METAL STARTER PACK For Beginner Silversmiths | Choosing Your Silver
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 มิ.ย. 2024
- In this silversmithing tutorial, I go over the the types of sterling silver and fine silver I have found work best for me with metalsmithing. There are many types of silver sheet, and silver wire to choose from in various gauges. The amount available online can be quite overwhelming so I hope this video helps narrow down your options. I will explain what silver sheet I use for backplates, the silver wire I use for ring bands, and the various fine silver bezel strips.
👩🏭SILVER SUPPLY: I purchase all of my silver from monsterslayer.com and halsteadbead.com. However, if you prefer to shop on Amazon, here is the link to my silver supply list: www.amazon.com/shop/spiritmou...
Sterling Silver Sheet (22 gauge, soft): Backplates
Sterling Silver Round Wire (10, 12, 14 gauge, soft): Ring Bands
Sterling Silver Half Round Wire (4, 6, 8, 10 gauge, soft): Ring Bands & Bracelets
** I like to use 4, 6, and 8 gauge for both Ring Bands & Bracelets. I wouldn't recommend 10 gauge for a bracelet
Sterling Silver Flat Wire (.25" X .05", soft): Ring Bands
Sterling Silver Double Half Round Wire (.204" X .051", soft): Open Split Ring Bands
Fine Silver Bezel Strips 3/32", 1/8", 3/16", 1/4" (26, 28 gauge, soft): Bezel Settings
💙 Website: spiritmountainsilver.com/
📸 Instagram: / spiritmountainsilver
⚒ Master Tool & Material List in AMAZON: www.amazon.com/shop/spiritmou...
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Do silversmithing at your own risk. **This video is for entertainment purposes only. ** Information herein should not be substituted for that of a professional. Be sure to reference the instructions and warnings of all your tools/materials/equipment. - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
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I love silver, almost obsessed with it actually, but it's just so expensive, even sterling is crazy.
This is the best silversmith video thus far!! Thank you so much, and thanks for all the links too hehe
Very useful information. Good to have some starting points for stock. Thanks.
love love love this video! Thank you for the great info and helping sift through the madness.
You’re so welcome!!
Best quick info on silver, loved it! Thanks
You’re welcome! Glad you found it helpful 🙂
You are always such an amazing inspiration and so helpful to others!
Aww thank you so much!!
Thank you! I see a lot for tools, but I needed a good basic idea for silver stock.
Thanks for going into detail in your videos and sharing your advice. Your jewelry is lovely!
Thank you so much for your kind words!🙏🏻❤️
Great reference video! I've been looking for this very thing while trying to begin this new hobby. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!😃
Very good quality video. Educational and straight to the point.
Thank you so much!!😃❤️
Thank you so much. Just starting on my journey and you just took away so much confusion. Love your videos and your creations.
Thank you so much for your kind words!
Super helpful video! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!😃
Wow looking forward to seeing more videos!
Yay! Thank you!
Thanks! Great information. I would like to get started in making rings and pendants and this is an excellent starting point. Your jewelry is beautiful!
Glad it was helpful! :)
Amazing! Thank you for sharing this information. ❤
You are so welcome!💛
Great video! Thank you for the advice, I am just starting and this was very informative. Hello from Australia
Hi Gaye! I am so glad you found this video helpful!💙😊
Thank you for this! It really helps.
I’m so glad!😃
Awesome. Picked something up already!
Thank you!!!😃😃😃
Really good content !!
Thank you so much!! :)
thanks so much! I just placed an order for some silver and cabs:)) Do you think you could make a video about where you get your stones next?
Sure thing!
Great idea for a video!
Thank you so much Matt!!😃
Thank you so much for the info!
You are so welcome!
This is great - wondering if you might consider doing the same with the various types of chain options available at Rio Grande?
I do not purchase from Rio Grande anymore. I prefer monsterslayer.com or halsteadbead.com. I found they have better prices, far better turn around times and customer service! This is a great idea though and I could do it for necklace chains in general!
