HOW I MAKE SILVER JEWELRY. Jewelry maker's week in the life! Studio vlog

Hi! Today is another studio vlog where I'll show you how I work on a jewelry collection, prepare a shop update and organize my working space. It's a week in a life of a self employed jewelry maker! Enjoy watching!
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[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

This is my last vlog... from Bristol! I'm finally revealing where we're moving 😍 I also show you how I prepare a shop update and organise my work flow! Sharing some great tips too. Hope you enjoy watching! ❤️ If you did, check out these similar videos you might love! - How I make a themed jewelry collection: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqispmOLq62apMU - Week in the life vlog: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZy8gHaYa5eMprM - How I started: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppLMmoyLiZ16r7s

[@ServicingInternationalKicks]

Where do you buy your Gems and rubies also where do you buy your metals ?

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

I have a video about metals: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZqugqKPoc-Yoac And for more detailed information with the ready shopping list I've put together, please check out my Patreon post here: www.patreon.com/posts/silver-metal-pdf-49450160 Check out my channel, I have a small series about buying gemstones. And on my Pateron, I have several lists of gemstone sellers.

[@ServicingInternationalKicks]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Thank you I appreciate the help.

[@vikassonijewellers6901]

Wow

[@ВераМосягина-ы2в]

Вы удивительно тонкий МАСТЕР. Ваши украшения неподражаемы. ❤❤❤❤👏👏👏👏💐💐💐

[@adobetradingpost2236]

You are my inspiration! You are so neat and organized! I am not, but I aspire to follow your example. You are awesome.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

That's so kind, thank you so much! I appreciate it a lot xx

[@saeidehrad5070]

Such a soothing voice you have I love watching your vlog

[@kimpeasester]

ILL SAY IT AGAIN! YOU. BY FAR ARE ONE OF MY FAVORITE ARTISTS! YOU TIE FOR 1ST PLACE! YOURE TRULY AN ARTIST. I LOVE ALL YOUR CREATIONS. YOU HAVE GREAT DESIGNS.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Oh wow, that's so very sweet! Thank you, I really appreciate it a lot and I'm grateful for your kindness ❤️🙏

[@RobinC-CT]

There’s nothing like settling in with my morning coffee and watching your vlogs. Peaceful yet motivating. Love your new collection. Good luck with your move!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Oh my, sweet Robin, Thank you! I'm so happy to hear that, it's always been my dream 🥰 I hope you will enjoy future videos as much! 🙏 Best wishes xx

[@haniawrobel2758]

Nie mogę się doczekać odcinków o prowadzeniu pracowni w Polsce 😍 Trzymam kciuki za bezproblemową przeprowadzkę!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Yayy super!! Bardzo się cieszę 😍 dziękuję!

[@harriotteworthington3147]

Family is so important- I am so happy for you and your return home! I will continue joining you on KZbin, I will enjoy seeing the added sparkle in your eyes that Poland will bring…

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

I hope that new videos will be interesting and captivating! 🥰 Thank you ao much ❤️ I can't wait to see my home and share some beautiful places with you on the channel!

[@sdtuber1099]

All the best with your move Basia. Thank you for sharing your beautiful work & studio with us. x

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

My pleasure! It makes me very happy to be able to share it all with you and I appreciate that you're watching and enjoying it 🥰 Thank you so much 💕

[@Venetia2018]

I knew it 😂😂😂😂, you're so lucky you're both from Poland so it's easier to take this decision.Im sure you won't regret it, being around our friends and family is so important.Good luck my dear Basia.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

absolutely, that helps a lot! 😃 I'm glad we are from the same area, as it makes things so much easier. And yes, I'm sure that it will be ok. Even if the business side of things will get more difficult, I'm willing to bare with it, as I just want to be closer to my family and friends for a while 😊 Thank you! 🌺

[@shawnablankenship8455]

I love watching these blogs and seeing your process! You've inspired me to start silversmithing after years and years of thinking about it! Thank you for your sweet energy!!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Wow, that's so wonderful! I'm very happy that I was able to inspire you to get started 😍 Thank you so much for watching and your sweet comment, I appreciate it a lot! All the best ❤️

