Electroforming Copper Rings and Jewelry complete breakdown

[@idelmisaguiar5845]

very instructive, your tutorial was a great help and inspiration, thank you very much

[@triple_darkness]

You're a good communicator. You broke it down. This video was easy to follow. Thank you.

[@theyellyone9852]

I sped this up to 1.25 and it was easier to watch. Who needs to watch someone grind something for a whole minute?

[@candicecaston2180]

Thank you for being so thorough in your explanations and directions, shopping tips, etc... I've been wanting to learn how to do this for awhile now. I'm starting my own business making pendulums and spirit boards, orgonite, and I wanted to offer my clients something wearable as well. I also do readings and energy/entity clearing and removal so it was important to have something tangible for people to wear for protection, or to help manifest whatever it is they come to me for. Nothing is stronger that something hand made and charged with intention. Thanks again. You've helped me immensely! Blessings to you and your family! 💗💫

[@starboard7308]

Hi Jason....I just ordered your book! It's the least I could do for all your good, thoughtful, and GENEROUS tutorials. And I have to laugh...you're such a GUY...your work area is a messy, mad-scientist laboratory! I just got a rectifier (directly from Voltec, via amazon for $95 rather than Rio Grande's $175 for same one...) and copper solution's on the way...and thanks to you I don't have to pay for the high dollar graphite paint...I'm going to make my own. Thanks Jason....I hope you'll do a video on plating with SILVER one of these days...

[@tiffanypayne]

My boyfriend and I have become huge fans of yours, (watching your videos in the evening has replaced Netflix and all the others haha) we agree that you are pretty much the Bob Ross of electroforming and are super grateful to have these videos and your expertise as a valuable resource in our tool box! Thank you, thank you, thank you! I'm wondering how, when polishing with a Dremel, to not get a copper sheen on the stones. I was polishing a fluorite piece last night and now the stone looks as if it has been fumed. Any tips or advice for avoiding this? Blessed be!

[@theloners666]

Can verify, am boyfriend. We really enjoying learning from your vids!!

[@heatherforsythe6736]

Haha! My husband and I love to fall asleep to bob Ross. Acid baths instead of titanium white and Patinas instead of happy accidents ;)

[@Countrycharm17]

Thank you Jason for taking the time to do this video! You are very clever with all your substitute chemicals. I probably have everything except for the electric current machine to give this a try. Looks like alot of fun!

[@kellyvcraig]

And a hat tip to you. This was long, and I couldn't put this book down. Thanks, sincerely, for your efforts. As others said, you were a great help.

[@joetke]

That's a real sharing! Thanks a lot Jason. Very helpful and instructive. I realize that it's much easier to find chemical products in the USA than here in France.

[@markkevin7245]

I really love how u make copper jewellery ..such a underrated metal

[@meredithbear]

Just ordered the book! Thanks for the link.

[@Tainakite112]

I was expecting this to be long and boring with a lot of blabber talk but WOW this was really helpful! You broke it down perfectly. My voltage was really high and I could not figure what was happening with the machine. Now I know I need to clean that bar. And that freaking trick about the glue gun!?!! Genius!

[@tiffanygassert3640]

You're so modest. Your jewelry looks awesome and I'm excited to check out your etsy page.

[@carianin5293]

Thanks for sharing this creative process. Very impressive. Jewelry making is not a cheap hobby.

[@rockroberts6892]

Thank you! This is certainly a science beyond what you could put in the video but you have kick started me in the right direction. I appreciate you for making this video.

[@breahsaldana3901]

I absolutely loved it ! I've always loved jewelry and wondered how it was made ....plus u are a great teacher.

[@lianaoreskovich1041]

I have searched for forever for such a detailed how to video on getting started with electroforming. I watch you religiously 100 of these views are most likely me lol. And I’m a welder too so I love all the welder references

[@jasonhamel6853]

how long will the electroform solution be good for before needing to make a fresh batch? also, how should i dispose of it properly? great tutorial!

[@breakingintotech]

So nice to get a clear and detail tutorial!

[@sislertx]

Khadijah Roussi I know...I'll never do it but I love to know what goes into making things. and often find people to make me things. I HATE HAVING MASSED PRODUCED THINGS.

