How to make DAINTY RINGS with cabochon gemstones! Making rings at home. Tutorial

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  • čas přidán 9. 01. 2023
  • How to make dainty silver rings with cabochon gemstones! Today I have another step by step tutorial for you, showing you how to make these simple yet beautiful silver rings with lovely opal gemstones :) Enjoy watching!
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  • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
    @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před rokem +37

    Hi! So happy to see you here, I hope this step by step tutorial will help you learn how to make these simple but awesome rings! Will you try the one with an open back bezel??
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  • @katarina2438
    @katarina2438 Před rokem +53

    Some extras if interested, from a fellow goldsmith :
    If you use less solder, you wouldn't even need to file it away afterwards, saving both money, time and strain. Also if you do have excess solder, file it away before shaping, it will alter the shape of the ring. It might feel safer to use more solder, but you used perhaps 3x more than this ring needed!
    Also when you use your finger to push that bezel down on the file, be aware that you will push more on one side than the other, so it is good to change way a couple of times so that it remains straight, or push with two fingers from above so it files straight.
    Punch hole a little closer to your edge, ofc not too close, but you could easily have gotten away with a mm distance here.
    When soldering a bezel to a plate, it will require less heat, time and strain on the solder if you cut it into smaller pieces and lay it evenly around the wall instead of one big piece; the heat can make it overheat and create bubbles when so large.
    It looks more elegant and feels more stable with a ring where the bezel is soldered between the band, not on top.
    Very good to use as much hard solder as possible!
    Thank you for sharing, and the inspiration!

  • @jeephairdontcare1631
    @jeephairdontcare1631 Před rokem +29

    I laughed so hard when you showed us where the lost gem was! 🤣 I'd like to say thank you for sharing your stories and teaching us the art of silversmithing jewerly. It has always been a dream of mine, but I never knew where to start. You have inspired me so much to finally give it a try. I have a lot to learn, but because of you, it has brought back that strong desire without hopelessness to give it a go. You and your work are absolutely beautiful! Thank you! ❤❤❤

    • @j.whiteoak6408
      @j.whiteoak6408 Před rokem +1

      Ditto, Ditto, and Ditto! I'm so inspired to finally invest in the tools/materials and commit! I do have some beautiful faceted & unfaceted gemstone Cabochons that are too small for beaded bezels, some of the tools, so I don't need to invest much more money to make it happen... But she makes it all look so easy..when I know that it will take years of practise to be half as good ❤️ I wish you well in your own endeavours 😊

    • @jeephairdontcare1631
      @jeephairdontcare1631 Před rokem

      @@j.whiteoak6408 she truly does! All the best to you as well! ❤️

    • @sophialo1724
      @sophialo1724 Před 8 měsíci

      i always roll/flatten my solder more so it’s very very thin and you use less

  • @TheSharkhugger
    @TheSharkhugger Před 4 měsíci +2

    What a great tutorial. Just shows you that you don't need all the expensive stuff, very encouraging for someone like me who is wanting to get into silver smithing. Thank you!

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před 4 měsíci +1

      You're very welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it, Thank you so much for watching :) And I completely agree - you don't need ALL of the tools, especially when getting started. While there are certain tools that are necessary and some investment is inevitable with metalsmithing, there's no need to get everything all at once :)

  • @simonpidgeon949
    @simonpidgeon949 Před rokem +34

    That missing opal would have made me panic, that tape is good stuff 😬.

