I just found you on KZitem today and have binge watched every video! The small amount of time that you share with us is overflowing with needed tips, tricks, and troubleshooting that saves time, money and heartbreak. You are adorable!! I love your studio setup, too. You are a gem 💎. Thanks for sharing!
@zirphie
8 ай бұрын
💯
@ringgoldnic
8 ай бұрын
What a beautiful thing for you to say! I am so glad! And thank you!!
@jennifersawyer3254
24 күн бұрын
So cool!! Thanks for the excellent tutorial, I’m so excited to make this chain!
@donnaedgley9466
8 ай бұрын
Love it! I soooo look forward to your videos! What size tip are you using on your smith torch?
@ringgoldnic
8 ай бұрын
I use the #6 for 95% of my work. I move to the #7 for larger-scale pieces.
@alicerosa6766
6 ай бұрын
Oh, mine... I loveeeee it, it is so cute! I am definitely going to make it. Thank you so much. It is very unique and stylish. Love all your designs ❤.
@rochellebg
7 ай бұрын
Oooh, i like this! ❤️🔥 You explain your process here so clearly and concisely. Can't wait to get back to the bench to play! 👏 I preordered your book back in October & I am so looking forward to the release Nicole!
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@ovidiuolaru2518
7 ай бұрын
Hi! All I can say is BEAUTIFUL, you are a great artist, compliments! ❤️👏
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@davidschmidt6216
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for your videos. I just found you also and I am so inspired to get back to the bench!!
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
Excellent! Clear out those cobwebs. Feel free to share what you create!
@sburnett158
8 ай бұрын
Awesome. I must try this. Thank you so much for sharing. Excellent instructions.
@ringgoldnic
8 ай бұрын
Thank YOU!
@weirdlywiredjewelry
8 ай бұрын
Fusing non-flush cut metal?! 🤯 LOVE the chain, the clear instructions and your confident, concise execution. I hope you’re saving some of these wonderful lessons for your book, I very much look forward to receiving it.
@ringgoldnic
8 ай бұрын
Yes, some of these are in my book but there's SO much in the book that won't be included here. Thank you!
@Shukarr
7 ай бұрын
Brilliant! Thank you! I dislike sawing jump rings
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
haha! No doubt!
@Shukarr
7 ай бұрын
I really admire how because you are self taught, you made your own rules and found that certain “ rules” actually need not be adhered to. I finally have a smith little torch. For some reason I have a bit of nerves about firing it up for some inexplicable reason. I guess a part of my brain wonders if I’ll blow up hahahaha
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
I plan on adding (to my KZitem channel) a full walk-through on setting up and using the Little Smith, so that may help. You should be ok as long as you have flashback arrestors on your tanks.@@Shukarr
@BelleStanley-b5x
7 ай бұрын
Hi 😊 Love your work and your videos! I have a question.... Can you join multiple rings by fusing... like the chain with large links you introduce at 3:00, or are they soldered? Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Belle
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
I fuse half of them, and then I use the other unfused half to join/solder the fused ones together. Does that make sense?
@amarilisdominguez6648
7 ай бұрын
❤
@littleflower.business
8 ай бұрын
Can you do this with a propane torch on a reduced flame?
@ringgoldnic
8 ай бұрын
Good question. That might not be precise enough. Of course, I encourage you to try and let me know!
@garibuergin7442
Ай бұрын
I do not have a little Smith which other torch can I use that might work?
@ringgoldnic
Ай бұрын
What type of torch do you have?
@garibuergin7442
Ай бұрын
Big shot, blazer and a little blazer 1:12 1:12
@garibuergin7442
Ай бұрын
I’m trying g to send a picture of what I have! I bought a little smith but I’m kindof afraid to actually set it up. My husband is not a fan of this😂
@garibuergin7442
Ай бұрын
@@ringgoldnic a RONXS, Little Blazer and a Big Shot GT8000
@Nickscreativestuff
8 ай бұрын
Very nice Nicole, love your unique style of chain making. Your confident, concise and coherent voice overs make your videos a pleasure to watch … N
That would be great. Yes I got the flashback arresstors. It is nonsensical my trepidation. I’ve used map gas and propane gas so I guess it’s just newbie nerves lol
@aumi.jewels
7 ай бұрын
Yes, I love the paddle chain❤❤❤, and yes, I will most definitely give you a shout out when I make one of your chains. I really do love this chain too. Big hugs 🤗, Michelle
@redlantern3371
5 ай бұрын
Such a cool chain! Thank you for sharing the details of how to make it. Such a generous gift to others. And let me say that you are (hands down) one of my very favorite silversmiths. Looking forward to having your book!