[@edgon]

Hello. Does the ProtectaClear affect in any way the gemstones? Do they look different after he application?

[@roxyrainbow]

You rock! I will be gathering my goodies to begin my electroforming adventure. It is by far the most beautiful and sturdy of all jewelry forms. Your presentation is top notch. I will watch it a couple more times, and viola! You have really broken the process down to the details and incidentals so well, that I have every confidence in my success and safety, from beginning to end. Thank you!

[@magnuswootton6181]

they should be pretty strong, definitely looks it.

[@abbyshutterbug]

I noticed that you do not cover the stones with liquid latex during this process, do none of these chemicals hurt the stones themselves? New to this, trying to get my supplies set up, and I see a lot of others use the liquid latex, just curious? Thank you!

[@edenstarr5740]

Just FANTASTIC! I make jewelry...and I loved everything you put together. Liver of sulfur is such a pain in the ass..and now I have a great alternative that creates COLORS! Just awesome.... I can't WAIT to experiment! Awesome video! :D

[@PKeefe]

Thank you for lots of valuable information. Still seems like dealing with chemicals should have strong warnings,especially where children are around. Labels are important on different mixtures. You have helped me with something’s I already use.

[@corystreat8037]

Thank you for a wealth of knowledge !!!!! Just hope that I can retain 25% of it. Wish I could pay you to hang out for a afternoon in person and learn hands on. Thank you very much!

[@shanacrawford4811]

That was a great video. Loved the torch holder and syringe for the flux. Clever clever.

[@scorpisces182]

I just finished watching your video from beginning to end. fantastic explanation! 👏 and wow I had no idea this porcess involved so much!

[@alicerosa6766]

I just subscribed to your channel because I really enjoy the way and the instructions provided to teach with details every steps. You are a very good teacher and I started to learn electroforming which I love to start very soon. Thank you for sharing this video and for being our teacher👍👍.

[@heatherforsythe6736]

Wow! This video is amazing! Thank you so much for sharing what I’m sure was years and years of forming your process!

[@ElGatoLoco698]

Well, I took the plunge. Got me some wire, power supply, and the other accoutrements. Probably made 30 rings so far. I can get a relatively smooth plate but I'm still having problems with the texture part. I can see it's going to take quite a bit of experimenting before getting the process down. There are so many variables it's a tedious and time consuming endeavor. I'll give a brief rundown of my process below to anyone interested. All I had on hand was vinegar and hydrogen peroxide so I chose to make copper acetate as opposed to the much easier and quicker copper sulfate. It's cheaper and the chemistry is a little different but it works relatively the same. If you want to make it, add 1 part distilled white vinegar to 1 part hydrogen peroxide. Throw in some copper scrap and let it soak overnight. The next day you'll have a nice blue plating solution. Take the copper out and add solution to plating batch container. Add a touch of sulfuric acid and a touch of chlorine ions either through salt or HCl. A touch would be a couple of ml of acid and a couple grams of salt. I didn't measure but don't add too much. Better to have too little than too much. The ph level recommended is 1. It seems to work better for me around .5 but start at 1 and experiment later. If you don't have a ph meter or test paper, you can proceed without it but it's helpful to know. You can also add a touch of miralax and/or tarn-x (thiourea used as brightener) but these are optional. I haven't decided whether the last two ingredients help or not. The process seems to work fine with or without it but I'm still experimenting. Use half a volt and 60mA to start for a single ring. Add 20mA per ring but don't let the voltage go much higher than .8. It'll take a good 12+ hours but it will give you a good starting point. You can experiment from there. Anyway, that's what worked for me. A little different than Mr. Welsh's process.

[@ashwynn4177]

Amazing. Is the deposited copper strong enough for daily handling? And can I make the solution to save costs?

[@robertoberton6913]

Hi, I state that I have no command of the English language .. what I can't understand is: . what pasta is the white one you put around the stone . what liquid you use for galvanization. Thank you very much and good job

[@rosaelinav8036]

Yes it’s gorgeous rings. And so much liquid products to use. Lots of works.

