How To Make A Turquoise Ring | Silversmithing Tutorials

[@thesedaysaregolden]

This is one of the best videos I’ve watched so far! Very clear instructions and step by step on materials too 👏🏾 Also love your ring and style! 😍

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Oh my goodness! This just made my day!! Thank you so so much!!!🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️

[@trishamarie1196]

I agree with you! I learned so much.

[@nancyharman4795]

I've only ever bought the finished product, so I'd never seen the process until I blundered across your video -- absolutely AWESOME!!! I'm not going to attempt silversmithing at my age, but I've acquired an incredible appreciation for your skills! And from now on, I'll be able to comprehend what I'm seeing when I examine the finished ring. Thank you so much! 😺💕🐾

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Aww thank you so much Nancy!!💛☺️

[@danayates9458]

This is so beautiful. I am new to learning this and your video was great.

[@sarahaurora.official]

Though I would never silversmith, I am fascinated at the art. The whole process is mesmerizing and the product itself is therefore worth more than 100$. I can't believe people sell for 20 and 30$ sometimes. I'm happy I watched this video. And the ring is beautiful.

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much for your kind words!❤️

[@ArmoredDangerousEph6-11]

Thank you for making this beginner video. The ring is lovely. I've always wanted to make silver and turquoise jewelry. My husband has bought me a beautiful collection, over the years. I love it!! Now that I'm a grandparent, I figured it's now or never, so I subbed you! Looking forward to learning your techniques! 🤗

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I hope you find these videos helpful and inspiring!❤😊

[@florianechamp1847]

Merci :) It's the clearest video I have seen ! Especially to choose the good tools. Thanks for sharing your knowledges.

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much!! I am so glad you like it!!🙏🏻❤️☺️

[@Binxbun]

Thank you! I’m watching this before I go to my silversmithing class today to gain some confidence and how to use polishing wheels for my dremel

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Oooh good luck!! I hope you have fun!❤️😃

[@gabrielbaca-ps9oo]

Can't add to all these great compliments, absolutely a beautiful piece, plus a great demo 👍

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you!! I’m glad you enjoyed the video!

[@emmaaynedter466]

It’s silversmiths like you, that make starting not so hair pulling😂 your tips are so helpful and pieces are beautiful!! Thank you!🩵

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Aww thank you so much!!💛🙏🏻

[@yetanothercluelessgardener]

Such a wonderful video. I used to do some silversmithing many years back. This video makes me want to create again.

[@Dkrod43]

Beautiful! You make it look so easy, however I am sure it isn’t that easy. I love making jewelry but have not learned how to do soldering and this just makes me want to learn how to even more. Thanks for such a great video.

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much Debra!!❤️This comment just made my day!☺️ I wish you the best of luck on all your ventures!!

[@lindahamlik6023]

This is wonderful. I love the way you show in detail how it is done.

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you like it! :)

[@sandrafleming3685]

I haven't worked on metalsmithing in years. I forgot how to do everything. I still have my tools and want to get back into it. What is in the spray bottle again? Spray flux? I don't remember that they had this type of flux. I think mine was like a paste. This video was great. You do such beautiful work and make it look so easy. I remember melting bezels before. Lol

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much! And yes it’s a spray flux! I find it a but easier to work with but paste will do the job too!😃

[@Algoldprospecting]

I built a cabbing machine for cabochon making. I’ve made many gemstones. I’m going to try silver smithing thanks

[@GForge1967]

Great video only learning this great craft so thank you for this easy to follow thanks again and i just subscribed

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

You’re welcome!😊 Thank you for subscribing!

[@panzramstransam7695]

This is such a fantastic video! I really appreciate you linking all your tools as well. It’s been incredibly helpful for me as I start my metalsmithing journey :) I do have a question though. I was wondering what you used to cut the 6 GA wire for the ring band? I love those thicker ring bands as well and I definitely want to incorporate them into my pieces. I just bought a bunch of 6 GA copper wire to practice with, and I can’t for the life of me figure out how to cut it 😅 thanks so much for your help!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful! I will either use my cutting shears or my jeweler's saw to cut the thicker gauges. :)

[@heathermaher8484]

It came out beautiful. You made it look so easy. Great video. Thank you.

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you Heather!

[@jafarjeni1513]

Very well done absolutely master at what you are doing I wasn’t expecting it

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much!! You are so kind😊

[@mollieroams6401]

you’re a phenomenal teacher ☺️

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much!! ❤

[@beowoofthemoviestar]

Extremely helpful to see the many steps.

