Retired United States army, M.FA. No jewelry experience what so ever. That's why I came here. I wish to learn. Some metalworking experience though. Want to learn to make molds and cast pendants, figurines and other things in silver , gold resin clay etc. have 11 children, all girls. Life is hell!!! YOU TRY RAISING 11 GIRLS!!!!!!! Dads, make sure you buy a razor type they don't like!