Tube Setting Faceted Stones Made Simple

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  • Опубликовано: 12 авг 2020
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    Here is a list of all the stuff that I used in this video 😁👍:
    SmoothSet punches for quick & easy tube-setting - FlowStudioSupply.com
    Sticky Wax tidd.ly/3bihVgt
    Heavy-duty Grate For Soldering Tripod - tidd.ly/3BlP5GK
    Tube-Setting Swiss-Made Bur Set - tidd.ly/3CmfPIs
    Bezel Pushers for Hammer-Setting - tidd.ly/3jMakvd
    Silver Solder Chip Hard, Medium, Easy - tidd.ly/3mnLEL6
    The Perfect Bench Pin - tidd.ly/3biD763
    Basic Tube and Wire Cutting Jig - amzn.to/30OgoKI
    Tube-Wire Cutting Jig 15, 30, 45, 90 Degree Cuts - amzn.to/2XYjk5I
    JIG VISE MITER - amzn.to/33STHXv
    Polly Plastics Moldable Plastic - amzn.to/31MnGxJ
    6" Engraving Block - bit.ly/6inEngravingBlock
    Mini Bench Vice - amzn.to/3arb03q
    Professional 18pc Tube Setting Set - amzn.to/2FdOUFP
    12 Piece Setting Shank Bur Set - amzn.to/2XVTejF
    I got some of these tools for the tube setting from a small kit a I got from The Makery you can check out their website here Makeryarts.com
    As for the small setting bit that I used, it was from Flow Studio Supply and you can find them on Etsy FlowStudioSupply.com
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  • @GomeowCreations
    @GomeowCreations  4 года назад +1

    Here is a list of all the stuff that I used in this video 😁👍:
    SmoothSet punches for quick & easy tube-setting - FlowStudioSupply.com
    Sticky Wax tidd.ly/3bihVgt
    Heavy-duty Grate For Soldering Tripod - tidd.ly/3BlP5GK
    Tube-Setting Swiss-Made Bur Set - tidd.ly/3CmfPIs
    Bezel Pushers for Hammer-Setting - tidd.ly/3jMakvd
    Silver Solder Chip Hard, Medium, Easy - tidd.ly/3mnLEL6
    The Perfect Bench Pin - tidd.ly/3biD763
    Basic Tube and Wire Cutting Jig - amzn.to/30OgoKI
    Tube-Wire Cutting Jig 15, 30, 45, 90 Degree Cuts - amzn.to/2XYjk5I
    JIG VISE MITER - amzn.to/33STHXv
    Polly Plastics Moldable Plastic - amzn.to/31MnGxJ
    6" Engraving Block - bit.ly/6inEngravingBlock
    Mini Bench Vice - amzn.to/3arb03q
    Professional 18pc Tube Setting Set - amzn.to/2FdOUFP
    12 Piece Setting Shank Bur Set - amzn.to/2XVTejF
    I got some of these tools for the tube setting from a small kit a I got from The Makery you can check out their website here Makeryarts.com
    As for the small setting bit that I used, it was from Flow Studio Supply and you can find them on Etsy FlowStudioSupply.com
    The first 1000 people who click the link will get 2 free months of Skillshare Premium: bit.ly/GomeowCreationsSkillShare
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    If you are looking for more tools and materials that I use, well you're in luck! I made a page on my website just for that and I'm updating all the time so bookmark it to stay up to date:
    GomeowCreations.com/tools-and-materials
    GomeowCreations.com/partners-discount-codes
    **Read This**Just so you know, just about all of the links I post are affiliate links. This mean if you click them and buy something I will make a small commission at no extra charge to you. This helps support my channel and allows me to keep my content free.
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  • @annettewuggenig6550
    @annettewuggenig6550 4 месяца назад

    I am just starting with brass smithing and silver smithing. I was looking for exactly shat xou showed in the video. Thanks! I like the way you explain important things without unnecessary stories!

  • @rlm98253
    @rlm98253 4 года назад +2

    I'm an advanced amateur making jewelry from recycled copper. I enjoy your relaxed, no-nonsense, clear, and to the point explanations. The majority of your techniques translate to copper work easily. Thank you for making me a better craftsman.

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  4 года назад +2

      No problem and yeah you can do the same a things with copper, brass, silver and gold. There are small difference but it's basically the same. 😁👍

  • @user-pe8cu1vs6d
    @user-pe8cu1vs6d 2 года назад +1

    Your videos are wonderfully clear.Thank you. The lists you provide for the materials you use in each project is extremely helpful. It makes watching your video, looking at suuplies to buy and making the project one efficient step which I very much appreciate.