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

I'm so glad!😊

[@enlightenedbrittany]

You make it look so easy! Looks beautiful. 😃

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you! Cheers!😊

[@maureenceo9422]

Another fantastic video - thank you - you are an amazing teacher!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much!!💕

[@aumi.jewels]

I hope you keep using full videos for your KZbin channels 🤗

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

You got it! I have a couple on deck right now so stayed tuned!☺️

[@LishhFlexx]

omg! so beautiful! I can only DREAM that one day I will be skilled enough and able to produce something as breathtakingly amazing as that gorgeous ring you've just revealed on this video! BRAVO m'dear!! Keep up the fantastic work!! :)

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Aww thank you so much for your kind words!!🙏🏻❤️

[@stacyfuller9583]

These videos are amazing! So easy to follow thank you so much for sharing. looking forward to more!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much! I'm so glad you enjoy them!

[@azizcrew]

This ring is so beautiful. Your instructions are very clear as is the video itself. I am inspired to try this!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Aww thank you so much!!

[@noraanderson3279]

I am wondering how you cut your 6g wire. and how to measure so you can have the gap and the correct size ring. I just ordered a bunch of stuff to get started and am wanting to make sure I have the right things! it's hard to find info on making ring shanks so thank you for this.

[@juliamiller5120]

So what I’m seeing is that you can work with Silver the same way you work with copper or brass. Flux, apply solder, distribute heat evenly?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

I personally have never soldered copper or brass so I can not give you a confident answer. :)

[@lisachavez1352]

Absolutely beautiful! I have loved turquoise since I was a young tween!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much!❤

[@maddiemartin9073]

Beautiful

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you!

[@carolarana6900]

Hi! Would you tell me the gauge of the beaded wire? Thanks for the tutorial!

[@adammontgomery7980]

How would you price this? Seems like it could easily take a whole day, plus the materials. I guess people would pay a premium for handmade local jewelry, but $200-300 seems like a stretch.

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Pricing can be a challenge. You obviously need to factor in material cost (silver + stone) and the labor put in to the piece. But you also need to account for overhead costs associated with running your business. It definitely takes some figuring out, and I can say for myself I sold a lot of jewelry at a loss when I was starting out.

[@kzdesigns]

Excellent video! When I started looking for a silver smith in my area, I was having no luck. So I thought I'd look it up!! Glad I did. Your video makes me think I might actually be able to do it. Thanks!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you!!😃

[@allanthompson9695]

I just came across your channel. Lovely ring and great tutorial. Thanks. We will check out more of your videos.

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thanks so much 😊

[@chemromance99]

I love your videos! Your instructions are clear and easy to follow! I wasn't sure how to polish my pieces and this video helped me so much!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Oh I’m so glad!😃

[@firstnamelastname-ve9gj]

Looks real good

[@patheard2321]

Extremely informative. Thank you!❤

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

You are so welcome!

[@WesternJourneysHandmande]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much!

[@WesternJourneysHandmande]

@@SpiritMountainSilver you’re very welcome! Would you be willing to give me any advice or guidance when I begin my journey in silversmithing? You seem to have a good spirit and with that said, seem like you would be willing to lead me in the right direction

[@AhhhDree]

Thank you for this tutorial. I was trying to find a method of cleaning up the silver using non toxic stuff. I’m not a fan of the pickeling solution. I know it’s faster but I don’t feel safe using it. Especially if I plan to do this often.

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Glad it was helpful!

[@amyclark1727]

This is my fave video so far! You’re a great teacher. Can I ask… do you pickle your silver as you go like after every application of heat/solder joint? For example is it necessary to pickle after each step? Also how long on average do you leave the pieces in the pickle? Thank you 😊

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much! And yes, what I like to do is first quench the piece in a bowl of water after each soldering operation or let it slowly cool down on it's own. Then I will throw it in the pickle pot! I usually leave my pieces in the pickle pot until they are a nice clean, white color all over :)

[@seasonjohnson4009]

This might be the coolest thing I’ve ever seen. How long did it take you, from start to finish? Beautiful!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much! And on average it takes me a 2-3 hours depending on the piece. However, when I am filming myself it takes 1000x longer 🤣🤣

[@nikkijoyce7287]

I am a hobbiest stone cutter who is breaking into my own silversmithing. For the ring shank, I love the heft of the 6 gauge half round. Are you using half hard? Many thanks in advance and your videos have been very helpful!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

I like to use soft and work harden it myself at the end. Easier to work with for me😊

[@deborahhardeman8802]

Great teaching, i always learn new tips to add and help me learn.🐶💕❤️✌️🇺🇸

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you!☺️❤️

[@avaleifson5170]

Is the flux’s you apply with the paint brush the same as the spray one?