[@TheWizOfKeyz]

Hey jason, Just so you dont have to sift through whatever that mixed stuff was to seperate the calcium from the sulfur (cause that part sounded a little tedious) i just wanted to let you know im pretty sure you can get pure (or pretty close to pure) sulfur, at any livestock feed store, (try in rural areas) it comes in the form a block of salt, (called a "salt lick") or other mineral blocks like sulfur, (and i think iodine? or something like that too, But dont quote me on that lol) But i do know for sure they make the sulfur ones, and theyre a light yellow color...anyway, theyre made for people who farm livestock, like cattle, sheep, horses etc...farmers place them by the animal's water trough for them to lick so they dont become deficient in whatever minerals, etc...but yeah, i just wanted to let you know about that, just in case it might work for your jewelry making purposes, mabe save you from doing anymore work than you have to ? Just a thought. Anyways can i also say that it makes me very happy to see someone else (besides myself) whos likely also known as the local "mad garage scientist" around their neighborhood as well. Correct me if im wrong, but i usually never am...btw i think your a freakin genius! for figuring all this out, (im assuming only after many hours of experimentation, trial and error, etc)...and a helluva nice guy for making this video and sharing some of the tricks you learned along the way. So to try to thank you for that I just subscribed to your channel! Keep up the good work! 😎

[@deweytann]

great How-It-Works HIW videos! a voice is very calming, you should read bedtime stories to kids

[@LindaB651]

That was absolutely awesome! I can hardly wait for spring weather to come so I can try this (outside.)

[@sarahlew9763]

Awesome video. Thank you. Question, After you dip your ring in the protectaclear, don't you have to remove the protectaclear from the stone / crystal at some point?

[@rebeccawatts7101]

By far the best video out there. Keep making them you have really inspired me and broke it down easily! Thanks.

[@Freddyfish2000]

Wow thank you for making this! so helpful!!! Are the steps after the bath necessary or just a preference?

[@jamiesabo3592]

Jason - can you make a video on making an electroformed rings to a specific size? Thanks!

[@mr.griretailmr.griretail9729]

Well detailed video.. I would like to know if the same method can be done with other materials than copper? Silver 925 ? Thank you

[@stellau3028]

Hi Jason , thank you so much for this vid, I'm looking at purchasing the equipment to do this. My question is, are you able to make a living doing this?? Sorry if you not wanting to answer I understand. My dream is to work for myself from home. Where is best to sell your rings ?? I'm in Australia lol

[@JasonWelsh]

I put a around 6 hrs a week into it and ranges from 200 - 400 a month so far. So far local jewelry / consignment shops yield the fast cash. Setting up a booth at local shows is good also.

[@didulishop]

Jason, do you mixture your patina while its cooking or not? As I understood ratio is 1:1 then you put in some ceramic dish on the fire leave it for 20 minutes then let it cool, and then mixture it with destiled water? Sorry for this many question, it's better to ask then to be sorry 😄 Thank you

[@deannabates1575]

So interesting and you did a great job explaining everything. I love wire wrapping jewelry, but I don’t think this technique is for me. But I truly appreciate all the time and work that goes into your pieces.

[@checkurselfb4ureck]

You are like the best and most informative.

[@ShawnaCostonPhD]

I wish I was married to a jeweler..... LoL. I would love to design me some wonderful and sit with you and make them. Love the video.... and the way you teach. I may become a loyal fan of your work. Your way cool. Thank You.

[@enlightenedmcgee]

Shawna Ph.D you can wish in one hand and crap in the other...then see which gets filled first. 😂 don't wish. Just do.

[@dinzoelves5468]

Hello Jason, First do your self a favor and put a dust colector in your bench(the polishing compounds are full of dirt). Sit when you polishing and hold the ring with both hands. I use an aluminium bar in my shaft which dosent oxidise too often. This is a realy inspirating video,thank you!

[@idelmisaguiar5845]

Hi, great job! Thank you for posting. I have a question: What is the name of the machine/tool that you used to polish it? And the nace of the disk used as well? It is very hard to do it by hand...