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  2 года назад +1

      Happy that you find my work and links helpful. 😊

  • @victoriaharrison-sewell6717
    @victoriaharrison-sewell6717 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for that super informative video. That is the first stone setting I have seen. I do wire wrapping, but am wanting to progress to tube & solder settings, & that was very clear for a newbie like me..fingers X!!..

  • @cathybradford5685
    @cathybradford5685 4 года назад +2

    Absolutely just love all your videos!!!! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. 💖

  • @jackreeves3001
    @jackreeves3001 3 года назад +2

    I love your channel. You take the mystery out of making jewelery!

  • @juliel6254
    @juliel6254 3 года назад +1

    Great tutorial. I love your pendant and bale designs. Thank you!

  • @jackdezmen572
    @jackdezmen572 2 года назад +1

    Wow a simple setting!! Thank you man great sharing !!

  • @micbyte
    @micbyte 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for the plastic tip.
    I really appreciate your tips for all of your pieces I find you are very easy to follow and real!!
    Cheers

  • @GabbieAbbie
    @GabbieAbbie 4 года назад +1

    brilliant, simple explanations! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

  • @marcosofsky2605
    @marcosofsky2605 Год назад

    AWESOME! I made the mistake of buying a few semiprecious gemstones without much attention to their size and knew a flush setting could not be possible in every instance. Being limited in resources is tough sledding for a novice as it is buyer beware for every item that I may need, however, your videos offer a viable solution and I am encouraged. Thank you so much.=-
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  • @kathybradbury
    @kathybradbury 3 года назад +2

    Very cute design! Nice demo too! Thanks!

  • @sylviaprudhomme5417
    @sylviaprudhomme5417 4 года назад +2

    Again. Another exceptional piece.

  • @juliew1426
    @juliew1426 4 года назад +2

    I'm so glad you got your camera situation sorted out. Great info and easy to follow, as usual. Thanks again.

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  4 года назад +1

      Well I didn't get it shorted out yet but I made it work for the most part. I have a new lens on order but it was $300 and is coming from Japan 😅

    • @juliew1426
      @juliew1426 4 года назад +1

      @@GomeowCreations Must be a nice one!!

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  4 года назад +1

      It better be haha 😁

  • @JayDub_143
    @JayDub_143 4 года назад +2

    This is why I LOVE your channel!!! Thank you for sharing this now I know how to do it and what tools I need before I do it..lol off to add to my cart 😁💗

  • @Babette17C
    @Babette17C 4 года назад +2

    That is one beautiful pendant. Thank you so much.

  • @d00dl3SEd
    @d00dl3SEd 11 месяцев назад

    Beautiful, thank you

  • @hattieweselyk3018
    @hattieweselyk3018 4 года назад

    Wonderful video! Thank you for taking the time to not only make it but share. I am always hunting for new projects to teach my students.

  • @sylviaprudhomme5417
    @sylviaprudhomme5417 2 года назад +1

    Excellent demo. Always outstanding

  • @johnabbotts1706
    @johnabbotts1706 4 года назад

    Very informative video. l will have to try out, firstly obtain the required tools and see what transpires. You make things appear so simple.

  • @sherrys.2259
    @sherrys.2259 3 года назад +1

    Righteous! Thank you so much.

  • @duelenigma7732
    @duelenigma7732 6 месяцев назад

    ideas: instead of a tumbler and media required try using a clean brillo pad to brighten up the piece or a brass brush (soft) . Both work and you need to control the look by the direction of your rub . BTW the clamp for filing flush is an expensive piece that is something for a pro , 3-4oo bucks for a Swiss made beauty . You can use egg shell powder with water and rub surfaces for a satin polish . These ideas are because the polish on silver is very easily marked , these are more forgiving and faster . Otherwise polishing with the usual Tripoli and rouge is good always . (retired goldsmith) :)

  • @marylusky2224
    @marylusky2224 4 года назад +2

    Never did this with a tube. Going to try. Thanks!

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  4 года назад +1

      Yeah it's very basic but it really adds a lot to your work and it's easy to do.

    • @martintrevino6688
      @martintrevino6688 3 года назад

      GomeowCreations great work! Where do you get the tubes from?

  • @rg-r
    @rg-r 4 года назад +1

    Excellent video, thank you!

  • @vision3690
    @vision3690 6 месяцев назад

    Haha I like your vibe. Funny dude and good explanation!

  • @12mygirls
    @12mygirls Год назад +1

    Excellent!

