Save Those Gold And Silver Filings - They're Worth Money

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Small Storage Containers
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In this video, Professor John Ahr of the Online Jewelry Academy show you how to make a simple device to collect the sweeps, filings and lemel from your jewelers bench.
If you work at a jewelers bench that doesn't have a sweeps drawer, you'll want to watch this video. In just a few steps you can make a simple tool that can potentially save you money while keeping your floor clean.
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[@doddielagervall3871]

Thanks for the video,I will make this catch for my bench when I get one also the labeled storage idea is so smart! I've watched lots of your vids and appreciate your hard work.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Hi Doddle, Glad you've been enjoying the videos.
Thanks for your support! : )

[@Dawnybros]

I may make one of those to collect the beads I drop when beading. Especially as I'm a bit of a butter fingers. Thanks John. :)

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+Dawn Brosnan
Hi Dawn, Your comment literally made me laugh out loud. But, you're right. This is a great device for helping you to stay off of your hands and knees looking for dropped items. Glad you can use the tip.
Thanks for being a loyal supporter! : )

[@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws]

Funnily enough (although I'm Scottish and ne'er waste a scap lol!) I was just watching a video about fusing your copper and silver scraps to make interesting abstract shapes...and I always save for solder if nothing else. ..I'm learning Prof John, thanks xx

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Glad you liked the video. Keep learning.
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[@echoandmeaservicedogslife3300]

hi John how've you been just wanted to say another great idea hope you're doing well sending bright blessings your way

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+Coleen Taylor
Thank you Coleen. I hope that your jewelry projects are going well.
Thanks for supporting the OJA! : )

[@robertboatright2192]

thank you John for another great idea. I was wondering how those guys and gals from the UK attached those catch garments to their benches.

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+Robert Boatright
Hi Robert, Glad you enjoyed the video.
Thanks for supporting the OJA! : )