How to Bead Set or Flush Set a Stone
One of the great things about working in silver is the fact it is so malleable, and the way you can move and manipulate it,… Read More »How to Bead Set or Flush Set a Stone
Doug Napier
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.
How to Make a Nugget Pendant With Recycled Silver
A lot of the things I have learned, I figured out by trial and error. A while back I wanted a “Nuggety” looking pendant, so… Read More »How to Make a Nugget Pendant With Recycled Silver
How to Make and Use a Burnishing Tool
When I was just starting in the jewelry industry, I didn’t have a “mentor” or someone to teach me what to do, or not to… Read More »How to Make and Use a Burnishing Tool
How to Use a Split Mandrel
After a long weekend of resting, relaxing, and racing, (sorry, it is my other hobby) I am back at the bench and bringing you a… Read More »How to Use a Split Mandrel
Just Checking in…..
Hey everyone, I am out of town this weekend doing some more of that racing “stuff”. Jewelry only fills my adrenaline tank about 75 percent… Read More »Just Checking in…..