@ringgoldnic
5 ай бұрын
What a sweet comment, thank you!!
@sherriewilson768
7 ай бұрын
Thank you! I’ve been following you on instagram, it’s great to be able to see you in action. I’ve made both chains today, and I definitely see the need to upgrade from my plumber’s torch 😂
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
Awesome! Way to go! How did it work with your current set up?
@JenniferCohen-tv1oe
5 ай бұрын
I want to learn how to fuse! You use a small smith torch tip and you hold the heat so close to the silver? Is that to focus it? I “was taught” to keep the torch an inch or so away.
@ringgoldnic
5 ай бұрын
Were you taught that technique with the Little Smith? I find that holding the Smith 1-2" away from my metal isn's nearly as effective.
@noellek7156
5 ай бұрын
Hi Nicole, can you show us the clasp you use for this necklace?
@ringgoldnic
5 ай бұрын
Do you mean show you how to make the clasp?
@PatriciaGomes-np7nt
7 ай бұрын
Wow, I don't know how you popped up on my screen, but, boy am I glad you did. This is absolutely amazing and beautiful! You're obviously a very talented lady and have worked hard to establish your art. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I will be watching many more of your reels.
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@Shukarr
7 ай бұрын
Your articulated work blows my mind. I have no idea how you made that hollow hummingbird for the life of me I can’t even guess how you did it. Your work is truly inspiring. You are the real deal.
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@margocher99
7 ай бұрын
I love your work and style! I definitely have to try to do this. Also I have a question: why do you heat the chain before applying liver of sulfur? Thank you so much!
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
You can either heat the LOS and dip your silver into it, or you can leave your LOS at room temperature and heat your piece. I do the latter because the LOS lasts up to a week rather than just one day.
@margocher99
7 ай бұрын
Thank you!🙏
@juliaholdcroft8134
7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your generosity in sharing your process. It seems to me you’ve revolutionised silversmithing. Hoping to be able to get on your course when you come to the Uk this year.
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
Thank you! I hope I get to meet you there! Details should be coming out soon.
@juliaholdcroft8134
7 ай бұрын
Great I can’t wait 🎉
@jeanneatkin2757
Ай бұрын
Hi Nicole, Just got your book and loving your videos, thanks for your generosity. Question - can I use soft sterling or fine silver? Is there a reason for half hard? I am used to fusing fine silver and wondering if there is a difference. Thank you~
@ringgoldnic
Ай бұрын
@@jeanneatkin2757 the fusing in my book requires sterling silver. And it’s important to separate out your sterling and fine silver scraps. You can build with sterling, but fine silver puddles.
@ringgoldnic
Ай бұрын
@@jeanneatkin2757 also, the type of sterling is not important, just that it’s .925
@jeanneatkin2757
Ай бұрын
@@ringgoldnic thank you!
@chandra-gr8ft
7 ай бұрын
Fantastic tutorial, Nicole! I'm looking forward to your book. I have a question about fusing sterling silver. Every time I try this, my silver becomes pitted and brittle and is ruined. I'm not sure why this happens. Any thoughts? I'm using a propane Orca torch. Thanks for any advice.
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
Generally that means you've got your torch too hot and you're holding it too far from the silver.
@chandra-gr8ft
7 ай бұрын
Ok, thanks Nicole. I'll keep trying!
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
let me know how it goes. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have more questions.@@chandra-gr8ft
@sadafmaneval9274
8 ай бұрын
Votre travail est magnifique. Je regarde avec admiration vos créations(animaux,fleurs et objets) depuis un moment maintenant. Est ce due le "sterling"silver est identique à "notre"argent 925? Merci Nicole pour ces merveilles.
@ringgoldnic
8 ай бұрын
Oui! Sterling silver is .925.
@MrsLeguyader
7 ай бұрын
WOW! Fusing is a necessary skill. This will be my next thing. Thank you for sharing!
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
Excellent!
@marian1576
7 ай бұрын
Really interesting chain! Thanks for the instructions.
@ringgoldnic
7 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@christinabeanqueen
7 ай бұрын
Great tutorial! I can wait to try this! Thank you for sharing. ❤
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