Silversmithing tutorials

In this guide I'm going to list the basic tools and materials you'll need to just get started with silversmithing. Since I started jewelry making using silver and joined the metalsmithing Facebook groups I've done my fair share of asking what tools others use and scouring the internet comparing tool

In this guide I'm going to list the basic tools and materials you'll need to just get started with silversmithing. Since I started jewelry making using silver and joined the metalsmithing Facebook groups I've done my fair share of asking what tools others use and scouring the internet comparing tools and prices. I'm going to share only what I've found to be popular within the community or use myself.

Silversmithing With Impression Dies (Advanced): Hey guys, this is a very long instructable lol. I wanted to just give an overview of these kinds of dies, but then I got carried away. If you just want to see how it works, skip to the middle, because the first steps are about the history/the dies, …

Whether you're a jewellery making beginner or experienced silversmith, we'll show you the many ways you can use settings or make your own from scratch!

I've been wanting to create this tutorial for a while and I've finally got around to it. If you're new to silversmithing then I highly suggest you check out my other tutorials; How to Make A Silver Ring Band and How To Make A Bezel Setting first because prong settings, although they look easier

Follow our step by step tutorial on how to create a bezel setting for a free form gemstones to create a ring, with beaded wire.

Last week I wrote a supplies guide leading up to this basic silversmithing tutorial ‘How To Make A Silver Ring Band.’ In my opinion, if you’re wanting to get into silversmithing then the easiest thing to learn is how to make a simple ring band. So if you haven’t yet seen that then go check that out first. But, if you already have your supplies then let’s get into the tutorial!

Soldering sterling silver is one of the fundamental skills that every jeweler should have. However, starting up at home can be a little intimidating so we've put together this guide so you can feel confident. It includes the tools and supplies you need, as well as important info about different types of solder.

Barbara from Silver Pickle shows you how to make your own spinner ring! Follow the steps and get all the supplies you need online

​Guest tutor, Harriet shares with you how to make a bracelet cuff - a great tutorial for a jewellery making beginner!

by Patti Vanderbloemen Recently, Carol did an awesome post on recycling some of her silver scrap into silver sheet (that post is right he...

I have been informed of a serious oversight on my part involving safety. Pleas visit this post on tool safety before attempting this tutorial. Today I'm going to be starting my first tutorial on jewelry making, with the absolute minimum of specialty tools and materials. For the first project, we're going to need some preliminary…

A Simple Sterling Silver Band Ring: The first piece of solder constructed jewellery I made was a simple sterling silver band ring in college. It is also the first project I give to my beginner students. It touches on most of the basics of solder constructed jewellery making: shaping, …

Silversmithing is a technique where objects are fabricated from sterling or fine silver. All sorts of objects can be made by a silversmith, including trophies; ornaments; utensils and of course…

No doubt, the subtle shine of silver is gorgeous. But if you love antique ornaments as we do, you might be wondering how to patina your silver pieces quickly and easily. Well, you’re at the

Bezel-Setting Tutorial: Make your own bezel-set ring or other piece of jewelry following this tutorial! You will need: Basic to intermediate metalsmithing skills soldering equipment pickling solution Jewelers saw shears/snips set of jewelers files sandpaper grits 200-400…

Happy Mother's Day! Every Mother's Day my Mom, Robin, and I do a creative activity together. This year I had the idea to make custom rings at the Gem Studio in Salt Lake City! The Gem Studio is super cool. You book a 3 hour workshop and make a ring from scratch, with sterling silver and the gem (or gems) of your choice! There are different options for bezels, bands, details, gems, and styles. First, we picked out a few gems we liked. Once we got a few in our bowls, we narrowed it down to two…

Explore the art of silversmithing and unleash your creativity with this comprehensive guide. Learn about the tools, techniques and popular projects in this ancient metalworking tradition.

A short history of silversmithing, including 17th, 18th, and 19th century silversmithing and native American silversmithing history.