For those of us that are still hoarding our old copper electroformed jewelry projects that didn’t make the cut, there’s still hope for saving those gorgeous crystals we can’t seem to let go of. This simple copper electroformed pendant redesign tutorial will ensure you’re able to fix any of your electroformed mistakes.
Read MoreThe holidays are here! If you are shopping for the perfect gift for a crafty family member or yourself, this holiday gift guide for aspiring jewelers has ideas for every budget. Whether it’s copper electroforming, being or silversmithing these are the items on every jeweler’s wish list! I would consider myself an expert on all things jewelry making, so rest assured I’ve included items I personally own, use, and absolutely love.
Read MoreEmbellishments can elevate the look of your jewelry designs! My favorite silver embellishment, though, is the silver sphere (can you tell I’m trying to not use the phrase “silver balls”?). This is probably the easiest thing you make. It literally takes less than a minute to make and only 4 steps!
Read MoreWhen it’s cold outside, the last thing you want to put against your skin is cold metal. And your big chunky scarves and coats are going to hide your pretty, dainty jewelry. So things like statement rings and long mala necklaces are going to be your go-to for layering.
Read MoreIn this post, I teach you how to saw out any shape out of sheet metal. You’ll need to print out a template of the shape you want. Then glue it to your sheet metal so you can saw it out with a jewelers saw. I tell you the best glue to use and saw blades so you can get the best results!
Read MoreSilversmithing can become very technical and involve math and science but once you get started soldering it can become like second nature. I ran a poll to see what you all wanted to learn and “soldering basics” was on that list.
Read MoreI've been wanting to create this tutorial for a while and I've finally got around to it. If you're new to silversmithing then I highly suggest you check out my other tutorials; How to Make A Silver Ring Band and How To Make A Bezel Setting first because prong settings, although they look easier to make, are actually quite difficult.
Read MoreWhen I first started silversmithing I thought for sure a prong setting would be easier to tackle before trying to make a bezel setting. I was told over and over by my smithing friends that I should master bezel making before attempting a prong setting.
Read MoreI get asked a lot about what stones, fossils, bones, and shells need to be sealed with a protective coating before putting it into the copper electroforming bath. Also, what is the best way to seal these things so they don't get etched, dissolve or contaminate our bath?
Read MoreOne of my biggest issues when I started electroforming was trying to find out the true size of my ring. Often, the epoxy would create a lump on the inside of the ring behind the stone leaving huge gaps when I put the ring on my ring mandrel to find out the size.
Read MoreGiving your jewelry a nice end finish can make or break the look of a piece. Sometimes a nice patina can bring out the texture, especially in an electroformed piece. Other times all you need is a nice high polish to really let that copper color come out.
Read MoreLast week I wrote a supplies guide leading up to this basic silversmithing tutorial ‘How To Make A Silver Ring Band.’ In my opinion, if you’re wanting to get into silversmithing then the easiest thing to learn is how to make a simple ring band. So if you haven’t yet seen that then go check that out first. But, if you already have your supplies then let’s get into the tutorial!
Read MoreA lot of you have been asking me how I make my ring blanks over the past year so I wanted to tackle that this week. It's actually quite simple and requires minimal tools so it's something you can start doing right away.
Read MoreHey Makers! Today's jewelry tutorial is going to show you how copper electroform my ring style; the gemstone open ring. It's not much different from a single gemstone stacking ring so I'm not going to go too in-depth but my skill and techniques have improved since I originally wrote that tutorial so I wanted to create a more updated version.
Read MoreLearn how to make a gemstone ring using the copper electroforming process. Put your science hat on and gather extra safety gear. This tutorial will explain everything you need to know to electroform your first piece of jewelry!
Read MoreThere seems to be a fast-growing interest in copper electroforming/electroplating. One thing I see a lot is questions about the difference between electroforming and electroplating. Electroplating is simply plating a type of metal over another surface of the metal.
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Hey Maker! My name is Brittany Witt and I'm the owner + blogger here at Maker Monologues. I'm also a jewelry designer + metalsmith. I love teaching aspiring metalsmiths everything I know about silversmithing and copper electroforming! Read more...
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