  • @crystalfabulous
    @crystalfabulous 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for sharing wonderful video

  • @debbiejohnson4034
    @debbiejohnson4034 2 года назад +1

    Great video thanks

  • @user-iv2xo3dn5o
    @user-iv2xo3dn5o 3 года назад +1

    رائع جدا جدا
    فكرة ممتازة
    شكرا لك

  • @benwaddell6503
    @benwaddell6503 20 дней назад

    I really liked your video about tube setting stones. I definitely want to start using tube settings with my other stone setting techniques. My question, is there a limit to the size stone that tube setting works best, or would it be limited to the size tubing that is made?

  • @annahuang8757
    @annahuang8757 2 года назад

    I come from a Chinese handmade jewelry factory.i see making that are very cool

  • @heatherelizabethallen8563
    @heatherelizabethallen8563 3 года назад

    Great video, - Should the setting punch be the same size as the stone or the tube please? Please could you make a video demonstrating how to make a ring with 3 tube settings, with the tubes attached to the sides of the ring rather than soldered on top? if that makes sense.

  • @davidmajersky1969
    @davidmajersky1969 4 года назад +1

    Great video Randy

  • @YooProjects
    @YooProjects 4 года назад +3

    Great video 🍻👍🤩

  • @DianneCulbertsonJacques
    @DianneCulbertsonJacques 4 месяца назад

    I need to make a ring with 2 tube set stones (3mm and 5mm) but they need to touch. I want the tube section to be between the shank rather than on top. Any suggestions on how to do this so I can get to both tubes to set the stones?

  • @philipruthven3092
    @philipruthven3092 3 года назад +2

    'way too much soap' bwaaaaahahahahaha! I spit coffee out. Best line ever! As usual, great video. Hey, do a video on your torch setup and who you like for gas etc. Nice job man!

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  3 года назад +2

      Like this? ruclips.net/video/jiea6U0OR3E/видео.html

    • @philipruthven3092
      @philipruthven3092 3 года назад

      @@GomeowCreations thats crazy! You went back in time and made a video! :) Um, yeah, exactly like that. Dude, do you cook too? Looking for a fish taco recipe. :) Thanks man.

  • @arabiclearner711
    @arabiclearner711 4 года назад +1

    Thanks

  • @johnmimist
    @johnmimist 2 года назад

    It’d be a good idea to say how low the stone should go. Where does the table go? Above or below the edge of setting? How thick should the wall be, etc

  • @NoyesDesignsjewelry
    @NoyesDesignsjewelry 4 года назад +1

    always nice seeing your videos. Tube settings are a great one to master. Have you ever heard of tube setting diamonds or sapphires while the tube is in your flex shaft?? Its such a cool technique. Maybe ill make a video of it sometime. Can't wait to see your next one.

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  4 года назад +2

      Thanks and I haven't. If you make a video about it please tag me in it so I can check it out

    • @NoyesDesignsjewelry
      @NoyesDesignsjewelry 4 года назад +2

      GomeowCreations I will. I haven’t done it in a while since I don’t use tube settings too much, but it is super cool. I’ll work on it and let you know

    • @bonniemagpiejewellery
      @bonniemagpiejewellery 3 года назад +1

      @@NoyesDesignsjewelry I’m intrigued!

    • @NoyesDesignsjewelry
      @NoyesDesignsjewelry 3 года назад +1

      @@bonniemagpiejewellery this is reminding me. I’ll try to get on it soon

  • @lisajarvis3820
    @lisajarvis3820 4 года назад

    Polyplastic ~ never thought of using this ~ lot cheaper ~ thanks!

  • @tammygurl64
    @tammygurl64 2 года назад

    Hi Randy, this was a really great demo, thanks! Being on the cheap (because I've gone waaaaaay over budget - LOL), is it possible to set the stones if you don't have a setting bur and/or punch? Can you get by without at least one of them? Or is there a cheaper tool than the ones in the link? I've never done this but I'd love to tube set 6 tiny birthstones as a mother's day gift for my mom. It'll probably take me until mother's day to finish! 😄 Thanks so much for your help!🙂

  • @samcheeseman7413
    @samcheeseman7413 Год назад +1

    Excellent tutorial Thankyou I learnt alot 😁 could this also work in aluminium or brass tubing? Thanks.

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  Год назад +1

      It would be doing the same this so it should work.

  • @rparker1998
    @rparker1998 4 года назад +8

    LOVELY video! The tube should be .5mm larger than your stone in a perfect world. so if your using a 2mm stone, you'd want a 2.5mm tube. Also a tip for soldering tubes like that to your flat half circles, put T pins through your honeycomb block, backwards (points up) and then put the tubes onto the t pins and then put the half circles up against the tubes and flux/solder like normal! they won't fall over on you, as the upside down T pins hold them in place. (T Pins are found in the sewing section at Michels/Hobby Lobby/amazon) I was told tumblers don't actually work harden pieces regardless of the media used...but then i've also heard they do....shrug?

