The Basics of Soldering | Jewelry 101

As a former professional goldsmith for a couple of decades, I can say to anyone watching that this was a very good demo. Basic, but covering all the bases without going way off path into the Detail Woods -- like I probably would have done :-) -- over things that you don't need to know quite yet. But everything important, especially which part of the flame to use, was spot on for a Square One demo. There's lots more to it (pretty much infinity) but this is a very good start for anyone getting into silversmithing. Well done!

I've been a metalsmith for over 30 years and I absolutely suggest that you use more than that small soldering board. Heat from even a tiny handheld torch and especially full-sized gas tanks and nozzles will always heat outside of your targeted soldering area. Plus accidents happen. Please get/do more to protect your soldering work area, your space and yourself than that small soldering board. And get protective eye/face gear and/or a ventilator mask especially if you're doing a lot of soldering and working in closed in space. I always keep a window open in my studio (even if it's cold out). Or install a vent hood if your space allows...

About to dab watching this, holding the same torch now

I learned something new today. I never thought about using a torch to make small solder as used in jewellery making. I've always used a torch for soldering plumbing pipes and used soldering iron for soldering electrical wires. Thank you. You've given me another way to use a torch.

I very much enjoyed the simplicity of soldering you demonstrated!

Thank you. You made it look really easy. Am going to try it now.

That was super informative. Thanks for breaking down the tools needed and going through the process twice.

Thank you for making this video! It has all the basics to help beginners get started, and also remind those who might be a bit rusty with the process.

“Contaminate you’re pickle” 😆 Excellent video, perfect straight to point and very clear instruction.

It’s one skill to be a “maker” but to impart that knowledge well is much harder. You’re brilliant ! Imagine if lecturers at Art School could teach like you!!

Love your videos! What a wonderful teacher you are you explain everything so well. I can’t wait to start. Thank you 😊

Whew, wish I had watched this last year before I took a soldering class, I would have been able to follow the class much better. I'm trying again, so this is a great reminder.

straight forward! clearly explained (after an afternoon of researchin in the www) feeling very grateful

Great video for beginners. I always use bamboo tweezers to pull my silver out of the pickle because they are neutral. Well done!😊

This was so simple to follow. I don’t know anything about soldering and I feel like I could get started!

Spot on 101 and very informative. I've been soldering for years but never heard it explained this easy when I started. Will share this with others...Good Job!!!

You're brave! That torch scares me. I've always wanted to watch how this is done, and I thank you for making this video!

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I have been wanting to learn how to make my own jewelry for a while and it’s been difficult to find simple videos that outline how to make jewelry that is not just beaded stuff! Thank you!!!

Great class, you've broken it down beautifully