Hi, I am new to the forum and completely new to jewellery making. Was totally hooked after a one day ring making workshop in February and am now doing an evening class.
Had inadvertently posted this question in the wrong section of the forum so have reposted it here in the hope someone might be able to help.
Like many beginners, I have been trying to practice making copper rings at home. Still struggling to get the join just right and not over / under do the amount of solder. After re-sawing the join and much fiddling with pliers the join appears ok but seems to open up or distort when heated. I then file it too much and end up with a thin section on the ring
I thought I could try a honeycomb board with pins to help stop things moving. Other than size, is there any difference between the ceramic and metal pins and if so would one be better suited for this task?
Any other advice for a total newbie also very welcome!
Thanks, Tess
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