In this video, Learn the easiest way to attach small settings. Fuse silver, create granules, solder jump rings, silver shavings, and a lot more!

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We held two Q&A classes through Chimera Art Space, in Sebastopol, CA (a non-profit art and makerspace). I made this video to focus on the issues we discussed during Chimera's, two Jewelry Q&A classes. Hope they are helpful to you! See the full-length video here:    • Soldering Q&A for Jewelers:  An Onlin...  

Tools and Materials talked about in this video:

Otto Frei
Large rectangular and round charcoal blocks.

Amazon
Butane torch tip - large: https://amzn.to/3c4iURq
French Shop Shears: https://amzn.to/3qHZneW
if you live in California, you will not be able to purchase the gas canisters for these torches online. You can find them at Asian markets or restaurant supply stores. Other states may be able to purchase online: https://amzn.to/2OtQ3xV. (thank you stupid people who blow themselves up making hash oil! {https://merryjane.com/news/california...}).
Tripod: Amazon https://amzn.to/3c8Eu7j
Tripod screen, thin mesh: https://amzn.to/2Q0BxhN

Lion Punch Forge
Lion's Claw Gold Edition at Lion Punch Forge: https://lionpunchforge.com/collection...

PepeTools
Carbide Soldering Pick: https://pepetools.com/products/carbid...

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