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@lonnmar 2 күн бұрын
Thank you I did! Just starting out and all of your knowledge is great!
@barbaramcgrath9145 3 күн бұрын
This is great but it would be super helpful to have close-ups of the pieces as you demonstrate them.
@stonesandfindings 3 күн бұрын
thanks for the suggestion - I think it is a good idea. I should spend the time to show much closer views.
@rantiaravi7576 5 күн бұрын
i love you thank you for existing
@stonesandfindings 5 күн бұрын
LOL - one of the best comments I've ever received!!! THank you.
@Shannon_710 6 күн бұрын
So the heat from the welder doesn’t disrupt or effect the Pearl even when it gets black like that? Is this true for all stones you might be welding near? Also, very pretty earrings!
@stonesandfindings 5 күн бұрын
The smoke/soot is burnt oxygen and oils from the fingers or dust on the item. You can minimize (although not completely avoid) this by using argon gas. So far, I have not experienced any changes in any of the stones I've used - and I've weld against many stones and glass. I've not yet tried plastic, resin or amber (which is a type of resin, I guess). Plastics theoretically should be much more heat sensitive. I've even weld opal, which is very fragile and I've had no effect on the stone.
@Shannon_710 4 күн бұрын
@@stonesandfindingswow that is so cool! Thank you & I can’t wait to order mine soon!
@kennithbhatti8284 6 күн бұрын
I want to buy your product
@stonesandfindings 6 күн бұрын
Thank you in advance! Our website is very detailed and, as you see in the video, we are online only, but we have kerbside pick up.
@staceymarmolejo3838 7 күн бұрын
Thank you for making this. As someone who uses turquoise, magnasite, and howlite in my jewelry making, I hate it when others pass off other stones as turquoise.
@stonesandfindings 6 күн бұрын
I hear you! It is so frustrating to see.
@lg8213 7 күн бұрын
I started this business and am having a horrible time finding events to actually be in. It’s so bad at least where I live in the Bay Area. There’s nothing at this point that I can go to. I will try to reach out to businesses to do pop ups but as far as fairs, they’re impossible
@stonesandfindings 7 күн бұрын
Absolutely, you should create your own opportunities for pop-ups. Even boutique coffee shops! Do weekend events - buy 10 to 20 coupons for coffee and give them out free with each welded bracelet. Make sure everyone wins, including the host business. It makes their day more fun and draw people in. Good luck!
@Pavi1108 7 күн бұрын
Can i use this for brass metals pendants
@stonesandfindings 7 күн бұрын
Yes, I have used this on brass as well as gold plated brass and copper.
@cjadams7434 7 күн бұрын
Be careful with some brass.. can give off toxic gases if you use your own fiber laser …. very pretty fittings!
@stonesandfindings 7 күн бұрын
Thanks for this note. All laser cutting will produce gas and dust - laser should come with a vacuum to filter out dust particles and smoke. The place should be well ventilated, regardless of metal/material one is trying to cut.
@CJ-st7uv 11 күн бұрын
I find it works better if you don’t dissolve the baking soda. Place item directly into the soda and pour boiling water over.
@stonesandfindings 10 күн бұрын
Thank you for this note. We should try it. Hey viewers: has anyone else tried this and agree?
@cjbird7121 17 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing this in such a clear, straightforward manor. It’s been very helpful!
@stonesandfindings 17 күн бұрын
I’m glad you found it helpful! Thank you for watching and for this encouraging note.
@carolinev594 18 күн бұрын
Can you show knots on 4 and 6 mm beads. thanks
@stonesandfindings 18 күн бұрын
knots would be the same. FOr the 4mm beads, the hole is too small for the knot to slip back into of the of the beads. So, you would have to use a crimp cover, or focal bead with larger hole, if you want to hide it. A lot of people just leave it exposed, though. It doesn't matter too much.
@myrnaroman9611 18 күн бұрын
The welder machine is expensive?
@stonesandfindings 18 күн бұрын
No, it is not expensive considering that it is made in the USA and is the only one with CSA approval for safety so you can get insurance if you are using it for permanent jewelry on people. Here is a list of different models and their functions and options: stonesandfindings.com/free-resources-page-pj-jewelry-making-information/micro-welder-comparison-chart/
@coffeetalkwithlynn 19 күн бұрын
Thank you for the great tutorial. I want to get one of the zappers for welding. You make it look easy!
@stonesandfindings 18 күн бұрын
That's because it is super easy with the zapper. If you don't have a zapper, you can still use a ball pin and wire wrap. It's trickier to get it tight, and you see the wrapping (but that's also the beauty of wrapping). here's a comparison chart with different models of the micro welders I've been using, if you are curious: stonesandfindings.com/free-resources-page-pj-jewelry-making-information/micro-welder-comparison-chart/
@danyellrinearson5231 19 күн бұрын
Are there any in-person classes? I would really like some hands on training.