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před rokem +8

      To be honest, I was too dumbfounded and the shock hasn't set in yet, I just could not fathom where it went, when it was RIGHT THERE in front of me the moment earlier haha 🤣

    • @carlapilbro1344
      @carlapilbro1344 Před rokem +2

      🤣🤣

    • @oakmaiden2133
      @oakmaiden2133 Před 9 měsíci +8

      Once was playing badminton with friends, til the birdie was lost seemingly mid flight. When I got home and removed my jacket, the birdie was in my hoodie 😂

    • @BellaVidaMercy
      @BellaVidaMercy Před 8 měsíci

      That’s funny! 😇

  • @flyingcheff
    @flyingcheff Před rokem +20

    Basia, your work is so well done. I am referring your channel to my students. Your channel and your talent are a very valuable resource, and such an excellent example of good teaching. Many can do, few can teach (well). And your videos are so gorgeous to watch. 👏👏👏

  • @AlexisTwoLastNames
    @AlexisTwoLastNames Před 8 měsíci +4

    i’ve recently learned that bezel set is one of the easiest to do and so that makes sense why this is so approachable. that’s so cool. i love connecting points of learning.

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před 8 měsíci

      It really is! Once you learn the technique and practice a little, it's very straightforward and fun :) And it's a great base for other setting techniques, too

  • @nanaman
    @nanaman Před 8 měsíci +1

    You’re a breath of fresh air for sure.
    The panic-chills moment is priceless 😄

  • @Marsha-Boyd
    @Marsha-Boyd Před 3 měsíci +1

    that open bezel ring accents the opal beautifully! The flash tho! Great video Basia, especially love that you left in the silly moment of finding the opal on your arm.. giving "where is my phone, when you're on a call" vibes side note.... I did it! Thank you for all your tutorials and guidance, I have officially soldered my first pendant a full back, bezel set turquoise (pear cut) with a tube set Apatite facet dangle I didn't melt a single thing lol am going to learn polishing this week to finish the project, I couldn't have done so well on the first try without your channel and concisely delivered knowledge, Thank you again!!!

  • @carmie_bas
    @carmie_bas Před 11 měsíci +17

    This requires incredible patience and you make it look so easy! I’ve gathered all my supplies, but I had to take a break from trying because it’s so hard lol 😂 I finally have the courage to try again 2 months later

    • @annasimons389
      @annasimons389 Před 3 měsíci

      yes metalsmithing is a lot of work. This is just for a basic piece. When I Started I bought sooo many tools and it gets expensive.

    • @carmie_bas
      @carmie_bas Před 3 měsíci

      @@annasimons389 I’ve spent so much. I had to take a break because I injured myself while wax working ironically enough which felt safer

  • @elainebates6967
    @elainebates6967 Před rokem +1

    Great work, and thank you for the instructions for the bezels. I am going to make an open-back gemstone necklace.

  • @AlaskanGirl-vm7lp
    @AlaskanGirl-vm7lp Před rokem

    Well done! Thank you for sharing. It is always nice to get another idea for silver smithing!

  • @NeoThirteen
    @NeoThirteen Před rokem

    I love your channel and love the concise instruction! Great, soothing voice as well.

  • @RobbyMatthias
    @RobbyMatthias Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing your process with us!Very helpful to 'hobbyist' like myself!🥂

  • @noranelbannan
    @noranelbannan Před rokem

    This was sooo helpful Basia, I learned a lot

  • @altinhandmadejewelry
    @altinhandmadejewelry Před rokem +1

    So pretty. 😍. As I'm a complete beginner, your videos are great and I'm always learning so much.

  • @juanitaleak6482
    @juanitaleak6482 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I am honestly surprised! There is so much more work than I expected. This is such an art. I’m not sure what I was expecting but there is A LOT to consider!!! 😮

    • @annasimons389
      @annasimons389 Před 3 měsíci

      yes metalsmithing is a lot of work. This is just for a basic piece. When I Started I bought sooo many tools and it gets expensive.

  • @johngpreston1784
    @johngpreston1784 Před rokem

    Definitely going to have a go at these.

  • @marybeth808
    @marybeth808 Před 7 měsíci

    This is mesmerizing, what a fun video!

  • @MrDutchman100
    @MrDutchman100 Před 2 měsíci

    Absolutely amazing I’m learning how to do jewelry making and I actually learned something from you that I didn’t know how to do. Thank you.

