Setting up a new BENCH in my art space! Affordable Pepetools Jeweler's Bench

How about an affordable, compact but spacious jeweler's bench for your workshop?? This bench is from Pepetools and I think it's a fantastic value for money. If you're looking for a quality wooden bench, then you should check out this one. Let me show you how to set it up! P‪@PepetoolsUSA‬ has kindly sent this bench to me so that I can unbox and show it to you, test and share my review! Thank you so much Pepetools! You can find this bench via link below. It's an affiliate link, which means that I may receive a small commission if you choose to purchase through that link. No extra cost to you and completely optional! :)
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[@hajirarehman5780]

You are soo softspoken person. I enjoy your videos.

[@Ilovejewelry06]

Hi Basia. I was wondering if you could do another video about working with Gold-filled jewelry and the art of soldering them without burning off the gold layer? There are not too many videos about this at all, and I know you’ve done a couple, but I was wondering if you could you do more with step by step instructions and tips/technique? I know that it’s an “Art of Metalsmithing” in itself to not get that visible gray/silver seam. Thanks in advance! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@hajirarehman5780]

Yup. Need a video on that. Please please make one for us.

[@hanfleet]

Am jealous. But remember, it's not just a desk, it's an essential tool. :)

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Of course it is! 😀 I'm so happy to have a more solid support for stamping, disc cutters and other tools like that. While the ikea kitchen trolley is great, it wasn't enough for some of the jobs I needed to do

[@wendyvancamp1738]

Pepe makes a great looking bench. Mine is over 20 years old...and I got it used. It is a solid piece of furniture, but doesn't have the smooth drawers and of course, it is much loved with plenty of burn marks, marks and whatnot. Starting with a clean, brand new bench is such a luxury. Enjoy it! :)

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you! Adding all of these marks over time will be a privilege, I love them so much, as they each tell a story and add character 🥰

[@joebeckman9279]

It's not a jewelers bench without burns on it!!

[@joebeckman9279]

Like a map of our progress along the way

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

well, I did manage to not add any burns to any of my benches over the years😁But I'm a very tidy person and I was always scared of causing the fire too. However, I still have lots of marks from other jobs, because that's what the bench is for :) Wham it with a hammer, file with files etc

[@Iknowonlywhatimtaught]

Great! I love the area you have. Its a shop setup but liveable space too. Nice!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you! ❤

[@carolcribby8642]

Love it.. but do you have the room in there for it ?? .. 😉 i need something like that myself. But I don't think I have the room. My husband might get a little wenchy. LOL

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Oh, absolutely! It really isn't big and I thought I'd have to remove my desk, but turns out everything still fits so well with some extra space to spare. I'll have a video showing my workshop makeover soon, so you'll be able to see more clearly how the space looks like now and how big the bench is compared to other items :)

[@jenniferw1570]

Hello Basia, Your videos have been so inspiring and helpful for me for awhile. I've looked at most details, but is there a video on how you designed your logo? I watched your video on packaging but was curious if there is more in-depth info on your Patreon, since I've been wanting to subscribe beyond the $1 level and seeing your skill level I'd love to learn more about all you offer, I love your channel. Thanks so much.

[@zefferoni]

I would love to see a follow-up on this once you get settled into it, maybe with some tips you've learned for storage and using it.

[@pkgoldopalhunting]

great work bench , better than my old table ha ha love it

[@hs5065]

I am looking for a bench, just clicked on the link and it was $650 plus a shipping charge of $288 😢 The bench looks fab but I think Durston will work out cheaper due to shipping… it looks lovely though 🤍

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Of course, while this bench is fantastic, we have to consider shipping and customs, so shipping across the world may not be the best option unfortunately. That's when we have to consider local options to make it easier and cheaper ❤️

[@DB-zp9un]

Is this mostly solid wood? Is there any MDF / particleboard? If so in what parts?

[@PepetoolsUSA]

Hi! Happy to chime in here. There is a high pressure wood board used on the bottom of the drawers and on the skirts (sides of the bench). The reason is simply due to the fact that wood expands and contacts overtime time, so we were not able to use hardwood in these areas. Aside from that, every other piece is solid wood with a beautiful finish. It weighs in at over 100lbs. Thank you for the question!

[@DB-zp9un]

@@PepetoolsUSA thanks for the answer.. I should have clarified that I expected that to be used in the drawers.. And watching the video closer I see the skirts.. That helps!

[@DNTurner94]

Where did you get your chair from?

[@FridayFrida]

I love it im so jealous! Also what is that great chair you have?

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you! ❤️ I found it online, I was looking for a saddle chair, as the one I was using before (a simple Ikea desk chair) was killing my back. This one is more suitable and comfortable for me, it's adjustable and moves freely

[@polarjeez]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Where did you get the chair/what's it called? It looks perfect for keeping your back in place!

[@grzegorzgora5261]

Zaliczyłem niezdrową ekscytację tym filmikiem, bo pomagałem przenosić poprzednie biurko 😅

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

hahaha, no to była przygoda 😜 Ta nowa ława jest zaskakująco lekka i łatwa w przenoszeniu. A ten drugi chongus, to już go sami nosić nie będziemy, odmawiam 😜

[@gundanium3126]

Love the the one i just got.

