This is the first time I watched one of your videos, you were making bezels for stones. Being that I've been making jewelry for more than 40 years ,I learned a few tricks .🙂 I see that you were soldering the sheet silver to the bezel on a soldering block. Which is fine ,but I have found that when your trying to solder the sheet to the bezel it is possible to reopen your joint on the bezel. To make that not happen ,take the sheet and clamp a corner in your 3rd hand flux the sheet set the bezel on top of the sheet ,drop the solder inside the bezel pushing it up a long the insides of the bezel .then take your torch and heat the bottom of the sheet. The solder will flow and most of the heat is away from your solder joint on the bezel it self.🙂🙂🙂🙂
You know, I started watching these with the intention of trying to make myself something, and have now realized why not many people do this 🤩 the skill!!
i honestly had no idea that this is how bezels were made before now and i always wondered how one found perfectly shaped bezel cups lmao. it’s so satisfying to watch you work ❤️
came from twitter when you posted the giveaway to comment but I’ve been watching these videos since you created the channel!! you’re my favorite silversmith, thank u for your beautiful work 🖤🖤💖💖
I never thought it would be easy to make these, but I didn't think it took that much work! I'm glad I subscribed 🖤 When I have extra cash I definitely want to order a ring. 😊
I’ve really been looking for a hobby to get into and ever since discovering you on Twitter and now you make these videos This makes me more intrigued to start making rings 😻
This is so cool! I’m actually really glad you made following your channel a part of your giveaway because I’ve never watched these videos and I’ve always been curious about the process. I love behind the scenes work 🥺
I am loving this series!! Thank you for sharing this information. I do have a question. When creating tension, is that just ensuring the two ends come together as closely as possible?
Thank you so much for making these videos! I've always wanted to get into this & I think I'm finally going to do it!:) Thanks for the inspo & encouragement
Hi!!!! I’m obsessed with your videos because you’re such a PHENOMENAL teacher! So easy to follow! One question... what size bezel strip do I get to start out? Like what’s the general size that fits most stones? 5mm?
I usually buy 28ga x 3/32" bezel since I use small cabochons, but yes 3/16" (about 5mm) is also great for ring sized stones. Just make sure to sand the height of the bezel wire down if it's going to be too tall for the stone. Let me know how it goes!
I never realized how much work goes into making a handmade ring and seeing you put all of this into every single ring makes it even more valuable. You are truly amazing at what you do and I would be honored to have a ring by you one day 🥺😭
im curious, whats the item that holds your pliers so you can move them around to fit the band to the cup?? i love your videos they’re so helpful for beginners!!!❤️
you did a great job with showing how to do this. I am impressed. I am an old lady and just started to learn about this, because I want to make it a hobby. :) Are those bezels wires and that metal sheet that you cut with scissors made with silver? I want to practice with some inexpensive metal sheets, silver is too expensive to practice on, I saw someone using aluminum bezel and sheet. What type of solder would I need to use to attach the aluminum bezel and sheet cut out? where do you buy your bezel wires and soft sheet of metal, silver? sorry so many questions! thank you in advance. Thank you!
I use all sterling silver but I highly recommend using brass or copper to practice. Brass is how I learned and it’s easy to work with and cut. I’ve always used sterling silver solder (hard,medium, and easy tempered). I find it is the least noticeable metal solder to use and blends with every color metal nicely. I get my metals off of etsy shops that are based out of the US, ill try and link some below this comment for you ❤️ Good luck in your jewelry adventure!! So happy to help
Braeden's Crystals Hi again! very kind of you answering the questions. I looked up those stores on etsy. Thank you. I subscribed and wish you great success on youtube!! xoxoxo
Where do you get your bezel wire? Also, where can I get the hard, and medium solder, and is that liquid flux you've using? I would love to learn more about doing this kind of stuff! Thank you!
If you don’t mind me asking, who are good suppliers that you buy gemstones from ? I’ve been looking on Etsy and it seems a lot of them are fake and I can’t tell the difference.
flux, it also comes in a paste. It's essential for solder to flow, creates some sort of chemical reaction that initiates solder to attach to the other metal. It also helps protect the metal from tarnishing under heat.