  • @Mass-jab-death-2025
    @Mass-jab-death-2025 Před rokem

    Love the Opal, so attractive and colourful like you. 😍

  • @honeywisedesigns6965
    @honeywisedesigns6965 Před rokem

    This was super informative and well made. I'm excited to try to make rings! I find that using a mitre jig helps me get the edges nice and clean for soldering bands

  • @vikkimadeley4442
    @vikkimadeley4442 Před rokem

    Thanks Basia, I found this video very helpful and picked up a couple of tips 🙏

  • @pkgoldopalhunting
    @pkgoldopalhunting Před rokem

    nice work girl nothing better than opal, i love cutting opal stones

  • @marinasuisse4044
    @marinasuisse4044 Před rokem

    Thank you so much for sharing us how to set stone 🙏😍

  • @PositiveActionMan
    @PositiveActionMan Před rokem +1

    Can I say, your videos are excellent. Thorough and brief at the same time. I love seeing how you fix mistakes and overcome problems. Perhaps a few handy hacks/tips to fix mistakes would be a great?

  • @susanvisser616
    @susanvisser616 Před rokem

    Thanks Basia, i'm definitely going to try a ring with the tiny opal i have. It's too small to try an open back, but the wire inside to lift the gem is a great idea

  • @iLitAfuseiCantStop
    @iLitAfuseiCantStop Před 7 měsíci

    These rings are simply gorgeous!! Ive always wanted to learn jewelry making using this technique. I have heaps of beautiful seaglass Ive collected over the years & woukd live to turn them into rings & pendants, but really have no idea how to learn all the techniques or where to get supplies

  • @laura-hr2rj
    @laura-hr2rj Před 11 měsíci

    I loved this!!

  • @fionacolourful
    @fionacolourful Před 6 měsíci

    Really helpful video, thank you. So interesting!

  • @cheri6785
    @cheri6785 Před 7 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful art and being an inspiration❣️💞

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před 7 měsíci

      It's my pleasure, thank you! I'm very happy you've been enjoying my videos ❤

  • @m.gutierr7520
    @m.gutierr7520 Před 4 měsíci

    Amazing work!! Thankyou!

  • @justiceblackwolf369
    @justiceblackwolf369 Před měsícem

    subbed ! 😍 great tutorial, ive been wanting to get into jewelry making

  • @marioleon1439
    @marioleon1439 Před rokem

    Just watched with my 3 kiddos. We were all intrigued and you received 3 wows at your finished products

  • @hausofdamo3396
    @hausofdamo3396 Před rokem

    Would you ever consider making some of your previous videos again but more of a tutorial? I love your stacking and hammered ring videos but would love more detail like in this! Love your work, you’re an inspiration!

  • @SC-rb2jr
    @SC-rb2jr Před 5 měsíci

    You skill and your videos are both excellent 😊

  • @ethereal369
    @ethereal369 Před 10 měsíci

    Excellent tutorial!

  • @PhoenixCreationsKaTyJs
    @PhoenixCreationsKaTyJs Před 9 měsíci +5

    Love these, especially the open bezel. Love the colours in opals. I must work out my ring size and save up for one of these beautiful simple rings. I watch for moonstone and Alexandrite too as those are my birthstones! I watch for a very simple bezel with moonstone and Alexandrite, but would be good with Opal as well - hubby doesn’t like Pearl s he grew up with the old adage that pearls are bad luck. These are gorgeous and I love watching the process. I’d love to try this,
    Hubby had to get his wedding ring cut off and didn’t want a replacement, one day I’d love to make something from the metal of his ring. 😊😊😊