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  4 года назад +6

      Yeah that would have been better but I was just using what I had from a kit I got in a supply box so it's 0.3mm but it worked 😅👍

    • @satay31
      @satay31 4 года назад +4

      I use my tumbler every day to harden my hand crafted ear wires and headpins, I get amazing results on sterling, copper, brass and fine silver. Haven’t used it on other metals or alloys but using those metals my findings come out perfect every time.

  • @mzjazz5737
    @mzjazz5737 3 года назад

    What is the best torch to start with at home?

  • @joe2244tx
    @joe2244tx 4 года назад +2

    I started making opal inlay rings because of your educational vids man. I am very popular with the ladies now thanks to ya 😎

  • @farnazgbd3484
    @farnazgbd3484 2 года назад +1

    great tutorial😍wish I had seen this before trying to make a tube setting and failing epically.(my friend contacted me to say the stone has fallen😭 So Embarrassing😭)

  • @elizabethhastings8781
    @elizabethhastings8781 4 года назад +1

    I like your technique. You mentioned a bent bail. Do you have a video on making that one and others?

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  4 года назад +2

      Than you and I don't have a video on it yet but I will think about doing that 😊.

  • @JennyGSS
    @JennyGSS 4 года назад

    Please clarify something for me. Should the setting burr match the stone? i.e. if I have a 2.5 mm stone should I use a 2.5 mm setting burr too or some other size? Should the setting punch match the size of the tube? i.e. I have a 3 mm tube should I use a 3 mm setting punch? Thank you! Great video by they way.

  • @carzyday
    @carzyday 2 года назад

    can you show us how to do the pave settings please?

  • @tobykrell7762
    @tobykrell7762 4 года назад +2

    Thank you.
    Bern thinking about a rotating ball for stone setting. I find it generally awkward with tightening and loosening my vise. Would you make a specific product suggestion?

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  4 года назад +1

      I don't understand what you what you are asking about. 😅

    • @tobykrell7762
      @tobykrell7762 4 года назад +2

      @@GomeowCreations I must have my terminology all messed up. The engraving ball that rotates. Very pricey. Different sizes and ways to secure. Is there one you prefer? Maybe you did a video sometime that highlights those products? Thank you for answering me. I hope I am more clear than I was 🙃

    • @bonniemagpiejewellery
      @bonniemagpiejewellery 3 года назад +1

      @@tobykrell7762 have a look at GRS. They are the company that all other ball vices are copied from.

    • @tobykrell7762
      @tobykrell7762 3 года назад +2

      @@bonniemagpiejewellery thank you. Yes it seems best option. Appreciate your reply.

  • @joyceeberner
    @joyceeberner 3 года назад +1

    Great video.. As Always! One Question: wouldn’t it be easier to burnish the set stones by hand, if tumbled afterward?

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  3 года назад +1

      You can damage the stones in a tumbler 😅

  • @neesr13
    @neesr13 3 года назад +1

    Have purchased nearly all the items I will need to begin making jewelry, but am having trouble locating silver tubing. Help a gal out? Thanks.

  • @nailarae3633
    @nailarae3633 3 года назад +1

    I have a Kors watch with stones on the dial. Is it possible to remove those stones and replace them with a different color

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  3 года назад +1

      It might be possible to do but it's not going to be easy to do and it would depend on how the stones are set. I don't suggest trying it seeing that you might just ruin your watch. 😅

  • @WonhoPark
    @WonhoPark 4 года назад +1

    wow. great job!! i have a question, how to make ?polish? your ball vice surface pattern? thanks for video

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  4 года назад +1

      Thank you and I'm unsure what you are asking but the ball vice came with that surface pattern on it when I got it. 😁👍

  • @kennethbetancourt7457
    @kennethbetancourt7457 2 года назад +1

    What’s the tool used to hold the tube while you cut that small piece off w the jewelers saw??

  • @chinoching-topic
    @chinoching-topic 3 года назад +2

    That tight how you make this

  • @malliganathan4175
    @malliganathan4175 2 года назад +1

    I have a question can you actually put flat metal like this pendant in the tumbler? I had an issue where a large flat pendant became pitted/textured. It was fine silver. After this simeone told me that I am not supposed to use flat sheet metal in a tumbler.

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  2 года назад +2

      Fine silver is very soft so that might have been your problem

    • @malliganathan4175
      @malliganathan4175 2 года назад

      @@GomeowCreations thank you so much!

