Robert Lopez on Instagram: "Texture Time!!! Quick demo of fused silver filings on a sheet of Argentium Silver Sheet. This will be the base for a cuff I’m working on. Most people use saw filings that they catch and save but I don’t saw that much, soooooo I found this key duplicator that I use to make a fat pile of silver filings in minutes. #metalsmith #silversmith #handmadejewelry #artisanjewelry #instajewelry #fusedsilver #argentium #silvercuff #contemporaryjewelry #metalsmithing…

Beginners Sawing and Piercing Project: This simple Sawing and Piercing project is perfect for the beginner. I've designed a simple leaf pattern but this project can be used with any sawing and piercing design that emphasizes negative space. Although I roller printed the top plate, you co…

If you want to move on from basic jewelry making techniques to more challenging methods such as soldering, hammering and stone setting, this page gives a comprehensive introduction for beginners.

I like doing these for fun. They keep my hands busy. Havent done any recently. Ive been getting a lot of custom work. Hand sawed copper plates.

Handcrafted Artisan Jewelry on Instagram: "Riveting...my version There's a bunch more work to smooth and polish (you wouldn't want a pendant to snag on the wearer's blouse or shirt) but this is the gist of it. #reclassified_treasure . . . #howtomake #howtorivet #makearivet #rivet #makeit #riveting #metaljewelry #metalwork #metalworking #pendantnecklace #pendant #designernecklace #artnecklace #coppernecklace #neckwear #handmadenecklace #artjewelry #metaljewelry #designerjewelry…

How to Make Any Shape Out of Metal - Maker Monologues In today's tutorial I'm going to walk you through some very simple steps that once you hone the skills you can make just about anything when it comes to sheet metal. This project is perfect for the novice jeweler! I'll admit, working with sheet metal is not my favorite, I prefer to work with wire. But I've learned a thing or two about how to saw out virtually any shape you want out of sheet metal to make pendants, rings or just charms.