Doug Napier (JewelryMonk)

Welcome to the JewelryMonk YouTube space — a place for jewelry makers who want to grow in skill, confidence, and craftsmanship.

Here you’ll find practical bench tips, tool techniques, and real-world insights designed to educate, encourage, and equip jewelry makers from beginner to intermediate levels. Everything shared here comes from decades at the bench — the lessons that save time, prevent mistakes, and lead to cleaner, more professional work.

This channel is about more than just tools and techniques. It’s about developing good habits, craftsmanship, patience, and pride in your work — whether you’re learning the basics, refining your process, or building confidence at the bench.

Expect:

Clear, practical jewelry-making instruction

Bench tips that protect your work and your tools

Encouragement for the long road of learning a craft

Honest insight from real shop experience

If you care about doing things well — and doing them right — you’re in the right place.

Doug