@stonesandfindings 18 күн бұрын
Yes, there are and we offer some. It depends on where you are located. You should start by searching. ALso, I had the Custom Jewelry Expo in November, where I offered free training on a first-register-first-service basis. People loved it. There's beginner and advanced sessions. That was in Toronto.
@clarahopkins6782 19 күн бұрын
Just what I needed
@stonesandfindings 18 күн бұрын
This is awesome to read. Glad I can help
@greenglobalpros 19 күн бұрын
Great demonstration. Thank you. Wish you would include Weldbond in your experiment. Always looking for strong and non-toxic options.
@stonesandfindings 19 күн бұрын
Good to know - I might try that out. Thanks for the tip.
@adrienehamilton6679 20 күн бұрын
Can’t wait to make these!
@stonesandfindings 20 күн бұрын
They're great and soooo easy. Let me know how you make out.
@helengittus665 24 күн бұрын
Hi, does the heat from the welder not damage the gemstones at all? Are there any stones that you can't weld with?
@stonesandfindings 21 күн бұрын
The heat is unlike that of a flame and is highly focused. I have weld on many different gemstones and have not had any problems and have not noticed any changes in any of them. Recently I even weld a resin piece and it didn't damage/melt or change the resin at all. I can't tell you if there is something out there that would be damaged because I have not exhausted all stones, but so far, the hundred or so I've tried, it has not damaged the stone/pearl/crystal.
@alexandracooper6057 24 күн бұрын
The Bahamas
@stonesandfindings 21 күн бұрын
I honeymooned in the Bahamas. I love it there!!! Then our family sailed through the islands and I love Staniel Cay. Paradise island, of course. Permanent jewelry is perfect for tourism as well.
@sumathyraja7663 25 күн бұрын
Hi, Can you tell me how to detach the welded jump ring from earring?
@stonesandfindings 21 күн бұрын
I would cut it off using flush cutters at the weld. You then trim the other surface by flipping the cutters. THen you have flat ends on both sides and can re-weld.
@lmullen9478 26 күн бұрын
The camera angle is bad...can't see what you're doing?
@stonesandfindings 21 күн бұрын
Sorry about that - I was trying to get a good angle but it was a bit tricky! Let me know if you have any questions though.
@adrienehamilton6679 27 күн бұрын
Another well executed and perfectly explained tutorial!
@stonesandfindings 21 күн бұрын
Thanks! I really enjoy putting these together. Your note made my morning :)
@adrienehamilton6679 27 күн бұрын
Thank you 🙏 Your tutorials are brilliant!
@stonesandfindings 21 күн бұрын
I am glad you are enjoying the tutorials! Thank you for watching.
@zurypr1924 28 күн бұрын
I'm saving this video for later. I will need it in order to glue an amber rock to a gold cone. It was my mom's necklace for years and all it need is a bit of love
@stonesandfindings 21 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing this note and lovely story of your mom's necklace. I love this.
@annjessup1670 Ай бұрын
Great hack! Can’t wait to try it!
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Glad you like it. It takes a bit getting used to because most smart phone /tablet screens reduce a bit of depth perception.
@annjessup1670 Ай бұрын
Quick question. If you use Argon will you still get the little divot in the metal as when you don’t? I’m actually referencing the bangle video you made earlier. I’m a silversmith and am fairly comfortable soldering but would like to be able to closed fine jump rings in fiddly places as well as tack some bits for eventual soldering. Would one of these welders do the trick? Thank you for all your videos and expertise.
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
If you use argon, and still get the little divot, then it means your power is too high. Once you reduce the power, it doesn't "melt" or "flat top" as much. The argon helps cool the metal quickly, so if it is divotting then it is too high. You can tweak the power until it is smooth but secure. Yes, I am a silversmith and can use flame and flux soldering, but for jump rings and chain links, arc pulse micro welding is amazing! Nothing compares and it has HUGE advantage over flame soldering.
@annjessup1670 Ай бұрын
@ thank you so much!
@territurcott7248 Ай бұрын
Thank you so very much for this experiment!
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
You're very welcome! I had fun doing it :)
@thatgirl9031 Ай бұрын
Thank you !!!
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@brieocea Ай бұрын
thank you! love the eraser trick.
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
You're welcome. Actually, since filming that, i have found that the fibreglass brush is better and easier.
@brieocea Ай бұрын
very helpfil :)
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Glad to hear that! Thank for your note!!
@VacatedPark Ай бұрын
Omg I was losing my mind! This made it so much easier tysm!
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
I am glad to read one of my videos might be mind-saving. Heroes don't always wear a cape, LOL!!!!!!!!
@emilienerl1892 Ай бұрын
Yes I totally would!
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Great to read this! Go for it!!!
@bbexy Ай бұрын
Thank you so much. I need to repair one of my pearl earring studs. I'll use the epoxy. This has been so helpful!
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
So happy to read you found this video helpful!!