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před 9 měsíci +1

      That's so sweet, thank you so much, love! :) I appreciate it a lot. Oh yeah, I heard that about the pearls, that some believe they're bad luck. Well, considering they come from a living organism, one can argue that we're not suppose to harvest them. I can see the point here.
      Moonstone and alexandrite are gorgeous! I'm on the lookout for some lovely and flashy moonstones to make open rings like these opal ones. Hopefully I'll be able to buy some soon :)
      And yes, I['m sure one day you'll be able to make your own ring bands! It really isn't that difficult and I;m sure you'd enjoy it a lot. Even if you don't plan on buying your own tools, you can always check if there are any workshops run by jeweller's or makers in your area, or "ring in a day" workshops, these are great :)

  • @heidizimmermann8440
    @heidizimmermann8440 Před rokem

    Great video! Thank you!

  • @cookie19624
    @cookie19624 Před 7 měsíci

    love watching your tutorials, I've learned a lot, as always! greetings form Poland!

  • @johngpreston1784
    @johngpreston1784 Před 11 měsíci

    Very nicely done

  • @Emunah13819
    @Emunah13819 Před 8 měsíci

    These are beautiful! You do marvelous work! 🥰

  • @Makermook
    @Makermook Před rokem

    Oooh! This is so cool! I think I'll make one of these soon :) Thank you!!

  • @____julia____
    @____julia____ Před rokem +4

    Wonderful! So beautiful. Your teaching style is perfect 🥰🙏

  • @michelecherek5392
    @michelecherek5392 Před rokem

    GORGEOUS!!🥰🥰🥰🥰 My 1st time seeing your channel. I've been beading 18yrs and am ready to expand my horizons! THANK YOU FOR THE INSPIRATION!!💖💖💖

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před 11 měsíci

      I'm so happy you're here! I hope you will enjoy other videos too 🥰💕 Thank you so much for watching and your kind comment

  • @gregroth4696
    @gregroth4696 Před 5 měsíci

    Outstanding! Thank you!

  • @amandataylor1573
    @amandataylor1573 Před rokem

    wow looks Amazing good luck in your new space i love your videos here in England you are very inspiring x

  • @keyword3964
    @keyword3964 Před 8 měsíci

    hello! I also like to make a ring by myself. Your video is a good guide on how to make a ring. thanks

  • @tishsmiddy71
    @tishsmiddy71 Před rokem

    That always amazes me how it flows up or fills in the gaps because of heat ! Thank you for sharing ❤️🌹💋

  • @Lightness108
    @Lightness108 Před rokem

    Thank you Basia!
    🧘🏻‍♀️🌐🕊🌻💕

  • @Ayan44
    @Ayan44 Před rokem

    WoW! This is a painstaking process but it's worth it in the end!

  • @aliciacimo1822
    @aliciacimo1822 Před rokem +9

    💖💖💖 that open bezel ring accents the opal beautifully! The flash tho! ✨ Great video Basia, especially love that you left in the silly moment of finding the opal on your arm.. giving "where is my phone, when you're on a call" vibes🤣 side note.... I did it! Thank you for all your tutorials and guidance, I have officially soldered my first pendant a full back, bezel set turquoise (pear cut) with a tube set Apatite facet dangle 🤩😭😁 I didn't melt a single thing lol am going to learn polishing this week to finish the project, I couldn't have done so well on the first try without your channel and concisely delivered knowledge, Thank you again!!! 💖

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před rokem +3

      Oh my goodness, that's so exciting!! Well done Alicia, I'm very happy for you 😍 And I'm glad to hear that my videos have helped you, it means a lot 🙏 Looking forward to hearing more about your experience with the polishing process and everything. Good luck!

    • @j.whiteoak6408
      @j.whiteoak6408 Před rokem +1

      It's so great to hear from another beginner & that it was a successful project! I'm very excited to try it myself, and I think that a pendant will be a good place to start also. Best wishes for your future projects!

