"so people know what it's really like in the studio" = EXACTLY why I'm so excited to be there in 3 weeks!!!! I can't wait!
You mentioned maybe not needing to pickle before soldering the opposite side - How do you know if your metal is clean enough to not pickle in between?
If everything looks quite black and oxidized, then you should pickle. The paste flux tends to keep things pretty clean but you can always pickle if you are in doubt. 😃
What is keeping the bezel in place prior to soldering - friction?
I adore your expertise and teaching methods! New fav! ❤😂
Welcome to the Jewelry Arts way! :)