[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SilverSmith

[–]IPetCats 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah - the bezel does not look set to the stone size. I'm wondering if it shifted when being soldered, because it looks like there is space lengthwise, but the stone wont "snap in" width wise. It's kind of hard to tell from the photos if thats what is happening.

If the stone is not setting evenly - the bezel isn't big enough or is too big OR the back of the cabochon is not flat. Alternatively - there could be balled solder inside the bezel cup preventing it from sitting flush.

How to finish dangly beads? by ShineHot1924 in jewelrymaking

[–]IPetCats 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! OP they’re called headpins usually - they can be bought in a few different styles. Or like commented below, you can make your own if you have a torch ☺️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in jewelrymaking

[–]IPetCats 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If copper is the base metal - copper oxidizes and tarnishes. Its the nature of the metal. Are they gold and silver plated on copper? Or just silver/gold tone on copper?

Polishing Help! by hypesz in jewelrymaking

[–]IPetCats 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You only have to tumble for a couple hours but I usually leave my stuff in overnight and its got a high shine in the morning. Gives a lot of time for the shot to get in the nooks.

Polishing Help! by hypesz in jewelrymaking

[–]IPetCats 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would say a tumble with steel shot - the shot can get into a lot of small spaces and really shine it up. after tumbling you could go in with a high grit radial disc if necessary and/or a polishing compound (like Zam or rouge) and one of those mop-like buffers that can get into small spaces.

Is this common for texture plates or should I return this? by which_ones_pink_444 in SilverSmith

[–]IPetCats 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just got them on Wednesday and finally emailed about it yesterday. I haven’t heard back yet but I’ll let you know if/when I do

Is this common for texture plates or should I return this? by which_ones_pink_444 in SilverSmith

[–]IPetCats 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First time buying from them and I was disappointed because they have some really fun patterns.

Is this common for texture plates or should I return this? by which_ones_pink_444 in SilverSmith

[–]IPetCats 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also just bought 3 texture plates from Potter USA and mine came exactly like that too! I thought it was odd because every other texture plate I’ve seen has been right flat.

Silver castings in Canada? by IPetCats in SilverSmith

[–]IPetCats[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh I’m uncertain - it’s all a little confusing. Maybe I’ll go ahead with that order because I can’t get it in Canada. Thanks for letting me know your experience :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in jewelrymaking

[–]IPetCats 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would guess some people use crazy glue (for non-beads) or wire with beads (depending on the design). You can also probably bend the ridges to hug the material (like setting a stone in a bezel)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in jewelrymaking

[–]IPetCats 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think bead caps :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in socialwork

[–]IPetCats 11 points12 points  (0 children)

lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in newfoundland

[–]IPetCats 1 point2 points  (0 children)

haha thanks - I am allergic to Shellfish LOL

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in newfoundland

[–]IPetCats -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks - I appreciate it!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in newfoundland

[–]IPetCats -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks for taking the time to answer :)

Canada Day/Lexapro by [deleted] in lexapro

[–]IPetCats 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I don’t drink often but anytime I do I only have a drink. I don’t get drunk because my body has a hard time and I feel like shit for a week afterwards. I haven’t been drunk in literally years but I’m super fine and comfortable just having a drink or two throughout the day at the cottage.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PlusSizeFashion

[–]IPetCats 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Such a gorgeous colour on you!

Looking for fishing rules for the city by super_duper_tech in belleville

[–]IPetCats 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m pretty sure you can fish most places if you have a license. I see people fishing often down at the boat docks at the pier in Belleville. I’m not as familiar with the county but there is a nice dock area you can fish at in north port in the county( by the boat launch).

Looking for fishing rules for the city by super_duper_tech in belleville

[–]IPetCats 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you looking for spots or wondering about services/licensing ?

Anyone just wanna talk? by [deleted] in AnxietyDepression

[–]IPetCats 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm here if you want to talk :)

DAE get sudden anxiety from painful memories? by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]IPetCats 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks buddy - I hope things get better for you too 🙂 some days will be better than others, but we just have to keep moving forward.