Hello
I wan to solder a a copper rod that is approx 13mm to 0.9mm copper sheet
any advise on this? Can I use silver solder with my propane gas torch?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions,...
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Hello
I wan to solder a a copper rod that is approx 13mm to 0.9mm copper sheet
any advise on this? Can I use silver solder with my propane gas torch?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions,...
Ha! OK, that explains a lot! Don't worry, won't touch it!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mini-Spot-Welder-Laser-Spot-Welding-Machine-Jewelry-Tool-DX-30A-220V-/371364123192?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368
haven't looked into this much, hence me asking on here...
Thanks Peter,
Well, I have been trying to use tick wire and work harden them too, but they sometimes do open, especially if I'm working on small pieces that require small rings.
I had a quick...
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I am thinking of purchasing a laser welder. I work with slate and the main reason I am after a Laser welder is because I can't solder the jumprings after I've attached to the slate. Can...
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I'm just wondering if there are any short courses like a one day / two days for Stone Setting. I have come across a few that are longer, but because of family life, I can't get away for...
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Wonder if anyone could advise me on what size tools I need for round f 2mm faceted stone tube setting
Cooksons don't supply thick walled jointing tube smaller than 3.15mm outside diameter...
I have been commissioned to create a pendant using a a piece of coal within the design. Any tips on what type of coal to use, setting coal, cutting, polishing ect would be very handy!
Thank you...
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I am looking for a company to laser images / words on to slate (for cufflinks) the company I used to use have closed down, any suggestions?!!!
Thank you very much, Mari
Thank you, yes, made the slate daffodils myself - all by hand :)
Thank you Dennis,
Handy tips, It is Slate that I want to set, so your 2nd option would work, I like the idea of the textured edge too,
thanks for your time, Mari
Here is a Crown that I've made for an event in Wales, made from Silver, 9ct Gold, Welsh Slate and Wool6169
Hello! Just a quick question, would you use a rub over setting to set a flat stone in to a bezel? Any tips are welcome!
Thanks :)
Hello,
I'm depletion gilding silver sheet, I am either going to keep the pieces as a white finish or I will use a scotchbrite pad very finely over the silver to create a satin finish. I am just...
Thank you James,
Sorry, I forgot to say, it is sheet that I'm after, around 4mm
Thank you for answering so quickly, Mari
Can anyone let me know where I can purchase green gold?
Thank you very much, Mari
Hello! Can anyone let me know of a good photo etching place? Thank you very much :)
would you use elastic or some kind of 'shoe lace' idea to make the band adjust?
Yes, I don't see why not...... I would like to keep the 'fluidity' of the crown to flow all the way round, so this method could be an option? What would be the best way to attach fabric to metal,...
I have been commissioned to design a crown and it needs to be able to adjust to fit whoever wins the crown, any suggestions how to go about this? The Crown will be made out of sheet silver. Thanks...
Thank you Carole, contacted the company above and sounds like they can sort it out! Very friendly too! Thanks again!
Hello and Happy New Year!
I’ve been commissioned to make a limited edition of 100 pendants. I will be setting silver on slate. I attach a very quick drawing of my design. I want to know if there...
Hello, me again!
I'm looking into buying an ultasonic machine. I have been using a mixture of ammonia, washing up liquid and hot water.
Is it worth buing an ultrasnonic, and if so will the £30 /...
I’ve made a necklace and struggling to get the right finish on it. What I’m trying to achieve is to get the smooth silver background in a satin finish / matt white and then have the gold sheet...
This is also a good idea! Thanks!