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In this video, Prof. John Ahr demonstrates how to control where solder goes when sweat soldering and how to create dimension using a hammer and a dapping punch. These leaf earrings are a great project for intermediate and beginning jewelers.
Sweat soldering doesn't sound very pretty. But the results can be beautiful. However, there is a high potential for ugly jewelry if you don't know how to control where the solder flows. This is because solder is an alloy and its not exactly the same color as the metal it is intended to be used to solder. For example, solder on the surface of a sterling silver item may look yellowish or like the beginning of tarnish. To make things worse, it's difficult to remove solder from some surfaces; especially textured ones.
The two hallmarks of jewelry made by beginners are: holes that are drilled through elements; and, flatness. The planishing technique demonstrated in this video will help you to advance the look of your jewelry if you're guilty of working flat. And, best of all, if you use polished tools you can substantially cut down the time you spend buffing your piece.
If you like this video there are many more like it included in the Online Jewelry Academy's playlist. You can find the OJA's videos organized by category on our website at: http://www.onlinejewelryacademy.com
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And, you can support the production of future OJA videos by making a monthly contribution at: http://www.Patreon.com/onlinejewelryacademy.
Safety Glasses - Recommended Tools & Supplies:
20 Gauge Round Silver Wire (5') - https://amzn.to/2K9VGLa
22 Gauge Copper Sheet - https://amzn.to/2TaJfmF
Clamp On Bench Vise - https://amzn.to/2Do49Jp
Pliers Set - https://amzn.to/2BayQ3k
Saw Frame, Blades & Bench Pin - https://amzn.to/2KcgzWm
Cross-Peen Hammer - https://amzn.to/2DoTPkx
Solder Pick - https://amzn.to/2R216e9
Tweezers - https://amzn.to/2FHnSH0
Permanent Markers (Fine) - https://amzn.to/2DOBK01
Scribe - https://amzn.to/2DBueVp
Dapping Set - https://amzn.to/2OYVDmx
Ball-Peen Hammer - https://amzn.to/2Dtp7Xu
Brass Mallet - https://amzn.to/2QMSfN7
Flux - https://amzn.to/2S3QxqS
Bench Block - https://amzn.to/2zchUId
Solder Assortment - https://amzn.to/2OQIMm1
Solder Cutting Pliers - https://amzn.to/2QU30NS
Copper Tongs - https://amzn.to/2Dpq033
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Kiln Shelf - https://amzn.to/2S3mVtz
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Charcoal Block - https://amzn.to/2zefdWN
Butane Torch - https://amzn.to/2Tr1FzE
Butane Refills - https://amzn.to/2Ki0vlE
Clamp-On Bench Vise - https://amzn.to/2Do49Jp
Plastic Tray - https://amzn.to/2S6kM0k
Brass Brush - https://amzn.to/2TqcjGG
Pickle Solution - https://amzn.to/2DunKHM
Crock Pot - https://amzn.to/2OKnW80
In this video, Prof. John Ahr demonstrates how to control where solder goes when sweat soldering and how to create dimension using a hammer and a dapping punch. These leaf earrings are a great project for intermediate and beginning jewelers.
Sweat soldering doesn't sound very pretty. But the results can be beautiful. However, there is a high potential for ugly jewelry if you don't know how to control where the solder flows. This is because solder is an alloy and its not exactly the same color as the metal it is intended to be used to solder. For example, solder on the surface of a sterling silver item may look yellowish or like the beginning of tarnish. To make things worse, it's difficult to remove solder from some surfaces; especially textured ones.
The two hallmarks of jewelry made by beginners are: holes that are drilled through elements; and, flatness. The planishing technique demonstrated in this video will help you to advance the look of your jewelry if you're guilty of working flat. And, best of all, if you use polished tools you can substantially cut down the time you spend buffing your piece.
If you like this video there are many more like it included in the Online Jewelry Academy's playlist. You can find the OJA's videos organized by category on our website at: http://www.onlinejewelryacademy.com
Subscribers to the OJA's YouTube channel have the option to receive regular notification of new OJA video releases. So, why not subscribe now? Be sure to click on the bell next to the subscribe button to turn on weekly notifications.
Don't forget to look for the OJA on:
Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/JewelryAcademy/
Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/onlinejewelryacademy/ Twitter - http://twitter.com/@jewelryacademy
And, you can support the production of future OJA videos by making a monthly contribution at: http://www.Patreon.com/onlinejewelryacademy.