[@amandajones6481]

Hi Jason, I was wondering what I can do to clean my jewellery better than I usually do. What I do now is I take a pyrex dish, line it with foil, then sprinkle the foil with plenty of bicarbonate of soda and salt. I put my jewellery on top of the baking soda and salt mixture and pour boiling water over the whole lot. The dirt and tarnish come off and the result is alright, but maybe you know of a better way to clean gold and silver. Thank you in advance Jason. Love from Amanda in Australia

[@aliciabierling9748]

LOVED YOUR VIDEO !!! THANKS HOW DID YOU TEXTURE YOUR HAMMERS WITH WHAT MACHINE THANKS ALICIA

[@busydiamondpainter7472]

Do you have a tutorial on silver or gold plating the finished product vs the patina you used? I've been looking everywhere and can't figure out how to get a silver or gold finish instead of just copper. Thanks!

[@katiescofield2887]

Busy diamond Painter me too!

[@suejean2881]

Hi Jason, I loved your video and your designs are so awesome! I noticed that you didn't coat that gemstone and am wondering if you ever do or if you have ever had an issue with not coating it? I am planning on making some delicate gemstone rings .... your tutorial has been so very helpful.

[@EssexSilvering]

Love your video's as always, .. Quick question, .. How do you work out the amps per inch when your doing more than 1 peice?

[@madamesing]

Hey Jason, I purchased your recipe for conductive paint for organics. I made it, works awesome! What can you do when it dries up to a soft clay consistency? Add more acetone? Getting ready to do a few commissions and needed my juice.

[@kanadakanadakanada]

What other products could we use instead of that „fix it stick“ that does have a longer working time?

[@mandyrobyn3098]

Hi. I was glad to find this video. I am working out the kinks in my setup. I am also trying to be resourceful and cost effective about my materials. You suggest mixing the graphite powder with sodium silicate liquid. That being hard to come by, I found some videos on making your own out of 100% lye, silica gel, and water. Do you know if this remains a liquid with a good consistency? Also, if it is still dangerous to the touch, as I plan on doing much painting with it. You also mentioned titebond waterproof wood glue. would you say one is a better way to go than the other?

[@BuckarooCoyote]

Jason, I'm trying to find the video where you mention using Arm & Hammer Baking Soda; super washing soda but I can't recall what you're suggesting it for and how to use it; can you please point me to that video please?

[@kimlyons8550]

Awesome. Thank you for taking the mystery out of the process.

[@jewelrybyjamie]

Jason your video has helped me a lot. I have electroformed a few items but noticed there are patchy areas where the copper doesn't qyite plate. It actually looks like the conductive paint is leaching into the copper plating, the copper has blackened areas and comes off easily when sanded. Do you know what might cause this? Thanks, Jamie

[@JayDub_143]

Miralax works in place of the Midas brightner I have heard. Have you ever tried it?

[@MadiLush]

I'm planning on buying an electroforming kit, all inclusive. But I've watched other videos and their pieces are always smooth. I like that you're are more bumpy and organic looking. Is that because of the higher voltage?

[@TK-pl8zk]

I'm wondering the same

[@SuseyPhoenixx]

Really loved your videos .. thank you so much for your kind generosity .. and will definitely be buying your book !! xxx

[@Vatsek]

Like the experimental side of the ring making.

[@braddavenport949]

I have a very old piece that appears to have been formed with bronze. Any thoughts on this? I have quite a bit of bronze I have been considering using.

[@mjrmandor1136]

great info! say can you teach us how to silver plate copper with silver? Thanks

[@makeroom4me]

Thank you so much information about this project ❤

[@esliet]

great teacher glad i found you and getting your book also

[@sophielavosgienne4788]

Hi ! Thanks for sharing your vids ! What kind of glue do you use for gluing the stone ? Thanks in advance !

[@Gretchen196150]

Sophie Larrière I did a screen shot of the glue during the video. He used Maxi-Cure by Toy House (company).

[@davidwestwell3940]

hello I am interested to know what pliers you are using to cut the ring. thanks.

[@robbiekish]

Hello. May i ask where you get your crystal chips from. I cant wait for my supplies to start coming in. Thank you so so much for the free classes. You are amazing!

[@GilgameshEthics]

Etsy is pretty competitive. Check that you don't have a 3 month ship time though.

