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Created by: Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsCreate stamped charms using Monogram stamp set. New to stamping? See Metal Stamping 101 for an overview, or download our step-by-step PDF stamping guide.Use Stamp Enamel to make the design pop, and wipe off excess with a paper towel or soft cloth (follow usage instructions on Stamp Enamel package).Use the crystal setter kit to stamp an indent for a crystal rhinestone. It should be deep enough to protect the edges of the stone, but the top of the crystal sh …

Created by: Mollie ValenteDesigner TipsCreate a bail using a 5/16" x 3" piece of 24-gauge copper sheet: Cut, file, stamp, punch and ream the holes a bit larger. Use bail-making pliers to bend the stamped piece into a bail (dead center so the holes line up). Patina after bending.Stamp the brass star charm: See Techniques for Creating Stamped Metal Charms.Create gemstone donut chainmaille: Add four 10mm jump rings to each donut. Connect two per side with 8mm jump rings. Use 8mm jump rings on the e …

Emma is in our warehouse daily, and I wanted to honor her with some Jewelry.Created by: Rita HutchinsonDesigner TipsNew to stamping? See Metal Stamping 101.The 3mm Bridgette stamp set allowed a long phone number and a name to fit perfectly.Use Enamel Marker to make the stamped letters show up. Remove excess "enamel" with paper towel.When the piece is completely dry, highlight with the polishing pad. (Do not get pads wet, or they become ineffective).Suggested Supplies1 4-pack (use 1 set) #44-775- …

Created by: Janet BoyingtonDesigner TipsStamp hearts in desired locations on USA blank, and then use the "." (period) from the punctuation set to connect the hearts. (New to metal stamping? See Metal Stamping 101)If necessary, use nylon or rawhide hammer to re-flatten the blank.Punch hole (For proper technique, see Learn More tab of hole punch.)Patina with Novacan.If needed, sand blank to remove any large scratches.Polish to a mirror finish with Ultra polishing pad.Use split ring pliers to add s …

Created by: Valorie Nygaard-PouzarDesigner TipsWhether it be the park or the opera, your pooch will prance in style with this custom and personalized doggie necklace.Determine the total length of the collar. This project is for a medium size dog and measures 26" with 3 snaps.Lay the leather strip so that the back side is up, and lay your beads along the leather strip. Measuring from the center out, use a pen to mark where you will pierce holes in the leather for sewing on the beads.Pierce with a …