My TOP 25 tools for jewelry metalsmithing at home!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Here are my TOP 25 tools for jewelry metalsmithing at home! Which ones are the tools you can't live without?? If you're interested in these tools, I've listed them under the video with links to shops. ⭐️ Enjoyed this video?? Why not check out similar ones! - Most basic tools for jewelry metalsmithing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i33QZWhpZdiohLs - Soldering tools: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jovOo2qIrLmIrc0 - Unboxing cool new tools: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWakfZqAerN4aa8

[@sheiladonahue4536]

Thanks for the list! My brother got a few things from the list for my birthday (pliers set, wire cutters, and the ball pein hammer). The hammer is a heavy weight and fantastic quality. Thanks for the recommendations! Will eventually purchase more!

[@zohrekalashloo4366]

Thank you so much for generously sharing such valuable information with us. It's not every day that you come across someone so open-handed with their knowledge. Really appreciate your generosity!

[@AnneStanDesigns]

I love my flex shaft. I’m so happy I chose to invest in it. So I work with metal clay so my kiln is what I use the most. A tip for anybody starting out with copper and bronze metal clay where carbon is involved is do not buy the pans that they sell on jewelry supply or metal clay supply shops. Stainless steel pet dishes are super cheap and round ones circulate the heat for a more even distribution. And a inexpensive kiln shelf works great as the lid. Also, for those who like to paint on their patina as opposed to dipping it, artist water brushes are great as they keep the mess to a minimum. I use Jax as it’s a cold patina that does not require the baking soda bath. And non stick Teflon sheets are great as you can work on them then transfer your piece straight to the dehydrator or hot plate for drying. I know metal clay isn’t your audience but maybe it can help someone who wants to try the medium and stumbles upon your comment section.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so much for this awesome tip!! I will keep it in mind for myself too, as I would love to try metal clay in the future. And I'm sure there's lots of people here who work in metal clay, so I'm sure someone will find it useful :)

[@oliviaforsyth1587]

Hello! I am new to silversmithing and I find your videos so helpful! One thing I’m having trouble with is understanding which attachments for my rotary tool to buy and how to use each one. I would absolutely love a more in depth video on which attachments you use and how you use them and I think this would be helpful for others too! Just a suggestion! Thanks so much for your content, your videos are amazing!

[@rohygge9671]

Same!

[@memomohamed1349]

Same

[@jordanm6940]

In the meantime I’d recommend trying to find a good book on the subject

[@flyingcheff]

The Micromotor is the "game changer" of rotary tools for me, gave away my flex shafts. Great video Basia! Your glasses and mask are working, 🤣 you are beautiful!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

oooh, it's an interesting one! I haven't had the chance to try it yet, but it looks like something very comfortable to use. Thank you so much for watching ❤️

[@rohygge9671]

What brand of micromotor do you use please?

[@flyingcheff]

@@rohygge9671 hi, I have a foredom, but if I were to choose from experience and more knowledge (even though I love my foredom), I'd get the GRS system. You can contact Lucy Walker - she's got a school and a KZbin channel, more info. Also, if you check out just the recent review of micro-motor on Estona Tutorials, that micromotor is great too, Bregje's is a really nice system with the additional hammer hand-piece. I'd run, not walk 😄 - to get rid of any pendant motor with a long stiff shaft, you'd be amazed how much hand and arm stress they are comparatively. Good luck!

[@Destbob]

@@flyingcheff by GRS you mean the NSK EMAX EVOlution? that is the only micro motor I see on GRS website.

[@Destbob]

i was thinking of getting the fordom k.1040. just wondering what makes the emax evolution better. I cant really tell by looking between the 2.

[@hulkbeastgammer7110]

Thanks for the knowledge! From India 🇮🇳

[@simonpidgeon949]

The foredom ,and my Haymaker saw are the main tools for me 👍

[@teperikaetr]

I have most of the tools you mentioned. Except that mine are the cheaper brand😂. I can't afford pepetools at the moment. I don't have the disc cutter, and the ring bender. I am being learning Metalsmith since January 2021. I have being paying for my classes $25.00 dollars per hour. Once a week, and I have being buying my tools little by little. The ones I will like to buy is the rolling mill and the acethilyne torch, but I am just doing jewelry for my family and myself. I might in the future sell some and then I can buy the tools I want. I buy my stones in the rock and mineral shows. Because I like to see them before I buy. Thank you so much for all your videos they're being so helpfull and entertaining. I like to see them while I am in my garage making jewelry. Many Blessings.