[@mawi1172]

Its very beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you! 😊

[@juliel6254]

I really enjoyed the tutoral and like the way you added your maker's mark. I always find if I add it to the bottom of the base plate, no matter how well I think I planned it out, it gets covered by the shank! Your ring turned out gorgeous. I would be very interested to know what brand of Engraver's block you used and where did you purchase it?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much! I got my engravers black off of Etsy, I can't remember the name of the store😫. It is a knock off and I believed I only paid around $150 for it but it does the job! I would definitely check them out there!

[@douglasfuqua7082]

Very well done !

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you!

[@nhutaluashford4543]

Where can I Purchase the Dremel with the attachments and if you have a model number would be greatly appreciate it ! Thank you for sharing your beautiful art work !

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you very much! And here is the link: amzn.to/3su5t61

[@markhoeflinger1040]

very nice job and great video !!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you very much!

[@kimgill4644]

Great vid! Thank you for sharing!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you!😊

[@jude1515]

Beautiful!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much!

[@micbyte]

Hi there great video beautiful ring… I have a question where do you get your embellishments. I can make the balls I guess but others like yours? Thanks again.

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

I have a full video that goes over how I make the embellishments, here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJWcnHiVatKDbaM

[@MarcFreccero]

Super interesting! I know it probably depends ring to ring, but on average, how long does it take you to make one?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you!!!☺️ And usually anywhere between 3-8 hours😬😃

[@emiilyromero1128]

Very nice

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thanks!

[@veronicaevans9438]

that is lovely thank you for a good video😀

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

You’re welcome!!!🥰❤️

[@breesilhavy1588]

Such a lovely video! I am starting out and your videos have been so so helpful! Where do you get your decorative wire from and what size do you recommend or what did you use for this ring? Thanks! 🤗

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you! I buy all my silver from monsterslayer.com :) I believe the the beaded wire I used for this ring was 12 ga.

[@jdh9983]

How long did it take to make this from start to finish?

[@carolinaoliva9223]

I love your teaching method, so clear and nice, I have been looking for something like this for long.🥰 I have a hand dremmel tool, can the disc you use in your rotary tool be use also in other type of dremels ?? And where can I buy them ?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Aww thank you so much!!❤️ And I use various different discs to polish pieces! All the links are under the the Polishing section in the description of the video!☺️ Let me know if you have any other questions!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

And you definitely should be able to use them directly with your hand dremel! No flex shaft needed!

[@patricia.antlitz]

the best thing about this video is that you actually have good taste. Beautiful!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Haha thank you very much!😉❤️

[@deetalashoma3514]

Good show. I tried to watch another person's video (which was shorter) but all she did was yap-yap-yap.👍❤️

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Haha why thank you! I tried to keep it short and to the point!😁

[@deborahhardeman8802]

The video that shows how to do the corners on a square or rectangle bezel? I have a Lotta beautiful square and rectangle Cabochons I just can’t get those corners right. Can you help? Thank you for sharing your techniques

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Hi Deborah! I unfortunately don’t have a video right now showing how to set square/rectangular stones how ever that is a great idea! I’ll add it to my list! 😊

[@katelynnmadden9045]

What gauge is your beaded wire? Are there any rules for choosing this?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Nope, just preference! And it is 12 ga. I believe

[@lindsayhanson735]

How do you make your seam on the bezel look seamless after soldering?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Silicone polishing wheels work great for cleaning up bezel seams!

[@carlyreynolds886]

Love this video! Do you use any polishing compounds or Tumblr? I've been metalsmithing for a year and am still confused on all the different ways to finish a piece!! lol Thanks in Advance!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Hi Carly! I do! I actually just posted another video where I go a bit more in depth with my polishing process and I show the wheels I use along with my favorite polishing compound and tumbler. I hope you find it helpful! Here is the link to it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4unkqFpbJ56ias

[@vidamilani5347]

Wonderful video. Just subscribed. Thanks

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Awesome, thank you so much!!

[@alexarmstrong5030]

Hi! I'm wondering what level of hardness the 22 gauge backplate is? (dead-soft or hard)

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

I like to use dead-soft for all my silver (including back plates)😊 It's much easier to work with and can be work hardened if necessary!

