It’s great to see your progress from these earlier videos to your videos of today 😊😊😊😊
@kerrylindsay68714 жыл бұрын
I'm a complete beginner and have been watching some of your videos - they're amazing, you're so positive and friendly and your videos are really informative - thank you, I will definitely be watching more :-)
@casekendrick23673 жыл бұрын
instaBlaster...
@candaceb.89783 жыл бұрын
Thank you for being so generous.
@nariwarihuicab5634 Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for sharing. Greetings from the Mexican Caribbean
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Жыл бұрын
My pleasure! Thank you for watching :))
@busrayardim10 ай бұрын
I am a beginner and watching all your videos currently, I am afraid I will start seeing you in my dreams soon ! 😂 😅❤
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing9 ай бұрын
hahaha, oh no! That would be too much! 😂 Thank you, I'm glad you're enjoying my videos (even those old ones hahaha, it's hard for me to watch them now lol)
@paulinelevesque4 жыл бұрын
I love your editing :) It is so funny and smart. Could you do a step by step tutorial on polishing? I always have the feeling I do so many steps and I still don't get a shiny enough surface.
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing4 жыл бұрын
thank you so much Pauline! Of course, this is a good idea :) I struggled with polishing too. I can tell you now, that the key is sanding. Proper cleaning and sanding, to make sure the surface is even, and all deep scratches are removed. Once you have what looks like satin finish, you can mowe onto next stages of pre-polishing and polishing.
@eljay01102 жыл бұрын
@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing what is pre polishing and polishing?
@ahmedelansari11204 жыл бұрын
I am so happy to flow you from Morocco,
@kendahettinger98094 жыл бұрын
Make sure you tie your hair back too. I accidentally got my hair caught in a rotary tool. Very painful. Thanks for the informative videos!
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing4 жыл бұрын
Yes! That's a very important one 😀 Thank you for watching!
@rebelzenart14065 жыл бұрын
That's beautiful Erin!.. well done!
@alexandramarberry1023 Жыл бұрын
An expert on everything polish and everything Polish 😄
@kathybradbury3 жыл бұрын
One tool I highly recommend is a micro motor in leu of a flexshaft. It does the same thing, but is easier to manipulate because you don’t have to worry about keeping the cable straight.
@liliana.60533 жыл бұрын
Are they powerful enough for the job too?
@kathybradbury3 жыл бұрын
@@liliana.6053 it would depend on the maker. I’d suggest doing an internet search asking that very question, as doubtless people in forums have discussed the subject in depth. I have a micro motor (an EBay purchase, Marathon 2) I don’t know if the dedicated jewelers’ (Foredom or Swiss brands) handpeices are comparable with it, but I use the ones commonly offered on EBay for about $40-and it works for sanding, grinding and polishing.
@hanisefizal55115 жыл бұрын
Great video for me to start learning about silversmith & jewellery making :D
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing5 жыл бұрын
amazing to hear that! Thanks so much for watching :)
@collaborativeclockworks5 жыл бұрын
It's nice to see that you love what you're doing :) it's inspiring really.
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing5 жыл бұрын
thank you so much! That's very sweet xx
@flyingcheff4 жыл бұрын
Always so great!
@stephanpoulsdelaford2991 Жыл бұрын
Hi I'm new to this and be honest I couldn't ask for a beautiful up lifting person as yourself bless I look forwards to picking your my Nd on silversmithing as time goes by thank you for your lightening videohugs x
@stevecoster3224 жыл бұрын
Hiya, again. A small point or two on the tumbler;- Use flat cola the first time with no jewellery it stops the black from the drum. The shot in the drum burnishes the jewellery so no scratch removing but it does work harden.
@user-iv2xo3dn5o4 жыл бұрын
فكرة رائعة
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing4 жыл бұрын
شكرا
@felixcat97362 жыл бұрын
You can get a...Dremel Flexible shaft attachment for your Dremel 3000 making it much easier to handle for a length of time or hard to reach places.