[@scarlettardis2018]

I love your saw frame's

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you! I do too 😀

[@JessicaB81]

I love your videos! Your voice is very easy to Listen to! Thank you!!

[@allanthompson9695]

Its always interesting looking at peoples tools. Thanks Basia. Very similar choices.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

these are the most useful ones I think :) Btw, I'm going through comments now and seeing yours, I want to say that I'm very grateful that you've watched so many of my videos and commented on them! It helps me a lot and made me very happy, thank you

[@carolwalker858]

Great as always. I have some of the items you mentioned, but not a mask. I would appreciate hearing which one you use. I am in a small, not well ventilated studio so a good mask would be really useful. Thanks so much for sharing with us not as experienced jewelry makers.

[@faby6451]

Omg your saw frames collection!! and of course, all the Pepetools stuff look amazing, I want them all! Sending you a big hug Basia ❤ Still watching your videos 😊

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so much Faby!! I appreciate it a lot! Haha yes, my saw frame collection grew a little over time 😄

[@hulkbeastgammer7110]

Thanks for knowledgeable video 🙏🏼 from 🇮🇳

[@damienolive2185]

Very comprehensive, thank you 👍🏾

[@erizabesu87]

thanks a lot for all your useful videos)) I am just a beginner 🤓

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Glad to hear you're enjoying my videos! 😃 thank you so much for watching

[@EaselCat]

Been watching your channel for a while you have come so far its amazing!!!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so much!! It means a lot to me and I'm very happy that you enjoy my videos 😊🌞

[@Lucy4n89]

Wow, amazing as always! Loved it

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so so much! Very happy you enjoyed it!

[@mahsanjr5670]

This video was realy helpfull thanks❤

[@Clrr1816]

THANK YOU TEACHER 🦋

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

My pleasure! Thank you for watching 😍

[@Merojewelleryworkshop]

Good job 👏 👏👏👏 keep making videos

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you, I will! Thank you for the motivation 😊🙏

[@kim4561]

Thank you for tour video. I just started in jewellery silver smithing. And sometimes feel deflated as there are so many tools. I feel better after seeing your video . I have all 25 plus more. I am feeling that i have choosen wisely now❤ kim SA

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

That's great, Kim! Yeah, while metalsmithing does require certain tools and a bit of investement, we don't have to get them all in the beginning, this amount is perfect for most jobs and projects :)

[@jefersonmedeiros7677]

I love this video. Congrats from Brasil!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you!

[@monikaroj4884]

Hello, thank you for all those precious videos that you're sharing 😊 could you please tell me if you also use it for sawing ? How often do you recommend changing the filters if used every day for hours ?

[@msflaneuse4340]

So great! Thank you! ❤

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

You're very welcome 🤗

[@JannaPhen]

thanks for this list 😊 i’m finally getting back into metalsmithing after years of having my tools in storage, so it’s nice to see what i need to add to my setup to complete it

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

That's so awesome! Good luck and have a lot of fun 😍And thank you so much for watching 🌺

[@crowfoot7355]

Thank you

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

You're welcome! :))

[@chriswilly5225]

Hi from Houcine .Morocco

[@carlysponseller8183]

Please keep making videos! I love your channel! Can you do a video on shaping rings? I’m horrible at it lol.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Absolutely! That's a great suggestion, will do! 😀 Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed the video ❤️

[@oanasavu8605]

Hi! It is a pleasure to watch all your videos, there is always something new to learn from you 😇 ! Congratulations for all you do . Could you please tell me how do you mark your 925 sterling silver pieces? Thank you and good luck with everything you do !

[@stephencoster9532]

Hiya Oana, It depends where in the world you are? Here in the UK, we have to have all silver over a certain weight assayed by the Assay Ofice and they test it and stamp it to prove it is what you say, it's called "Hall Marking" They have to do all gold, platinum, in fact, all precious metals. I believe something exists in the USA but I'm not sure. The best way would be to look at silver in a jewellery shop/store and ask the staff. Stay safe, Steve...