Hi, thanks for sharing all this info! I want to start making rings and bought all the tools that you recommend to get started a few months ago! I’m so overwhelmed/confused with how to understand the websites to buy metals to do so. Have you ever made a video on what you’ve ordered off of monsterslayer?
Thanks for sharing!!
Hi Madison, the Metal Starter Pack video includes all the silver I order from Monsterslayer.com. Their website is a little outdated and can take some time to learn. You could also check out riogrande.com for silver. However, there turnaround times are much slower that's why I recommend monsterslayer.com
I agree Monster Slayer website is very difficult to understand. However, I'm so very grateful you are honest to let us know where the best deals are. I'm still trying to learn.
Thanks, so useful
You’re welcome!
WOW thank you so much
You are so welcome!
Great video
Thank you!!
This is great, thank you! Do you have any tips on purchasing stamps and stones? When attempting to purchase, I can't figure out if a stone will be short enough for my bezel wire. Also, I'm not sure what size stamps to order for a certain gauge of wire. Have a wonderful day 😊
Hi there! I usually purchase an assortment of stamps that I used both on silver wire and silver sheet depending on the size of the stamp! I usually stamp on 6-8 gauge half round wire so I will buy stamps based off the dimensions of those wires. As for bezel wires, I use 1/8” and 3/16” most often! For really small stones I will opt for 3/32” 😊
This video has almost everything ive been searching for.. A couple of questions though. How about Stone setting round wire. What gauges would you use for making settings like a basket setting etc? or does it vary by stone size? 2nd Question. What would you recommend for mens rings? Usually they are thicker, wider etc.
I don't have any experience with basket/prong setting unfortunately. Only bezel setting! I haven't made a men's ring myself, however there are other wires that would work great for a thicker, sturdier ring such as #3 low dome wire!
Omg thank you for this video
You're so welcome!❤️
Thanks for this ! Do you think that 22/24 gauge sheet could be cut with shears or would it need a saw ?
You could do shears but it might be a little tricky! I’d recommend a saw 😊
As a Artisan Ring Maker and Silversmither I would recommend a respirator with organic filters in that starter pack. Metal is toxic and never leaves your system when you breath the metal shavings and dust in. #inlayedcreationsllc
Oh wow that is very good to know. Thank you! Is there a specific one you’d recommend?
How do you purchase on monster slayer??? I want to get the flat wire but can’t find it!!
Thanks for a great video!
Trying to order 22g SS from Rio Grande… not sure if you’ve ordered from them but you can order by inches or oz. Can you recommend a standard size or oz to start with?
Thanks!!
I usually order by inches in either 6x6 cuts or 3x3 cuts
@@SpiritMountainSilver Thank you!
Thank you. I use a lot of gallery wire for the bezel. I buy a lot from Riogrande. Do you have a good source for your silver?
Monsterslayer.com !
Thanks you, is very informative. One question, why fine silver for the besel and not sterling. it's because it's softer
Yes!
So sorry! I have one more question. For the ring band, is it best to get dead soft wire or half hard?
I prefer dead soft! It’s much easier to work with and can easily be work hardened if needed!😃
@@SpiritMountainSilver thank you!!
Does it matter what hardness the backplate and bezel wires are (ie. 1/2 hard, spring-hard, 1/4 hard)?
I usually use dead soft for all of my silver (back plates, ring bands, bezels, etc.) It's much easier to work with and can easily be work hardened with the use of a mallet :)
When ordering from monsterslayer what do you put in for the cuts of, and inches?
It depends on the product. For sheet I like to do it in cuts of 6”x6”. For wire for ring bands I like to do 2 feet or more
Do you source your Silver bezel strips from Monster Slayer too? I can’t seem to find them on the website.
I do! It is under .999 fine silver wire section :)
what type of finish do you use for your backplate?? I have noticed theres mirror and brush finish but I am not sure of the difference!
I have always worked with brushed finish silver sheet :)
Hi! I was wondering where you purchase the big sterling silver sheet metal? I can only find really small ones
monsterslayer.com !
