I like your work. I do things just a little different. I have the joint of the bangle extend off the block. Then take the block to the edge of the bench. I heat from the under side of the joint and pull the solder through. Just a different idea.
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A flush cutter would do the job well. Sometimes though, even though it says "flush" some cutters still lead a little pinch, so filing it flat is still needed.
+Toni Earnest Hi Toni! Yes, the copper will change colors. If you would like to use a sealer, we recommend Renaissance Wax. You can find it here: www.beaducation.com/zen_products/2069-renaissance-wax-2-ounces
If you textured the round wire bangle *before* cutting and soldering it, would it flatten too much? Or is there some other reason you didn't recommend texturing, *then* measuring?
+jaykay415 depending on how much you texture it, it will not flatten too much, it will still remain strong. When you texture, it will "grow" the metal so if you texture after you measure, you will have lost your initial measurement.
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Hi Georgie! You will need to seal the copper. We offer a few different products that work great. I've included the links below. Jewelry Shield: www.beaducation.com/p/1526-jewelry-making-tools-jewelry-shield Renaissance Wax: www.beaducation.com/p/2069-jewelry-making-tools-renaissance-wax-2-ounces Glaze Metal Sealer: www.beaducation.com/p/3421-enamel-mixed-media-glaze-metal-sealer-2-ounces
it all depends on how much pickle solution is in the bath, how hot it is and how much oxides you need to remove. Typically, about 5 minutes will do it. Check your piece and pull it out when it's pretty whitish and has not more oxides or fire scale. Hop this helps :)
Ya know, it depends on the person and PH balance of their skin. Copper doesn't turn my skin green but if one of my friends wears it, she will be great in minutes. You can also seal the copper with a metal spray on sealant like Krylon.
We use the Max Flame www.beaducation.com/p/2171-jewelry-making-tools-max-flame-jeweler-s-torch Here is a link to all the tools and materials used in this class - www.beaducation.com/online_classes/187
absolutely the BEST beginners instructional video EVER!!!!! really helped with all my frustrating attempts and mistakes...thank you!
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if I need private instruction or help do you offer that?
Hi Brooke. Sorry we don't offer that right now.
I like your work. I do things just a little different. I have the joint of the bangle extend off the block. Then take the block to the edge of the bench. I heat from the under side of the joint and pull the solder through. Just a different idea.
best class, very clear and inspirational... since you like dots here are a bunch of them ........................-)
Very good demonstration. Excellent tips also - love watching you do your stuff!!
Thanks again for the feedback Sandra - looks l like you have been watching a few classes and havin' some fun!!!
Thank You for this excellent classes,you gave so many geat tips & i really enjoy to watch the way you make your Fabulous Bangles,love them all!
Thank you very much for this! You're so clear to explain!!!!!
Thanks Sandra....we really appreciate the feedbacks. Clarity sure is important! oh and, if you wanna learn more, make sure to subscribe goo.gl/3ErJzq ...that is if you haven't already :)
You are a great teacher.
Great job!
Thank-you!!
Great video, Thank you.
You didn't show the second method of measuring bangle size.
Awesome video
How long do I pickle the bangle for? Your instruction is fantastic! Thank you!
Generally it takes about 5 minutes...or until the metal is clean from firescale.
great video! thank you
Question. Why file the pinched in instead of using the flush cutters?
A flush cutter would do the job well. Sometimes though, even though it says "flush" some cutters still lead a little pinch, so filing it flat is still needed.
Thank you ...great tutorial !!! Love the Bangles !!! Have a question will the copper turn color by itself or does it not tarnish ?
+Toni Earnest yes cope will tarnish very easily, especially if you live by the ocean.
+Toni Earnest Hi Toni! Yes, the copper will change colors. If you would like to use a sealer, we recommend Renaissance Wax. You can find it here: www.beaducation.com/zen_products/2069-renaissance-wax-2-ounces
Really loved the video. Where do you purchase your supplies? What did you use for the stamping?
beaducation.com
If you textured the round wire bangle *before* cutting and soldering it, would it flatten too much? Or is there some other reason you didn't recommend texturing, *then* measuring?
+jaykay415 depending on how much you texture it, it will not flatten too much, it will still remain strong. When you texture, it will "grow" the metal so if you texture after you measure, you will have lost your initial measurement.
What a great class! Could this technique be used after flattening round wire? X
Absolutely! Looks like you have been busy watching a few of our vids Faye! Thanks! I am glad you are learning stuff. Now you just wanna not sleep so you can make jewelry all night huh? :0
Make sure to subscribe to our youtube channel for more jewelry making vids!!! goo.gl/29bmpC
Oh! I'm subscribed....you have so much to teach and your demonstrators are brilliant! Thank you so much for everything...including your reply xxx
I love what you do, and I wish I could do it . But in my town I can't have the materials.
Good luck♥
like this so cool to learn which you
i got acid and rosin core solder can i use them
+Riley McMurrin Hi Riley, We are not familiar with that type of solder. So, we can't say. But, maybe someone here could help. Have a great day!
how do you keep cooper bracelets from to get dark
Hi Georgie! You will need to seal the copper. We offer a few different products that work great. I've included the links below.
Jewelry Shield:
www.beaducation.com/p/1526-jewelry-making-tools-jewelry-shield
Renaissance Wax:
www.beaducation.com/p/2069-jewelry-making-tools-renaissance-wax-2-ounces
Glaze Metal Sealer:
www.beaducation.com/p/3421-enamel-mixed-media-glaze-metal-sealer-2-ounces
Very nice ! Does the white vinegar and salt solution I’ve seen really work?
I have personally never tried it but have heard good things about it.
I use it and it works wonderfully!
It works, but when warm the pickle solution smells like stinky feet ...
HI, in your math calculation, why is it multiplied by 3? From where comes this number? Thanks. Great video!!
This just seems to be a number that as the size changes, seems to work across the board.
Nice
How long do you leave the bangle in the pickles?
it all depends on how much pickle solution is in the bath, how hot it is and how much oxides you need to remove. Typically, about 5 minutes will do it. Check your piece and pull it out when it's pretty whitish and has not more oxides or fire scale. Hop this helps :)
Won't copper turn your skin greenish?
Ya know, it depends on the person and PH balance of their skin. Copper doesn't turn my skin green but if one of my friends wears it, she will be great in minutes. You can also seal the copper with a metal spray on sealant like Krylon.
What torch is that you are using ?
We use the Max Flame www.beaducation.com/p/2171-jewelry-making-tools-max-flame-jeweler-s-torch
Here is a link to all the tools and materials used in this class - www.beaducation.com/online_classes/187
Can i use a flush cutter?
+Geena katherine Hi Geena, For which step are you referring to?
+Beaducation sorry stupid question i forgot to quench my bangle however and headed straight for the pickle does this damage my pickle?
+Geena katherine It does not damage the pickle.
Hello What brand of fluxes used
Here are the fluxes we prefer www.beaducation.com/search?qry=flux
Beaducation muchas gracias