  • @islaisland4644
    @islaisland4644 3 года назад

    Hello- If setting in a different color metal or stone, is there a way to do it so the metal around the set stone doesn't show?

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  3 года назад

      I'm sorry but I don't know what you mean by that. 😅

  • @jenhintz8867
    @jenhintz8867 3 года назад +2

    Extremely impatient person’s hack for hardening the thermoplastic: if you’ve heated just a thin layer, spray it with air duster. That comes out super cold and will accelerate the hardening process. Or plop an ice pack on top for a minute.

  • @MalikShier
    @MalikShier Год назад +1

    Hey Gomeow, I have a question.. I'm designing a ring for my partner and am going to get it cast in seterling silver, I want to set a pear shaped blue saphire in it keeping it in place using prongs. My question is, do i need to heat treat the cast ring before & after setting the stone and bending the prongs into place to avoid any disasters?

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  Год назад +2

      If you are just using 925 Silver you should be fine as it is. Silver is kind of soft and bending prongs shouldn't be hard to do.

    • @MalikShier
      @MalikShier Год назад

      @@GomeowCreations I did think that was the case but couldn't find any confirmation of it anywhere. So thank you so much for getting back to me! And for all the inspiring videos you make!

  • @pbjsilverstudio4882
    @pbjsilverstudio4882 3 года назад +1

    NOTE: take your tumbler to the sink, run water into the tumbler to rinse out much of the suds and be able to see and retrieve your work more easily! And no mess!

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  3 года назад +2

      Thank you but it was more of a joke for the video 😁 normal I just pour it into a strainer and rinse it off 👍

    • @HandmadeJewelleryWork
      @HandmadeJewelleryWork 3 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/TWXB20ZmqvA/видео.html

  • @millybells
    @millybells 3 года назад +2

    What’s the plastic called you can heat up and melt ?

  • @ryandavis4448
    @ryandavis4448 4 года назад +4

    Working on a small bezel using silver wire atm, so it's ironic you just released this video. Btw, I've always wondered, What's your "pickling solution?" Just curious?

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  4 года назад +2

      What is my pickling solution or what is pickling solution?

    • @ryandavis4448
      @ryandavis4448 4 года назад

      @@GomeowCreations I guess both... I've been Soldering, and cooling rings in water. So I'm not sure what "pickling solution" means...?

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  4 года назад +2

      You need to watch this video also 😅👍 ruclips.net/video/1mPAXsKXb1Q/видео.html

    • @ryandavis4448
      @ryandavis4448 4 года назад

      @@GomeowCreations oh wow, I thought I'd seen all of your videos, but I haven't seen that one. Sry, and thanks...

  • @flyingcheff
    @flyingcheff 4 года назад +2

    Randy, there is a LOT of controversy about tumblers "work hardening" pieces (metal). I've heard that unless the piece is VERY thin and tumbled for a LONG TIME - (hours!), A tumblers action cannot impart enough percussion to affect a hardening result, at least a result that is enough; what's needed to impart strength. It's clear that tumbling does a great job of burnishing and a bit of cleaning too. What do you know/think of this?

    • @juliel6254
      @juliel6254 3 года назад +2

      Flying Chef - I can't speak for anyone else, but I have the same tumbler as Randy and I LOVE it. It does work harden my pieces. It is excellent for smaller pieces like ear wires and freshly soldered pieces as they are always easily malleable. After a good hour or two in the tumbler, they are much harder and stiffer for sure. I have two lbs of steel shot in mine and it works great. And the polishing aspect makes it well worth it.

    • @satay31
      @satay31 3 года назад +1

      Julie L, agreed, I usually tumble much longer 4-8 hours but I only have 1lb of shot in my tumbler and tumbling does a great job on my handmade findings, bezel set pieces, Even rings and chain.

  • @arjumandalam9698
    @arjumandalam9698 2 года назад

    Really needed a closeup

  • @benjaminfronknil362
    @benjaminfronknil362 2 года назад +1

    Can you use beeswax as cut lube?

  • @luluhall2013
    @luluhall2013 3 года назад +1

    I have to ask...how on EARTH did you get the Polly Plastics off your piece? Mine had stings and blobs EVERYWHERE. It might be inexpensive, but wow it's a pain to remove.

    • @GomeowCreations
      @GomeowCreations  3 года назад +1

      I just heated it up a little and pulled it off. Any little bits came off with little to no problem. 😅

  • @davidlane147
    @davidlane147 3 года назад +2

    Not to be a negative douche bag or anything but please solder things straight 😩 take more time over soldering, do it piece by piece rather than all the bezels and the discs at once.