Happy Labor Day Weekend
Hey all, no tips today, I am out of the office this weekend, so I just wanted to say “Have a Great and Safe Labor… Read More »Happy Labor Day Weekend
A little about me, my name is Doug Napier and I am the “JewelryMonk. I have been making jewelry for over 30 years, I have traveled all over the country, and out of the country, focusing on making jewelry in a manufacturing setting. I am experienced in all facets of jewelry making from bench jeweler and technical modelmaking to production troubleshooting and Computer Design (CAD). Along my journey, I have learned many tips and tricks, and am more than happy to pass along anything I have learned. (I can’t take it with me). I believe I have been given a great gift when it comes to making jewelry, and I would like to be a good steward and pass it along to anyone who is hungry and wants to learn.
Hey all, no tips today, I am out of the office this weekend, so I just wanted to say “Have a Great and Safe Labor… Read More »Happy Labor Day Weekend
If you have used a Chasing Hammer for any amount of time, the face of your hammer will eventually get small dents and pits in… Read More »How to Resurface a Chasing Hammer Face
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