Category Archives: Metal

MD3 Jump Rings

Today’s project was not glamorous. It was making useful components for other stuff. Specifically, sterling silver jump rings. Wait, can’t you buy those? Yes you can, but I’d rather not. I like making my own, not least because it’s a … Continue reading

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MD2 Simple Mother-of-Pearl Earrings

Today’s project was a simple pair of earrings. I got my torch hooked up today (Smith Little Torch, oxygen & propane) so I wanted to use it. I took 20 gauge sterling silver wire and cut several 4.25″ lengths, then … Continue reading

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MD1 Copper & Brass Pendant

In my last post, I talked about my exciting new studio space in my beautiful new house. And how just like I committed to 100 days of spinning back when I was learning to spin, I’m now committing to 100 … Continue reading

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