Rings & Things Jewelry Blog

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsThis bracelet is super fast and fun to make, once you have the necessary tools.The Domed Piercing Base allows you to pierce the domed bracelet without leaving a dent or divot.The Reverse Riveting accessory is the answer to a problem: It allows you to rivet curved items, keeping the nice rivet head on the top side (outside) of the bracelet or ring.Put a few strips of double-stick (2-sided) tape on the top of the bracelet and lay out the design.Gently shap …

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsPlace the TierraCast® link on the bracelet in desired location, and use a fine-point Sharpie® (or other extra black permanent marker) to mark where to punch the holes.Turn the rotary leather hole punch to 2.5mm, and punch holes in marked spots.Place the rivet post through the bottom of the bracelet, and set it on the steel block. Place the cap through the link, and push this onto the post. Place the rivet setter over the cap, and tap firmly with brass ha …

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRue Designer TipsLinks Updated!Use a nylon hammer to gently flatten the rock & roll oval link before stamping the plain side.Stamp a practice pattern on paper to make sure your letter placement will fit on the link, and then repeat on the plain side of the link. See Metal Stamping 101:Techniques for Creating a Stamped Metal Charm (PDF).Wrap bracelet three times around a wrist (or oval bracelet mandrel) to determine best placement of components. Use a permanent …

Created by: Cindy MorrisDesigner TipsStamp front piece first (I used the "l" to make diagonal lines on the window frame). Flatten. Patina with Win-Ox™ and clean with steel wool.Clean back piece with rubbing alcohol. Decoupage or seal an image onto the back piece – allow to dry.Punch holes in the top piece only with the hole punch side of the rivet tool.Place over the back piece and mark hole location at top only. Attach a rivet bail with a 5/32" long (1/16" diameter) rivet.Then punch a second ho …

Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsAdjust bracelet to target wrist size/shape, because once the 2nd layer is riveted on, you will have limited adjustability.Texture or stamp the bracelet and/or mustache blank if desired. I simply scrubbed both with steel wool to eliminate minor scratches, and give a nice sheen.Use bracelet bending pliers and/or your fingers to bend mustache to match the curve of the bracelet. To prevent snagging when worn, fit it as close as you can, especially the tips.I …