Rollerball Necklace DIY | Bead and Bones

Rollerball Necklaces are made to hold essential oils and other keepsakes. They are typically constructed from sterling silver or brass and can feature any number of unique techniques and design elements. The concept was first introduced as far back as the mid 1800's. Today's modern options usually feature an internal plastic cap with screw-in glass bottle. It is vital that the cap is constructed properly to ensure heirloom-quality wear. In this video, I will share with you how to properly set the plastic cap permanently within the metal as well as my favorite two-part epoxy for additional security.

 TIMESTAMPS:
- 0:20 Introduction
- 0:45 Troubleshooting
- 0:50 About Essential Oils
- 1:10 Two-Part Epoxy
- 1:40 Permanently Setting The Cap
- 2:00 Why You Should Take These Steps
- 2:30 Reaching Out to Your Artist

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[sarahroyal]

These are great tips! What gauge sheet should you typically use when making one?

[higuide]

She busted out the Epoxy 330 and I was like "subbed".
Respect. I'm really loving your work it's really gorgeous and looks so well thought out. Even the dram size on the glass bottle is nice and balances the piece well. Awesome work <3

[monette]

Hi friend. Thank you for sharing your info and helping us. I have made a few and they are very labor intensive without knowing the formula that works. I got that ok but still have some tweaking to do. Can you tell me the best way to fold the metal under my caps? I dont want to bend and mar the metal up all ugly. Thank you. SO MUCH ❤️🙏🏼🔮.

[brittanydemarco]

Are the top crystals you are putting in flat on the bottom? And if so how are you getting them flat?

[ania_om]

Hi! I am wondering how you do the folded edge at the end of the cap?

[themetaphysicalmetalsmith]

Love your work. What gauge metal do you use for the caps? THANKS

[monette]

Also, could you suggest the names of a few of your favorite gem sellers to find flat bottom cut stones. I really just want some small crystal points with the flat bottoms but its a risk buying from over seas so I just wondered if you had any you had confidence in? Thank you. Your friend from Houston, JM Degville

[digalmundo]

Thanks for the tips! Where do you get your caps?

[WendtFamily]

I wanted to try making some of these. But I can’t figure out what you covered the cap with...

I can’t find a tutorial. 😂