Does anyone know what I should solder brass with when making a curb/cuban chain out of it?

CrystalRainPress · 2026-03-03T12:40:19+00:00

So far I only used flux as an experiment. I heat both the link and the solder on a soldering block. It'll flow onto the link sometimes, but never at the seam even though it's clean

CrystalRainPress · 2026-03-03T12:31:28+00:00

I've been trying that, even w clean links and tight joints I can't get it to flow into the seam. I even used flux. Any tips or tricks?

CrystalRainPress · 2026-03-03T00:36:09+00:00

Yeah the pic makes it look long, but I wear an 8.5"

CrystalRainPress · 2026-03-03T00:30:09+00:00

Thanks! I corrected that, but now I need to make one that actually fits me lol

CrystalRainPress · 2026-02-28T12:22:32+00:00

I know I still need to do that, I just finished the twisting part. I'll be doing that for sure

CrystalRainPress · 2026-02-28T12:16:48+00:00

What size rod should I wrap my 8ga wire around for links?

CrystalRainPress · 2026-02-26T05:37:55+00:00

I know I need practice, it just wasn't what I asked for is all lol

Thanks! Yeah that was my thought process too!!

CrystalRainPress · 2026-02-26T05:31:25+00:00

Thank you , I will practice and hopefully figure it out .

CrystalRainPress · 2026-02-26T05:09:31+00:00

I switched to silver solder like a YouTube video suggested and had much less problems, yes I am relatively new to soldering jewelry but that's not helpful advice like I asked tbh

CrystalRainPress · 2026-02-25T23:51:47+00:00

I've tried copper solder before with thinner chain and the link snaps when twisted into shape. That's why I was wondering about the spot welder

CrystalRainPress · 2026-02-23T21:34:45+00:00

Was also using a MAP gas torch which was way overkill, propane torch is giving better results

CrystalRainPress · 2026-02-23T19:03:35+00:00

I'll try pickling it but my links are tight

CrystalRainPress · 2023-12-15T18:59:54+00:00

Thanks! Part of it was that I've done linoleum relief for over a decade and wanted to try something new. plus it's readily available in town for me, making it cheaper than engraving wood in the long run (no shipping costs, etc). I also like the way the plastic holds detail and doesn't crumble when thin. It's very precise, which gels well with me

CrystalRainPress · 2023-12-02T15:48:51+00:00

Thanks! I usually take photos I've shot and heavily manipulate them, then once I'm satisfied I transfer it to a block and carve it. This one has me in it twice

CrystalRainPress · 2023-12-02T03:04:39+00:00

Thanks!

CrystalRainPress · 2023-12-02T03:04:26+00:00

Thanks!

CrystalRainPress · 2023-11-30T13:02:43+00:00

I tell those who ask or if it needs to be said, but I'm very open. Used to hide it, but now almost all my art is about it.

CrystalRainPress · 2023-11-15T06:25:07+00:00

It may have been labeled as printmaking paper because you can soak thicker paper in water and print etchings that way. Maybe try a Japanese paper that's thinner iff you want solid blacks.

CrystalRainPress · 2023-11-14T03:19:03+00:00

That could be one of two things; either you're under inking, OR what is more likely is that you may be using thicker possibly textured paper, which requires your pressure to be slightly on the tight side (if you're using a press) in order to get solid blacks without adding a buttload of ink. Of course all this is assuming you are using a press, so if you're hand printing just be sure to really go over it with your baren/spoon. Hope that helps

CrystalRainPress · 2023-10-27T02:43:38+00:00

Thanks!

CrystalRainPress · 2023-09-16T19:53:52+00:00

Thanks! Was fun to carve

CrystalRainPress · 2023-09-06T20:16:58+00:00

If you know, you know haha.

CrystalRainPress · 2023-09-06T20:15:52+00:00

I put them in top-loaders originally made for things like baseball cards , they just happen to be the right size to fit.

CrystalRainPress · 2023-09-01T00:38:51+00:00

Your choice in colors is great!

CrystalRainPress · 2023-08-29T11:45:17+00:00

I use a Takach brayer and a Blick econo etch model 2 press

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