There is a lot that goes into making silver jewelry, even the simple pieces. Knowing how to solder is a skill every jeweler has to learn. The range between soldering temperature and melting temperature is finite and it is easy to overheat a section and melt it. It still happens to me occasionally if I'm not paying attention. I've been silversmithing for about 2 years now, focusing more on it this year, and I'm completely self-taught. I hope by seeing this process, you are more appreciative of the craft and that you check out my page @ariaelainejewelry to see more of what I've created and will be creating in the future. Website is linked on my page. Thanks for watching! 😊