The pattern looked pretty intricate for such a small piece and it was interesting to see how you created it. Have never thought that it could have been done this way!!! But this is what helped to create another identical pattern!!! ❤❤❤
Another winner! Chad, I really appreciate how you explain the "whys" of your choices. It's very helpful for decision-making criteria. A great way to learn! Gorgeous peridot! 🌺
Really enjoyed watching you make this ring, it's a bit different which I liked and you have such easy techniques and not too many tools needed. Going to give this a try. Thank you for sharing you knowledge, take care.
I've watched several videos now and your work is stunningly gorgeous, and OMG that necklace behind you that looks like aquamarine?? Really amazing work you do and I love your detailed tutorials.
Thanks VJ F! If you are referring to the octopus, it is Larimar, a stone from the Dominican Republic. Here is the video where I made that one: Octopus Pendant: A Silversmithing Tutorial ua-cam.com/video/Ly2AchaNa5c/v-deo.html
In the past I didn’t, but in recent times I have found it helps me produce a better quality piece. It helps me figure out what problems I may run into along the way.
Went well out of my comfort zone and tried this with faux emerald. I ordered square wire that was too thin of a gauge but I persevered and have ended up with a ring that needs A LOT of filing and sanding. Hopefully with some good polishing, it won't look like the hot mess it looks like now, but this is one for the portfolio! Thank you!!
I think as we get older we start to appreciate the more subtle things, instead of wanting “ALL the SPARKLIES ALL THE TIME!!!!” Lol(still fond of the sparklies sometimes tho) I think I prefer green tourmaline to peridot tho. Love the triquetra on this. I love Celtic interlace but rarely use it in jewellery mainly cos I’m terrible at exacting measurements and interlace is ALL measurements lol .Having seen it done, I might just give it a try… Btw the number 3 was sacred to many ancient cultures. So many vital things come in 3s, earth air and fire, maiden mother crone, 3 graces, 3 fates…..making jewellery with this pattern makes you a part of a tradition that reaches back into prehistory. Something to keep in mind if you like that sorta thing :)
I've always loved the origins of things, symbols, myths, word/idiom etymology. Sometimes the roots of things are interesting. Thanks for the nice comment Pauline!
You’re welcome Chioma! This style isn’t as challenging as some designs, so I’ll probably make a few for shows this summer:). Thank you for your nice comments!
Always amazing Chad. Thank you for sharing your experience and methods. Your working style is how I want to approach my technique. Have you done any brooches or Tie pins in your episodes?
Thanks Chris! The big dragonfly piece I did quite a while ago was a pin/pendant with a style of pin back that I like. Here’s a link. ua-cam.com/video/Xj5T9nH8Qu4/v-deo.html. It was an earlier video, so editing may be a bit rougher:). Haven’t done a tie tack video yet. Do people still use those? Hope this helps:)
10:42pm EST. Really great video that you make look so easy. Just one question, when you added the second ring to your inner bezel, did you add it “on top” of the first ring or “on the inside” of the first ring? Thank you.
Thank you Marilyn! One is stacked on top of the other when I make a step bezel this way. Occasionally I’ll have to use 3 if the stone is particularly deep:). Thanks for the nice comment!
That is a good question Greg. I'm no expert on stone identification, but buying from eBay can be risky. Your best bet is to buy in person from a dealer with a good reputation. I generally get my stones from vendors at gem shows that I've bought from in the past. I'd do some research on various characteristics of the gemstones you like to help you spot fakes. Getting a good Loupe is helpful when you start examining stones:)
Big fingers, tiny pieces, very nimble, most amazing, and fine torch work. Thank you Chad
Thanks Dave. Sometimes I wish my fingers were a little smaller:)
The pattern looked pretty intricate for such a small piece and it was interesting to see how you created it. Have never thought that it could have been done this way!!! But this is what helped to create another identical pattern!!! ❤❤❤
I’m glad you liked it Anne:). Thanks for the nice comment!
Beautiful ring Chad..love your teaching style and how you don’t use a lot of fancy expensive tools!
Thanks Lisa! Glad you are getting something from these!
Thanks for a great project...lots of good ideas for various other designs also.
You're welcome Jesse! I think you could fill that space with lots of different embellishments:)
I know I will struggle with those small details, but I am going to make this one anyhow. Thanks Chad, it looks amazing!
You can do it:). Thanks for the nice comment!
Another winner! Chad, I really appreciate how you explain the "whys" of your choices. It's very helpful for decision-making criteria. A great way to learn! Gorgeous peridot! 🌺
Thanks Flying Chef!
Really enjoyed watching you make this ring, it's a bit different which I liked and you have such easy techniques and not too many tools needed. Going to give this a try. Thank you for sharing you knowledge, take care.