Etsy! Try tjswirewarehouse on etsy and get the silver wire solder kit (E-Z, Easy, Medium, & Hard) Also make sure to get a good quality flux otherwise nothing will flow ❤️
Ok I have yet another question for you... I tried soldering today and it just bubbled and turned blackish grey. It didn’t flow whatsoever. I have flux and paste solder. I have no idea what I’m doing wrong. Any thoughts?
I've seen a lot of issues with solders not flowing. It is most likely the type of solder, anything from craft stores I've never gotten to work right. Id recommend buying a set of sterling silvers solders. My favorite is www.etsy.com/listing/230935526/solder-silver-wire-ex-easy-easy-medium?ref=yr_purchases from MyJewelrySupplyy on etsy. It could also be an issue with the flux if your confident with the solder quality. The flux is very important because it enables the solder to flow, my favorite is Aquiflux www.amazon.com/dp/B074P5LPWS/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d . If that doesn't work let me know! Make sure the solder is touching both pieces of clean metal and also has flux on it ❤️
I just discovered you on Twitter (Twitter @ is @jordyn_alexia_) and I’m absolutely amazed by your work! There’s so much I love about jewelry but a few are just how unique each piece is how it really just completes a look. I couldn’t imagine an outfit complete without some jewelry!
ohh bezel wire.. cool lol didnt see that.. ebay? still pricy. i wouldn't sell a ring, even close to the cost of the material, labour. maybe 'ill use wire, and flatten it out with a hammer. try that idea..
This is the first time I watched one of your videos, you were making bezels for stones. Being that I've been making jewelry for more than 40 years ,I learned a few tricks .🙂 I see that you were soldering the sheet silver to the bezel on a soldering block. Which is fine ,but I have found that when your trying to solder the sheet to the bezel it is possible to reopen your joint on the bezel. To make that not happen ,take the sheet and clamp a corner in your 3rd hand flux the sheet set the bezel on top of the sheet ,drop the solder inside the bezel pushing it up a long the insides of the bezel .then take your torch and heat the bottom of the sheet. The solder will flow and most of the heat is away from your solder joint on the bezel it self.🙂🙂🙂🙂
You know, I started watching these with the intention of trying to make myself something, and have now realized why not many people do this 🤩 the skill!!
Yes it takes so much time! And the money to buy all those gadgets 🥴
This just answered so many questions I had about how these were made! This takes some serious talent
Thank you for this tutorial, and I Love the teapot drawing behind you, all the reflection is great
Thank you for finally making this easy and beautiful. I finally feel I can do this without paying for a class.
Great details and explanation during the process! Thank you for this video!
i honestly had no idea that this is how bezels were made before now and i always wondered how one found perfectly shaped bezel cups lmao. it’s so satisfying to watch you work ❤️
Glad to be the one who gave the 1k like to this video!
You're a good Teacher
came from twitter when you posted the giveaway to comment but I’ve been watching these videos since you created the channel!! you’re my favorite silversmith, thank u for your beautiful work 🖤🖤💖💖
I never thought it would be easy to make these, but I didn't think it took that much work! I'm glad I subscribed 🖤 When I have extra cash I definitely want to order a ring. 😊
I swear these videos are so soothing. I love watching the process.
Right! So satisfying. Thank you!
I’ve really been looking for a hobby to get into and ever since discovering you on Twitter and now you make these videos This makes me more intrigued to start making rings 😻
I took a jewelry class and omg bezels are hard! You make it look SO easy😍
your rings are so beautiful, i love whenever u do opals
Congratulations on the great job. Thank you for sharing with us. Greetings from Brazil.
hii braeden love your stuff guuurrl
I would love to start making my own bezel cups😍 this video is seriously so helpful!
Great job on this video, super good and clear explanation of steps
I'm so glad you started making these
I wish I had more friends so I could tell them to watch your videos! All your videos deserve just as many views as the first video you put out ❤️
i love these videos! you’re really making me want to start making jewelry
Thank you. You're awesome
I love seeing the work you put into these!