@dude...are-you-sure Ай бұрын
When there are veins is the weak point. Then wouldnt a stone with less veins be more desirable because it would be stronger and less prone to breaking?
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
The veins are a beautiful part of the stone though.
@kristymelgoza6380 Ай бұрын
I think those first chains are plated "steel" not stainless steel. Pretty sure stainless isn't magnetic.
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Steel is a ferrous metal (it has iron in it). Stainless has nickel in it. Both are magnetic. You will find utensils to be made with stainless steel. Take a magnet to it and you'll find out for sure.
@michellesacchinelli5196 Ай бұрын
Hello, do you have liability insurance? If so through what company?
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
I have liability insurance; it is Intact Insurance and I work through a broker. Intact is both in USA and Canada
@yoshikotaniguchi1368 Ай бұрын
Really appreciate experimental videos like this. I’m curious to know your take on pros and cons of each material! Thank you : )
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Solid gold is better than Gold filled (welding leaves a spot of black where the core is exposed from the welding process) Gold filled is better than gold plated which will tarnish and is not suggested for permanent jewelry. Here are free Product Knowledge posts that give you a break down of definition and manufacturing process, and pros and cons of each: stonesandfindings.com/free-resources-page-pj-jewelry-making-information/
@dianabostany914 Ай бұрын
Beautiful! You made these in solid 10K Gold? If so, what would you sell them for?
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
If I made these in Solid 10K, I would sell them for $200+ It is the time and component cost. For wholesale component costs you can register and account to see wholesale prices of 10K chains and wire. stonesandfindings.com/my-account/
@SashasRevenge Ай бұрын
I really liked your technique and personality, I joined! I’ve never seen jump rings that small before. I wish I could have seen your welder.
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Thank you so much! The welder I used in the video was Orion mPulse by Sunstone. You can do the same thing with the Zapp, Zapp Plus, Orion PJ welders. All of them can have power low enough to weld that with precision.
@hannaht8642 Ай бұрын
Ty!!! HOURS trying to figure it out hahaa
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
LOL- So glad you found that useful. I also spend hours figuring things out - it's so much fun doing the puzzles tho
@susancampbell5247 Ай бұрын
So glad I watched this. Thanks for sharing!
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching
@teresaschoch344 Ай бұрын
Thank you! That was excellent.
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching
@nicolethenightowl5888 Ай бұрын
Love the idea of making your own charms! So clever!!
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Yes and it is very easy!
@BeaBelfastVideos Ай бұрын
Thank you for this tutorial. I have purchased a dainty, handmade beaded necklace on Etsy. The beads are 1.2 to 2mm. Would the artist have used this technique, you reckon? In my mind I can't imagine how minuscule loops are made by hand. Way smaller than the ones shown here. And so even and perfect! Do machines that create 1mm loops exist?
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Machines can create 1mm loops, but welding them closed is difficult. You would be surprised at how small and perfectly wrapped you can make them by hand - with lots of practice of course. Most dainty wire wrapped looking pieces are actually made by hand - usually in India and Thailand.
@AmberVanDenBerg-k8u Ай бұрын
Thank you so kindly for your vast knowledge and depth of your videos!! You have n idea how much you've helped. It's incredibly kind to help so many that need it!
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
You are so welcome! Your comment has made my morning - I believe knowledge sharing is how we all advance as a community. Thank you for watching.
@deenanguyen4801 Ай бұрын
Hi Dana! Would you recommend using a strong magnet from Amazon to test gold, sterling silver etc? I know you made a video on acid testing but I’m wondering how well a magnet would be , especially for on the go! Thank you!
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Hi Deena - you don't need a very special magnet. Save yourself the trouble. Just get a fridge magnet. If it is strong enough to lift a paperclip or nail easily, it will suffice.
@adelatardif2676 Ай бұрын
Thank you for a great video. I am tending towards not purchasing the argon to start off however all the examples and videos show silver/gold filled jewelry. What about stainless steel? Still ok to solder without argon? Thank you very much for your answer!
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
The same goes for stainless steel. It is not the metal that makes the difference, rather it is the thickness. Industrial welding for bicycles or I-beams MUST have argon for the strength and integrity. However, for permanent jewelry sized jump rings, it is so small that you don't notice the difference by much. When I weld bangles and stud posts (20 ga and thicker), I do notice the difference in the smoothness (less pitting and smoother because it cools faster.
@adelatardif2676 Ай бұрын
@ ok thank you very much for your answer. Adela
@denisewilliams2355 Ай бұрын
Thank you. Very motivating. I just purchased my equipment. This video has really helped me! I am in Fresno Ca
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! It is truly the way of the future. Great luck with your business, Denise!
@SilentiNme888 Ай бұрын
Oh I love this! In Missouri and about to launch my pj business.
@stonesandfindings Ай бұрын
Yay! So glad you enjoy this. There are so many things you can do. Hello back from Toronto.