Metalsmithing for beginners

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Welcome to the exciting world of metalsmithing! Would you like to start making silver jewellery and become a silversmith? Whether you're a beginner jeweller or have some experience in other techniques, you'll need the right tools to create your beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces. In this post, we'll take a look at the most basic tools you'll need to get started! Let's start with the FORMING TOOLS: 1. PLIERS: - half round,- round,- flat nose,- chain nose,- ring bending pliers. These are…

Expand Your Metalsmithing Skills As You Make A Series Of Unique Bracelets. Whether you’re just getting started in metalsmithing or have been experimenting for years, Foundations in Metalsmithing: Bracelets will help you deepen your skills while exploring the exciting world of bracelets. From torchless techniques (like forming and riveting) to more advanced concepts (like hinges),...

Let's dive into the world of soldering metal with this beginners' jewellery making project. Join the Metalsmith Academy and access step-by-step video tutorials on making sweat soldered bracelet.

Ever wonder what you need when it comes to basic silversmithing tools and supplies? Here is a detailed look at the supplies you need as a

A Metalsmithing guide for beginners interested in making gold filled jewelry. Including a list of tools and step by step how-to guide! #metalsmithing #goldfilledjewelry #soldering #jewelrydesigner #diyjewelry

metalsmithsociety on Instagram: Here is a tip from @hghjewelryinstitute - “I use potato for fixing the prongs and soldering them, it makes supporting the prong setting…

Let's dive into the world of soldering metal with this beginners' jewellery making project. Join the Metalsmith Academy and access step-by-step video tutorials on making spinner ring.

In this guide I'm going to list the basic tools and materials you'll need to just get started with silversmithing. Since I started jewelry making using silver and joined the metalsmithing Facebook groups I've done my fair share of asking what tools others use and scouring the internet comparing tools and prices. I'm going to share only what I've found to be popular within the community or use myself.