancy LT Hamilton

In this “Tip of the Day” I show you how scrap wood can help you to organize your studio. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below. Thanks for watching!

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Jewelry Tip #3: DIY Desk Storage

Posted on January 6, 2010 by Nancy LT Hamilton

In this “Tip of the Day” tutorial I will show you how to do some DIY (do it yourself) organization for your jewelry studio. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below. Thanks for watching!

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Jewelry Tip #2: Identifying Silver Wire

Posted on January 5, 2010 by Nancy LT Hamilton

In this “Tip of the Day” tutorial I will show you how to differentiate between sterling silver and fine silver using a torch. Please note: I meant to say tarnish instead of firescale. If you have any questions, let me … Continue reading →

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