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16-09-2024, 01:05 PM

Kegs started a thread Selling an extensive gemstone collection in Classifieds

I used to trade gemstones and have an extensive collection remaining, which has been in storage for some years. It’s time I did something about...

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20-09-2024, 03:10 PM

Ruedeleglise started a thread Money clip…for notes in Question Time

I am being badgered to make a money clip in silver. I need advice from you knowledgeable folk please……1. Is it practical 2. How is best to temper...

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03-09-2024, 04:24 PM

NatalieH started a thread Can you solder 18ct white gold with a sievert torch just using propane? in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Hi Does anyone know if I would be able to solder 18ct white gold with a sievert torch just using propane? I have soldered 9ct white gold before...

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15-09-2024, 03:58 PM

catceefer started a thread Suitable Glue for Wood and Silver Ring in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Hello. I am making a ring with a silver liner and wood on the outside. I have used lignum vitae which is an naturally oily wood. What glue...

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26-09-2024, 07:31 AM

catceefer started a thread Suitable Finish for Olive Wood Ring in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

I was making a ring from lignum vitae with a silver liner, but the wood that I have has many hairline cracks in it and the turned rings keep breaking...

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18-09-2024, 08:52 PM

Dennis started a thread Antiques Road Show Jewellkery in Gemstones and Gem Setting

I hope you will enjoy this video of jewellery at the Antiques Road Show as much as I did, but the rather greedy reactions to the valuation not as...

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28-09-2024, 05:10 PM

Ruedeleglise started a thread Smiths little torch in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

As I have an auspicious birthday coming up I have been asked by my family what l would like. I have always wanted a Smiths little torch but I have...

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14-09-2024, 02:20 PM

indospan started a thread Silver rings in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Hi, I will be making two silver rings, about 6mm wide....wondering about: - ideal thickness, was thinking of using 0.7 or 0.8mm - soft or half...

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25-09-2024, 09:52 AM

nicks creative stuff started a thread Rather dull looking in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Hi all you twinklers, I’ve never used a household silver cleaner. I’ve always used a soft brass brush and soap to clean all my plain silver jewellery...

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23-09-2024, 06:57 AM

Liquate started a thread Hi to all in Say Hello

Hi, I am Sonya from Washington, DC. I am an Absolute beginner, and I look forward to learning more about this craft and reading hints and tips.

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23-09-2024, 06:39 AM

Kane33333 started a thread Hello all in Say Hello

Hello Ellicott City, MD! I am excited to find this forum as I am new to metal jewelry making. So... be ready for a lot of questions.

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Yesterday, 07:56 PM

dbsjewellery started a thread Hello all! in Say Hello

Hi I've introduced my business online selling 22ct gold jewellery!

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Yesterday, 10:58 PM

Anoosh replied to a thread Pattern for hollow signet ring. Formula and Design in Question Time

Hello Louis, I have the same question regarding how to calculate the arc required to allow for different round stone sizes. Have you found any...

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01-10-2024, 06:13 PM

nicks creative stuff replied to a thread Smiths little torch in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Cheers Josef, nice to hear they were great to deal with. I’m getting close to the point of having to make a decision whether to spend £100 on a...

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01-10-2024, 11:02 AM

CJ57 replied to a thread Selling an extensive gemstone collection in Classifieds

Most of us are a bit spoilt in having photos of each stone rather than being expected to inquire about your list. Your photo shows very little on here

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30-09-2024, 04:05 PM

josef1 replied to a thread Smiths little torch in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

I used the tuffnell glass set up was really good and they were great to deal with https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvffS-QfAV0

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30-09-2024, 03:49 PM

Kegs replied to a thread Selling an extensive gemstone collection in Classifieds

The initial listing specifies the stones I am selling and includes a photo: Tourmalines, spheres, garnets, beryls, peridots, quartz and a mixed...

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29-09-2024, 11:45 AM

nicks creative stuff replied to a thread Smiths little torch in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

I’ve been looking at www.tuffnellglass.com who can supply reconditioned oxygen concentrators for a lot less money with a one year guarantee.

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29-09-2024, 09:06 AM

Ruedeleglise replied to a thread Smiths little torch in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Thanks. I might have to manufacture a compelling need to visit Bristol, a town with so many memories for me when I was a student in London with girl...

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29-09-2024, 08:25 AM

nicks creative stuff replied to a thread Smiths little torch in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Hi David, I love My Smith little torch however I rarely use it for small items as I find it rather overkill. I mostly use it with the multi jet...

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28-09-2024, 04:57 AM

china replied to a thread Suitable Finish for Olive Wood Ring in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

You beat me to it Peter, i was not absolutely sure although I know in the world of pen makers they use litres of it.

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27-09-2024, 09:22 AM

ps_bond replied to a thread Suitable Finish for Olive Wood Ring in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Superglue works well. Multiple coats using lens tissue, allowing it to dry between coats (BTDT :D ) and once you've got a thick coating built up it...

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27-09-2024, 04:27 AM

china replied to a thread Selling an extensive gemstone collection in Classifieds

What photos, what list ?

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26-09-2024, 07:14 PM

nicks creative stuff replied to a thread Rather dull looking in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

That works well Caroline, ended up using a big squirt of toothpaste on a plastic nail brush. All came up nice even the Amber looks brighter … N

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26-09-2024, 02:00 PM

Kegs replied to a thread Selling an extensive gemstone collection in Classifieds

Please see the list of stones and the photos ;-)

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26-09-2024, 09:17 AM

Dennis replied to a thread Suitable Finish for Olive Wood Ring in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

To finish olive wood, well obviously olive oil. Apply liberally, allow to dry and then rub up. This will give a matte finish, and need repeating from...

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26-09-2024, 08:53 AM

catceefer replied to a thread Suitable Finish for Olive Wood Ring in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Thsnk you, Caroline. I was surprised, but I have found the hairline cracks in a number of pieces. I must have been unlucky.

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26-09-2024, 08:44 AM

CJ57 replied to a thread Suitable Finish for Olive Wood Ring in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

How strange for the lignum to crack but I’ve only been using bowling balls for years which are very dense with no problems at all. That would have...

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26-09-2024, 07:25 AM

catceefer replied to a thread Suitable Glue for Wood and Silver Ring in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Thank you for the replies and suggestions, which are helpful. I have now bought some araldite. James.

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25-09-2024, 10:18 PM

nicks creative stuff replied to a thread Rather dull looking in Need Help? Ask the Experts!

Thanks Caroline, I’ll definitely try the softly softly approach with toothpaste first, I think I even have a cheap ultrasonic toothbrush in the...

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