[@stephencoster9532]

Hiya Lady Stardust, wow moving home to Poland, who would have thought it? You both must be missing families and friends like mad! Two Christmases without being able to get home, maddening! Will you join the choir again? Now what a wonderfully great collection dear lady, again! I think I'm with you on choosing a favorite, the same one, and what a wonderful piece of art it is! Yet again your eye for what stone to buy, then where to use it and with what!!! Perfection Basia! You must have worked around the clock to build all that incredible content in such a short space of time, I love it, ALL! Sorry to shout... hehehe. I love the clipboard for the tally sheet, keeping a full itemized list of everything that goes into each artwork is genius Dear Lady, how else can you price everything fully, and make sure you don't short-change yourself! After all said and done you are a working goldsmith, and this is how you pay for your 45 cups of tea a day!!! I will share with your wonderful viewers, I've purchased two of your incredible artworks, "Sun and Moon" and "The Wave". I love them both so much, I'm knocked back by the quality and skill that goes into everything you do. I must say the price was perfect too. When I saw "Sun" and decided to buy it, I was very pleasantly surprised by the price, and the same goes for "Wave" too. I was expecting a much higher price, but real value for money! Thank you for creating them both. Will anything change on here dear lady? Still a mix of subjects and styles every week, just from a new workshop? I imagine you are looking forward to setting up anew back home? I've just been through that, well still am going through it. It's exciting new toys, new places to find to put them. Does Pepe do the magnetic base for the Smith little torch? I would love to get one, you can even leave the flame on and bring the piece to the flame for some things. Don't forget to fix the gas tank to something like a wall, a lot of people use chains. You really do not want the tank to fall over and knock the top off! Or pull the lit torch away! Stay and travel safely you two...Steve...

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Dear Steve! Thank you so much for this wonderful comment! I will reply in details tomorrow, as I'm hardly keeping mybeyes open right now 😁 ❤️❤️❤️ Your comment was such a pleasure to read and I want to take my time to respond properly. Thank you and have a great night xx

[@stephencoster9532]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithingyou're more than welcome dear lady...

[@lucirachael]

Beautiful collection, as always, Basia! Thank you for your inspiration, I love learning from your videos- all the way from Washington State, you’re always giving me the encouragement I need to keep pushing myself. ♥️

[@TracieAlmond]

Hello from New Zealand. I just wanted to say I love your videos and creative designs. I wish you all the best for your move back to Poland xx

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Hi Tracie! Ahh, New Zealand is stunning, it's at the top of our list to visit in the following years! 😍 Magical place. Thank you so much for watching, I'm glad you enjoy my videos and designs! And thank you, I hope everything goes smoothly 😄

[@noirinniuaid327]

Best wishes for the move and a sincere thank you for all your content, such sweet energy 🌸

[@nonsencehome3625]

Hi, I have been watching your videos for a while, they are so calming and peaceful. The books you have recommended in one video helped me a lot, such a good value too! I have prepared a little worshop space in my room and will start on silversmithing finally after working on aluminium in my grandma's shed haha. Thank you for your videos, see you on the next one, cheers!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

That's sounds so awesome!! Good luck! I'm sure you will enjoy it a lot, have fun 😁😀 And thank you so much for watching and hanging out with us here 🥰

[@zobobeebo8011]

Good luck with the move! My sister in law is from Poland and I love your culture, food, etc. I can't wait to go and visit her family there, it looks so beautiful! Take care, Zoe Wild Cove Studio

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so much Zoe! Ahh, that's so amazing! I can't wait to go back too and I hope you will be able to visit in the near future as well 🥰

[@eliannamoce2153]

Sooo soo good! Beyond helpful! Thank you so much 💚🌻🤗

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful, and thank you so much for watching! 🤗

[@scholteart7564]

Cool studio. First time seeing a video hope your next studio is just as good

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you! I love that space. New studio is a work in progress 😄And it's not permanent space, so the bench is now temporary.