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing2 жыл бұрын
totally! I've gotten one later on and before I upgraded to Foredom. Flex shaft was a life saver haha :)
@coralfoliage84 жыл бұрын
ur videos are so helpful!! thank u thank u ☺️
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing4 жыл бұрын
You're so welcome! ❤️
@jdeinteriordesign53324 жыл бұрын
Hi ! just in case ... regarding the rotary tool, now you can buy an extension, so this extended cord is much lighter. Thanks for those wonderful videos. Teri
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing4 жыл бұрын
Hi Teri, you're right! I've had the flex shaft for the Dremel, it was a great addition and a life saver. Definitely worth the money!
@stevecoster3225 жыл бұрын
Hiya dear lady and thank you for a great video. With the drum use battery top up water from Halfords or similar, no minerals or sediment in it so cleaner drum and jewellery. If you want a matt finish on a chain work it with a brass brush and fairy liquid and water, just hold the chain in your open hand and scrub away.
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing5 жыл бұрын
nice, good advice, thanks Steve :))
@dawnstmichell73562 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your videos
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing2 жыл бұрын
And I appreciate you watching, thank you! 🙏
@fashionablyadorned27376 жыл бұрын
the tumbler will also work harden your wire if you do any wire wrapping.. That's where I've started and now I'm slowing starting to get into smithing. I LOVE my tumbler! I just made some lave bead diffuser bar necklaces and FYI the lava beads oxidized my shot and the necklace but I experimented and threw in a couple more things and I think I've gotten it all out.. I'll know soon enough ;)
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing6 жыл бұрын
Hi! Thank you so much for your comment, yes, that's absolutely right about work hardening. I'm actually pretty excited for that as some of my pieces are too soft and could really use some tumbling :) Did you put Lava beads into the tumbler? Good luck with your work! Btw, lovely channel, keep working!:)
@fashionablyadorned27376 жыл бұрын
yes I put the lava beads into my tumbler once I finished the necklace, I like to make my own eye and hook clasps so the tumbler is easiest for hardening that stuff. Im thinking I might just buy new shot and then just swapping it out and I can oxidize and harden at once or harden and shine with my other shot.. I have a loratone tumbler and it was well worth the money!
@jasonsgems33696 жыл бұрын
If you tumble your shot with some classic coke it will remove the oxide. Make sure to wash off the sugars before you dry the shot and barrel.
@evelinesouren-vanhorne45715 жыл бұрын
How do you know, how long you have to tumble?? Is it something you have to try out or is there some sorte of gideline?
@backstreetbaabe5 жыл бұрын
Love your videos! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and passion!
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Anna!! ❤️❤️❤️
@WanezaLitaiff4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@butterkeksgangster66855 жыл бұрын
You‘re doing this so well! Thanks so much for the help
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing5 жыл бұрын
you are so very welcome :) thank you
@cruisinnc2 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure when this video was made, but hopefully you've discovered that Dremel makes a flex shaft attachment which might ease your hand pain!? Great videos. I just subscribed!
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing2 жыл бұрын
That's so true, that's an older video and the flex shaft was a discovery of a lifetime hahaha 😁 Everyone should get one if they use a pendant motor or a rotary tool, it's a life saver. Thank you! ❤️
@megangreen23706 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such informative and gorgeous videos. I have a tumbler question if you don't mind- Can you tumble finished jewelry with stones? Would it loosen the stone setting?
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your lovely comment! :) You can tumble jewellery with stones, however you have to be very careful as what stones you are putting in there! Some are very soft and will be left with scratches unfortunately. I once tumbled Labradorite and it had some scratches left. Nothing happened to Rose Quartz and Amazonite but It may be because I didn't keep them inside for long. None of these stones got loosened up though. Generally avoid tumbling jewellery with stones or protect the stone with protective tape for example (the very same that you would use on your fingers!). I hope that helps! xx
@michaelhudson87002 жыл бұрын
Way late, but the tumbler will also work harden your piece, just saying. Good vid even for those with experience
@farmerandy826 жыл бұрын
Hi, great video with lots of info, I quickly checked on Amazon and I see you can get a flex shaft for your model Dremel, search for the Dremel 225-01 Flex shaft, your hands will thank you if you decide to invest in one. Greetings from sunny South Africa!