I love these videos!! So thorough and helpful. Also appreciate how open you are about the process 💛
Thank you.
I have some cool stones I’d like to bezel.
I also have a rolling mill and I can start milking my own stock of any size dang near.
I seriously love these videos!! Keep it up you’re super good at explaining everything clearly (: thank you!!
Amazing watching you turn the material into something beautiful!
This is so cool! I’m actually really glad you made following your channel a part of your giveaway because I’ve never watched these videos and I’ve always been curious about the process. I love behind the scenes work 🥺
So glad!! Hope you enjoyy. New video on my snake pendant coming tomorrow 🐍✨
I’ve recently wanted to get into silversmithing and your videos are perfect 👌🏻 ♥️
It’s Alexandrakayyy on twitter btw♥️ Love your stuff
Thanks!
it’s so cool seeing them made!! love this
Thank you!
Everything you do on your channel is so amazing and inspiring! Beautiful work, keep it up!💖
Thank you! ❤️
I love this! So interesting to see how rings are made 💖
I am loving this series!! Thank you for sharing this information. I do have a question. When creating tension, is that just ensuring the two ends come together as closely as possible?
Koni N Yes exactly! If the two pieces of metal aren’t touching, the solder wont flow onto the joint and bind it together
OMG hun! Good job on this video 🥰
Thank you so much for making these videos! I've always wanted to get into this & I think I'm finally going to do it!:) Thanks for the inspo & encouragement
Thank you. I'm going to try this out
Great helpful video, wondering what the triangular stone is?
either a Mexican fire opal or a boulder opal
Hi!!!! I’m obsessed with your videos because you’re such a PHENOMENAL teacher! So easy to follow! One question... what size bezel strip do I get to start out? Like what’s the general size that fits most stones? 5mm?
I usually buy 28ga x 3/32" bezel since I use small cabochons, but yes 3/16" (about 5mm) is also great for ring sized stones. Just make sure to sand the height of the bezel wire down if it's going to be too tall for the stone. Let me know how it goes!
Braeden's Crystals thank you SO SO MUCH!!!!
Very nice video ❤
so pretty! followed ya here, ig, and twitter with pretty much the same screen name!
Beautiful work! love how detailed you are and the close up shots are so helpful!! Curious what gauge you are using for the bezel wire?
Jennifer Mendoza Usually a 26,28ga at the 3/32” height
I never realized how much work goes into making a handmade ring and seeing you put all of this into every single ring makes it even more valuable. You are truly amazing at what you do and I would be honored to have a ring by you one day 🥺😭
Thank you!
Thank you for sharing your skills. I’ve been wanting to do my own metal smithing. :) thank so much!!! Subscribing and watching more. ❤️
What kind of 24 gauge silver sheet metal do you use? Aluminum, nickel or sterling silver?
I really want to try ring making now 🥺
These videos are awesome! Like everyone else down below, I’d love to try my hand at this. We’ll see how it goes :)
im curious, whats the item that holds your pliers so you can move them around to fit the band to the cup?? i love your videos they’re so helpful for beginners!!!❤️
you did a great job with showing how to do this. I am impressed.
I am an old lady
and just started to learn about this, because I want to make it a hobby. :)
Are those bezels wires and that metal sheet that you cut with scissors made with silver?
I want to practice with some inexpensive metal sheets, silver is too expensive to practice on, I saw someone using aluminum bezel and sheet. What type of solder would I need to use to attach the aluminum bezel and sheet cut out?
where do you buy your bezel wires and soft sheet of metal, silver?
sorry so many questions! thank you in advance. Thank you!
I use all sterling silver but I highly recommend using brass or copper to practice. Brass is how I learned and it’s easy to work with and cut. I’ve always used sterling silver solder (hard,medium, and easy tempered). I find it is the least noticeable metal solder to use and blends with every color metal nicely. I get my metals off of etsy shops that are based out of the US, ill try and link some below this comment for you ❤️ Good luck in your jewelry adventure!! So happy to help
I can’t figure out how to link it but Tjswirewarehouse on etsy is my favorite shop for metals
Also ThunderMoonWire has nice bezel wires 💕
Braeden's Crystals
Hi again! very kind of you answering the questions. I looked up those stores on etsy. Thank you.
