Ophiuchus the First Stamped Pendant Tutorial

One or more parts (or tools) used in this project are no longer available, so we've moved the whole project into the "Misc Jewelry Tutorials with Issues" area while we decide what we want to do about it: find a good sub, re-make this project, or retire the tutorial.

Free Technique Sheets & How-Tos

• Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)
• Metal Stamping 101 (PDF)
• Patina 101 (PDF)
• How To Make Personalized Stamped Charms Blog Post
• Quick and Easy 1-Step Looper Tutorial Blog Post

• 1 each #44-720-20 Brass Blank, Round with Loop, 22x18mm
• 1 dozen [use 1] #40-218-4 Gold Plated Curb Chain Necklace, 18", Medium
• 1 dozen [use 1] #05-328-04-22 Swarovski Crystal Bead Faceted Bicone 4mm
• 1 strand [use 1] #05-810-04-206ST Swarovski Crystal Pearl Bead Round 4mm, Bright Gold
• 1 ounce [use 3] #37-100-2 Yellow Plated Jump Ring, Round, Assorted Sizes
• 1 ounce [use 2] #37-400-2 Yellow Plated Head Pin, Size Assortment

• #69-055 Pliers, 1-Step Looper
• #69-298 Rings & Things Exclusive Metal Stamping Tool Mini Kit
• #69-271-03 Tool, Glitter, Chain-Nose Pliers
• #69-245-212 Tool, Stamp, Ophiuchus

• Cotton swabs
• Paper plate
• Rubbing alcohol

See Also:

Jewelry Design Ideas

Birthstone Options

Custom Metal Stamping Tools & Supplies