[@katharinacathomen9366]

Love the video and the ring of course! Just two questions about the backplate: Where do you buy affordable material for it? Is it safe to use an other material? Thank you so much! :))

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you! I haven’t worked with mixed metals. I primarily stick to sterling silver which unfortunately can be pricey. However monsterslayer.com and riogrande.com are great places to buy your silver!

[@hollispring1519]

This was excellent! Thank you for sharing your gift so others can learn!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

You are so welcome! I hope you found it helpful!😊❤

[@genoitaly04]

Great Tutorial, where do you get your stones?

[@antoniamacias9943]

Second time watching this video because I love it so much. What Guage beaded wire are you using for this ring?

[@DavidALovingMPF102]

Same solder as copper plumbing soldering?? What is medium solder?? Hard solder? Use silver solder with no lead?

[@celinacelis1986]

Thank you very much for made this video. It was very helpful and give me a lot of ideas and at the same time and told me step by step. What should I buy first? Thank you very much.🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@emy_themua2015]

I can’t even tell you how helpful your videos have been hun they really have. Can I ask what made you by a Dremel over the foreden SR polishing motor because everyone is telling me to get the Fordem but it’s so much more expensive and you seem to really love your Dremel, can I ask what model you have and do all the accessories come with it? Do you have a video where you say which ones you have? I’m so lost with this issue and would really appreciate some help 🙏 oh I’m a new sub btw hi 👋 I’m Emy ❤

[@junesays4123]

Ok, so I purchased extra soft solder. Melt PT - 1140 flow PT 1205. I thought that because it was extra soft that it would follow easier. But, my ring bezel melted before my solder did. What did I do wrong?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Your seam or the solder could have been dirty. If it doesn’t flow when it is suppose to I will throw the piece in my pickle pot then reheat it and try again. That happens sometimes unfortunately but keep practicing!

[@rosiepark3203]

Great video! Can I ask why you heat the silver up before adding solder?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

I like to do that to allow the flux bubbles to dissipate that way my solder doesn’t fly all over the place ☺️

[@cyndeeolsen3922]

Where do you order your wires and bezels from?? And the little beads ?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

I get all my silver from monsterslayer.com 😊

[@ThePaulahoo1]

I love love this video! I agree with everyone else - best beginner video out there! Quick question: when you are filing down the ends of the ring band so they're flat (around the 8:30 mark), what grit sandpaper are you using? Thank you so much! Subscribed!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much! And I like to use 120 grit sand paper 😊

[@DanaSKerr]

This is a great video! You are so good at the work. I am just getting into soldering and gathering materials. Do you use Cutting Lube on your saw? If so,what kind is the best. Also, where do you purchase your silver?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

I do use a cutting lube! Check out my other video on how to use a jewelers saw! I talk about different types you can use with your saw. :) I get all my silver from Monsterslayer.com

[@CharissaAlex]

Really loved this!! Quite the process but I really want to try

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you!! And you should! It’s such a fulfilling hobby!🙌🏻

[@CarleyRehbein]

This is great!! I’m just getting started! Where do you find your embellishments or did you make them?

[@kinseycornaby1840]

Where do you buy your silver supplies? I am just wanting to get started!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Monsterslayer.com :)

[@alyssabias8729]

Love your video! I’m encouraged to get started and learn. What is the width of the 26ga bezel you’re using? Sorry if you covered this somewhere, but couldn’t find it myself. Thanks!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

It was 1/8 😃

[@alyssabias8729]

Thank you so much! Spending this winter practicing❤

[@guestaccount3534]

Thank you for the very informative video. I’ll be buying some gemstones using your code. Also, where do you buy your embellishments?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

You’re welcome! And I usually make my own however riogrande.com has a great selection

[@sarac6731]

what gauge wire did you use for the band? is it half round?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Yup, half round 6ga!

[@avaleifson5170]

What’s the difference between hard ,easy, medium solder like how do you know witch one to use

[@SydneyDoming]

Where do you get your turquoise with the backing? I can’t find it anywhere 0:22

[@SydneyDoming]

Where do you get your turquoise with the backing? I can’t find it anywhere 0:22

[@carolarana6900]

This is a great video and a beautiful ring, do you mind to tell us the gauge of the beaded ring, please? and thanks!