  • @EmilyHuesmann
    @EmilyHuesmann Před 7 měsíci +1

    Hello!!
    Incredibly informative video, thank you!! Is it possible for you to list your materials and the brand names? Specifically the flux and bezel material brands!! I've been trying to add more tools and equipment to my repertoire hahah. Thank you! :)

  • @trillianmcmillan2313
    @trillianmcmillan2313 Před 8 měsíci

    Thank u very much for your videos! Its very helpful!!

  • @victoriaharrison-sewell6717

    Hi Basha..beautiful rings, & perfect video instruction, thank you so much for sharing your skills..you did have me laughing when your Opel went missing, as I am always losing things, & find them stuck to me somewhere, yes, especially the tape!!..Glad you found it!..

  • @amccaffrey1443
    @amccaffrey1443 Před 2 měsíci

    Hello Basia, what a great tutorial. Very simple to follow and so thorough! I’m a complete beginner to soldering and there were a few tools you used that I’m not familiar with. I wondered if you could possibly provide a tools & materials list. I especially liked the hole punch pliers you used. I have two pair of jewelry hole punch pliers but neither seem as sturdy as yours. Could you maybe provide the brand. If my request is too much trouble, do not worry about it. I will figure it out. I very much appreciate all your content and will continue learning from you!
    Graciously,
    Andrea 🙏🏼😊

  • @FierceGinger
    @FierceGinger Před měsícem

    I remember thinking a few days ago I should start making my own rings, but after watching a few video’s and this one I’ll just stick to buying them instead. This is a science, it’s a work of art, and a gift to be able to learn all of this and make a business out of it, something I wasn’t even considering doing. I respect this art and will never feel the slightest regret again when spending a lot of money on a ring. I’m getting into gemstone rings made with quality because as awesome as SHEIN and Temu jewelry are they don’t last but a few wears and I got so sick of my rings just snapping out in public, let’s just say, adjustable zinc alloy rings with ADHD are not a great combination apparently. But when I went to a Celtic festival with a friend and bought some sterling silver rings I swore I’d never go back to cheap jewelry ever again. It may cost more, but it lasts longer.

  • @msandigail
    @msandigail Před rokem +1

    Love these dainty rings!! I started this hobby last January and I NEVER get tired of making them!! This is where standard sized bezel cups and standard sized cabachons REALLY save time, though!!
    How are you able to use hard solder paste when joining the bezel to the rings, without the joins you just did coming undone? Does paste have a slightly lower melting temp than hard wire solder?

  • @Cal_Mex.
    @Cal_Mex. Před rokem

    Hello from puerto vallarta jalisco México. This are the rings i like to make and opals are local stones. Good video Basia. Saludos

  • @coolplantsstuff2190
    @coolplantsstuff2190 Před rokem

    one of a kind beauty

  • @jamiegreene601
    @jamiegreene601 Před 7 měsíci

    Baha...the cutest thing ever. The missing opal. 😂 I absolutely already adore you and this is first time I've seen a single video of yours 😂😂❤❤❤

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před 7 měsíci

      oh my, thank you! You're so kind ❤ I hope you will like other videos too :)

  • @samiparis4497
    @samiparis4497 Před rokem

    I just opened a crystal shop, and I am starting my journey of making my own jewelry. Jewelry has always been a passion of mine. I recently had to retire from my career. So, my full focus is on crystals. I have some incredible cabs and precious gems that I want to fully custom make. Any tips or videos you recommend watching. I love your style. I found your videos at just the right time. I am looking forward to learning from your videos!

  • @divinelyalkaline7464
    @divinelyalkaline7464 Před rokem

    Beautiful ❤

  • @maniok1977
    @maniok1977 Před 8 měsíci

    ❤😂Love your videos and voice!