[@herrr3_3_33]

I love all of your vids you are so inspiring and all of the jewelry you do is so beautiful!! I also appreciate all the work you put into your work and KZbin

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

That's very kind, thank you! Happy you enjoy my work and content 🥰

[@naama1009]

Yayyyy another vlog thank you so much basia❤️❤️

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

You're very welcome! Thank you so much for watching 🥰

[@ETLGypsy]

Exciting times! Beautiful, gorgeous pieces 😱🤩 I especially love the mantas! Safe travels, and happy for you and yours, Basia 🙏❤️

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Ahh, thank you so much Alicia! Happy you love them 😍 And thank you, hopefully everything will go well 😊

[@dianetaylor4791]

Enjoyed your vlog and especially love the round blue petrified wood pendant. Lots of luck with your move back to Poland.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so so much! It's such a lovely stone 🥰 Hope the move goes well, thank you 🙏

[@sapanmandal6098]

I like your work I also do at my home that's like your setup

[@patrycjaj9777]

I'm so happy for you. ❤️

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so much Patrycja! 🥰❤️

[@idiliusjewelry]

Great vlog and beautiful pieces basia, and these pieces are so intricate!!! Love all these colorful gemstones beautiful💚 hope the best 4 u back in poland❤️🌺🌸🥰🥰

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you sweet Idil! 🙏 I'm very happy with this collection and the gems are indeed like pretty candies! 😍 I'm so excited for Poland, can't wait!

[@idiliusjewelry]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing must be so exciting really , and I am excited for you too🙌🏻🙏🏻♥️

[@ewewawolny]

Omg, I can’t believe you are moving to Poland! Such a coincidence…

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Isn't it?? 😁 That's a brand new information for you! Hahaha 😂 Can't wait to see you in person ❤️

[@ewewawolny]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing few more weeks!

[@victoriaharrison-sewell6717]

A very interesting & informative video, thank you, your work is beautiful..

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so much Victoria! ❤ I appreciate it a lot 😊

[@Adso6]

Oh my! Now i really wish to meet you in person! Please visit Łódź one day... And do not worry about terminology, happy to help with some educational materials/pages :)

[@Denaesartisanjewelry]

I AM SO EXCITED FOR YOU!! I cant wait to see what all you accomplish and create!!! I know it is going to be epic!!! OH btw... I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THIS COLLECTION!!!💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝😏😏😍😍💗💗💎💎💎💎💎💎💎

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Omg, thank you!! I hope it will be great 😁 I'm super excited ❤️

[@samsturgess4485]

Absolutely beautiful. I love your work it’s so tasteful. Can I ask what thickness of sheet metal you use ? Well I got that wrong I thought you was going to move to Scotland don’t know why. I can you’re excited about moving to Poland by that huge happy smile ! 😀. Hope you have a happy peaceful time. X

[@breathingstarlight9334]

I want to learn to do this so bad!

[@trangsucviet5144]

Chúc mừng bạn đã lên cửa hàng happy you

[@neon_berni]

Hi Basia! You said in this “it’s only five days until the shop update” - does that mean you set yourself deadlines for launching new products/collections? How do you go about working that out? Thanks 🧡

[@patriciakendall6494]

I love watching your journey! Hope the move goes well! What gauge SS backplate do you use for rings and pendants??

[@mukrimalkitani9362]

Nice work

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thanks!

[@Lucy4n89]

Amazing vlog as always! Loved it!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so much! ❤️ Really happy you did! 🥰

[@vikassonijewellers6901]

Best making

[@vikasgoswami1929]

Very very beautiful

[@خبيرترميمتحفوحرفيدويةمتنوعة]

رأأااااااااااائع جدا جدا هذا الفيديو المفيد مميز ومذهل شكرااااااااااااااااا كثيرا ااااااااااااااااا

[@pandalady5964]

Looking to make a circlet, with real pearls and sterling silver. Mostly out of boredom. Just in case also if I ever get to have a wedding of any sort. Any advice??

