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Sorry Daisy, I do agree with you about not dragging previous comments that serve no positive purpose, however since Dennis has added to the thread with a part directed to me I wish to answer. ...

Thank you so much for clarifying things George. Daisy's response would indicate that she felt some negativitiy to her query, so sorry that you didn't like my response. I for one think that its a...

DaisyDaisy, I think this is a brilliant idea! I'm sure that there are folk who read (and hope contribute to) this forum, who can help you develop this idea into something you want to take forward. ...

Hello Pat, I've trawled through some of the jewellery tool websites looking for a set of tweezers for you (within budget) and came across these from Cousins. The tweezers are called 'Soldering...

My first book and still my favourite is by Sylvia Wicks called Jewellery Making Manual, How to design and make your own jewellery. It looks a little dated, but the information is plenty and easy to...

If you would like to speak to someone about the different options, then the staff at Cousins in Birmingham (not their helpline though) or anyone at Walsh's or even Suttons would be a starting point. ...

Couldn't say Peter, I've not seen the books you mention so unable to compare :( The book I have was recommended by 3 different hand engraving tutors, so I guess they rate it :) Its the only book,...

Hi, I agree with Carole, it takes time and practice, though you say that you are up for that, so go for it! I usually hand engrave with a graver/scroper and would recommend this book 'Engraving on...

Hi shaiadancer

It depends what you want really, if you are just starting out and have little money to invest in tools that you don't know whether you will continue to use, then yes you can use...

Hi Tim, a big welcome to the forum, good to see new folk on the forum with lots to share! :)

Are you sure its just gold in there?

I've used one of these... works ok for small pieces, got stainless steel shot from Manchester Minerals as they were the cheapest at the time. Found that I needed to tilt it slightly, by wedging...

Judy, I always love looking at your work, you are very talented. Thanks for showing and have a great Christmas!

Thanks Tabby for sharing your work with us, your work is an inspiration :) It would be really good if you were to share the advice you recieve too :) as I know I could really do with learning as...

Hi Rainbow

I started a few years ago when I went along to an taster evening class with a friend (I went really to 'hold her hand') and loved the course from the first demonstration and hands on...

Hi Lynne

I did a course with you last year and really enjoyed it! I think I went a little cross eyed and then became totally addicted, brilliant! Good to see you here!

Wheely, have googled this query and more recently have found my question! Could Cooksons gold refinery experts shed any light? Here's hoping...

Hi, I've been working with gold recently and wonder if the emery paper etc that I've used is worth recycling in any way? If so, how? Cheers!:Y:

Hi Tabby, this happens all the time (especially on Freepost weekends). The Cookson website seems really unstable and IS very frustrating! You are always left hoping that once you have placed your...

Pod, totally agree with Bigwol's suggestion, though I would be inclined to stick with hard solder especially if you are going to bash it up a size (technical term:) )

Hi Sonia, I am no expert but have found the Coles book to be a bit 'out' with its measurements, they don't tend to correspond with other reference books (though apart from that its a brill book for a...

Hi!

This sounds so familiar! The last thing I made was a fairly thick bangle and I had the same problem. I just couldn't heat the bangle enough with my small cooksons torch for the solder to run...

Thanks! I never really know what's the best approach and this really helps, cheers!:merryxmas:

Hi, sorry, I've not sent any jewellery via any postal or delivery services, so afraid I can't help at all. Just wanted to respond though as your post looked a little lonely!

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Just wondered what folk do when they are commissioned to produce a piece of jewellery (silver and gold)? Do you produce a contract to specify what the expectations are (for both parties)? If...