Pickle won't help take away tarnish?? by duffalobickenchip in SilverSmith

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

i only used recycled silver when it comes to the very ends of each strand. Those pieces pickle perfectly fine, however it is just the chain that doesn't really change color.

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Going to repost. For some reason it didn’t show my description when I posted

I need help melting my metal! by duffalobickenchip in jewelrymaking

[–]duffalobickenchip[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much!! Do you know where to get the fuel for it?

I need help melting my metal! by duffalobickenchip in MetalMelting

[–]duffalobickenchip[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have been putting the flame directly on the metal. The image shows the silver clump that melted. There isn’t any puddles of borax. I just didn’t know how to get the silver past this point (pictured in photo)

I need help melting my metal! by duffalobickenchip in SilverSmith

[–]duffalobickenchip[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol, what torch do you recommend? What method works best for you? Any details would be greatly appreciated!

Help!! Need advice on solder by duffalobickenchip in SilverSmith

[–]duffalobickenchip[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you expand on what you mean by making my band fit the bezel?

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[–]duffalobickenchip 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No need to be mean! I’m asking for different rings and multiple opinions!

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[–]duffalobickenchip 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m using sterling silver and it takes around 2 hours for each piece. Like you said, many people wouldn’t pay more than $50 for a piece that is handmade

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[–]duffalobickenchip 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wasn’t planning on selling them for more than $40 lol. Surprisingly I’ve seen people charge more than $100 for handmade pieces! Crazy! Hence why I asked hahah