  • @tlojewelrylove
    @tlojewelrylove Před 8 měsíci

    Very clear and concise instructions. 👍 I always lose something when I'm making jewelry. It drives me crazy but I usually discover that I'm sitting on it. 😄

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před 8 měsíci

      Right?? It's always in some odd, but also obvious place haha 😄 Thank you so much for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed it :)

  • @daintyanns41
    @daintyanns41 Před rokem

    Lol I have done that before. Great video and always learn from your video

  • @user-we2yb3yy8r
    @user-we2yb3yy8r Před 6 měsíci

    cool ring

  • @user-ph6qk1ty6n
    @user-ph6qk1ty6n Před 7 měsíci

    Дуже гарно вийшло! Дякую що поділилися своєю творчістю ❤️🏵️☺️☀️

  • @risaalbertson1079
    @risaalbertson1079 Před rokem +1

    That was a wonderful video, thank you! May I ask what tool (or vise) you were using to hold the ring when you were setting the stone?

  • @frankmons4889
    @frankmons4889 Před rokem

    I was dying laughing when you pulled that opal from your elbow! Something I might have done myself 😂👍 now if I can only stop melting the the little rings. Thanks for sharing.

  • @justines1919
    @justines1919 Před rokem +3

    Omg I would have done that with the missing opal haha 😂 ❤ both beautiful 🤩

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před rokem +2

      I managed to lose some gems and silver bits throughout my time as a jeweler in many different ways but never like this! That was the first hahaha 😁

  • @Rachelmcg1989
    @Rachelmcg1989 Před rokem +2

    Love the tip about using a wire step to bring the opal higher to fit around the bezel strip! Would you solder this wire step to the bezel strip? Would love to see a tutorial on how to do this ☺️

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před rokem +5

      Hi Rachel! Your comment made me realize that I missed one clip and haven't added it to the video... The one where I was showing how I made that step! Oh dear 😅 That's a great suggestion! And it's connected to the subject of setting thin gemstones, so I will definitely make a video about it in the near future :)

  • @agrestnoir
    @agrestnoir Před rokem +2

    they're so beautiful, i want them all 👁️👄👁️~💙✨ they're so in my style👌flower designs too 🤩

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před rokem +2

      I'm happy you think so! Thank you ❤️ The purple one from the thumbnail, at the bottom, I wear that one ALL THE TIME! 😁😀

    • @agrestnoir
      @agrestnoir Před rokem +1

      @@TheArtOfMetalsmithing i'm not suprise, they're georgeus ✨

  • @ginacable5376
    @ginacable5376 Před 8 měsíci

    Beautiful job new subscriber.

  • @kemiagbato7402
    @kemiagbato7402 Před měsícem

    thank you for this tutorial. Whats that metal item you placed on the charcoal brick

  • @BellaVidaMercy
    @BellaVidaMercy Před 8 měsíci

    This was sweet to watch! I have always wanted to get into jewelry making. I’m taking this as a sign from God✨🙂
    The Opal hiding on your elbow was hilarious! Thank you for sharing 😂💛

  • @evasantamariaperez8112
    @evasantamariaperez8112 Před rokem +1

    Hi Basia! Really good work as always! Just an idea for a future video, it would be great to make a tutorial about dealing with firestain (prevention and removal). That's a nightmare, specially for those who use hand torch...

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před rokem

      That's a great suggestion! Thank you ❤ I thought I did a video about it, but turns out I made a post on Patreon, but never made a video. So I've added it to the list of ideas and will do my best to make that video in the future too :)

  • @melinakam.3706
    @melinakam.3706 Před rokem

    These are so beautiful! I just started and I would love to make these! What metal are you using?

  • @ChrisS532
    @ChrisS532 Před 5 měsíci

    I laughed so hard when you found the opal, nice to see you can laugh at yourself 😂

  • @Susanarylander
    @Susanarylander Před rokem

    Basia, regarding the open bezel ring shank: once you measure and cutout portion of ring shank how do you determine what angle to file it at to fit bezel correctly? And to make the sides evenly filed? By hand how?

  • @helenajacobson8695
    @helenajacobson8695 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you for the tutorials! What gauge size is the backplate?

