Author Archives: Nancy LT Hamilton

How to Make a Ring

  In this video we are going to make a Polymer Clay “doughnut” ring with an open shank.  There are three videos in this project and we cover the following subjects: 1. Building a ring shank – how to size … Continue reading

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How to make Tube Rivets

In this video I show you how to create Tube rivets.

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How to make Flush or Invisible Rivets

How to make flush or invisible rivets.

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How to make Decorative (or fancy) Rivets

Fancy Rivets – In this video I discuss how to create different types of rivet heads. One omission: I forgot to mention – to clean up round rivets after they get smashed by riveting the back side – use a cup bur, … Continue reading

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Basic Riveting 101

In this jewelry tutorial I will show you how to do basic riveting for jewelry. Here’s the link to the Drill Bit Chart. Note: We’ve uploaded the videos up to 720p resolution so watch the highest quality that your internet … Continue reading

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Jewelry Tip: How to Sand

In this jewelry tutorial I will show you how to sand your jewelry using two methods; by hand and with a sanding disk attached to a flex shaft. View Part 1 Here View Part 2 Here Note: We’ve uploaded the … Continue reading

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Jewelry Tip: How To Saw

In this jewelry tutorial I will show you some simple sawing tips. View Part 1 here View Part 2 here Note: We’ve uploaded the videos up to 720p resolution so watch the highest quality that your internet connection will allow … Continue reading

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Jewelry Tutorial #1: How to make a hook and eye clasp

In this jewelry tutorial I will show you how to make a hook and eye clasp for your jewelry. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below. Thanks for watching!

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Jewelry Tip #14: Using Household Ingredients in Jewelry

In this “Tip of the Day” I will show you how to use common household ingredients in your jewelry. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below. Thanks for watching!

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Jewelry Tip #13: All About Solder

In this “Tip of the Day” I will show you all about how to use solder in your jewelry. If you have any questions, let me know in the comments below. Thanks for watching!

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