[@njwells8972]

So I’m confused how the extra easy solder under your maker stamp doesn’t flow when you use the medium solder on your ring shank? I’m trying to understand how to use all the right levels of solder flow with embellishments and a shank. Thank you!! 😊❤️

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Mostly heat control. I don’t focus the flame on the stamp section directly but rather near the ring band where I want the medium solder to flow. Since the stamp is flat it’s not super necessary to use any stronger solder and if the extra easy solder was to reflow the join wouldn’t be affected since the stamp is just a flat piece of metal. I could solder the stamp on last but I like to do it before the ring band Bc it’s helps me place the ring band exactly where I want it. If the ring band was soldered on first and I had it placed too high up on the back plate there might not be enough room for the stamp to sit. ☺️

[@mylearningvideos2725]

What grit sandpaper did you use to sand down the bezel to make it flat?

[@lughieddaf4531]

The best explications ever found on YT, thank you so so much for sharing this tips!! Hope you never stop making videos 🤣💖

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Aw thank you so much! That means so much to me!! I am so glad you found this video helpful😃❤

[@kelseybone3114]

Love your videos! Wondering if you have any tips on sizing the ring band?

[@WYASILVER]

Perfect 👍👍

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Thank you so much!

[@nichaelaleitao7200]

Hello, A very helpful and clear video. May I ask how you remove excess solder which had flown onto the backplate when soldering the ring shank? I have only made a couple of rings so far and can’t quite get rid of them. They spoil the look of the ring from behind. Many thanks

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Hey there! I like to use a mixture of silicone polishing wheels (black grit) and the yellow and white 3m radial discs to remove excess solder! 😃

[@nichaelaleitao7200]

@@SpiritMountainSilver Thank you so much for this. I have gone ahead and purchased the black wheel and yellow disc. Sourcing the white radial disc is a bit more difficult in the UK. For the time being will sand it with hand. Please if you could consider doing a video showing how to clean up inside the bezel before setting the stone if there is unmelted solder in lumps and the behind of a ring. Most videos on KZbin show this on sample areas and not on actual jewellery. Thanks once again!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

@@nichaelaleitao7200 Sure! I'd be happy to do that!! I have received numerous requests on a polishing video so I will definitely add this to my list :)

[@SpellboundFurniture]

Amazing Video and instructions 😊I’m looking to start silver smithing. Where do you source the silver from? I didn’t see a link in the comments. Thank you!

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

I have a video that talks about what silver I use (ga, softness, etc) as well as where I source it! The links are in the description of that videokzbin.info/www/bejne/mJqVZ3d3jr6dnJo

[@whitneyfinlay1078]

What brand and size torch do you use for a project like this ?

[@marjorieingersoll7886]

How did you make the star?

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

I have a full video going over the step by step process to make the stars: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJWcnHiVatKDbaM

[@aumi.jewels]

You did great Leanne…. And your you tube has really grown. You probably don’t recognize my username on KZbin but this is AUMi Jewels…. I’m still teach my silversmith classes, but I’m also starting KZbin channel on MetalClay silver… you know I feel so bad because I judge people with metal clay silver jewelry I thought oh there are just cheating. But let me tell you it’s a lot of work. Cool Tools has sponsored me and I really now appreciate those Metal Clay designers. It’s a lot more tedious work. But being a Silversmith designer myself and you know this just as well as me that the back has to look just as pretty as the front… I already started a different Instagram page that’s only dedicated to Metal Clay Silver work. And I’ve got to work on my Silver Smith Instagram page I am so behind. You know one of the things that I like with you teaching on KZbin is your voice is very soothing and I agree with you 100% Silversmithing and Metal Clay Silver is very therapeutic for me as well.. well you keep doing an awesome job I am so proud of you…🔥🔥🔥🤗👏👏👏👏👏

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

So nice to meet you! And that’s so cool! Metal clay has been on my list of things to learn!😃 I’ll defs check out your KZbin channel on that! And thank you so much for your kind words and support!❤️🙏🏻

[@aumi.jewels]

@@SpiritMountainSilver Good work deserves a lot of good praise and I think your KZbin channel is fabulous… i’m real close to getting my KZbin channel go in for Metal Clay I’ll let you know hey I’ll send you a DM on Instagram…

[@DavidALovingMPF102]

Very good. Guess I'll start another hobby..

[@summerandersen9387]

How do you make or where do you buy the decorative elements? Thank you

[@SpiritMountainSilver]

Hi Summer, in this video I go over our how I make my decorative embellishments: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJWcnHiVatKDbaM Hope this helps!