But thankfully I opened today's Metal Clay Supply newsletter because they have the COOLEST accessories for metal clay and I MUST have some!!! I just need to sell a few more pieces of jewelry so I can justify making another supply purchase. =)
O.M.G.!!! (and G always stands for Gosh on this site).

I love these things. They will create a more finished look in my fancier pendants and earrings. And now I can actually set some of my faceted stones without having to mess with soldering.
They will add a little bit of cost to my work but they will also allow me some more flexibility and save me time. I can't wait to order some and I will (try to) report how they work. :)