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Andy! And thanks for checking that for me, I really need to get it asap. I wish we had warm, sunny weather here too :) Enjoy the Sun and have a great day!
@TakeMeAWeigh6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. I'm building a list of tools. I knew about the Dremel, but had no idea about the flex shaft. You are awesome!
@Rafa.Z5 жыл бұрын
I was going to write that too
@kristinperdue63924 жыл бұрын
Would you say that Fordham is the best flex shaft or are there other, less expensive flex shafts you might recommend?
@maurissae7655 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your videos. They have been amazingly helpful learning how to Silversmith at home. When you are polishing do you use any wax for on your rotary tools?
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing5 жыл бұрын
Hi! So happy to hear that Maurissa, thanks so much for watching! :) Hmm, I'm not really using anything to be honest. Only with mops, I use LUXI polishing compounds. Other than that, no wax
@jasonsgems33696 жыл бұрын
I'd second the getting of the flex shaft and a stand for the Dremel. If you wanted you can future proof yourself a little and get one that takes Foredom style keyed shaft handpieces - of course you'd have to get a handpiece as well.
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing6 жыл бұрын
Hi Jason, thanks you so much for your comment! I already got Dremel's flex shaft and now I'm checking if it's a good fit. I didn't like how it worked in the beginning but I decided to give it some more time. If it still works poorly, I will much consider your advice! As for the stand, I got the cheap one from Amazon and that was a HUGE mistake - don't do that guys! Just go and get something tall and sturdy :)
@jasonsgems33696 жыл бұрын
Tell me about it, I had to tape it up to stop it sliding down all the time. It's now been retired and replaced. Cousins have a coupe that might be worth looking at www.cousinsuk.com/category/foredom-pendant-drill-hangers-clamps
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing6 жыл бұрын
Mine doesn't even slide down but it instantly started bending, terrible. And it's not even the right height, no idea what I was thinking ordering it. This one from cousins looks good! Also, thanks for sharing the site too!
@jasonlowery13696 жыл бұрын
Other useful sites (UK based) Bellore Rashbel www.rashbel.co.uk/jewellery-findings - Manchester Minerals www.manchesterminerals.co.uk/ - HS Walsh & Sons www.hswalsh.com/ - Kernowcraft www.kernowcraft.com/ - Palmer Metals www.palmermetals.co.uk/
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing6 жыл бұрын
that is so awesome! Thanks :)) I knew some but others are new. This is very helpful as I'm planning to make a video about good and trusted sites for supplies, so big thanks for your help!
@deana84814 жыл бұрын
Can you make a vid about the rotary tool bits and how to begin using those?
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing4 жыл бұрын
Hi! I've got one actually, check it out 😍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoerZ6udpsaXfKM I will make some more in the future, so stay tuned :))
@deana84814 жыл бұрын
Stardust Mine Jewellery Yay!! You're the best!!💗
@nancymendez50143 жыл бұрын
Hi! Do you use jeweler's rouge?
@alicerosa67664 жыл бұрын
I have just subscribed to your channel. You are so cute and you have a sweet personality, I like the way you explained the projects . Thank you so much🤗.
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Alice, really appreciate it! You are so sweet my girl!
@kimpetri67503 жыл бұрын
I learned the hard way about polishing chain too! Never again will I do that! 🤕
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing3 жыл бұрын
oooh no, that must've been awful! Hope you didn't get hurt ❤️ Thank you for watching
@bogdanmihai3084 жыл бұрын
Hi, I really like your videos, I think I watched them 2-3 times each :) Can you tell me where you bought the polish discs? The yellow, blue and green ones? Thank you in advance.