[@abbywebster8343]

That will be so easy just spinning around from one bench to the other! Very cool!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Totally! It was my dream to be able to do that, can't wait to organize the space and get to work haha :)

[@i_love_shiny_things]

Aww so gorgeous! You can see how happy this makes you, and I totally understand that too! We want to make beautiful things, with beautiful things! 🥰 I'm getting my first jewellers bench in a few days 😊I hope I can build my business to afford a stunning workshop like yours one day 🤞 Thank you for making these videos, you are really inspiring XXX

[@PhoenixCreationsKaTyJs]

You have a amazing set up, think you need to feed your studio “grow more” to get some space! It’s amazing how much you have fitted in there! I really enjoy your videos I’ve learned so much and found so many tips. I wish I’d found jewellery making when I was younger to ache grown with ti as you have. 😊😊❤❤ thank you for such amazing content and always with a smile, it’s like we are sitting o your window sill sharing your day just for a few moments, ❤❤ have a good Valentine’s Day with your other half 😊😊

[@violetvioletviolet1]

Yay for you!!! looks fab!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you! ❤️

[@RhodaBrown-Schuh]

I love to see creators so excited about setting up work space tools. I don't have the fancy benches, but the back to back setup is awesome. You will be so happy with your setup. Great video 👍💖

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so much! ❤️ I agree, I think this set up will be more comfortable and will allow for a better workflow, hopefully :)

[@mmmjd-usa]

😍 lovely ❣️❣️❣️

[@wetcat833]

I just got one and it must be a dud. The draws on mine are nowhere near as smooth as what you have shown. They are not tracking properly and have far too much side movement. the top draw sticks out by 5mm and the bottom draw is difficult to open. I guess mine was made Friday afternoon. I have to buy new rails and fix this thing as it's frustrating to get anything out of the draws.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Oh no... I'm so sorry to hear that! Before you try to fix it yourself, please contact Pepetools customer service. Don't void your warranty before contacting them. From what I've heard they're quite responsive and I'm sure they'll try to help. It's worth a shot, especially when the product doesn't meet your basic expectations 🙏

[@wetcat833]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing That's good advice, unfortunately it cost me A$550 to have it shipped to Outback Western Australia so returning it is more than problematic. The table is nice but the draws are so badly aligned that I have to open the middle draw and put my hand underneath to open the bottom draw. When I saw how easily your draws glided, I knew that I was just unlucky. Pepetools contacted me a couple of hours ago as I left a bad review, wanting more info on my problem. I've sent them a video with me trying to open the draws and am waiting for their response. I have good carpentry and mechanical skills so it's not something I have done. I just got it this morning so I'm a bit disheartened. That's why I have been looking up videos about the table and I stumbled on to your channel. At least you got a new subscriber out of the deal :)

[@wetcat833]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing PS. I've just rewatched your video and I noticed that your table has totally different draw rails than I have. Mine look simpler and flimsier than yours. I guess they've been doing a bit of cost cutting on their later stock. Not cool.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

That's not good... But I'm glad they contacted you and hopefully they'll be able to help! I think they should send you new rails, because obviously exchanging the table is nearly impossible at this point, especially that you're so far away. I really hope it will be sorted, it's a shame you experienced this situation. But yeah, I think sending the rails would be the best solution, so fingers crossed they might do that. Good luck! Let us know how it ends 🙏

[@wetcat833]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Thank you sincerely for your concern. First world problem. I will survive. LOL

[@kimauger4293]

I’ve put felt protection on every piece of furniture in my studio. Not only does it protect the floor, but it makes it easier for me to rearrange the furniture as improve on the functionality of the studio.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

yes! Totally, it's such a simple solution, but makes a massive difference :)

[@Sheepdog1314]

during my German apprenticeship we had benches with a semicircle cut-out, with a "fell", a piece of leather under it - it catches the filings. I kind of miss those type of benches. No one in the US makes them.

[@kimauger4293]

I made my own from a used leather coat I bought at a thrift shop.

[@joannabanananr]

everyone in the US DIY’s them themselves with a circular saw & leather fabric. Wish they did sell them though

[@carolhendly4347]

Did I spot some Art Clay Silver there? ❤️ 😁👏👏👏😊😊

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Yes!! 😍 The video of me using it for the first time is coming very soon! 🥰

[@carolhendly4347]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Ah brilliant been longing to take the dive into metal clay for a long time, I think it would be fantastic for smaller charms and pendants and really handy for initials using moulds. ❤️ 😍

[@reidsmith9575]

Very enticing!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Happy you think so! Thank you 🥰

[@Mass-jab-death-2025]

What will you do when Allan wants his key back ? All those shelves for one person ! Don’t you think you’re being a bit shelve-ish ?

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

So, I already have a whole collection of "Allan's" keys and he still hasn't noticed, which leads me to believe that he may not be the smartest lad... 🤔 Why yes, I am proudly shelve-ish with all of my shelves and drawers 😁 A girl needs room for her stuff! 😀