You’re welcome Carol! I’m really glad you enjoyed it:). I appreciate your nice comment!
Thank you for sharing. This is super inspiring. It challenges me to be more creative with fabrication. Great design!
Thank you Leah! I'm glad you liked it:)
That's a beautyful design, ❤ it! You inspire me so much with all your little creative details to your work, Chad.
Thanks Elin! Glad you liked it:)
Very pretty.
Why thank you!
Love this ring, puddly small parts that you create so easily. Thanks so much!
You’re welcome Pat!
I've watched several videos now and your work is stunningly gorgeous, and OMG that necklace behind you that looks like aquamarine?? Really amazing work you do and I love your detailed tutorials.
Thanks VJ F! If you are referring to the octopus, it is Larimar, a stone from the Dominican Republic. Here is the video where I made that one: Octopus Pendant: A Silversmithing Tutorial
ua-cam.com/video/Ly2AchaNa5c/v-deo.html
Wow, I really love this ring Chad ! It came out georgous ! I'm going to have to make one for myself. 😊
I really like this style too! Thanks Lisa!
Very very interesting your Artistic works.I follow you every day and I learn.
Many thanks for your precious explanations. Benomar from Morocco.
Glad you are getting some value from them Benomar:)
Really starting to see the value of sketching out your projects.
In the past I didn’t, but in recent times I have found it helps me produce a better quality piece. It helps me figure out what problems I may run into along the way.
Went well out of my comfort zone and tried this with faux emerald. I ordered square wire that was too thin of a gauge but I persevered and have ended up with a ring that needs A LOT of filing and sanding. Hopefully with some good polishing, it won't look like the hot mess it looks like now, but this is one for the portfolio! Thank you!!
That’s great online! Congratulations:). Send a pic to my instagram account once it’s all done. I’d love to see it.
Beautiful as usual! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Sheri! This one was kind of fun:)
I love this setting and will be making it this week
That’s awesome Greg. Send me a picture to my Instagram when you’re done so I can see it! I liked how this one turned out as well:)
Love this ring
I’m partial to this one as well. Thanks Donna!
Very nice
Thank you Sabreking!
I think as we get older we start to appreciate the more subtle things, instead of wanting “ALL the SPARKLIES ALL THE TIME!!!!” Lol(still fond of the sparklies sometimes tho) I think I prefer green tourmaline to peridot tho. Love the triquetra on this. I love Celtic interlace but rarely use it in jewellery mainly cos I’m terrible at exacting measurements and interlace is ALL measurements lol .Having seen it done, I might just give it a try…
Btw the number 3 was sacred to many ancient cultures. So many vital things come in 3s, earth air and fire, maiden mother crone, 3 graces, 3 fates…..making jewellery with this pattern makes you a part of a tradition that reaches back into prehistory. Something to keep in mind if you like that sorta thing :)
I've always loved the origins of things, symbols, myths, word/idiom etymology. Sometimes the roots of things are interesting. Thanks for the nice comment Pauline!
Gorgeous, and you make it look so easy 🤩 Thanks for sharing 🤗
Thanks Karry! I’m glad you enjoyed it:). Thanks for watching!
This ring is so beautiful 😍 and you made it look easy! Thanks so much for sharing 💜
You’re welcome Chioma! This style isn’t as challenging as some designs, so I’ll probably make a few for shows this summer:). Thank you for your nice comments!
Always amazing Chad. Thank you for sharing your experience and methods. Your working style is how I want to approach my technique. Have you done any brooches or Tie pins in your episodes?
Thanks Chris! The big dragonfly piece I did quite a while ago was a pin/pendant with a style of pin back that I like. Here’s a link. ua-cam.com/video/Xj5T9nH8Qu4/v-deo.html. It was an earlier video, so editing may be a bit rougher:). Haven’t done a tie tack video yet. Do people still use those? Hope this helps:)
Love it ❤
Thanks for the nice comment!
10:42pm EST. Really great video that you make look so easy. Just one question, when you added the second ring to your inner bezel, did you add it “on top” of the first ring or “on the inside” of the first ring? Thank you.
Thank you Marilyn! One is stacked on top of the other when I make a step bezel this way. Occasionally I’ll have to use 3 if the stone is particularly deep:). Thanks for the nice comment!
How do you know if it’s real Peridot? If you buy on eBay?
That is a good question Greg. I'm no expert on stone identification, but buying from eBay can be risky. Your best bet is to buy in person from a dealer with a good reputation. I generally get my stones from vendors at gem shows that I've bought from in the past. I'd do some research on various characteristics of the gemstones you like to help you spot fakes. Getting a good Loupe is helpful when you start examining stones:)