[@Nionearth]

I have a couple of little answer for you: Rio Grande Don't ship out of America.. do you know another similar stuff for the brightening can I buy from Italy? Another one: Can you post the active ingredients of the products you showed us? (Such as pipeline slider) So it would be easier to look for similar products out of the States...

[@Like-a-funeral]

Hey! Any suggestions for pinkish powdery or cracked coatings? :) (very informative video btw. Thank u)

[@moviefantollywood741]

Awesome video.... you really broke it down so well..... good teacher 👌👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@lizlizuli3974]

I love this tutorial. Please, can you tell me if I can use Oaley fix to stick as a set for druzy on PMC silver clay ring? Will it stay on?

[@mariaclaretrojas549]

Hello Jason, thanks for sharing this amazing process! loved the video. I do have a question for you, I like better the regular copper color you get after polishing and before the acid-baking soda wash. If I were to keep this bright copper color, can I skip the wash and after polishing go straight for the clear coating? Thank you in advance

[@karaeppcohen3445]

This video has been such an awesome help for me. I was intrigued by this style of jewelry but never knew the process that went into it! I've been making these with my father now for around a month and am super happy with the results!!! Your video broke down every step and really helped to get right into the making. I do have a question, I work mostly with drilled stones and don't have a good source for raw undrilled stones, do you have any recommendations? Also, I did encounter one issue while electroforming in many of the rings the copper seems to not catch to the graphite (I use the one from Sheri Hob) when I see this issue I try to take off the paint (which falls off easily) and then repaint it... sometimes this does happen again and again. If you have any tips on this please let me know! Thanks Kara

[@JasonWelsh]

I would hit up rock and mineral shows in your area. When you find one make sure you collect all the pamphlets that tell you about the other shows. Etsy is another great source and in most cases when you find what you like make sure you ask the store if they have any small 10 to 12mm that they have laying around. Another great way is learn to crush minerals down to smaller sizes. I would try this with citrine at first just to get the hang of it. I have another video about making conductive paint using graphite and modge podge, this is what I primarily use now on everything. The formula is so strong that you can light leds up on paper. Glad the videos inspired you to follow your excitement. I can actually say this hobby does lead you to many other avenues, chemistry - electronics - machining...... I am experimenting right now with electrical current at different frequencies rather than just DC current. I'll share more on this as I get the setup down myself.

[@carmenponcedeleon2693]

Fantastic video! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!

[@emilypettigrew7187]

This was awesome!! QUESTION: you didnt cover the stone in a protective cover to stop the bath solution from degrading the stone?? I have seen others cover the stone with a latex protective?? Is it not needed?? Great video though, loved it! xx thank you

[@richardmiller1863]

You mention at 34:50 of the video that you would give the formula for the solution, however i do not see it. You do say that you add 1/2 oz. of sulphuric acid to 2 qts. of solution, but how many ounces of Root Killer copper sulphate crystals and how much Midas Brightner Refreshner do you use per the 2 qts. of solution? Great video!

[@Olhamo]

“so many different variations it’s pathetic.” 😁No! it’s not pathetic, it’s unlimited! I have wanted to play with electroplating for years and years, and am getting close now! That micro-torch is sweet.

[@Wanderer_of_Sol]

23:30 I used to do a lot of miniature sculpting and customizing. Buying "Green Stuff" can be really expensive, especially because it's repackaged and sold to the war gaming and diorama hobbyists. They mark it up $10 for 8" strips. If you search for it's brand name "Kneadatite" in 36" rolls, you can find it for $17 for that much. I think the reason it's so much cheaper is specifically because war gamers always buy it in the smaller strips for their applications, and the 36" rolls are marketed to plumbers for their original purpose, as an epoxy binding agent for pipes and fixtures. It's a much better value to look for it in the larger rolls, and 36" will last you a pretty long time.

[@katiekat8478]

Question? Can you go from the electro forming then cleaning/polishing phase then skip the patina if you’re not into that then go to the protecta clear step. Since the copper isn’t patina’d will that help keep the shine of the metal without it discoloring/oxidizing and also not turn skin green???

[@jamestagert2577]

So there is no need to go to jewelry supply to buy the blue bath liquid?

