Tips for Stacking Rings
Stacking rings are surging in popularity again this season! Combine two, three, or more rings to create your own trendy look. Your stylish stackers do…
Category: Metalsmithing
Metalsmithing
We have gathered together loads of metalsmithing techniques, tips, tutorials, tricks, and hacks from the top jewelry-making artists, and have provided them for you here. Learn how to make Lexi Erickson’s Gingko Leaf Pendant. Find several posts on metalsmithining essentials from Tom and Kay Benham. Get tips for removing fire scale from Kate Richbourg.
Be sure to check out the many other techniques and tutorials here, and then stop by the Interweave store to purchase a book, PDF download, video, and much much more!
Artist Q&A: Ornery Metalsmith Kierston Aiello
Metalsmith Kierston Aiello discovered jewelry making as a college student and has not looked back. Kierston is the driving force behind TierraCast pewter jewelry component…
Favorite Fold Formed Copper Jewelry Projects
Fold forming adds texture and dimension to metal and the techniques are easy to learn and require only basic metalsmithing tools. Developed by Charles Lewton-Brain…
6 Tips for Metalsmithing with Butane
Calling all metalsmiths! How many of you have demonstrated how easy it is to get over a fear of torches by firing up a crème…
Bead Fest Instructor Helen Driggs: Playing with Fire
Helen Driggs is formally educated as an illustrator, but she began metalsmithing as a way of exploring three-dimensional construction. Helen has also learned how to…
7 Metalsmithing Instructors Who Rock
For a lot of metalsmiths, making jewelry is more than a hobby. It’s a passion, a vocation, and a business. Whether you’re just starting to…
6 Ways to Explore Flex Shaft Possibilities with Andy Cooperman
Who were your favorite teachers in school? If you think back, I’m sure you’ll notice that the ones who made the biggest impact on you…
Explore Jewelry Hammers: Build a Cuff Bracelet with Textures, Layers, and Cold Connections
Recently, I was reminded of the time my Dad taught us how to use hammers. He set the three of us (my brother, sister, and…
The Shoulders of Goldsmiths
Google stands on the shoulders of a goldsmith. So do we all. ABOVE: Goldsmith shop, Florence; photo: Ingo Jakubke/Pixaby One morning this spring, I went…
Modern Handmade Men’s Jewelry
If you’re looking for creative, artisanal men’s jewelry, look no further than your own two hands. All of your basic metalsmithing techniques can combine to…
