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Thank you for watching m'dear! <3

Hi, the fan is for ventilation. It sucks the solder fumes away so i don't breathe them. Thanks for watching!

@@moontreeboutique7995 makes sense now. Duh lol

Wonderful! Go make some pendants <3

Hi there! Thank you for checking out my videos. I am afraid i dont cut and polish stones but i have several friends that specialize in cutting turquoise. It is possible that the ring has a calibrated setting, meaning it takes a standard size stone- so a replacement can be purchased precut. If you need a custom stone made thats a bit costlier however totally possible. I would start my bringing it to a local jewelry store and asking them to measure the ring to see if it takes a calibrated size and if they can order a replacement first. best, Clare

Thank you Clare. I will take and get measured. I would love it if you would give me the info for someone that can replace the stone. The ring is special and I definitely want to get the stone replaced.

I think it’s so sad that you think it was your fault you’re not a geologist and you were looking for something for your son. They should’ve never done that to you. It is not your fault.

Unfortunately lots of dealers dont disclose if a stone is treated or an synthetic. If you are interested in learning more about how to watch out for fakes check out my 'Ask a Gemologist" series @@Bonnie-mc9zo

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Thanks for watching! Many other Ask a Gemologist videos are available on my channel page too

Great question! I completed my graduate degree from the Gemological Institute of America, where we learn all the various ways to identify synthetic gemstones under high magnification and with a range of scientific instruments. Some synthetics are easy to spot because they just don't possess the right attributed to be natural, such as color or crystal structure- but other synthetics require testing by a professional. It depends on what the type of gem it is. There is no 'one' test that will conclusively tell with every single variety of gem if it is natural, but rather different characteristic test for different stones. Thank you for watching!

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Thank you so much for watching and commenting! 🤗

Thank you SO much for watching!

Thank you SO much for watching! There are lots of other tutorials too on my page, if you ever fancy making your own chains, or rings perhaps!

I have a weller soldering iron- they are at the hardware store as well as home depot. The type of solding iron is not that important but i would 100% recommend getting a soldering controller so you can adjust the heat. They are about $30 and you can find the one i like best by googling "Rainbow Vari Watt Rheostat Soldering Iron Controller, 120V, Power Controller"

I used to use this 16 gauge sterling plated copper wire from Michael's for chains , but it is out of stock a lot so recently I switched to a sterling silver filled from fire mountain gems that comes in every size. It is a little more expensive but it is always available. Thanks for watching!

@@moontreeboutique7995 Thank you kindly for replying! I went on to your next video for your handmade clasp and you do state that it was 16 gauge. 😊 Too bad I have spools of 18g plated copper wire. I'm hoping maybe small circles will be sturdy enough for that size. I will reply back here how that works out. Stay safe & humble. 🌸

i bet that would work great for small circles of figure 8 shapes! @@foxiepoxi9245

@@moontreeboutique7995 Oh yes! I will try that for sure! I'm just beginning my solder journey. I honestly haven't soldered anything yet. Getting all supplies and finishing my studio! Have a beautiful week!

Great idea! I should do one on 'phenomenal feldspars' because Moonstone, labradorite and spectrolite are all very closely related! i will tag you when it is complete so you can check it out! Thanks

Hi, i am not sure i understand your question. Could you clarify?

any soldering iron will do, it is much more important to get a soldering iron rheostat- so you can control the temp. They cost about $20-$40 but are really helpful in controlling the "runniness" of the solder. It moves faster when it is hotter

i use a weller soldering iron- but what is most important really is that i have rheostat soldering iron temperature controller. They are about $30 but let you adjust the heat. Being able to adjust the heat is really helpful! Sometimes you want very runny hot solder but sometimes you need more of a blob and you can turn down the heat. Happy crafting!

thank you!

I buy my sterling silver ring shank by the foot on etsy (i use half round) from various sellers, and i use ruby fluid flux i buy on ebay. Check out my other tutorials too, as i talk more about specific products i use. Thank you for watching!

i use rose quartz with this technique all the time. Just make sure to let it cool off slowly, if you dunk it in water when it is hot it will crack the stone. Thanks for watching! I have lots of other tutorials too on my page!

indeed! This technique works on a variety of gemstones and crystals! Check out my website to see many examples: MoonTreeBoutique.etsy.com

Lol never-ending! It took me a couple tries but I was able to pause it at the right moment to see the label 😅

@@Spencergirlcomedy I use a liquid flux called Ruby Fluid. I prefer a liquid to a paste personally. Thank you for watching!

Either option works great with this technique, but for these particular designs i make the bail out of triple plated silver over copper in a 16 gauge.

Kyanite is not toxic, the only time a mask is required it when it is being cut and polished as the fine fibers can become airborn. When handling it otherwise it is totally safe.

@@moontreeboutique7995 good to know. I was under the impressions it had lead in it. I'm glad it's not as I've been holding back on handling the stuff I have because someone obviously told me an untruth. Thank you. Beautiful work you do.

@@bubblywaters3116 Kyanite is an aluminosilicate mineral, found in aluminium-rich metamorphic pegmatites and sedimentary rock~ no lead at all. Thank you for watching!

So glad you enjoyed it!

@@moontreeboutique7995 I've created my own pendants by mending together about 5 other techniques. This will finish them off perfectly and add inspiration/technique #6. Really, thank you! Thank you so so much! This is EXACTLY what I've been looking for! Thank you! 😘😘😘😘😘😘😘

@@AliceNsWonderland ​ @N I Q O L E You made my day! I have a number of other tutorials on my channel too- using the same technique to make ring and such. Take care!

@@moontreeboutique7995 oh, don't worry! I'll be checking THEM out too!!! You're AWESOME! *THANKS SO MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR TALENT WITH ME!* 😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘

@@moontreeboutique7995 I think I have everything I need to begin! I'm going to watch your tutorials a couple dozen more times, thank you again! I was shocked to see all the soldering available at Hobby Lobby contained lead! I found lead-free at Home Depot, thankfully! On their website they have both but all they had in store was soldering containing lead. That seems crazy in a jewelry department! Am I making more out of it than it needs to be? LOL

Its a "Weller SP80NUS Orange 80W 120V Corded Electric Soldering Iron" that i got on ebay for about $45 usd, but next time i have to replace it i would like one with an adjustable temp gauge- they are a about 3 times more money though, but i think it might be worth it. Thanks for watching!

@@moontreeboutique7995 Thanks so much!