[@oanasavu8605]

Thank you so much for all this information, Steve ! It is very useful 😊

[@tishsmiddy71]

Thank you ☺️

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

You’re welcome 😊 Thank you for watching!

[@rockingglassstudio]

So so helpful for a beginner transitioning into better tools. What brand were your silicon tips? I have tried a few different ones with varying success. I would love to find ones worth the money. Thank you

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

They're called Eve silicone attachments :) I hope you'll be able to find them, good luck! Thank you so much for watching 🌺

[@tuitam70]

Super filmy, pozdrawiam:)

[@Dupystreet]

I would like to make this

[@shereefrankcombe4308]

Hi thanks for all the great videos they have been most helpful, I thought I saw you talk about tarnishing tags is this correct an if so were could I get them from Thankyou shere

[@stephencoster9532]

Hiya Lady stardust, again, and again, and again you bring us very watchable videos with your wonderful soothing voice. Informative and educational. Some might say that this is limited to only a narrow audience, but not so. Those starting out need this information to know what to aim for. Those who are progressing can see what might be next. The why for each tool is great, helping people choose the next purchase with how it fits into your regime helps them fit it into theirs. You could have chosen so many other tools depending on the type of work they do, a kiln is perfect for enamelers and those who work in precious metal clay, but not for you, or me. You chose very wisely, mainly generic tools that most if not all jewellers use, are you going to make more in-depth films now on use? How difficult was it to stick to 25? Or did you start with 15 and grow? I like how you've shown some very expensive tools too, ones to work towards buying, but talked about budget options. Knowing where to aim too is good, sometimes a Christmas Present can be just that tool you thought out of reach. For me, a very sad time, my dad's passing, gave me the money to indulge my love of collecting tools. Plus each one can remind me of him. I love your ring, have you found someone who makes jewellery to make nice things for you? Hehehe!!! Is it the one you made two weeks ago? "How to make a decorative bezel for a cabochon?" Stay safe Dear Lady, Steve xx...

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

You've put it so well, Steve! I'm so happy to hear you say that. And yes, absolutely, I've chosen those that I personally have experience with and the ones that aren't too advanced - that everyone can get them if they want to :) It was actually a question from a subscriber for the Q&A video - she asked me what are my top 10 tools! Hahaha I wasn't able to answer, so I decided to make a separate video with my top 25, becasue this number is actually enough to combine my most essential tools. A Christmas present idea is another thing I had in mind when making this video :)) I thought it would make a great list. For birthdays too haha Actually! that's a very timely question, because I did, in fact, found someone! Today I spotted a pair of earrings on instagram, they're by an artist from France and I HAVE TO get them. And the necklace she makes too! 😄 As for the ring, yes, this is the one from the video :) Take care and stay safe Steve xx

[@stephencoster9532]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithingDoes she post on YT too? I hope so. I love all that you share with us, and I always learn a lot from you, but as they say, the more the merrier. I look forward to you sharing them with us, they must be very special for you to praise them that high and want them too. Or is that 'need them?' You'll never be a Millionaire if you keep all your work, but then who better to show it off, and it does look great on your finger! Could you wear all you make, is it all your style? If you can make jewellery that you want to wear, that is your style, it puts you one up on me as I don't have a style of woman's jewellery I would wear. I wear the amber beads every day, I only take them off in the shower, The Wave I only wear when I want to feel 'Good' Does that make sense? Anyway, I love wearing both the pendants and everybody that has seen them loves them too. The ladies who serve in my local pub, where I go for food, several have agreed to wear any jewellery I make for them as models and promote it for 10% of the sale price. Stay safe, Steve xx...

[@rhiawilsr8hi659]

Great video as always, really helpful, thank you. I love the pictures on your wall by the way, are they posters that can be purchased easily from UK? I’m looking to brighten my wall and I spotted a couple I really liked the colours of. Xx

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Hi! Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the video :)) I love putting artworks up on my wall, I got all of them while I was in the UK. Here they are: Gabi, The Sylvan Smith: instagram.com/the_sylvan_smith/ Mathew Miller: instagram.com/matmillerillustration/ Tanya Shatseva: instagram.com/tanyashatseva/ Dawid Planeta: instagram.com/minipeopleinthejungle/ The Black Pug Press: instagram.com/theblackpugpress/ Una Kritzolina: instagram.com/una.kritzolina/ Prints of old Japanese artworks.

