Mistakes happen—especially when you’re working with gold. In this episode of The Jeweler’s View, master goldsmith Jeanette Caines and I get real about meltdowns, torch fear, and why failure is the fastest path to mastery. We talk about the emotional side of goldsmithing, how to move from panic to confidence, and the value of refining—not just metal, but your mindset.

Gold feels like a finish line—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of The Jeweler’s View, master goldsmith Jeanette Caines shares how to ditch the fear and start working with gold on your own terms. We talk torch work, mindset, materials, and the hidden gold dust story you’ll never forget.