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Losing an earring is so frustrating! But why does it happen? In this 1 Min/1Tip video, I talk about what may cause your earrings to fall out, and what you can do about it.

There’s a new live workshop coming up January 22-24, 2018! “Writing Your Artist Bio” is for anyone applying to shows, setting up a website or social media, or who just wants to share their story in a short, engaging way.  Find out more here.

If you are part of the Members Studio community, you get automatic access to this workshop. Join the Members Studio today!

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Cleaning your jewelry in the tumbler with stainless steel shot is very effective. The only problem is that the shot sometimes gets stuck, and becomes difficult to get out. Viking Knit chains are especially susceptible to stuck shot problems, so here’s a suggestion for repurposing a common dental tool!

Oh… and this is the reason why you want to make sure you get all of the shot out BEFORE you photograph your pieces:

Nice huh? I wish I’d noticed this before posting it on Etsy… LOL

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How to make a simple and effective DIY awl to use when you’re making a viking knit chain.

Let me know in the comments section how it works for you!

Join the Members Studio, TToW’s live interactive video-based wire jewelry community, and learn how to connect your head, your heart and your hands to make beautiful wire jewelry!

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Is your jewelry coming out of the tumbler covered in sticky sludge or gunk? Here’s how to clean you jewelry.

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If you’ve ever had trouble with trying to make coiled wire on a ring mandrel, this video will show you a 4 finger hold for maintaining wire control and avoiding springback.

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In a lot of my videos and tutorials, I recommend using 1/4″ masking tape. I discovered that it’s becoming hard to find, so here are some substitutes.

Check out the other One Min./One Tip videos here.

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