  • @stephencoster9532
    @stephencoster9532 Před rokem +2

    Hiya lady Stardust<
    This is a fantastic video; thank you for making it and for showing two versions of the process.
    I love this new style and format; it suits you. Your blush when you showed the hidden gem??? Perfection.
    It seems I'm not alone in loving this film; your work has gone up several levels with this change.
    When I was lighting, especially on The Clothes Show, my signature was several slashes of coloured light shining up the wall in the back of the shot. I used the two colours you are using, plus turquoise and sometimes purple. They are still my favourite colours, just now with gems.
    Great choice of gems; that flash of blue when you were setting the bezel was...
    Do you use a bezel rocker? I love it for smoothing down after the initial closing. I must start using the hammer handpiece with the rocker tip. That ability to push and smooth the metal at the same time is wonderful.
    Stay safe, Steve xx

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před rokem +1

      I'm very happy you're enjoying the videos, Steve! I will switch to smaller and daintier jewellery now (in tutorials), I think it may be more interesting for people and I also want to explore these designs more.
      In this video I experimented with the light, at first I was using colorful lights and then I only used one warm white lamp. I noticed it's better when it comes to close-ups and details, so I might keep doing this moving forward. Ahh, working on sets with lights must've been very interesting! So much experience and fun memories, too. I love these colours too 🥰
      Have a great evening Steve, thank you for watching and your kind comment 🙏

    • @stephencoster9532
      @stephencoster9532 Před rokem

      @@TheArtOfMetalsmithing

  • @Algoldprospecting
    @Algoldprospecting Před 9 měsíci

    Nice work I have too many gemstones lol not enough time

  • @filibertoarteaga9913
    @filibertoarteaga9913 Před rokem +1

    hello beautiful I love your way of working 👏👌👍😘

  • @user-xs4dg1hz7q
    @user-xs4dg1hz7q Před 8 měsíci

    すごく素敵な指輪❤
    作って欲しいぐらい♪

  • @carolsouthward8823
    @carolsouthward8823 Před rokem

    Oh That Missing Opal!!!🤣🤣 That's my life in a nutshell. Love Your Videos

  • @annnoyez
    @annnoyez Před rokem

    Beautiful 😍
    I have a question. What is the measurement of your sawblade? I think mine is to big... thank you...

  • @rockcrazygal5166
    @rockcrazygal5166 Před 7 měsíci

    Great video. Where to buy these files material’s etc?

  • @jessicagrill425
    @jessicagrill425 Před rokem

    I would love to learn how to do this. Where do you get your supplies?

  • @christinacpl
    @christinacpl Před rokem +2

    Thank you for another great video! I noticed you heated your third hand tweezers to avoid them from becoming a heat sink. How do you clean them? BTW, finding your stone stuck to your arm was hilarious. At least now I know I'm not the only one. 😉😂

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před rokem +1

      To be honest, I haven't cleaned my tweezers yet. The clean ones in the video are new ones :) But the older ones haven't been cleaned, so I won't be able to answer... I'm very happy you enjoyed the video! Thank you for watching ❤

  • @JeannieBrown-hn2js
    @JeannieBrown-hn2js Před 3 měsíci

    Hi, is there a supply list for this video? Thanks and sorry I'm very new...and I thank you for this video. This is exactly what I want to make, and I have a bunch of supplies, but everyone tells you something different it seems. I just want to make exactly this lol

  • @jakejeffery8097
    @jakejeffery8097 Před 4 měsíci

    can u do a video on pre made empty setting rings with cup bezels plz :)

  • @Susanarylander
    @Susanarylander Před rokem +1

    Basia, in one of your videos. Saw you measure the length needed for your bezel using a paper tape. What was that?

  • @huntintrailmetals9343
    @huntintrailmetals9343 Před 11 měsíci

    That is hilarious can’t believe you lost the stone on your elbow, and beautiful ring and great work on the video thanks for sharing!

