Soldering & Fusing Silver

In this video, Learn the easiest way to attach small settings. Fuse silver, create granules, solder jump rings, silver shavings, and a lot more!
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We held two Q&A classes through Chimera Art Space, in Sebastopol, CA (a non-profit art and makerspace). I made this video to focus on the issues we discussed during Chimera's, two Jewelry Q&A classes. Hope they are helpful to you! See the full-length video here: • Soldering Q&A for Jewe...
Tools and Materials talked about in this video:
Otto Frei
Large rectangular and round charcoal blocks.
Amazon
Butane torch tip - large: amzn.to/3c4iURq
French Shop Shears: amzn.to/3qHZneW
if you live in California, you will not be able to purchase the gas canisters for these torches online. You can find them at Asian markets or restaurant supply stores. Other states may be able to purchase online: amzn.to/2OtQ3xV. (thank you stupid people who blow themselves up making hash oil! {merryjane.com/news/california...}).
Tripod: Amazon amzn.to/3c8Eu7j
Tripod screen, thin mesh: amzn.to/2Q0BxhN
Lion Punch Forge
Lion's Claw Gold Edition at Lion Punch Forge: lionpunchforge.com/collection...
PepeTools
Carbide Soldering Pick: pepetools.com/products/carbid...
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[@allanthompson9695]

Really great tips Nancy. I sense Magic is in the air. Thanks Nancy.

[@samuellaramsey5963]

I wish I could take an in person class from you!

[@NancyHamiltonJewelry]

I wish I could teach an in person class! Thank you Samuella!

[@blksunshine459]

This has to be one of my favorite videos!!! Your my jewelry teacher ROCK STAR

[@dawnstmichell7356]

Thank you Nancy, I am forever struggling with soldering issues. I just went back to basics making little stacker style rings. 2 of the 3 with little settings failed, but I refuse to give up! Thank you for continuing to teach us. I am always watching for your new vids.

[@NancyHamiltonJewelry]

Thank you so much Dawn! So kind of you.

[@janegleason6369]

Nancy, Many many Thanks. Loved the video especially attaching spheres. Truly appreciate your expertise. You Rock, Jane

[@NancyHamiltonJewelry]

Thank you Jane! Good luck with the project! Thank you for your interesting questions and for participating!

[@lou196t]

Nancy, I’ve been binge watching your videos. I’m just getting into making jewelry...I’m carving some rings for lost wax casting. I just thought I would tell you that I have learned so many things from you. Thank you for all of your videos and for sharing your knowledge.

[@joonaskekoni2867]

Food gelatine is hide glue BTW.

[@martinacappelli5180]

Awesome video. Soldering is a sort of magic to me. So fascinating. Thanks for all these usefull tips. Hi from Italy

[@NancyHamiltonJewelry]

Hi Martina! Thank you for watching and commenting! Soldering is magic and once you figure it out, it is a beautiful thing! Ciao!

[@Dan-ji4db]

Great video. Nancy is the best!

[@NancyHamiltonJewelry]

Aw shucks! Thanks Dan! Solder on.

[@glendasnailham8275]

Thank you so much for the info very helpful

[@NancyHamiltonJewelry]

Thank you Glenda! Hopefully, these tips will help.

[@teresatucker5385]

Thank you!

[@pinckneysimons479]

Love the video! Any suggestions on where to purchase the hide glue?

[@lfate8017]

Hi Nancy,
Thanks for another video. I’m no longer receiving your newsletters. Am I just not getting them or are you no longer doing those.

[@aumi.jewels]

Well, Nancy, I remember asking you a question about if I need to use flux to get my silver dust to stick on my silver. You mentioned my name, Michelle, so I’m gonna go ahead and take this one!!! I hope that’s OK because I really felt like you were speaking to me right now. Even though I asked about this over two years ago. I’m getting older and I’m having senior moments anyway I love you to death. Big hugs I wish you would follow me on my Instagram. Let me know cause I don’t want to just put it here on your wonderful page. I’m really behind on my Instagram this past eight months. I’ve gotten really sick and anyway but I’m doing better. Big hugs again.🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🎊