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your comment! :) I'm super happy you like my videos. I found these at Cooksongold, Cousins UK sell them too
@JayDub_1434 жыл бұрын
I just love your videos... I wanted to ask you, have you ever used the pro polish pads? They were a true game changer for me. Especially for the chain.. 😬😁💗
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching! 💗 Oooh, I haven't used them! Can you share the link? I'd love to try them out 😀
@JayDub_1434 жыл бұрын
@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing www.riogrande.com/product/ProPolishPolishingPads/337020?gclsrc=aw.ds&&gclid=Cj0KCQjwyPbzBRDsARIsAFh15JaEU9UH_I61lEMvtH93mYuoXn7HY3xA8CZDCk_Q-mgTASa2hlaCITUaAjWQEALw_wcB these are the ones on RIO they are truly brilliant. Let me know what ya think.
@Ellofez4 жыл бұрын
May I ask what was your first language ? But English was not your doing great ! I Grew up speaking Spanish and Italiano my parents let use learn English at school . Thank you for sharing all your knowledge with us . Can't thank you enough! Happy creating !
@rebelzenart14065 жыл бұрын
You're so cute and enthusiastic 😃
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing5 жыл бұрын
thank you dear! ♥😚
@butterkeksgangster66855 жыл бұрын
What would you recommend for beginners? Is a file and sand paper enough?
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing5 жыл бұрын
Files, sand papers and buffing sticks (+polishing papers) can give you a pretty good results :) Not the best, but enough in the beginning stage :)
@wirayadabutram78892 жыл бұрын
❤️❤️
@busrayardim10 ай бұрын
One quick Quention, can we use the attachments of foredom on dremel ?
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing9 ай бұрын
I think so, yes! I use the same attachments, they have a standard shanks, so you might need to check if the handpiece you have matches those shanks :)
@Bonnie-sd7et4 жыл бұрын
But where's youuuuuur mug from!! I'm trying to figure out how to get jewellery making supplies in Hong Kong. Maybe Rio Grande is the best option for me, hmm.
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing4 жыл бұрын
Got it as a gift from my friends over 8 years ago :) Yes, Rio might be the best choice, it's a great supplier. Good luck! :)
@ems35314 жыл бұрын
When tumbling do I put in the piece with the gemstone in it or will it break?
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing4 жыл бұрын
some stones are hard enough and will be ok, like quartz, but most of the time they might get damaged when used with steel shot. It's best to tumble before setting the stones, but if you have to put in the pieces with stones in them, you can protect the stones with the tape, so wrap them nicely and it should be ok :)
@ems35314 жыл бұрын
Stardust Mine Jewellery thank you! I’m just starting so super excited
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing4 жыл бұрын
@@ems3531 wow, have fun girl! I'm sure you'll love it :))
@ems35314 жыл бұрын
Stardust Mine Jewellery thank you!!
@Nionearth2 жыл бұрын
what do you think about the tumbler with sand?
@insantonua5 жыл бұрын
Sooo, almost a year later.. was the tumbler worth the money?
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing5 жыл бұрын
YES! With the dainty jewellery I make it's very important to work harden the rings and studs etc. and this tumbler helps a lot. And polishes jewellery as well!
@insantonua5 жыл бұрын
wait the tumbling process work hardens the items?
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing5 жыл бұрын
Yes, it does :) "The hardening depth [of the metal] will depend on how powerful your tumbler is and how long you run it for" as someone said on the forum. I always tumble my silver dainty rings for few hours, otherwise the band would change shape easily
@TheAmber522 жыл бұрын
Excellent informative information given but I found the music in the the back ground too distracting.
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing2 жыл бұрын
I agree, these were my first videos and I was still learning how to make them. The cringe I feel seeing them now is massive haha I plan on remaking them into newer, better versions :)
@mohsinali6606 жыл бұрын
Hi great video i like your videos you have very beautiful eyes love you teacher
@TheArtOfMetalsmithing6 жыл бұрын
Aww, that's so sweet, thank you! :) So glad you enjoy my videos
@mohsinali6606 жыл бұрын
Thank
@mykerivers8334 Жыл бұрын
love girl. i think your great. i hate the music... i have to find a broad like her lol broad lol
@mykerivers8334 Жыл бұрын
honestly. i could not watch it. the music kills it. sorry.