Do as much hand-finishing as possible. The tumbler will polish the surface but if there’s a scratch it will still be there (and maybe even more visible!) when you pull it out. When I hand-finish I sand up to 1200 or 1500 grit and then use a white polishing pad before tumbling. Do NOT set…
.As jewellers, we have a huge variety of tools available to us and some are definitely used more often than others. For intermediate to advanced level jewellers, one of those frequently used items is a craft drill or rotary tool. Laura-Jayne of Small Dog Silver jewellery shares her knowledge of the Foredom pendant motor /…
An important thing to consider when choosing a jewelry microscope is its head type. Monocular, binocular, and trinocular head types are designed differently and suited for particular types of observations. Monocular Microscopes Monocular microscopes have a single tube that houses an eyepiece at one end and an objective lens at the other. The design means…
Do you need a jewelry drill press but don’t have the space for one? Here are 5 of the best mini drill presses that will fit in your workshop or home. They come in a variety of sizes and styles, so there is bound to be something on this list that is perfect for you!…
Having the right equipment is key to the success of every jewellery maker. Luckily, the industry offers jewellery producers an expansive array of tools for sizing rings, cutting diamonds and gemstones or stone setting, as well as high-technology gem-testing equipment to meet their manufacturing needs. What is Jewelry Making? Jewelry is ornamental pieces that are…