I subscribed and wish you great success on youtube!!
xoxoxo
Thank you for your awesome video! Did you ever put the bezel cup in pickle during the process? Thanks!
Yess it never hurts to keep the metal clean and actually creates a better end product!
@@BraedensCrystals thanks 😊
how do you get your solder pieces so small?? i'm struggling with getting my solder to flow completely without having small chunks lingering behind
Where do you get your bezel wire? Also, where can I get the hard, and medium solder, and is that liquid flux you've using? I would love to learn more about doing this kind of stuff! Thank you!
What are all the supplies you used in this video? 🌼 Can I order them from amazon? I'm South African and love your videos thank you ☺️
Thanks a lot...
What type of scissors did you use?
Hi! What type of flush cutters do you use? Ive been looking all over for a good pair
Thank you
Nice :) Thanks for the video :)
Please from were dud you buy your bezel wire
Where do you buy your bezel wire from?!
What if I want a clear back? Do I just fold over the front and back?
If you don’t mind me asking, who are good suppliers that you buy gemstones from ? I’ve been looking on Etsy and it seems a lot of them are fake and I can’t tell the difference.
Heat your flux up and dry then put your solder on keeps it from running off.
What is the Spray you put on before putting soldering?
flux, it also comes in a paste. It's essential for solder to flow, creates some sort of chemical reaction that initiates solder to attach to the other metal. It also helps protect the metal from tarnishing under heat.
Yes, i got a question...
Do you know someone who is doing this in the Netherlands....?
I wanna learn this :)
Where do you get your solder chips? The ones I bought on amazon does not work at all.
Etsy! Try tjswirewarehouse on etsy and get the silver wire solder kit (E-Z, Easy, Medium, & Hard) Also make sure to get a good quality flux otherwise nothing will flow ❤️
Braeden's Crystals thank you! 🙏 Yes I think my flux may be the problem too!
Ok I have yet another question for you... I tried soldering today and it just bubbled and turned blackish grey. It didn’t flow whatsoever. I have flux and paste solder. I have no idea what I’m doing wrong. Any thoughts?
I've seen a lot of issues with solders not flowing. It is most likely the type of solder, anything from craft stores I've never gotten to work right. Id recommend buying a set of sterling silvers solders. My favorite is www.etsy.com/listing/230935526/solder-silver-wire-ex-easy-easy-medium?ref=yr_purchases from MyJewelrySupplyy on etsy. It could also be an issue with the flux if your confident with the solder quality. The flux is very important because it enables the solder to flow, my favorite is Aquiflux www.amazon.com/dp/B074P5LPWS/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d . If that doesn't work let me know! Make sure the solder is touching both pieces of clean metal and also has flux on it ❤️
Braeden's Crystals wow!! Thank you!!!!!
So you never have to use glue or anything to hold the stone in place?
Julia Hernandez Nope I never use glue
So how do you hold the stone in place if you don’t glue it.
These make me want to make rings!!!😭
I just discovered you on Twitter (Twitter @ is @jordyn_alexia_) and I’m absolutely amazed by your work! There’s so much I love about jewelry but a few are just how unique each piece is how it really just completes a look. I couldn’t imagine an outfit complete without some jewelry!
silver is expensive so can i use tin? hmm but to solder or use glue? tin wont accept solder... hmm
This is such a helpful video! Thank you.
I’ve made a nature journal video - would love it if you could check it out 🙂
than god they got rid of the music to some degree. other than that...great info video
ohh bezel wire.. cool lol didnt see that.. ebay? still pricy. i wouldn't sell a ring, even close to the cost of the material, labour. maybe 'ill use wire, and flatten it out with a hammer. try that idea..
@idcanessa on twitter! i love jewelry because it makes me feel like a bad bitch
They are too high!