Helen I. Driggs demonstrates how some non-jewelers tools give fabrication a new twist.
My background is in graphic design, so I have spent lots of time in traditional artist’s supply stores. I have discovered quite a few tools that do double duty at my jewelry bench and in my painting studio that are especially suited to pattern creation and design. One of my recent finds is a tool used for heavy body paints, such as oils, acrylics, or alkyds as well as plaster, clay, and encaustics.
What You’ll Need: Unexpected Jewelry-Making Tools
Photo | Product Type | Product | Price | Where To Find It |
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Princeton Catalyst Zig Zag Contour Tool | $ | View On Amazon | |
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Princeton Catalyst Wave Contour Tool | $ | View On Amazon | |
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Bezel Strip |
Solid Copper Bezel/Strip 1/4" x 24 Gauge - 5 Feet_ From RawTreasures |
$ | View On Amazon |
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Dividers | $$ | View On Amazon | |
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Double-Sided Tape | $ | View On Amazon | |
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Clear Tape | $$ | View On Amazon | |
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Jeweler's Saw |
Knew Concepts 8" Mk.IV Heavy Duty Hand Saw with Lever Tension and Swivel Blade Clamps |
$$$ | View On Amazon |
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Alcohol or Acetone |
MG Chemicals 824-1L 99.9% Isopropyl Alcohol Liquid Cleaner, Clear , 945 mL (1 US Quart) |
$$ | View On Amazon |
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Sanding Stick | $$ | View On Amazon |
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This month I will demonstrate how I use them to create custom-sawn scalloped bezels.
Originally published under the title: Unexpected Tools For Fabrication
Helen I. Driggs is an experienced metalsmith, lapidary, and studio jewelry instructor, and she has appeared in six instructional jewelry technique videos. Her book, The Jewelry Maker’s Field Guide, was published in 2013.