[@rhiawilsr8hi659]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing oh wow, thank you so much for taking the time to do that. Really appreciate it 🙏🏻 have a wonderful weekend 💖✨

[@aprendeconmigo1221]

Excelente. Me encantaría hacer algún proyecto así. Donde compro todo eso? Y que lámina compro para hacer pequeños dijes?

[@Cien_Swiatla]

swietna prezentacja :-)

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

mega się cieszę, że Ci się podoba! :))

[@j.whiteoak6408]

I'm only just finding out the joys of using high-quality Peper Tools! I recently purchased their professional jumpring maker as the cost of sterling silver gold gold jumprings has gone through the roof, & I was very disappointed with the purchased ones that are available, as 2 out of 10 are usually 'tacoed' - & are therefore unusable..I gave up trying to flatten them out, they're better just tossed in the scrap pile (I'll melt them down one of these days!) Thanks to Pepe Tools I can now make the perfect jumprings with the perfect inside/outside diameter I need for every Chain Mai̇lle project, quickly and efficiently by the hundreds, and in as many sizes/tempers/guages as I want from 2.5mm up to 12mm, and they're never tacoed. Pepe Tools are GOOD tools! There are much cheaper copies of their jumpring maker on the market - but be warned that they are so poorly-made that they will never last, and some are even downright dangerous to use with a sharp saw-blade spinning at 30,000 RPM!

[@SuzieHQ72]

What do you call the yellow thing you put your bench peg on? Thank you.

[@FriskyTendervittles]

Can you post the link for the disc cutter? I don’t see it in the description. Am I missing it?

[@rohygge9671]

Thanks for sharing these fantastic tips! Did you ever manage to buy pepetools blades when you were in the UK please? I can't seem to find them here 🇬🇧

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

They arrived from the States, I don't think there are any UK based stockists at the moment I'm afraid. Hopefully in the future :)

[@DBS0024]

hey watching your video is kind of motivating. I recently started learning 3D jewelry designing and handcrafting jewelry any tips for my journey?

[@SkyReapr]

What rolling mill are you using? Spotted it in the corner at the end hahah

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

this one is by Pepetools! :) I like it, becasue it's small (it's the smaller one, they also have bigger!) and I was able to take it with me to this new workshop. I also have one by Durston, which is much bigger and heavier. It's waiting for me safely until I have a different workshop space haha :)

[@yelainee]

which solder paste would you recommend for 14k gold filled items?

[@desireejohnson9353]

Hi, where do you purchase your buffing sticks from?

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Cooksongold uk :) Many other suppliers also have them

[@naama1009]

Hi Basia! What should I do if my ring mandrel and steel block became rusty? It leaves marks on the metal.. Love your channel!! When will your gold bezel wire arrive? I cant wait for it❤️❤️

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

That's a great question! I never had this issue, so I would have to research this to answer. Thank you so much lovely, I'm very happy that you enjoy my videos ❤️ My gold bezel wire won't arrive 😭 I'm filing for lost package. I will buy this wire when I visit UK in the following couple of months and I also though of an alternative - I will buy a reagular wire and try to make a bezel out of it. I will also check with one shop if they can make a custom bezel wire, because they didn't have it in stock already made. So hoping to have it sorted soon! :)

[@stephencoster9532]

Hiya Naama, there are a few different ways to get the rust off. The easiest is to use your wet & dry, paper or stick. That is very easy for lighter surface rust. For deeper, but without pitting, use propriety rust removers. If there is pitting, the surface of the steel is dented, probably throw them away. The pits will mark your work worse than just surface rust will. But as I said light stuff paper it off. A file will put scratches in the metal that will be transferred to the workpiece. So finish with high grit paper, very fine grit. Best of luck and enjoy your work. Stay safe, Steve...

[@stephencoster9532]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithingplease keep us up to date, Steve...

