How To Make An Oval Basket Setting Without A Forming Block
Making an oval setting can be tricky, especially if you don’t have a forming block. But how hard is it to make the setting without one?
Making of a butterfly pendant
Making a pendant almost exclusively using silver wire can be challenging. This post covers my approach to designing and creating a butterfly-shaped pendant.
Watchtower Set
A Medieval-themed ring and earrings set presented way more challenges than I expected. This is my first experience with a heavy prongs setting.
Jump ring adventures
A jump ring is probably one of the simplest elements in jewelry, yet it is challenging for beginners.
Organic flow pendant
The work of Alex Šepkus heavily inspired this pendant. In this post, I share my thoughts on these techniques: bezel setting, flush setting, soldering large surfaces, and bright cutting.
Practicing flush-setting and engraving
Flush-setting and engraving, key tips on planning, careful soldering, and starter advice for using gravers.
