Silversmithing Tips & Techniques

It sounds like an odd thing to worry about. Plenty of crafts and hobbies thrive outdoors in bright light — so why...

There are dozens of rotary tools on the market at a wide range of price points. Generic alternatives to the Dremel brand...

Butane is butane — or so it seems. Walk into any hardware store and you’ll find several options at similar prices. The...

Before you pick up a torch or unbox a single tool, the space you work in will determine how safe, comfortable, and...

Silversmithing involves an open flame torch, acid chemicals, and hot metal. Managed correctly, it’s a remarkably safe craft — David has taught...

There’s a phrase David repeats in class early and often: everything is hot. It sounds simple, almost obvious. But it’s one of...

If you’ve read anything about silversmithing, you may have come across references to hot pickle — a heated acid solution used to...

Eye protection is one of those things that’s easy to skip when you’re getting started, especially when you’re focused on learning technique...