Thank you so much!! ❤️
More on the double half rd. sizes!
I’ll add it to my list!
En Europe, il existe les épaisseurs correspondantes en mm. Par exemple, Une plaque argent 950 recuit en 0,70 mm.
22 gauge : 0.644 mm
14 : 1,63
12 : 2,05
10 : 2,59
8 : 3,26
6 : 4,12
4 : 5,19
Thank you
You're welcome 😊
Thank you for sharing! I may have missed it but can you refer the website to purchase the wire from?
Monsterslayer!
Thank you kindly! ☀️
What kind of silver wire and gauge do you use for a jump ring? I forgot to buy it when I purchased my silver 😅
I like to use 16 ga and 18 ga half round wire for jump rings!😊
For the round and Half round wire should be dead soft, half hard or hard ?
Thank you for all the information 💛
I like to work with dead soft for everything as its more pliable and can easily be work hardened if need be! :)
@@SpiritMountainSilver how you hardened?
what is the best hardness to use for say, bands versus bezel or decor peices to wrap around bezel?
For bezels I like to use fine silver but for band I like sterling silver soft. It’s more pliable and can be easily work hardened!😃
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What is the purpose of having the bezel strips made of 999 opposed to 925 like the backing
more pliable- easier to work with is the main reason.
When buying the silver sheets, what is the usual measurement of the sheet you go for?
I like to do 6x6
Do have a recommendation for silver for men’s bracelets
Hmm, I personally have never made a men’s cuff bracelet, but I would recommend either 24 or 26 gauge silver sheet! ☺️
@@SpiritMountainSilver thanks for getting back to me!
What would you recommend using to make a belt buckle ?
I am not sure honestly. Haven't made one before- I'm sorry!
Been trying to figure out when to use dead soft, half soft, half hard, and hard. Any help? I'm about to put an order through with Rio grande, but want to be certain I'm not buying the wrong material for my rings.
I use dead soft for almost everything. I personally don't have any use for half hard/hard. They are much harder to work with. Dead soft makes the silver much more pliable and easier to work with and you can always work hardened the metal to meet your needs!
@@SpiritMountainSilver perfect. That's exactly what I needed to hear. Thanks
@@redeyestones3738 you're very welcome!! :)
@@SpiritMountainSilver THAT IS GREAT INFO!! Your are awesome!
I think I found the answer to my question 🤩😁
What do you use for stackable bracelets/cuffs
I like to use 6 gauge half round wire
@@SpiritMountainSilver thank you 😊
Do you sell silver sheets and wire? If not, where do you get these items?
Thank you.
Monsterslayer.com I found has the best prices on silver. There is additional information In the description of the video if you need it!
What type silver and gage do you use for bangles?
I like to use 6-8 gauge for bangles/cuffs!😊
Half round wire!
Where does one get sterling silver sheets?
I get all of mine from monsterslayer.com! I have found they are the most affordable. However, I know others get their silver from riogrande.com
you haven't mentioned if the "sterling Silver 1/2 round wire" was "hard, 1/2 hard, soft". please advise.
I like to use soft
Do you recommend half hard or dead soft?
I recommend dead soft! It’s easier to work with and can easily be work hardened if needed!😊
How big of sheets do you Order of the 22 gauge
I like to do either 6x6 cuts or 3x3 cuts!
Any tips on where to buy soter??
I purchase all my metal/solder from monsterslayer.com
How much would you say this amount you suggested costs?
It's hard to say because the price of silver changes every day!😕
Where do u buy them
Links in description!
i liked the video but you never mentioned whats best for braclet making
I like to use 6ga half round wire!
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Where do u buy those??
See links in description
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Why fine silver for bezels instead of sterling?
Fine silver is much softer and easier to work with than ss! It makes the stone setting process much easier!
Buy a wire roller and make your own silver wire and sheet.
Yes. I hope to have one..one day when it’s financially in the cards
Is there a beginner’s kit I can buy?
Not that I know of unfortunately.