Tag Archives: geek

How did I do that? – making end caps for snake chain

Posted on Mar 12, 2022 by DawnGillDesigns

Snake chain (so named because of the way it flexes) requires a wrapping at the end when it’s been cut, into which one would attach the components (known as findings) used to connect the clasp. These are commercially available, but … Continue reading →

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R

Posted on Apr 4, 2020 by DawnGillDesigns

R is for Roly-Poly Bet you didn’t expect that. Hah! Can you do a roly-poly, win a straight line? I can’t And Reuse Is Better Than Recycle (I’m linking here to these fabulous repurposed leather earbud pouches made by my … Continue reading →

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Scraphappy – February 2020

Posted on Feb 15, 2020 by DawnGillDesigns

Time for another Scraphappy post. This is something run by Kate and Gun, that I join in with intermittently – I love to read the other bloggers’ posts about how they use their leftovers (aka scrap) every month, but only … Continue reading →

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Time to step it up a bit

Posted on Jan 1, 2020 by DawnGillDesigns

I’ve been making and selling my silver jewellery for a while now, and as much as I love being ‘in charge of my own destiny’ (that’s what #MrG calls it!!) one thing I realise I miss a little from my … Continue reading →

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Scraphappy – August 2019

Posted on Aug 14, 2019 by DawnGillDesigns

I’m part of a jewellery group on Facebook (well, I’m a member of a few now), but this one is run by a wonderful Silversmith, who’s teaching style makes her hints and tips invaluable. Joanne has classes on Skillshare (get … Continue reading →

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