This week I’ll show you some more metalworking techniques including files, rotary abrasives, and how to make a ball-head rivet with a butane torch. You can get all kinds of jewelry supplies online (Rio Grande) is a good resource, or ask around for local shops. If you’re interested in learning more about metalsmithing, ask at your local university or community college to see if they have classes; it’s a very hands-on process and it helps to have in-person help! The tools I used in the video:
- slotted mandrel for emery paper
- wet/dry sandpaper
- detail abrasive brush (Dremel gave me some to try)
- abrasive wheels
- micro/needle files
- butane torch
- cross-locking tweezers
Don’t forget to watch my previous metalworking video for more techniques!
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