[@marenc9648]

Hello Basia, which vise ( the yellow one) do you use? I have the bench peg with the cutouts, but my bench is 4 cm thick and I can't fix it. I hope you stay well. Greetings from Germany Maren

[@hulkbeastgammer7110]

I want to learn this job from you. If you wish

[@dominikam9741]

Hej, czy mogę prosić o poradę? Czy warto zainwestować w szlifierkę Foredom, czy Dremel 4000? Zastanawiam się nad tymi dwoma, czy masz może porównanie?

[@darlene7461]

What is the name of the soldering paste and where is the best place to get it?

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Mine is by Pepetools, I also used one sold by Cooksongold. I think they are usually decent, when they're sold by larger and established suppliers

[@alisa.maks26]

i'm really curious to see why jewellers have multiple saws and what the differences between them are. i'm a beginner and just have one - the balance on it sucks so i'd like to get a new one at some point. also, fun fact, i knew a pro jeweller with years of experience, who genuinely thought that rawhide mallets are made of the "rawhide tree" bahaha

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Aww, that's actually adorable! "rawhide tree" 😂😆 As for the multiple saw frames, I guess it's like with other items, like paint brushes or tech equipement - it's testing new ones and seeing which one fits the best and also using certain saw frames for particular jobs :) That's how it is in my case. Each of the saw frames that I have offers something the other doesn't, so I use them on a rotation. If you're curious about the differences, please check out this video I made about these saw frames: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnWmm6mXibB-rKs I hope it will be helpful :) I hope you are well and safe Alisa! Sending lots of love xx

[@alisa.maks26]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing thank you so much, Basia! ❤️ I can’t wait to become a hoarder of saw frames, in the best way possible 😄 I’m all good, thank you so much!🤗

[@stephencoster9532]

Did I say thank you for your caring help? Steve...

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Of course haha, you always do! I'm grateful for your kind words, each comment and message, thank you Steve!

[@stephencoster9532]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithingyou are always welcome Basia, and always will be. Steve...

[@catherinemartina6469]

What size mallet? What is the diameter of the head of your mallet?

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Rawhide? Hmm, I'm not usre to be honest.... But I'm pretty sure that I got a smaller or medium size, definitely not the large one. as for the brass mallet, I have the 2lb one and it's perfect

[@wirayadabutram7889]

T.q.❤️❤️❤️😉

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

you're very welcome! :))

[@stephencoster9532]

Hiya, did I mention 26 and 27? Coffee machine and coffee mug! No, actually they should be 1 and 2!!! Steve xx...

[@hulkbeastgammer7110]

Will you help me to make my future bright?

[@hulkbeastgammer7110]

In India, the work of goldsmith has remained limited to one caste.

[@marrounbeddewe1405]

💐🍷

[@SC-bg8wf]

Thanks for the advice. Please don't take this the wrong way, you use a lot of Pepe tools, do they sponsor you ?

[@raouaneahmed4362]

helloooo ; first you are a cute girl , thanks for everything , thanks for the awesome explanation . i hope to have and will be like you in the future . finally i love you .

[@donnaanasse5177]

I love all your content and have learned so much from you. But I don't want anyone to waste their money on the Knew Concept Saw. I bought one and it has NEVER worked. Its so awful, and I am so ashamed I spent that much money on a saw and feel like I was scammed. Same blade (good expensive blades) can't get it to work in the Knew Concept saw, but works in my cheap German saw. I just want to warn everyone especially those starting out not to waste their money on this saw. Any cheap saw with good blades does the job. Spend your money on some other essential.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

I completely understand you, I believe it's a same thing with tools as with any other item - some are just faulty. It works great for me and I usually pick it up for all of my more intricate designs. However, I do agree with you that a traditional, most basic saw frame is more than enough to get started! I started with a saw frame like that and I progressed after a while. I'm sorry you've had such a bad experience with the Knew Concepts. But I'm glad your other saw works great ❤️

[@stephencoster9532]

Sorry, you had a bad time, mine is wonderful, cuts perfectly, every time. Contact the seller for an exchange or even a refund.

[@AssemIbrayeva]

Hi! Do you have to send reports monthly to tax services/financial institutions (about Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA))? In Kazakhstan you can't even buy a silver to learn metalsmihting if you don't have a registered jewellery company😥 But gold you can buy in bank whenever you want😂

[@djamshed6543]

hello!.i always watch and really appreciate your fantastic work.i am a professional gems cutter and wanted to ask a few hundred if i may.thank you