A site dedicated to compiling tutorials on DIY metalcasting, This has been a great resource as it shows how to do many things concerning foundries for little to no cost. It also has very good documentation, with typically 30+ pictures on every page (each with a caption).
I find it difficult to maintain 1000°C temperatures to truly relax and align the crystalline structures in the steel. So I decided that an electric heat treating oven is the way to go. I have no intention of spending $1000 on an off-the-shelf unit
This is a video that explains how to make a wrapped wire loop hook and eye clasp. If you are working on making a piece of jewelry, such as a bracelet or a necklace, I suggest you take a look at this video.
If you are interested in going green or moving off of the electrical grid this is the website for you. with all the information you'll need for solar schooling to price per unit breakdown and everything in between this is a very reliable and dependable site.
This site is great for a crafty person. Not only does it have hundreds of crafts to try, each craft tells you where you can get all the items and how much they cost! I will be using this site in the future.