[@zahranaqvi6574]

Hiya! Are you able to recommend tools for people in the UK as all the links you provide are for Amazon US. Many thanks

[@Susanarylander]

Basia, I LOVE Your videos! After much reading and watching videos and about to start practicing teaching myself making bezels. But silver is so expensive right now so I want to practice on copper. Except the copper basil wire is not the same it’s fine silver. Any recommendations on how to practice without spending hundreds of dollars on sterling silver or blackplates?

[@VivienBowling]

Technique is the same on copper do practice with that then it will be easier on silver

[@cassandraweeks2841]

How often do you change your pickle?

[@RoseredIsis]

they already sold out... i would like a stingray pendant,.. they are lovely

[@mlsaline]

Hi, I love your videos! I am wondering if you wear a respirator of any kind? If so, which one? Thanks!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Hi! Thank you so much 🥰 I use a mask with filters, it's by GVS. Any solid mask with filters will be good, 3M and other similar brands 😀

[@sukungoldsilver4677]

Good calction

[@limonali]

have you thought of pricing depending on the popularity of the product (demand) and not on the time, work effort and materials going in?

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Like a value based pricing? Yes, I did, but for now I felt that the pricing based on my time and work was more appropriate 😊 I hope to be able to reflect the popularity of the item in my pricing in the future

[@xerxys]

Where do you source your gemstones because I can’t find any reputable sites that have authentic gemstones :( I wanna try to make little pendants for my friends next month

[@soulanatomywellness8690]

Do you glue on your designs to the metal for sawing? What kind of adhesive do you use/what kind of paper?

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Double sided tape 😊

[@soulanatomywellness8690]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Thank you!! Appreciate you! Good luck on your move!

[@GabrielleRuddick]

Where do you find the stones? Especially the blue petrified wood?

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

On Etsy or on Instagram 🥰 I search for the name of the gem and browse shops and sellers

[@brendaanderson6250]

Good luck

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you! :)

[@ArtOfDavidAmos]

Is the wire you use on top of the charcoal block made of copper?

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

No, it's a binding wire and I believe its steel

[@jogesh1438]

U R Looking 😲😍 wow Ma'am (from India🇮🇳)cute blue🔵 eyes👀

[@abbyg3243]

1. Track time timer 2. Measure material

[@klondyguerra]

fabulous - thank you - please advise how you buy the back plates and average how much - size of sheet and thickness

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thanks for watching! :) As for the supplies, I have a video about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZqugqKPoc-Yoac And for more detailed information with the ready shopping list I've put together, please check out my Patreon post here: www.patreon.com/posts/silver-metal-pdf-49450160

[@MeredithMynroseUniversalHealer]

💕🥰😍

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

🥰

[@abdulsaboorshaikh466]

Hi Where are you from

[@nohana2003]

moving to Poland= no more huge import taxes for your customers outside the UK:-)

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

None of my customers ever mentioned huge import taxes! I don't think they get them, but it's possible that they just never mentioned it. I'm curious how it'll be from Poland :)

[@nohana2003]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing I used to order sapphire and ruby from a UK based dealer. I live in Belgium, since brexit import costs could raise very high on products from the UK.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

@@nohana2003 ahh, that makes sense, I see what you mean now! I think with these types of products and supplies in general it's more expensive. I'm not looking forward to ordering from Cooksongold while I'm in Poland. I'm pretty sure the import tax will be a lot :(

[@stephencoster9532]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithingI believe Cookies have setups in France and Germany. They are a German company I think? Or is it French? European anyway... So no Brexit costs as you order from inside Europe.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

I need to check it out! That would be brilliant!

[@albertpartridge6716]

hey you who am i going to insult now your skipping the country old sexy legs haha, i hope this wont have any effect on your business with shipping costs customs importing tools from the states i sent away a few years back it cost me twice the price with handling charges and other rubbish they rob you blind with, you take care flower hope all goes well for you, take care keep well keep safe.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

We'll see, I'm sure there will be a lot of changes, but I'm hoping nothing major. There will be time for adjustment 😊 I will share more details as I go! Thanks and I too hope all will go smoothly 🥰