  • @DStroiu33
    @DStroiu33 Před 16 dny

    ❤❤❤

  • @FrancineGoitz
    @FrancineGoitz Před rokem +1

    Is it possible to list out some of the materials you used? Metal gauges, saw blade and file sizes, and polishing pieces? Thank you!!

  • @user-du9zt1dv9m
    @user-du9zt1dv9m Před 5 měsíci

    Это прекрасное 🎉🎉🎉😊

  • @aaronzalewski5375
    @aaronzalewski5375 Před rokem +3

    Wonderful tutorial Basia! I really appreciate you clarifying the ring size. It's a small thing but being from America the size M means nothing to me as I am sure a size 6.75 means nothing to people from Europe. Like I said small thing but I have noticed in this art form there are so many terms that are called one thing in part of the world and called something else entirely elsewhere. I find it super interesting and cool in a way but it can also be slightly discouraging or frustrating when very first learning. I notice you use the sanding discs mainly for your sanding are there times you feel a buff stick is better? I use my sanding discs on the flex shaft almost exclusively just curious if there are circumstances that call for the buff sticks instead? The sanding discs are so much faster lol

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před rokem +1

      Oh I completely agree! Sizes, measurements and all of that can vary, depending on the location, that's why there's so many charts online and using them sometimes can give you a headache haha 😆 I don't know gauges to this day, since I only use metric system, so I have to refer to chart everytime I need to know the size of metal in gauge. Same with the rings sizes! It's good to have a handy chart easily accessible and a simple, cheap mandrel that has all of these sizes on it, just to compare. They are very cheap on Amazon and online in general. I don't use it to form rings, as it's trash haha, but it's ok to quickly compare the sizes.
      As for your second question, in the beginning it seems that a lot of techniques and tools/bits jewellers use are all according to a specific rule and matter a lot. I always thought that and stressed whether I was doing the right thing using this or that and in what order etc. But I learned with time that a lot of stuff does the same thing and using one or another is simply a personal preference 😀 That's exactly the case here, I used the buffing stick, because it was right next to me and I didn't bother with the flex shaft haha :) But I do use sading discs often, too! Oh, and also, I used the stick, because I wanted to show that it can be done this way. So yeah, I've learned that you just pick what works for you - among all of the tools and attachments that are available - and create your own workflow that feels the best for you and gives you the results you want.
      Sorry, I may have gotten too much into answering it, but I was just thinking about it recently 😄

    • @aaronzalewski5375
      @aaronzalewski5375 Před rokem +1

      @@TheArtOfMetalsmithing thank you for the answer I really appreciate it! This is why I have been using the sanding discs I didn't notice a difference after I polished the pieces and it takes half the time!

  • @Janabstra
    @Janabstra Před rokem +3

    I’m mesmerized by your work 👏🏼👏🏼 Are these going to be for sale?

    • @TheArtOfMetalsmithing
      @TheArtOfMetalsmithing  Před rokem +2

      Thank you so much! Yes, these and many more like these will be available 🥰 I plan to update my shop in February with a batch of dainty rings just like these ones, I will make an announcement prior to the shop update 🙏

    • @Janabstra
      @Janabstra Před rokem +1

      @@TheArtOfMetalsmithing I’ll be patiently waiting! Thanks!

    • @stephencoster9532
      @stephencoster9532 Před rokem

      @@TheArtOfMetalsmithing

    • @stephencoster9532
      @stephencoster9532 Před rokem

      @@TheArtOfMetalsmithing, they are so typical of your work. I loved watching you make these, so now, with yet another visit to the coffee machine, I'm off to my bench. More Argentium to fuse together. Let's see how much I can melt tonight, shall we? Sorry about the pic a few hours ago; that is all my computer would let me do. Wonderful build and video; thank you for sharing with us all.
      Stay safe, Steve xx

  • @Susanarylander
    @Susanarylander Před rokem

    I laughed so hard when you found your opal!