[@krystinross8543]

Hey! Your videos have been great for learning how to electroform. I wanted tho ask you a question, I have made a few rings an they all turned out really good but the last few I've tried have bubbled onto the ring and haven't really plated it, they crumble off, any suggestions?

[@katomistika7234]

Hey Jason, would this solution eat through the seals on an aquarium? I was thinking of using a small glass aquarium...

[@corystreat8037]

P.S. Would like to buy a couple of your rings. Thank you,Cory

[@jouicychaos9389]

Thanks for sharing! Really good video!🤘🌟🌸🙏

[@thupergirl]

hey Jason. Great video. I've just gotten into this, but I haven't tried rings yet. I've ordered some sculpting epoxy and plan to try it soon. How do you account for the size change, as I assume with the thickening copper that it will change size slightly.

[@JasonWelsh]

type in "Gap filling stones onto shanks when Electroforming rings" it works better than epoxy.

[@JasonWelsh]

The way I deal with size is make a crap ton of rings. I try not to do custom orders if I can. Eventually you get a wide variety of sizes.

[@oliviawhitaker9423]

Do you think the 3-amp rectifier from riogrande would be sufficient for this kind of work or do you suggest the 20-amp? I plan to do jewelry like this or even bracelets. Not huge things

[@JasonWelsh]

5amp yes but 20amp is way to much power.

[@destroyah321]

Have you ever tried using cold galvanizing spray paint?

[@kanadakanadakanada]

Is the sulfuric acid really necessary and if yes what for?

[@brendasnider2323]

How do you make the finish look like gold? I've seen it done and I'm sure it's not cold well I'm not sure🤷‍♀️ but there must be a way if anyone knows I would greatly appreciate the information.

[@dimitrapapagianni9907]

hello! may i ask you somenthing! if we electroform an organic material or a wax model lets say a wax model ring ,will the copper coat be stable?how stable would it be?is it possible for the copper layer to break if it is placed on an organic material?or above wax?thank you!

[@loricroy4361]

Best electroforming video I’ve seen. You did a great job explaining it without getting too technical. I did have to chuckle tho- you were all sulfuric acid this and copper sulfate that but when it came to the dandruff shampoo you were all Nope ain’t going there lol! And I loved the kids in the background. I agree let em be kids! Anyway, thanks so much for all the great info. I am in the process of amassing all I need to get started and your video was a tremendous help.

[@annsalter4366]

Just found you .. this is amazing ..thank you

[@nicolettewilson5829]

Hi Jason! Thank you for all of your helpful tips! I was wondering- what do you suggest doing when using light colored stones with the electroforming done on the back side of the stone to keep the stone's color from being visibly muted or blackened on the back side by the conductive paint? Keep it in the solution longer so the conductive paint is fully replaced by the copper? Please let me know your thoughts! Thank you!

[@jagboy69]

It will never replace the conductive paint. The copper grows on it. If you want to hide the back side on clear stones, use a silver or copper colored paint on your light colored stones first. THEN, paint on the conductive graphite. His most recent video with the clear marble with a green blobs on the side shows the technique. Acetone will wash off excess paint. ;-)

[@jagboy69]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmjWpplmfLiUnZI found it for ya. :-)

[@jagboy69]

An easier patina is just buy the dry LoS chunks on amazon. Dissolve just a couple of grams in a pint of hot water and use it. Throw out when finished. Liquid never stores for any length of time. Store the chunks in a tight sealed glass bottle. Mine is still good after 3years.

[@EvaCryptic]

Hi, I just started to electroform jewelry. One of my pieces had a pyrite accent, and the copper has set over it. Is there some kind of non-conductive coating that I can put on my other pieces, or should I just remove the pyrite altogether? I believe this may be happening because I used a high grade Pyrite, instead of a mostly stone-based type. Please help! thank you!

[@korrieholmes8209]

you've probably figured it out by now but in case others have the same question - water based varnish over anything that you do not want the copper to cover, so if you have a conductive stone cover it in the varnish, no copper will attach to it and when you're all done you can wash it off ;)

[@ingridinthis3d5dnow25]

Could I use dead-soft copper to skip the step in that liquid you showed?

[@ashleemiller944]

Best tutorial out there. Life saver

[@tonyab4674]

At what point do you put the piece into baking soda and distilled water?